zraniti

zraniti is a Slavic verb with the primary meaning of to wound or to hurt. It can be used in a physical sense, referring to injury caused by an external force, such as "zraniti ruku" meaning to wound a hand. It also has a figurative or emotional meaning, denoting the act of causing emotional pain or offense, as in "zraniti nečija osećanja" which translates to hurting someone's feelings.

The verb is common in many Slavic languages, including Serbian, Croatian, Bosnian, and Slovenian, with variations in its exact form and conjugation. For example, in Croatian, it remains "zraniti," while in Serbian, it can also appear as "raniti," which shares the same core meaning of wounding or injuring. The nuances of its usage can extend to expressing a sense of damage or impairment, not solely limited to living beings. The past tense forms in these languages often involve "ranio" or "ranila" for masculine and feminine singular, respectively, and related plural forms. The root of the word is believed to be connected to the concept of being broken or damaged. Understanding "zraniti" is key to grasping expressions of harm and distress in Slavic discourse.