This is the 774th most frequent Slovak word.
u
The Slovak word "u" means "at" or "by" (used to indicate location or possession).
The word "u" expresses the location or proximity to someone, representing association (e.g., 'with' or 'at').
Bývam u priateľa počas prázdnin.
I stay with a friend during the holidays.
Here, "u" denotes being present at someone’s place, commonly used for professional locations like the doctor’s or dentist’s.
Bol som u lekára na vyšetrení.
I was at the doctor's office for a checkup.
In this example, "u" defines ‘at one’s place’ indicating possession or association with the location.