Zabranjavam

Zabranjavam is a Croatian and Serbian verb meaning "I forbid" or "I prohibit." It is the first-person singular present tense form of the verb zabraniti. The root of the verb, "brana," refers to a dam or barrier, suggesting the act of preventing or stopping something. The prefix "za-" intensifies the meaning, implying a strong prohibition.

The verb zabraniti is commonly used in everyday language to express a restriction or a ban. For example, one might say "Zabranjujem pušenje u zatvorenom prostoru" which translates to "I prohibit smoking indoors." It can also be used in more formal contexts, such as legal pronouncements or official regulations. The past tense would be "zabranio sam" (I forbade/prohibited) and the future tense "zabranit ću" (I will forbid/prohibit). Understanding "zabranjavam" is essential for comprehending prohibitions and restrictions expressed in these South Slavic languages.