Hledat
to lay
01
položit, uchopit
to carefully place something or someone down in a horizontal position
Transitive: to lay sth somewhere
Example
She decided to lay the fragile vase on the soft cushion to prevent it from breaking.
Rozhodla se položit křehkou vázu na měkký polštář, aby se nerozbila.
The parent gently laid the sleeping baby in the crib.
Rodič jemně položil spící dítě do postýlky.
02
snášet, kladou
(of a bird, insect, fish, etc.) to produce eggs
Transitive: to lay eggs
Example
The hen laid a dozen eggs in the nesting box yesterday.
Each year, the sea turtle returns to the same beach to lay its eggs in the sand.
03
připravit, založit
to make preparations or get something ready for a specific action or operation
Transitive: to lay plans or preparations
Example
Let's lay the groundwork for the project by researching and gathering relevant information.
It's important to lay the foundation for a successful career by acquiring relevant skills and experience.
04
uložit, nařídit
to place or enforce an obligation upon someone or something
Transitive: to lay an obligation on sb/sth
Example
The government decided to lay heavier taxes on luxury goods to boost revenue.
The judge will lay a hefty fine on the corporation for environmental violations.
05
pokládat, lepit
to set or install something in place, such as laying bricks or tiles
Transitive: to lay sth
Example
He spent the weekend laying new carpet in the living room.
The mason will lay the bricks carefully to ensure a sturdy wall.
01
laický, neklérický
characteristic of those who are not members of the clergy
02
laický, neprofesionální
not of or from a profession
01
píseň, básnická povídka
a narrative poem of popular origin
02
písnička, píseň
a narrative song with a recurrent refrain
