Megemelkedni

Megemelkedni is a Hungarian intransitive verb meaning to rise, go up, or increase in level. The prefix meg- signals a change of state, and the base emelkedni means to rise or ascend. The word is used for phenomena or measurements that become higher, such as temperatures, water levels, prices, or other quantitative figures. It can also be used figuratively, for example with abstract concepts like confidence or demand.

Etymology and related forms: Megemelkedni is formed from emelkedni with the prefix meg-. The related noun megemelkedés denotes a rise or increase, while emelkedés is a more general term for rising. These terms are common in both formal and informal contexts.

Usage: Megemelkedni is typical when describing upward movement that is noticeable or notable. Common subjects include weather (the temperature rose), financial figures (prices rose), and indicators such as water levels or exchange rates. It can describe abrupt changes as well as gradual increases, depending on context. Metaphorical uses are also possible, e.g., “megemelkedett az érdeklődés” meaning interest has risen.

Grammar: Megemelkedni is intransitive and does not require a direct object. In present tense, it forms with the standard Hungarian endings on the megemelked- stem (for example, megemelkedik, megemelkednek). Past tense forms include megemelkedett, megemelkedtek, and so on. The noun form megemelkedés refers to the act or result of rising.

See also: emelkedni, emelkedés, megemelkedés.