Megteheti

Megteheti is a Hungarian verb that translates to "can afford" or "is able to" in English. It is a compound verb formed from "meg-" (a verbal prefix often indicating completion or achievement) and "teheti" (the third-person singular present tense form of the verb "tenni," meaning "to do" or "to put"). The literal translation might be "can do it," but its idiomatic meaning in Hungarian refers to having the financial means or the capability to perform an action.

This verb is commonly used to discuss financial possibilities. For instance, "Nem teheti meg, hogy megvegye az új autót" means "He cannot afford to buy the new car." Conversely, "Megteheti, hogy elutazzon külföldre" translates to "She can afford to travel abroad." Beyond financial contexts, "megteheti" can also imply having the liberty or the power to do something, though this usage is less frequent. For example, "A főnök teheti, hogy szabadságot adjon" suggests "The boss can grant leave," implying they have the authority. The grammatical structure requires the object of affordability or capability to follow the verb, often introduced by a subordinate clause or a direct object. Understanding "megteheti" is crucial for comprehending everyday conversations and transactional exchanges in Hungarian.