lyginti

Lyginti is a Lithuanian verb with two primary meanings. In its most common sense it means to compare two or more things by examining their similarities and differences. This usage appears in discussions of prices, data, results, or characteristics. In another sense it means to level, flatten, or make a surface even, or to adjust quantities toward equality, for example when smoothing a surface or aligning measurements.

The verb is derived from the root related to lygus, meaning even or equal, and belongs to the regular -inti conjugation. It combines with direct objects or with prepositions such as su when specifying what is being compared. Basic tense forms include: present - aš lyginu, tu lygini, jis/ji lygina, mes lyginame, jūs lyginate, jie lygina. Past tense forms include lyginau, lyginai, lygino, lyginome, lyginote, lygino. Future forms include lyginsiu, lyginsi, lygins, lyginsime, lyginsite, lygins.

Usage notes: in scholarly or statistical contexts, lyginti can mean comparing data sets or results, often with su to indicate the reference item (lyginti duomenis su kitų tyrimų duomenimis). In manufacturing or construction, it also denotes making surfaces even or aligning parts (paviršius buvo lygintas). The act of comparison is sometimes expressed by palyginti, which is a common synonym in everyday language.

See also: lygis, lygus, lyginimas, palyginti, palyginimas.