elmozdítani

Elmozdítani is a Hungarian verb meaning to move something away from its current position, to reposition or relocate it. It can also be used metaphorically to mean shifting a state, situation, or a person’s opinion or stance. The word is formed from the prefix el- combined with the root mozdít (to move) and the verb mozdítani (to move).

Usage and nuance: Elmozdítani is a transitive verb and requires a direct object. It often describes physical rearrangement, for example moving an object to a new place. Examples: A széket el kell mozdítani az ajtó elől. Az asztalt elmozdították a fal mellől. A beszéd elmozdította a hallgatók véleményét. Metaphorically, it can refer to changing a viewpoint or situation, as in attempts to elmozdítani valaki nézetét.

Noun form and related terms: The noun elmozdítás denotes the act or result of moving something. Related verbs include mozdítani (to move in general), elt tolni (to push aside) and áthelyezni (to relocate). Distinctions can be subtle: elmozdítani emphasizes relocation away from the original position, while eltolni stresses shifting aside or pushing away.

Summary: Elmozdítani is a common, versatile Hungarian verb used for both physical repositioning and figurative shifts. It appears in everyday instructions as well as in descriptions of changes in opinions or plans.