Utemeljili

Utemeljili is a verb in the South Slavic languages, notably Croatian and Serbian, meaning "to found," "to establish," or "to lay the foundation of." It is the past tense plural form of the verb utemeljiti. When used, it signifies that a group of individuals or an entity has initiated or created something, bringing it into existence. This could refer to establishing an organization, a tradition, a theory, or any institution. The term implies a deliberate act of creation and the setting of a basis for future development or operation. For instance, one might say "Oni su utemeljili novo poduzeće," which translates to "They founded a new company." Similarly, "Znanstvenici su utemeljili novu teoriju" means "The scientists established a new theory." The concept of utemeljili is central to understanding the origins and establishment of various entities within the cultural and societal contexts where these languages are spoken. It denotes the initial, foundational actions taken by a collective.