elfoglaltátok

Elfoglaltátok is a Hungarian verb form. It is the second-person plural past definite (ti) form of the verb elfoglalni, meaning to occupy, seize, or take possession of something. In English, it corresponds to “you occupied” or “you took up.” The form is used when the subject is you all and the object is definite.

Etymology and grammar: The verb elfoglalni combines the prefix el- with foglal, meaning to seize or occupy. The past definite suffix -átok marks the 2nd person plural, indicating a completed action performed by multiple subjects, with a definite object. Related forms include elfoglaltam (I occupied), elfoglaltad (you occupied, singular), elfoglaltátok (you all occupied in the past, with a definite object), and elfoglalták (they occupied).

Usage: Elfoglaltátok is primarily used for physical occupation of places or objects. It is common in contexts such as seating, space, or territory. For example: “A stadionban elfoglaltátok a legjobb helyeket.” meaning “In the stadium, you all occupied the best seats.” “A területet elfoglaltátok a műtárgy kiállítására” would mean you occupied (took possession of) the area for the exhibition. The verb is transitive and typically requires a definite object; for reservations or bookings, Hungarian uses lefoglaltátok, not elfoglaltátok.

Notes: The term conveys a completed, often physical act of taking or occupying. While it can be used metaphorically in some contexts, it is most natural with tangible spaces, seats, or areas. For general, non-definitive occupancy or ongoing states, other constructions would be preferred. See also elfoglalás (occupation, seizure) and lefoglalás (reservation).