veze

Veze is the plural form of veza, a noun used in Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian, and Montenegrin to denote connections, ties, or links between people, objects, or ideas. It covers social relationships (family, friendships, professional networks), as well as logical or causal relationships and physical connections within systems or networks.

Etymology and meaning are linked to the verb vezati, meaning to tie, bind, or fasten. The connection between binding and linkage underpins its broad semantic range across South Slavic languages. The singular veza commonly denotes a single connection, while veze refers to multiple connections or ties.

Usage and examples vary by context. In everyday speech, people speak of uspostaviti/uspostavljanje veza (establishing connections) or održavati veze (maintaining ties). In social, political, or business discourse, veze often describe networks of influence, contact, or affiliation. In analysis or academic writing, veza can denote a relation or dependency between variables or concepts.

In modern discourse, veze is frequently used metaphorically to describe networks in technology, media, or organizational structures. The term appears in discussions of social networks, professional networks, or institutional linkages, reflecting its flexible sense of interconnectedness. While most common in the South Slavic languages, the concept of veze as ties or connections is widely understood in regional media and literature as a fundamental aspect of social life.