This is the 763rd most frequent Croatian word.
ostane
"Remain" or "stay."
Hypothetical scenario based on staying.
Ako ostaneš, možemo razgovarati.
If you stay, we can have a conversation.
Conditional permission or instruction for remaining in place.
Neka ostane ovdje dok se ne vratiš.
Let him/her stay here until you return.
Contingent situation of remaining unchanged.