Atskirai

Atskirai is a Lithuanian adverb meaning “separately” or “apart.” It is used to describe actions or treatments that are not combined with others, or to indicate that items, data, or cases are considered individually rather than as a group. The word can also convey the sense of distinguishing or treating something in its own distinct way, depending on the context. In formal writing, atsikirai often appears in scientific, statistical, or legal language to specify that components should be analyzed or presented independently.

Etymology and form: Atskirai derives from the verb atskirti, which means “to separate” or “to distinguish.” The adverbial form is created from the verbal stem ats- (related to separation) with the typical Lithuanian adverb ending -ai. This formation mirrors other adverbs of manner in the language and is used across various registers, though it is particularly common in neutral or formal prose.

Usage notes: Atskirai is most natural when a writer wants to emphasize division, individuality, or non-aggregation. It is used with verbs of analysis, description, or comparison, for example: “duomenys buvo analizuojami atskirai” (the data were analyzed separately) or “atskirai nuo kitų tyrimų” (individually from other studies). It can also be used to introduce separate considerations in arguments or reports.

Related terms: Related forms include the verb atskirti (to separate), the adjective atskiras/atskirta (separate, distinct), and nouns such as atsiskyrimas (separation). The adverb atsikirai is part of a broader family that expresses division, distinction, and non-aggregation.

See also: Lithuanian grammar and usage guides on adverbs of manner and phrases indicating separation or distinction.