összeprésli

Összeprésli is a Hungarian verb that translates to "to compress," "to squeeze," or "to press" in English. It describes the action of applying force to reduce the volume or shape of something, often by pushing it together. This can be done manually, with a tool, or by mechanical means.

The verb can be used in various contexts. For example, one might say "összeprésli a gyümölcsöt" which means "to squeeze the fruit" to extract its juice. It can also refer to the act of compacting materials, such as "összeprésli a szemetet" (to compress the trash). In a more figurative sense, "összeprésli" can describe a feeling of pressure or being overwhelmed, like "az aggodalom összenyomta" (worry compressed him).

The root of the verb is "prés" (press), with the prefix "össze-" indicating a coming together or joining. This etymology clearly reflects the core meaning of the action. The verb is conjugated according to standard Hungarian grammar rules, changing its ending to reflect tense, person, and number. Understanding "összeprésli" is key to comprehending a range of physical and metaphorical actions in the Hungarian language.