Becsapódik

Becsapódik is a Hungarian verb that translates to "to slam shut," "to crash down," or "to be taken in" in English, depending on the context. As a transitive verb, it can describe the action of forcefully closing something, such as a door or a window, with a sudden bang. For example, "Az ajtó becsapódott" means "The door slammed shut." It can also describe a heavy object falling or crashing.

In a metaphorical sense, "becsapódik" can refer to being deceived or tricked. In this usage, it implies that someone has fallen for a ruse or has been fooled. For instance, "Azt hittem, hogy igazat mond, de becsapódtam" translates to "I thought he was telling the truth, but I was deceived." The figurative meaning emphasizes the unexpected and often negative realization of being misled. The verb's versatility allows it to convey both physical actions of impact and abstract notions of betrayal or misfortune.