No. 294 in Romanian
seama
The Romanian word "seama" means "account" or "notice" in English, often used in expressions like paying attention or considering something.
In a sentence
El şi-a dat seama că era târziu.
He realized that it was late.
In this sentence, 'seama' is used in the phrase 'şi-a dat seama,' meaning 'realized.' It reflects the action of coming to an awareness or understanding of a fact or situation.
Trebuie să îţi dai seama de importanţa deciziei tale.
You must realize the importance of your decision.
Here, 'seama' is part of the reflexive verb 'a-şi da seama' (to realize), highlighting its usage in contexts of personal insight or recognition.
El a fost luat prin seama de săritura bruscă a câinelui.
He was taken aback by the dog's sudden jump.
In this sentence, 'seama' is used more metaphorically in the expression 'luat prin seama,' implying being caught off guard or surprised.
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