vyhýbát

Vyhýbat is a Czech verb meaning to avoid, to shun, or to steer clear of. It is typically used in situations where someone or something is actively trying to evade a person, object, or situation. The verb can be used reflexively, as in "vyhýbat se" (to avoid oneself/each other), or transitively, as in "vyhýbat něčemu" (to avoid something).

Common uses of vyhýbat include avoiding traffic, avoiding a difficult conversation, or avoiding a dangerous place. For example, one might say "Vyhýbám se rušným ulicím" (I avoid busy streets) or "Musel jsem se vyhýbat jeho pohledu" (I had to avoid his gaze). The verb can also imply a sense of caution or prudence.

The imperfective aspect of this verb is vyhýbat se, and its perfective counterpart is vyhnout se. The perfective form is used to describe a completed action of avoidance. For instance, "Vyhnul jsem se srážce" (I avoided a collision). Understanding the distinction between the imperfective and perfective forms is crucial for accurate usage in Czech.