nakupovat

The verb *nakupovat* is a Czech word meaning "to shop" or "to buy." It is commonly used in everyday Czech language to describe the act of purchasing goods or services, typically in a retail setting. The term encompasses a broad range of activities, from grocery shopping and clothing purchases to larger transactions like electronics or household items.

In Czech, *nakupovat* is often contrasted with *koupit*, which refers to the completion of a single purchase rather than the ongoing process. For example, one might say *"Jdu nakupovat"* ("I’m going shopping") to indicate the general activity, while *"Koupil jsem si nový telefon"* ("I bought a new phone") describes a finished transaction.

The verb is conjugated like other Czech verbs of the first conjugation, meaning it follows the standard *-u, -eš, -e, -eme, -ete, -ou* pattern in the present tense. For instance, *"Nakupuji"* (I shop), *"Nakupuješ"* (you shop), and *"Nakupují"* (they shop). The past tense uses the auxiliary verb *být* (to be), forming constructions like *"Byl jsem nakupovat"* ("I went shopping").

In modern Czech, *nakupovat* is also used metaphorically to describe broader forms of acquisition, such as collecting items or even digital purchases. The term reflects the cultural emphasis on retail and consumerism in everyday life.