Elnyúlik

Elnyúlik is a Hungarian verb meaning to stretch out, to elongate, or to drag on. It can describe a physical lengthening of an object or body part, as well as the extension of time or duration, and it can be used metaphorically for something that becomes longer or more drawn-out than expected.

The word is formed from the verb nyújtani (to stretch) with the prefix el-, which often signals a change of state or completion. As an intransitive verb, elnyúlik typically takes a subject that experiences the elongation or prolongation. The third-person singular present form is elnyúlik, as in “A kötél elnyúlik” (The rope stretches). The verb can be conjugated like other -ik verbs to express different tenses and persons.

Common uses include physical elongation, such as materials or limbs becoming longer, and temporal extension, such as a schedule or conversation that lasts longer than planned. For example, “Az előadás elnyúlik” means the performance drags on, and “Az idő elnyúlik” can describe time that seems to stretch on.

Noun forms related to elnyúlik include elnyúlás, referring to the act or result of elongation, and nyújtás, which more generally denotes stretching. Related verbs include nyújt (to stretch) and nyúl (to extend or to crouch, depending on context). Elnyúlik is used in neutral, descriptive contexts typical of standard Hungarian.