Hledat
to fall
01
padat, spadnout
to quickly move from a higher place toward the ground
Intransitive
Example
Be careful not to slip and fall on the wet floor.
Buď opatrný, abys nesklouzl a nespadl na mokrou podlahu.
I accidentally dropped my phone, and it fell to the ground.
Omlouvám se, upustil jsem telefon a spadl na zem.
02
klesat, poklesnout
to decrease in quantity, quality, or extent
Intransitive
Example
After the harvest season, the supply of fresh vegetables at the market began to fall.
With the economic downturn, consumer spending on luxury items started to fall.
03
padat, spadnout
to physically move in a downward direction without necessarily reaching the lowest point
Intransitive
Example
During the acrobatic routine, the performer gracefully fell from the aerial silk, captivating the audience.
As the tide receded, the water level fell, revealing a stretch of sandy beach.
04
upadnout, padnout
to lose a position of power, authority, or influence, often as a result of a negative event or circumstance
Intransitive
Example
After the scandal, the once-respected politician saw his reputation fall dramatically.
Following the economic downturn, several prominent business figures saw their empires fall.
05
padnout, spadnout
to transition passively into a specific state or condition
Linking Verb: to fall [adj]
Example
After reading for a while, I fell asleep on the cozy chair.
They were hoping to start a family and were delighted when they fell pregnant.
06
spadat, patřit
to come under, be classified, or included in a specific category, group, or set of criteria
Intransitive: to fall under a category
Example
Her project fell under the category of environmental sustainability
The new policy changes will make these expenses fall under the company's operational budget.
07
padnout, zhroucení
to undergo a situation of defeat, failure, or significant decline
Intransitive
Example
The ambitious business venture fell when the market conditions changed unexpectedly.
The once-prosperous empire fell after a series of economic crises.
08
spadnout, nastat
to happen or take place at a specific time
Intransitive: to fall point in time
Example
The annual festival is set to fall on the third weekend of September this year.
The meeting is scheduled to fall tomorrow at noon.
09
padnout, být dobyt
to be defeated in battle or conflict, leading to the capture of a military force
Intransitive
Example
The fortress finally fell after a prolonged siege.
The city resisted for months, but it ultimately fell, leading to the capture of its defenders.
10
padnout, zahynout
to die, especially in the context of warfare, conflict, or a hunt
Intransitive
Example
In the epic battle, many brave soldiers fell, sacrificing their lives for the cause.
The hero of the story fell while defending the kingdom from the invading forces.
11
padat, spadnout
to descend, touch, or be placed on a surface, often in a gradual or gentle manner
Intransitive: to fall somewhere
Example
The sunlight began to fall on the meadow, casting a warm and golden glow over the grass.
The painter allowed the brushstroke to fall delicately onto the canvas.
12
připadnout, spadnout
to be assigned, typically referring to responsibilities or tasks
Intransitive: to fall to sb
Example
As the team leader, the responsibility for coordinating the project fell to Sarah.
The role of managing the budget fell to the financial department.
13
podléhat, propadnout
to give in to temptation, or to commit a sinful act
Intransitive: to fall into a wrongful act
Example
Despite her best intentions, she fell into the trap of dishonesty to cover up her mistake.
In a moment of weakness, he fell into the allure of gambling.
14
přicházet na svět, rodí se
(of lambs) to be born
Intransitive
Example
As spring arrived, many lambs fell in the pastures.
In the morning, the first lamb fell, signaling the beginning of the lambing season.
15
svalit se, pohroužit se
to let one's facial expression convey a sense of disappointment, sadness, or dejection
Intransitive
Example
Upon hearing the news, her face fell, revealing her disappointment.
As the teacher announced the postponement of the long-awaited field trip, the children's faces fell.
16
vrhnout se na, pustit se do
to embark on or undertake a task or activity with enthusiasm or commitment
Transitive: to fall to a task
Example
Eager to redecorate, she fell to the project with enthusiasm.
As the gardening season arrived, the family fell to planting.
17
padat, klesat
to come or descend in a manner suggesting a drop
Transitive: to fall over sb/sth | to fall upon sb/sth
Example
The announcement of the surprise guest made excitement fall over the audience like confetti.
The unexpected revelation caused a hush to fall over the room.
18
poklesnout, ustupovat
to gradually diminish, settle, or decrease in intensity
Intransitive
Example
After the storm passed, the wind and rain began to fall, leaving behind a calm atmosphere.
The audience's laughter gradually fell as the comedian wrapped up the final joke of the night.
19
klesat, poklesnout
to slope downward or decline gradually
Intransitive
Example
The hiking trail started to fall gently as it led down into the valley.
The driveway had a steep incline that fell sharply towards the street.
20
klesnout, přepadnout
to intentionally and forcefully descend to a lower position, often by bending at the waist or knees
Intransitive
Example
In the action movie, the hero had to fall from a great height and land safely as part of a daring stunt.
During the dance performance, the choreography required the dancers to fall in synchronization
21
přecházet, následovat
to be inherited or acquired by legal or customary right
Transitive: to fall to sb
Example
Upon the death of the patriarch, the family estate will fall to the eldest son as per the inheritance laws.
The title of the monarch will fall to the next in line, ensuring the continuity of the royal lineage.
Fall
01
podzim, fall
the season that comes after summer, when in most countries the color of the leaves change and they fall from the trees
Dialect
American
American
Example
Fall is the season when students go back to school after summer break.
I like to wear cozy sweaters and scarves during the fall season.
02
pokles, úbytek
a reduction in size, amount, number, etc.
Example
The fall in oil prices has significantly impacted the global economy.
There was a noticeable fall in the number of tourists visiting the city this year.
03
vodopád, pád
a mass of water that continously drops from a high place such as a cliff
04
večer, pad
the time of day immediately following sunset
05
pád, zhroucení
the loss or defeat of someone or something, particularly in an irredeemable way
06
vzlet, chumel
a group of woodcocks
07
pád, pádu
a sudden drop from an upright position
08
pád, hřích
a lapse into sin; a loss of innocence or of chastity
09
pád, svažitost
a downward slope or bend
10
pád, kapitulace
the act of surrendering (usually under agreed conditions)
11
pád, pádání
a movement downward
12
pokles, snížení
a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity
13
pád, pokles
a free and rapid descent by the force of gravity
14
pád, porážka
when a wrestler's shoulders are forced to the mat
15
pád, pokles
a sudden or significant decline in a character's status, power, or fortune
What is a "fall"?
In literature, a fall often refers to a character's decline or downfall, whether in terms of their status, moral integrity, or personal circumstances. This term is frequently used to describe the process by which a character experiences significant loss or failure, often as a result of their own actions or external forces. The fall typically serves as a key turning point in the narrative, leading to further developments in the plot and influencing the character's journey.
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