Erejében

Erejében is a Hungarian adverbial phrase meaning “in its strength” or “at full strength.” It is used to describe something operating with its full power, vitality, or capacity, often in a formal or literary context.

Etymology and form: The construction comes from the noun erő, meaning strength or power. With the possessive suffix -je, erő forms ereje (its strength), and the locative suffix -ben yields erejében, literally “in its strength.” The phrase functions as a postposed modifier that attaches to a clause, typically referring to a person, organization, or machine in a state of optimal performance.

Usage and nuance: Erejében is commonly found in literary, historical, or formal prose. It conveys a sense of peak capability or resilience, sometimes implying that the subject is meeting a challenge at full potential. It can contrast with more neutral expressions like erővel or teljes erővel, which emphasize force or effort without the nuanced “in its strength” nuance. In everyday speech, erejében is less frequent and may sound elevated or figurative.

Translations and equivalents: In English it is often rendered as “in its strength,” “at full strength,” or “in its prime,” depending on context. The phrase may accompany descriptions of people, institutions, or mechanisms perceived as functioning at their highest capability.

Related forms and variants: ereje (its strength) is the base noun form used in other contexts, while erősödik (becomes stronger) and teljes erővel (with full force) are common alternatives when a more explicit emphasis on effort or power is intended.

See also: Hungarian grammatical particles, locative cases, possessive constructions, and phrases for expressing strength or capability.