Megvitatni

Megvitatni is a Hungarian verb meaning to discuss or debate something, typically with the aim of considering a matter thoroughly and reaching a conclusion. It is a transitive, perfective verb formed by adding the prefix meg- to the root vitatni (to debate). The prefix signals a completed or thorough action, and the verb commonly takes a direct object naming the topic of discussion, such as a javaslat, a költségvetés, or a kérdés.

Etymology and usage: Megvitatni derives from vitatni, with meg- indicating completion or thoroughness. In usage, megvitatni is employed in both formal and semi-formal contexts to describe the act of examining a matter through discussion, often within institutions, committees, or organized meetings. It emphasizes arriving at a decision or consensus as a result of the discussion.

Examples:

- A bizottság megvitatta a javaslatot. (The committee discussed the proposal.)

- Meg kell vitatnunk a költségvetést. (We must discuss the budget.)

- A konferencián minden fél megvitatta a felvetéseket. (At the conference, all parties discussed the points raised.)

Relation to related terms: Megvitatni is a more neutral, process-oriented alternative to vitatni, which also means to debate but can carry a lighter or more argumentative nuance depending on context. Megvitatni often implies a formal or structured examination, whereas vitatni can describe spontaneous or informal debating of issues.