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Czech Republic — Phrase #9

🎭#9 Cultural Special

Ty vole (as comma)

/ti ˈvɔlɛ/
Literal: You ox
Feels like: Listed twice because its cultural significance can't be overstated: "ty vole" has transcended its meaning entirely. It's Czech's verbal comma, pause word, and emotional filler. Foreigners learning Czech notice it before they notice any other word
CurrentAdult/Universal✅ Low
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