Prevenís

Prevenís is a term that can refer to different things depending on context. In Catalan linguistics, prevenís is a verb form associated with the infinitive prevenir, meaning to prevent. It is used as a second-person plural form in some dialects or historical varieties, translating to “you (plural) prevent.” In other Catalan varieties or in standard usage, other present-tense forms such as preveniu may be preferred. Because Catalan dialects vary regionally, the exact form and frequency of use for prevenís can differ across communities.

Beyond its role in grammar, prevenís can also appear as a proper noun in real-world or fictional contexts. Some organizations, initiatives, or brands might adopt the name Prevenís to evoke themes of prevention, health, safety, or proactive planning. In such cases, the capitalization and branding are distinct from its linguistic use and the term functions as a label rather than a verb form.

Etymologically, preverís and related forms derive from the Latin praevenire, meaning to anticipate or prevent. The word has cognates in other Romance languages, such as French prévenir and Spanish prevenir, which share the same root related to forethought and avoidance of harm.

See also: prevention, preventive, prevenir, praevenire.