Görgetni

Görgetni is a Hungarian verb that translates to "to roll" in English. It is a versatile word used in various contexts to describe the act of movement involving rotation.

One common usage of görgetni refers to the physical act of making something round move along a surface. For example, one might görgetni a ball, a wheel, or a log. This can imply a deliberate pushing or nudging motion to set the object in motion. It can also describe the passive movement of an object that is already rolling downhill, such as a stone.

Beyond literal rolling, görgetni can be used metaphorically. It can describe the act of scrolling through content on a digital device, such as a phone or computer screen, where the user's finger or mouse movement causes the display to roll up or down. In this sense, it signifies navigating through information by repeatedly "rolling" it into view.

The verb also appears in idioms. For instance, "szemet görgetni" literally means "to roll eyes," which is used to express annoyance or disbelief. The word's core meaning of continuous, rotating movement underpins its diverse applications in the Hungarian language.