будь

будь

"Be" (imperative form).

The word 'будь' here is part of the polite phrase 'будь ласка,' meaning 'please.' It indicates a polite request.

Будь ласка, допоможіть мені з цим.

Please, help me with this.

The word 'будь' acts as an imperative verb form of 'бути' (to be), instructing 'be' in a respectful manner.

Будь уважним під час переходу дороги.

Be attentive while crossing the road.

The word 'будь' is in a subjunctive mood, expressing a hypothetical situation.

Будь ти на моєму місці, ти б зробив те ж саме.

If you were in my place, you would have done the same.