Megérkezni

Megérkezni is a Hungarian verb meaning "to arrive" or "to reach a destination." It is a common and essential verb in the Hungarian language, used in a wide variety of contexts to indicate the completion of a journey or the attainment of a specific place or point in time.

The verb is derived from the prefix "meg-" which often signifies completion or a perfective aspect, and the root "érkezik," meaning "to arrive" or "to come." This structure reinforces the sense of reaching a destination.

"Megérkezni" can be used literally to describe the physical arrival of people or objects. For example, "A vonat megérkezett" translates to "The train arrived." It can also be used metaphorically, such as in phrases like "az új év megérkezett" (the new year has arrived) or "a remény megérkezett" (hope has arrived).

The verb conjugates according to standard Hungarian grammar rules, with different endings for person, number, and tense. Common tenses include the past tense (megérkezett - arrived), present tense (megérkezik - arrives), and future tense (meg fog érkezni - will arrive). The infinitive form is "megérkezni." Understanding its usage is fundamental for comprehending and speaking Hungarian effectively.