ástenému

The term *ástenému* is a Czech adjective in its dative singular masculine form, derived from the root *ásten* (meaning "weak" or "frail"). In grammatical terms, it is part of the weak declension of adjectives in Czech, which is used primarily with masculine animate nouns (e.g., *muž*, meaning "man") and neuter nouns (e.g., *dítě*, meaning "child").

In Czech grammar, adjectives agree in gender, number, and case with the nouns they modify. The dative case (*ástenému*) indicates a direction toward or association with the noun it accompanies, often used in phrases expressing giving, belonging, or indirect influence. For example, *"dal jsem knihu ástenému muži"* ("I gave the book to the weak man") demonstrates its use in a dative construction.

The adjective *ástený* itself carries semantic nuances depending on context. It can describe physical weakness, such as in *"ástený zdravotní stav"* ("frail health"), or metaphorical weakness, as in *"ástená argumentace"* ("weak argumentation"). The term contrasts with stronger adjectives like *silný* ("strong") or *zdravý* ("healthy").

In literary and historical texts, *ástenému* may appear in poetic or descriptive passages to evoke vulnerability or fragility. Its usage reflects broader linguistic patterns in Czech, where declension plays a crucial role in conveying grammatical relationships. For learners of Czech, mastering such forms is essential for accurate communication and comprehension.