This is the 31st most frequent Ukrainian word.
як
The Ukrainian word "як" means "how" or "as."
In this sentence, 'як' is used as an interrogative adverb meaning 'how', asking about the manner or condition.
Як ти почуваєшся сьогодні?
How are you feeling today?
Here, 'як' is used as a conjunction establishing a comparison, similar to 'as' in English.
Він біг так швидко, як тільки міг.
He ran as fast as he could.
In this context, 'як' functions as a preposition meaning 'like', indicating similarity or manner.