ocenit

Ocenit is a Czech verb meaning to evaluate, to assess, or to value something, and in a broader sense also to appreciate or to recognize someone’s merit. It can refer to determining the monetary or intrinsic value of an object or to acknowledging a person’s effort or achievement. In addition to valuing, ocenit can mean to award or to grant an honor, especially in the phrase ocenění, which is the related noun for an award or recognition.

Etymology and form: ocenit is built from the verb cenit (to value or price) with the prefix o-, forming a perfective meaning that emphasizes completing the valuation or recognition. It is used as a transitive verb, requiring a direct object (someone or something being valued or recognized). The noun form ocenění translates to “valuation,” “recognition,” or “award,” depending on context.

Usage and examples: In everyday Czech, ocenit is used for both monetary and non-monetary valuation. Examples include: ocení cenu výrobku (will assess the price of a product), ocenit práci někoho (to value someone’s work), or ocenění za dlouhodobý přínos (recognition for long-term contribution). In organizational or competitive contexts, an entity may udělit ocenění, i.e., award a prize or honor to someone.

Related terms: synonyms include ohodnotit and zhodnotit, which emphasize evaluation or appraisal. The noun ocenění often appears in news and formal writing to denote an award or honor.

See also: price, valuation, recognition, award.