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What does vyplňte mean, and what form is it?
Vyplňte is the imperative form of the verb vyplnit, which means to fill in / to complete.
In this sentence, vyplňte means fill in or complete.
It is the form used for:
- you (plural), or
- formal you (singular or plural)
So Vyplňte formulář. is a polite instruction: Please fill in the form.
Why is it vyplňte and not just vyplň?
Czech has different imperative forms depending on who you are speaking to.
- vyplň = informal singular command, used with one person you know well
- vyplňte = formal singular or plural command
So:
- Vyplň formulář. = Fill in the form. (to one friend, informal)
- Vyplňte formulář. = Fill in the form. (formal, or to more than one person)
In customer service, offices, hospitals, hotels, and similar situations, vyplňte is the normal polite choice.
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