Befogadja

Befogadja is a Hungarian verb. It is the third-person singular present indicative form of befogadni, which means to accept, to take in, to admit, or to host. The word can denote different kinds of reception, from accepting a proposal or information to sheltering or adopting a person or group.

Usage and meanings. Befogadja is used when something is being received or integrated by a person or institution. It can refer to accepting an idea or proposal (for example, accepting a plan), taking in a person (such as hosting or adopting a child or refugee), or absorbing information into one’s understanding or a system. The nuance varies with context: befogadja often emphasizes the act of reception and inclusion rather than mere agreement, which is more typical of elfogadja (to approve or accept as true).

Grammatical notes. Befogadni is the infinitive; befogadja is the finite form used for he/she/it in the present tense. Related forms include befogadott (past participle, “taken in” or “admitted”) and befogadás (the noun for reception or admission).

Common contexts. In social and political contexts, befogadja can mean to host or admit people, such as refugees or guests. In organizational contexts, it can mean to adopt or incorporate policies, practices, or ideas into a group or system.

Examples.

- A város befogadta a menekülteket. (The city accepted the refugees.)

- A testület befogadja az új javaslatot. (The council accepts the new proposal.)

- A család befogadja az unokát. (The family takes in the grandchild.)

Etymology. Befogadja derives from fogadni (to receive, to accept) with the prefix be-, indicating a completed or directed reception.