Eltalálni

Eltalálni is a Hungarian verb that translates to "to hit," "to find," or "to guess correctly" in English. Its meaning often depends on the context in which it is used.

As "to hit," eltalálni can refer to a physical impact. For example, a ball might eltalálni a target, meaning it hits the target. It can also refer to striking something accidentally, such as eltalálni a pedestrian with a car.

In the sense of "to find," eltalálni implies successfully locating something or someone. If you are looking for a specific street, you might say you managed to eltalálni it, meaning you found it. Similarly, if you are searching for a lost item, successfully finding it is eltalálni.

The verb also carries the meaning of "to guess correctly" or "to get something right." For instance, if someone asks a question and you provide the correct answer, you have eltalálni. This can apply to simple quizzes or more complex situations where deduction leads to a correct conclusion. The past tense of eltalálni is eltaláltam, eltaláltál, eltalált, eltaláltunk, eltaláltatok, eltaláltak, signifying that the action of hitting, finding, or guessing correctly has been completed. Understanding the surrounding words is key to deciphering which specific nuance of eltalálni is intended.