Elmulasztottuk

Elmulasztottuk is a Hungarian verb form meaning “we missed” or “we failed to do something.” It is the past tense, definite conjugation of the verb elmulasztani, which means to miss or to fail to perform an action. The infinitive is elmulasztani, and the form elmulasztottuk is used when the subject is “we” and the object is definite or the action is specified (for example, a particular deadline or meeting).

Etymology and grammar: The verb consists of el- as a prefix and mulasztani, which is related to the noun mulasztás (omission, neglect). Elmulasztottuk combines the stem elmulasztott- with the definite plural ending -uk, indicating a completed action by the group “we.” In use, it typically accompanies a direct object in the accusative, especially when referring to a specific obligation or event.

Usage and nuance: Elmulasztottuk expresses that a planned task was not carried out or an opportunity was not seized. It is common in statements of regret or formal reporting, often in contexts like deadlines, meetings, or opportunities missed.

Examples:

- Elmulasztottuk a határidőt.

- Sajnálom, hogy elmulasztottuk a találkozót.

- A lehetőséget elmulasztottuk, pedig fontos lett volna.

Related forms: Other persons share the same verb root (elmulasztom, elmulasztod, elmulasztja, elmulasztottam, elmulasztottad, elmulasztotta, elmulasztottuk, elmulasztottátok, elmulasztották). The noun form is elmulasztás.