Kafka
What is another word for Kafka? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Name — A Czech surname, most famously borne by the writer Franz Kafka, known for his surreal and unsettling fiction.
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Etymology
From German Kafka, from Czech German Kavka ("jackdaw"), from either Upper Sorbian or Lower Sorbian, which ultimately trace to Proto-Slavic *kavъka, imitating the call of a jackdaw. Compare Polish kawka, Czech kavka, and Slovene kávka, all meaning "jackdaw".
Full origin of Kafka →Frequently asked questions
What does “Kafka” mean?
The word “Kafka” means a Czech surname, most famously borne by the writer Franz Kafka, known for his surreal and unsettling fiction. In plain terms, the adjective "Kafkaesque," derived from this name, describes nightmarishly complex or illogical bureaucratic situations.
How do you pronounce “Kafka”?
“Kafka” is pronounced KAF-kuh (/ˈkɑfkɑ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Kafka” in a sentence?
Here is “Kafka” used in a sentence: “The professor assigned a novel by Kafka for the seminar.”
What part of speech is “Kafka”?
“Kafka” is a name.
