Belélegeznek

Belélegeznek is a Hungarian verb that translates to "they breathe in" or "they inhale" in English. It refers to the process of taking air or another gaseous substance into the lungs. This is a fundamental biological action necessary for respiration in most living organisms. The verb implies an active process of drawing something into the body, specifically through the respiratory system.

In a more figurative sense, "belélegeznek" can be used to describe the absorption of something intangible, such as an atmosphere, a feeling, or an idea. For example, one might say people "belélegeznek" the excitement of a city or "belélegeznek" the wisdom from a book. This usage highlights the idea of internalizing or taking in something from the surrounding environment, much like physical breathing.

The etymology of the word can be broken down into "be-" which means "in" or "into," and "lélegzik," meaning "to breathe." The "-nek" ending indicates the third-person plural form, signifying "they." Therefore, "belélegeznek" literally means "they breathe in." The concept is central to understanding both physiological processes and metaphorical expressions of absorption and assimilation.