întârzi

Întârzi is a Romanian verb that translates to "to be late," "to delay," or "to linger" in English. It is a common verb used in everyday conversation and writing to describe a situation where something or someone is not on time or takes longer than expected.

The verb can be used in various contexts. For example, one might say "Am întârziat la serviciu" which means "I was late for work." It can also refer to a general delay, such as "Trenul a întârziat din cauza vremii nefavorabile" meaning "The train was delayed due to bad weather." In a more figurative sense, "întârzia" can imply a prolonged stay or a lingering presence, like "Amintirile din copilărie încă mă întârzie" which translates to "Childhood memories still linger with me."

The conjugation of "întârzi" follows the standard patterns for Romanian verbs. For instance, the present tense first-person singular is "întârzii," the third-person singular is "întârzie," and the third-person plural is "întârzii." The past participle is "întârziat." Understanding its various forms and uses is essential for fluent communication in Romanian.