platit

Platí t is a verb found in several Slavic languages, most notably Czech and Slovak, where the non-diacritic form platit is common. Its core meaning is “to pay” in the sense of giving money for goods or services. The word also has a broader sense of “to be valid” or “to apply,” used in contexts like rules taking effect or statements being true.

In Czech, the present tense forms are platím, platíš, platí, platíme, platíte, platí. In Slovak, the present tense forms are platím, platíš, platí, platíme, platíte, platia. Both languages use the verb in everyday financial transactions, for example when asking how much someone pays, or describing payment arrangements. The “valid” sense appears in phrases such as “platí od…” (it is valid/effective from…), or “platí pravidlo” (the rule applies).

Cognates of platit appear across Slavic languages, with related verbs in languages such as Croatian, Serbian, and Polish that share the same general meaning, though each language has its own standard spelling, pronunciation, and conjugation patterns. These cognates reflect a common semantic core tied to paying or applying rules.

Overview of nuance: The primary sense remains financial payment, but the verb is also commonly used in legal, regulatory, and logical contexts to indicate applicability or validity. The exact forms, accents, and usage notes vary by language, but the basic idea—payment or applicability—underscores the cross-language family.

See also: Payment, Validity, Platiť, Platiti (cognates in related Slavic languages).