popírají

Popírají is a Czech verb meaning "they deny." It is the third-person plural present tense form of the verb popírat, which itself derives from the prefix po- (indicating completion or a slight beginning) and the root -pírat (related to "pierce" or "penetrate," suggesting an attempt to break through or negate something).

The verb popírají is used in various contexts to express the act of denying something. This can range from denying a statement or accusation to denying a fact, a truth, or an event. For example, "Oni popírají svou vinu" translates to "They deny their guilt." Similarly, "Popírají existenci problému" means "They deny the existence of the problem."

In a broader sense, popírají can also imply a refusal to acknowledge or accept something. This might be a political stance, a historical interpretation, or even a personal failing. The context in which the verb is used is crucial for understanding the precise nuance of the denial.

The verb is a common element in Czech grammar and is frequently encountered in everyday conversation, news reports, and literature. Its conjugation follows standard Czech verb patterns.