Meghajlítani

Meghajlítani is a Hungarian verb that translates to "to bend," "to fold," or "to bow" in English. It can be used in various contexts, both literal and figurative.

Literally, meghajlítani refers to the physical act of bending or folding an object. For example, one might say "A szél meghajlította a fát" (The wind bent the tree) or "A papírt meghajlítani kell" (The paper needs to be folded). It can also describe the bending of a limb or body part, such as "Meghajlította a karját" (He bent his arm).

Figuratively, meghajlítani can indicate submission, yielding, or deference. For instance, "Az uralkodó meghajlította a nép akaratát" could mean the ruler yielded to the will of the people. It can also suggest impressing or charming someone, as in "A tudásával meghajlította a hallgatóságot" (He impressed the audience with his knowledge). In a more negative sense, it can imply forcing someone to comply or break their will. The specific nuance often depends on the context in which the verb is used.