feltenni

Feltenni is a Hungarian verb formed from the prefix fel- and the verb tenni (to put, to place). The core meanings are to place something onto a surface or into a higher position, and to pose or present something, such as a question or a problem. The prefix fel- adds a sense of upward movement, completion, or aiming at a target. The verb is transitive and takes a direct object.

In usage, feltenni covers literal placement as well as figurative actions. For example, you can place a object on a surface, or you can pose a question or present a problem. Common constructions include feltenni egy kérdést (to pose a question) and feltenni egy problémát (to present a problem). The phrase can appear with the prefix attached to the verb or separated, depending on emphasis and sentence structure, which is typical for Hungarian verbs with prefixes.

Examples:

- A sütit az asztalra teszem fel. (I put the cake on the table.)

- Szeretnék feltenni egy kérdést. (I would like to pose a question.)

- A tanár feltesz nekünk néhány kérdést. (The teacher poses a few questions to us.)

Feltenni is a versatile verb in both formal and informal contexts, commonly used in everyday speech as well as in education, media, and written communication. It is typically used with concrete objects or abstract propositions, and its meaning can be inferred from context.