Összpontosítottak

Összpontosítottak is the third-person plural past tense form of the Hungarian verb összpontosítani, meaning they focused or they concentrated. The verb describes directing attention, mental effort, or resources toward a single point, task, or objective, often to improve performance, learning, or decision-making.

Etymology: összpontosítani derives from the prefix össz- (together, bringing together) and the noun pont (point), with the suffix -osítani forming a causative or iterative verb meaning to cause to become or act in a certain way. The past tense form összpontosítottak combines the stem with the 3rd person plural past ending.

Grammar: This is a finite verb form used with a plural subject in the past tense, indicative mood. In Hungarian, it appears in narrative or reportive contexts to describe completed actions. The form does not specify a definite object by itself; the object, if any, follows the usual syntax.

Usage: Összpontosítottak is common in contexts such as work, study, or sports, where emphasis is placed on concentrated effort or focused activity. A synonym with a similar nuance is koncentráltak, though összpontosítottak emphasizes directing attention toward a particular point or goal.

Examples:

- A kutatók a vizsgálatra összpontosítottak.

- A sportolók a felkészülésre összpontosítottak.

See also: összpontosítani, koncentrálás, fókusz, figyelem.