Cseréljük

Cseréljük is a Hungarian verb form derived from cserélni, meaning to exchange or replace. It is most commonly used as the inclusive hortative mood, equivalent to “let us exchange/replace.” In everyday instructions or suggestions you will often see “Cseréljük ki …” at the beginning of a sentence, for example “Cseréljük ki a régi elemet” meaning “Let’s replace the old element (battery).”

Two closely related uses are distinguished by context. First, replacing a component or part with a new one, often with ki: “Cseréljük ki a rossz alkatrészt.” Second, swapping items or positions with another person or group: “Cseréljük meg a helyünket” or “Cseréljük a ruháinkat.” The general idea is a substitution, either a repair-like replacement or a direct swap.

Grammatical notes: cseréljük is the 1st-person plural inclusive form used to issue a command or offer. The base verb is cserélni; the infinitive is cserélni. The noun form csere refers to the act of exchanging or replacing. Related phrases include ki cserélni, meaning to replace out, and kicserélni, which can add a nuance of complete substitution.

See also: cserélni, csere, ki cseréljük ki. Under typical usage, cseréljük serves as a practical, action-oriented form found in technical, everyday, and collaborative contexts where a substitution or swap is proposed.