ukazovatukázat

ukazovatukázat is a Czech verb phrase. "Ukazovat" is the imperfective aspect, meaning a continuous or repeated action, while "ukázat" is the perfective aspect, indicating a completed action. Both verbs translate to "to show" in English.

The basic meaning of ukazovatukázat is to present something to someone's sight or attention. This can involve physically holding an object out, pointing a finger, or demonstrating how something works. For example, one might ukazovat a picture (to show a picture) or ukazovat how to tie a knot. The perfective ukázat would be used when the action of showing is completed, such as when someone finally shows you the car they bought.

Beyond the literal act of showing, ukazovatukázat can also be used figuratively. It can mean to demonstrate or illustrate a point, to reveal information, or to indicate a direction or path. For instance, a teacher might ukazovat the correct answer on a test, or a sign might ukazovat the way to a town. The phrase can also imply a warning or a threat, as in "He showed me what he was capable of." The choice between ukazovat and ukázat depends on whether the action is ongoing, habitual, or a single, finished event.