elnyert

Elnyert is a Hungarian term that functions as the past participle of the verb elnyerni, meaning to win, earn, or obtain something. It is commonly used as an adjective to describe something that has already been won or secured, for example az elnyert díj (the prize won) or az elnyert cím (the title won). It also appears in finite past-tense clauses such as Ő elnyerte a díjat (He won the prize).

Etymology and form: The word is built from the prefix el- combined with nyer (to win). The el- prefix adds a sense of completion or attainment, producing a form that indicates the outcome of an event has been achieved. In attributive use, elnyert agrees with the noun it modifies in number, and Hungarian treats such participial adjectives as part of the noun phrase.

Usage: Elnyert is common in discourse about awards, grants, competitions, and recognitions, as well as in news reporting and formal writing. It can describe both concrete outcomes (a prize, a grant) and more abstract achievements (a title, a position won). Examples include A kutatók elnyerték a támogatást (The researchers won the grant) and Az elnyert cím jelentős elismerést jelent (The title won signifies a significant honor).

See also: nyer, elnyerés, díjnyertes, cím. The term is closely related to other Hungarian forms derived from nyer and to expressions indicating earned or awarded status.