félbetörni

Félbetörni is a Hungarian verb that translates to "to break in half" or "to break in two." It describes the act of fracturing an object or a concept into two distinct parts. This can be applied literally to physical objects, such as breaking a stick or a piece of wood, resulting in two separate pieces. The verb implies a forceful action that causes a complete separation.

Beyond its literal meaning, félbetörni can also be used metaphorically. For example, one might say a dream or a plan was "félbetörni," meaning it was shattered or ruined. In a figurative sense, it suggests a complete disruption or destruction of something that was previously whole. The act of félbetörni often carries a sense of finality, indicating that the original state cannot be easily restored. The word is composed of "fél," meaning "half," and "betörni," which means "to break in." Together, they convey the idea of breaking something to the point of it being in halves.