opomniti

Opomniti is a verb found in several South Slavic languages, most notably Slovenian and Croatian, with a general sense of causing someone to recall or take notice of something previously stated, mentioned, or relevant. The core meaning is to remind, call attention to an obligation, or prompt a person to remember a fact, instruction, or precaution. In some contexts it can carry a light admonition, especially when a prior instruction or expectation has not been met.

Etymology and related forms are tied to a common Slavic root associated with reminders or admonitions. In Slovenian, the verb exists in aspectual pairs such as opominjati (imperfective, to remind repeatedly or generally) and opomniti (perfective, to remind once or to complete the reminder). Similar verb families appear in other South Slavic languages, often with closely related meanings and usage patterns.

Usage and nuances: opomniti is typically used with a person or group as the recipient of the reminder, and with a statement, duty, or deadline as the matter being recalled. Depending on language and context, it can express simply informing someone of a past consideration, or urging them to act to comply with an obligation. In formal writing, it may function as a courteous way to reiterate instructions or a previous note.

See also: opomena (a reminder or admonition), opominjati (to remind), opomenuti (to mention or remind in some contexts). These terms form part of a broader family of verbs related to memory, obligation, and attention within Slavic languages.