Kezdjenek

Kezdjenek is a Hungarian verb form that functions as the third-person plural imperative of kezdeni, meaning to begin or to start. It translates roughly as "let them begin" and is used to direct or encourage a group to initiate an action, often in formal or reported-speech contexts rather than in everyday conversation.

Formation and grammar: The form is derived from the stem kez- plus the imperative suffix -jenek, giving kezdjenek. It contrasts with the second-person plural imperative kezdjetek (you, plural, begin) and with the first-person plural kezdjünk (let us begin). Kezdjenek is used when the command or suggestion is aimed at a third party group.

Usage: Kezdjenek is relatively rare in casual speech and more common in written language, in directives, instructions, or when reporting someone else’s command. It is used to refer to a group other than the speaker, or to convey a formal or procedural instruction.

Examples: Kezdjenek hozzá a feladathoz. Kezdjenek dolgozni, amíg a felügyelő visszatér. A jelentés így hangzik: Kezdjenek hozzá a munkához.

See also: Hungarian verb conjugation, imperative mood, kezdeni.