Distribuis

Distribuis is a term that appears in discussions of Romance-language verb forms, typically associated with the verb meaning “to distribute.” In standard Romanian, the base infinitive is a distribui, with present-tense forms that vary by person and mood. The form distribuis is not widely listed as a separate entry in major dictionaries, and its exact spelling and use can vary by dialect, transcription, or orthographic tradition. In linguistic references, distribuis may be described as a contracted or regional variant of a present-tense form in some texts.

Etymology and classification typically trace distribuis to the Latin verb distribuere, through the common Latin-to-Romance pathway that yields verbs meaning to distribute or allocate. The root dis- plus tribere or a related stem forms the basis for several modern Romance verbs with similar meanings in various languages. As a result, distribuis can be encountered in cross-linguistic discussions of distribution, allocation, and related actions in Romance-language grammars.

Usage and context notes: distribuis is generally understood as a form tied to second-person singular references to distributing, though the precise morphological shape depends on the language and regional norms. In Romanian practice, the infinitive a distribui is standard, while present-tense forms for second person can resemble distribui in many varieties; hence distribuis may appear in dialectal writing, older texts, or in teaching materials illustrating verb conjugation patterns. Related terms include distribuiți (plural you distribute) and distribuiere (the act of distribution).