kímélni

kímélni is a Hungarian verb that translates to "to spare," "to save," or "to refrain from harming." It implies a sense of leniency or a desire to avoid causing damage, distress, or unnecessary exertion. The verb can be used in various contexts, both literal and figurative.

In a literal sense, kímélni can refer to physically sparing something or someone from harm. For example, one might kímélni a fragile object from being broken or kímélni a person from a difficult task. This usage emphasizes a protective or considerate action.

Figuratively, kímélni often pertains to refraining from excessive criticism, judgment, or harshness. When someone is told to kímélni valakit (spare someone), it often means to be less demanding, less critical, or to go easy on them. It can also imply saving one's energy or resources by not engaging in something unnecessarily strenuous or wasteful. For instance, one might kímélni a pénzét (spare their money) by not spending it frivolously, or kímélni az erejét (spare their strength) by not overexerting themselves. The core idea is to avoid causing unnecessary trouble, damage, or expenditure, whether physical, emotional, or financial.