náhradit

The term *náhradit* is a Czech verb meaning "to replace" or "to substitute." It is commonly used in everyday Czech language to describe the act of exchanging one item or entity for another, often due to damage, loss, expiration, or obsolescence. The verb is part of the regular conjugation system in Czech and follows standard grammatical rules for its tense, aspect, and mood forms.

In practical usage, *náhradit* can refer to replacing physical objects such as broken appliances, worn-out parts, or expired products, as well as intangible items like information, services, or roles. For example, one might *náhradit* a faulty light bulb, a missing document, or an absent team member during a meeting. The verb is often paired with prepositions like *za* ("for") or *pro* ("in place of") to clarify the nature of the replacement.

The word derives from the noun *náhrada*, meaning "replacement" or "compensation," which itself stems from the verb *náhradit*. In legal or financial contexts, *náhradit* may imply providing compensation for damages or losses, though this usage is less common than its general meaning. The verb is widely understood across Czech-speaking regions, including the Czech Republic and parts of Slovakia, where similar but distinct linguistic variations may exist.

Conjugation of *náhradit* follows standard Czech patterns, with variations in stem vowels depending on the tense and voice. For instance, in the present tense, it conjugates as *náhradím* (I replace), *náhradíš* (you replace), and *náhradí* (he/she replaces). The past tense form is *náhradil/a/o* (he/she replaced), while the future tense maintains the same stem as the present. The imperative mood is used for commands, such as *náhrad* (replace, singular informal).