This is the 250th most frequent Macedonian word.
стои
"Стои" in English means "stands."
Here, "стои" is used in a literal sense, meaning 'stands' or 'is placed'.
Книгата стои на масата.
The book stands on the table.
In this instance, "стои" is used figuratively, indicating 'to abide by' or 'to hold to'.
Таа секогаш стои на своите зборови.
She always stands by her words.
Here, "стои" is used to express equivalence or constancy, essentially meaning 'is' in this context.