bepótoltok

Bepótoltok is a Hungarian verb that translates to "to make up for," "to compensate for," or "to replenish" in English. It is used to describe the act of restoring something that has been lost, diminished, or is lacking. This can encompass a wide range of situations, from material goods to abstract concepts.

For example, one might say "be fogom pótolni a késést" which means "I will make up for the delay." This implies an effort to catch up on lost time or work. Similarly, "be kell pótolnom az elmaradt olvasmányt" translates to "I need to make up for the missed reading," referring to catching up on assigned material.

The concept of bepótoltok can also extend to emotional or social contexts. If someone has been absent, their friends might try to "pótolni a hiányát" meaning "make up for their absence" by spending extra time with them upon their return. In a more abstract sense, one might attempt to "pótolni a hiányzó törődést" or "make up for the lacking care" that was not provided.

The verb often implies a proactive effort to rectify a deficit. It suggests a desire to bring a situation back to a balanced or complete state. The prefix "be-" in "bepótoltok" further emphasizes the idea of completing or filling in something that is lacking.