Ilaikyti

Ilaikyti is not a standard Lithuanian verb. It does not appear in major dictionaries and is generally considered a misspelling or a dialectal/archaic variant of the related verbs laikyti or išlaikyti. In contemporary written Lithuanian, writers are advised to use the standard forms instead.

The closest standard forms are laikyti, meaning to hold, keep, or retain an object or state, and išlaikyti, which can mean to retain, maintain, or, in the context of examinations, to pass. The prefix variants reflect different nuances: laikyti is a general act of holding or keeping, while išlaikyti emphasizes completion or successful maintenance over a period or through a test.

Usage and guidance: because ilaikyti is not recognized in standard Lithuanian, it should be avoided in formal writing. If you encounter ilaikyti in a text, it is usually a typographical error or a nonstandard form, and its intended meaning is best interpreted as laikyti or išlaikyti depending on context. Correcting to the appropriate standard verb improves clarity.

See also: laikyti, išlaikyti, and other related forms of keeping or maintaining in Lithuanian. These standard verbs cover most meanings attributed to ilaikyti in everyday language, with laikyti used for holding in general and išlaikyti for maintaining or passing an assessment.