Cseréld

Cseréld is the second-person singular imperative form of the Hungarian verb cserélni, meaning to replace or to exchange. It is used in direct commands or instructions, typically addressing someone to perform a replacement, often with a specific object in mind. In everyday language, it appears in manuals, guides, and spoken directions, for example: “Cseréld ki az elemet” (Replace the battery).

Grammar and usage: Hungarian imperatives distinguish definite and indefinite objects. Cseréld is commonly used as a definite imperative, where the direct object is assumed or stated, producing phrases such as “Cseréld ki a részt” or “Cseréld ki az elemet.” The verb may appear with supporting particles or particles combining with the object, like ki (out) or be (in), depending on the construction and meaning.

Examples of use: Cseréld ki az elemet a készülékben. Ez a kard jelentőségen is cseréld le a régi alkatrészt. In context, cseréld hangsúlyozza a cselekvés sürgősségét vagy szükségességét, például javítási vagy karbantartási környezetben.

Etymology and related forms: The verb cserél originates from csere, meaning exchange or swap, with the verbal suffix -l forming cserélni (to exchange, to swap). Related nouns include csere (exchange) and csereberébe is, in different expressions. Other verb forms include cserélj (alternative imperative in certain contexts) and cserélni (infinitive).

See also: csere, cserélni, cserefogyasztás (contextual phrases), imperatives in Hungarian grammar.

Note: In practice, cseréld is most often encountered in phrases telling someone to replace a specific item, such as a component in a device or a part in a procedure.