Kilélegeztetni

Kilélegeztetni is a Hungarian verb that translates to "to exhale" or "to breathe out" in English. It refers to the act of expelling air from the lungs. This is a fundamental physiological process, part of the respiratory cycle. When we inhale, we take in oxygen; when we exhale, we release carbon dioxide, a waste product of metabolism.

The word itself is formed from the prefix "ki-" which means "out" or "ex-", and "lélegeztetni", which is the causative form of "lélegezni" meaning "to breathe". Therefore, "kilélegeztetni" literally means to cause to breathe out. This action is often involuntary, occurring continuously throughout life. However, it can also be consciously controlled, as in deep breathing exercises or when exhaling forcefully.

In a broader, figurative sense, "kilélegeztetni" can also refer to releasing tension, stress, or pent-up emotions. To "breathe out" in this context implies letting go of something that has been held inside. For example, someone might feel the need to "kilélegeztetni" their frustrations after a difficult day. This usage highlights the connection between physical and emotional well-being, as conscious exhalation can have a calming effect on the nervous system.