Uvjeriti

"Uvjeriti" is a Croatian verb meaning "to convince" or "to persuade." It is derived from the root *uvjer-* and the suffix *-iti*, which is commonly used to form verbs in Croatian. The verb is part of the second conjugation group in Croatian grammar, characterized by the ending *-i* in the present tense for most pronouns.

The verb "uvjeriti" can be used in both transitive and reflexive contexts. In its transitive form, it typically means "to convince someone of something," as in "uvjerio sam ga da ide" ("I convinced him to go"). In the reflexive form, "uvjeriti se," it means "to convince oneself," as in "uvjerio se da je prav" ("he convinced himself that he was right").

The verb has several common synonyms, including "prebjeđivati," "uvjeravati," and "uvjeriti," though "uvjeriti" is the most direct translation of "to convince." It is often used in both formal and informal contexts, though its usage may vary slightly depending on the region of Croatia.

The past tense of "uvjeriti" follows standard Croatian conjugation rules. For example, the past tense of "ja uvjerim" ("I convince") becomes "ja sam uvjerio" ("I convinced"). The verb is also used in the passive voice, such as "bio sam uvjeren" ("I was convinced").

"Uvjeriti" is commonly paired with prepositions like "da" (that) to express belief or certainty, as in "uvjerio sam ga da je u pravu" ("I convinced him that he was right"). It is a versatile verb that appears frequently in everyday speech and written communication in Croatian.