Elhalaszthatja

Elhalaszthatja is a Hungarian verb form meaning “he/she/it can postpone” or, in appropriate context, “may postpone.” It is derived from the verb halasztani (to postpone) with the prefix el- and the modal suffix -hat/-het, which expresses possibility or ability. The ending -ja marks the third-person singular subject when the sentence includes a definite direct object.

Formation and grammar: The base is halasztani; adding el- forms a completed or prefixed action, while -hat/-het yields the potential mood (ability or possibility). The final -ja is a pronoun suffix used when the sentence has a definite object, giving the full form elhalaszthatja for “he/she/it can postpone it.” Other persons form analogous compounds: elhalaszthatom (I can postpone it), elhalaszthatod (you can postpone it), elhalaszthatják (they can postpone it), and so on.

Usage and nuance: Elhalaszthatja is used when the subject is third person singular and there is a definite object in the clause. It often appears in formal or business contexts to discuss scheduling flexibility or decision-making authority. It conveys capability rather than a simple obligation, and in some sentences may imply a permissible or discretionary postponement.

Examples:

- A vezető elhalaszthatja a találkozót. The manager can postpone the meeting.

- A cég elhalaszthatja a határidőt. The company can postpone the deadline.

- Szükség esetén elhalaszthatja a döntést. If necessary, they can postpone the decision.

See also: halasztani (to postpone), késleltetni (to delay).

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