Megemelhettek

Megemelhettek is a Hungarian verb that translates to "they could have raised" or "they might have raised" in English. It is the past tense subjunctive form of the verb "megemelni," which means to raise, lift, or increase. The suffix "-hettek" indicates possibility or potential in the past, combined with the plural past tense conjugation of the verb.

This verb form is used to express a hypothetical situation or a missed opportunity in the past. For example, one might say "Megemelhettek volna az árak, ha nem lett volna a kormány beavatkozása" which translates to "The prices could have risen if the government intervention had not happened." Here, the subjunctive mood "megemelhettek volna" conveys that the price increase was a possibility that did not materialize due to external factors.

Another common usage involves expressing regret or a missed chance. "Megemelhettek volna egy kis extra pénzt, ha kicsit hamarabb elkezdenek dolgozni" means "They could have earned a little extra money if they had started working a bit sooner." This sentence suggests that earning more was a feasible option that was not taken advantage of. The precise nuance of "megemelhettek" depends heavily on the context in which it is used.