úzce

The term "úzce" is a Czech word that translates to "narrow" or "tight" in English. It is primarily used as an adjective to describe something that is spatially confined or limited in width. The word can also be employed metaphorically to convey a sense of closeness, intimacy, or restriction in various contexts.

In Czech grammar, "úzce" is the neuter singular form of the comparative degree of the adjective "úzký," which means "narrow." It is used in sentences where the subject is neuter and singular, such as "to úzké místo" (the narrow place). The comparative form of the adjective is often used to indicate a greater degree of narrowness compared to a standard or another object.

The word "úzce" can appear in various phrases and idiomatic expressions. For example, "úzké místo" (narrow place) may refer to a literal narrow passage or a metaphorical bottleneck in a process or system. Similarly, "úzké vztahy" (close relationships) can describe intimate or strained interpersonal connections.

In geography, "úzce" is sometimes used to describe narrow waterways, such as the "Úžina" (Strait), which connects two larger bodies of water. A notable example is the Bosporus Strait, known in Czech as "Bosporský průplav," which links the Black Sea and the Sea of Marmara.

The word also appears in compound terms, such as "úzkost" (anxiety or distress), which refers to a state of unease or tension, often related to feelings of confinement or pressure. This usage highlights how the concept of narrowness can extend beyond physical dimensions into emotional and psychological realms.