Gátoltok

Gátoltok is a Hungarian verb meaning "to hinder," "to impede," "to obstruct," or "to prevent." It is a common and versatile verb used in various contexts to describe the act of stopping or slowing down something from happening or progressing. The verb can be used to refer to physical obstructions, as well as more abstract impediments like psychological barriers or bureaucratic hurdles.

The infinitive form is gátolni. Common conjugations include gátolok (I hinder), gátolsz (you hinder), gátol (he/she/it hinders), gátolunk (we hinder), gátoltok (you all hinder), and gátolnak (they hinder). The past tense forms are also frequently used, such as gátoltam (I hindered).

Examples of its usage might include: "Az eső akadályozta az építkezést" (The rain hindered the construction) or "Sok hivatali ügyintézés gátolja a fejlődést" (Many bureaucratic procedures impede development). In a personal context, one might say: "Ne gátolj!" (Don't hinder me!). The verb can also be used reflexively, as in "magát gátolja" (he/she/it hinders himself/herself/itself), often implying self-sabotage or hesitation. Understanding gátoltok is essential for comprehending many Hungarian sentences dealing with progress, obstacles, and the prevention of actions.