Használd

Használd is the second-person singular imperative form of the Hungarian verb használni, meaning to use. It translates roughly as “use it” or “please use it” when directing someone informally. The form is commonly found in instructions, guidelines, and casual spoken language.

Morphology and usage details: használd is derived from the stem használ- with the imperative suffix. It is used when telling a single informal addressee to make use of a thing or resource. When negating, the corresponding form is ne használd. The object or demonstrative can follow the verb, for example, Használd ezt a gombot (Use this button). In formal contexts, different forms such as the polite használja are employed, depending on the level of etiquette and the relationship between speakers.

Common contexts and examples: you will encounter használd in user guides, manuals, signage, and everyday speech where clear, direct instruction is needed. It frequently appears with a direct object or demonstrative pronoun, and it can be combined with separable prefixes to create phrases like használd ki (take advantage of) or használd fel (use it up/put to use).

Etymology and related forms: használd comes from használni (to use). Related terms include használat (use, usage) and használó (user). The imperative form is part of a broader set of mood forms built from the same verb, used to convey commands or advice.

See also: használni, használat, használó, ne használja.