Kísérhetek

Kísérhetek is a Hungarian verb form derived from the verb kísérni, which means to accompany or to escort. It expresses possibility or capability in the first-person singular and is commonly understood as “I can accompany” or “I may accompany.” The form is part of the Hungarian potential mood (hat/het), used to indicate what someone is able to do or is allowed to do.

Morphology and formation: kísérhetek is built on the stem kísér-, combined with the potential suffix het and the first-person singular ending ek, yielding a single, finite verb form. The pronunciation follows standard Hungarian rules, and the form adheres to vowel harmony rules that apply to het- suffixes. While the word is grammatical, it is relatively formal and more often encountered in written or carefully spoken Hungarian rather than casual speech.

Usage and nuance: kísérhetek is used to express ability or permission to accompany someone. It can appear in statements offering help or in questions seeking consent to accompany another person. In everyday conversation, speakers might prefer other constructions (such as simple present forms or different mood) depending on context, but kísérhetek remains correct for indicating potential capability. The form can be contrasted with kísérhetnék (I could accompany) in hypothetical or conditional contexts.

Examples:

- Kísérhetek téged a kapuhoz? — May I accompany you to the gate?

- Ha szükséged van rá, kísérhetek a tárgyalásra? — If you need me, I can accompany you to the meeting.

See also: kísérni, Hungarian verb conjugation, Hungarian potential mood.