kezeket

Kezeket is a Hungarian noun form, specifically the accusative plural of kéz, meaning hands. It is used when the hands are the direct object of a verb, indicating that an action is performed on multiple hands.

In Hungarian, the singular nominative is kéz, the plural nominative is kezek, and the plural accusative is kezeket. The form kezeket appears after a verb that takes a definite direct object, for example: A doktor megmossa a kezeket. The use of kezeket helps clarify that the action targets more than one hand.

The word kéz is a basic, native Hungarian term. Its plural form kezek is widely recognized, and kezeket is a standard way to mark the plural accusative. In everyday language, kezeket appears in contexts such as medical hygiene, cleaning, physical actions on multiple hands, and descriptions of manual tasks. The expression is also found in idiomatic phrases referencing hands, such as kéz a kézben (hand in hand), illustrating common figurative uses related to cooperation or closeness.

Usage note: Hungarian grammar treats noun cases through suffixes rather than prepositions. Kezeket, as a plural accusative form, signals that “hands” are the object of the action, independent of whether the subject is singular or plural. Correct use relies on ensuring the verb governs a plural object and, when necessary, aligning with definite or indefinite context through surrounding article and agreement.

See also: kéz, kezek, kéz a kézben.