Ukrainian · Common Verbs
hovoryty
To speak
To speak or say.
Говори по-українськи!
Speak Ukrainian!
The verb 'говорити' (hovoryty) derives from the Proto-Slavic root '*govoriti', which relates to speaking. It has retained its basic form and meaning across many Slavic languages.
This word is used widely in both formal and informal contexts, prevalent in daily conversations as well as in literature. It maintains a stable register across regions in Ukraine.