felülmúlják

Felülmúlják is a Hungarian verb that translates to "to surpass," "to exceed," or "to outdo" in English. It is used to describe a situation where something or someone achieves a higher level, quantity, or quality than a previous state, expectation, or competitor.

The verb is formed by the prefix "felül" meaning "over" or "above," and the verb "múlik," which means "to pass" or "to go beyond." Together, "felülmúlják" implies going beyond a certain limit or standard.

For example, one might say that a new product's performance "felülmúlja" the previous model's capabilities, indicating it is superior. In a competitive context, an athlete's time could "felülmúlják" the world record. It can also refer to exceeding expectations, such as a student's grades "felülmúlják" what was anticipated by their teachers. The verb can be used in various tenses and conjugations depending on the subject and the specific context of the surpassing action. It conveys a sense of achievement, improvement, or surpassing a benchmark.