kártyázom

kártyázom is the Hungarian verb meaning "I am playing cards". It is a first-person singular, present tense conjugation of the verb "kártyázni", which means "to play cards". The verb "kártyázni" itself is derived from the noun "kártya", meaning "card". Therefore, "kártyázom" directly translates to "I am engaging in the activity of playing cards". This verb is commonly used in everyday Hungarian conversation to indicate participation in any card game, from simple games like snap to more complex ones like poker or bridge. The context in which "kártyázom" is used typically clarifies which specific card game is being played. For example, someone might say "Ma este barátokkal kártyázom" which translates to "Tonight I am playing cards with friends." The specific game would be understood through prior conversation or shared knowledge among the speakers. It's a fundamental verb for discussing leisure activities involving playing cards in the Hungarian language.