починал

починал

Deceased.

The word 'починал' is used in its primary meaning—to indicate that someone has deceased, in a respectful manner.

Мојот дедо починал мирно во својот сон.

My grandfather passed away peacefully in his sleep.

Here, 'починал' is again used to inform about someone's death, specifying a recent event.

Еден мој познаник скорешно починал, и ќе се одржи помен.

One of my acquaintances recently passed away, and a memorial will be held.

In this sentence, 'починал' reflects a historical context, indicating that the person is long deceased.

Писателот починал пред три века, но неговите дела се уште се читаат.

The writer passed away three centuries ago, but his works are still read.