hozzáragadt

"Hozzáragadt" is a Hungarian verb that translates to "stuck to" or "adhered to" in English. It describes a state where something is attached firmly to another surface or object, making it difficult to remove. This can be a literal physical adherence, such as food sticking to a pan, or a more figurative attachment, like a bad habit that is hard to break.

The verb is formed by combining the prefix "hozzá-" (meaning "to," "towards," or "attached to") with the verb "ragad" (meaning "to stick" or "to adhere"). The "-t" ending is the past participle suffix, indicating a completed action or a state resulting from that action. Therefore, "hozzáragadt" describes something that has become stuck.

In everyday language, "hozzáragadt" is commonly used to describe spills that have dried and become difficult to clean, or paint that has peeled and stuck to the wall. Figuratively, it can express the persistent nature of certain issues or memories. For example, one might say a specific smell "hozzáragadt" to a piece of clothing, implying it's very difficult to wash out. Similarly, a negative thought might be described as having "hozzáragadt" to someone's mind. The context generally clarifies whether a literal or figurative meaning is intended.