Grammar reference
Word order
slovosled
Slovak word order is flexible, but neutral sentences often follow subject–verb–object.
Core rule
What changes
Slovak word order is flexible because case endings preserve grammatical roles.
Neutral sentences often follow subject–verb–object, while a moved word receives emphasis.
Pattern
Position changes emphasis
- subject + verb + object → neutral
- moved word → emphasis
See it in use
Examples
- Peter číta knihu. Peter is reading a book.
- Knihu číta Peter. It is Peter who is reading the book.
Source
Reference
Jazykovedný ústav Ľudovíta Štúra SAV ↗Full attribution on References.