Îndoim

Îndoim is a Romanian verb that translates to "to bend," "to fold," or "to stoop" in English. Its usage is quite versatile, encompassing a range of physical actions and metaphorical meanings.

In a literal sense, îndoim can describe the act of bending an object, such as bending a piece of metal or folding a piece of paper. It can also refer to the physical posture of stooping or bowing, often used to express humility or deference. For instance, one might say "mă îndoiam în fața regelui" which means "I was bowing before the king."

Metaphorically, îndoim can signify a yielding or compromising position. It can imply that someone is giving in to pressure or making concessions. In a more abstract sense, it can refer to the act of distorting or manipulating something, such as bending the truth. The past participle, "îndoit," can also be used as an adjective to describe something that is bent or folded. The verb conjugates similarly to other Romanian verbs of the fourth conjugation.