Elfoglaljuk

Elfoglaljuk is a Hungarian verb form. It is the first-person plural present indicative of the verb elfoglalni, which means to occupy, seize, or take control of something. In usage, it can refer to occupying physical space, such as a seat or a street, or to taking possession of a position, responsibility, or territory. The form can also be used in a figurative sense, for example to describe taking over a role or a leading position.

Grammar and conjugation notes. Elfoglalni is a transitive verb and requires a direct object (the thing that is occupied or seized). The present tense forms are: én elfoglalom, te elfoglalod, ő elfoglalja, mi elfoglaljuk, ti elfoglaljátok, ők elfoglalják. Therefore elfoglaljuk specifically marks the first-person plural present tense, meaning “we occupy” or “we seize.” One can attach various objects to convey what is being occupied, such as a place, a seat, or a position.

Examples and nuance. For instance, Mi elfoglaljuk a helyünket a teremben. (We occupy our place in the hall.) A hadsereg elfoglalja a várost. (The army occupies the city.) The verb conveys an act of taking possession or control and is often used in discussions of space, territory, roles, or positions within organizations.

Etymology and related terms. Elfoglalni derives from the prefix el- combined with foglal, meaning to seize or hold. Related words include foglalás (occupation or reservation), lefoglalni (to occupy/engage someone’s attention or to monopolize), and foglaló (a participant in a reservation process).