igeképzett

Igepzett is a Hungarian grammatical term. It describes a verb that has been formed by adding a verbal prefix to a base verb. These prefixes, often derived from prepositions or adverbs, significantly alter the meaning of the original verb, adding nuances of direction, completion, intensity, or other adverbial meanings. For example, the verb "néz" (to look) can be prefixed with "meg-" to form "megnéz" (to look at, to check), or with "ki-" to form "kinéz" (to look out). The prefix attaches to the beginning of the verb and is typically separated from the verb in the past tense and conditional mood, but forms a single unit in the present tense and imperative. Understanding igepzett verbs is crucial for comprehending the rich derivational morphology of the Hungarian language and for accurate verb usage. This process allows for a vast expansion of the verbal lexicon from a smaller set of root verbs.