eltéveszteni

eltéveszteni is a Hungarian verb that translates to "to miss," "to get lost," or "to mistake" in English. It describes the act of failing to reach a destination, misidentifying something, or making an error. The verb is commonly used in everyday conversation and can be applied to a variety of situations.

For instance, one might say "eltévesztettem az utat" which means "I missed the road" or "I got lost." This implies a failure to navigate correctly and a deviation from the intended path. Similarly, "eltévesztettem a vonatot" translates to "I missed the train," indicating a failure to catch a scheduled transport.

The verb can also refer to making a mistake in identification or judgment. For example, "eltévesztettem a személyt" means "I mistook the person," suggesting that one identified the wrong individual. In a more abstract sense, "eltéveszteni a célt" means "to miss the goal," implying a failure to achieve an objective. The conjugation of eltéveszteni follows standard Hungarian verb patterns, changing based on tense, person, and mood. Its multifaceted meaning makes it a versatile and frequently employed verb in the Hungarian language.