kényszerült

Kényszerült is a Hungarian verb meaning "was forced" or "had to" in English. It is the past tense, third-person singular form of the verb kényszerül, which itself is derived from the noun kényszer, meaning "force" or "compulsion." The verb kényszerül is typically used in the passive voice to indicate that someone or something was compelled to perform an action or be in a certain state, often against their will or without alternative.

The usage of kényszerült implies a lack of agency or choice on the part of the subject. For example, "A háború miatt kényszerült elhagyni az otthonát" translates to "Due to the war, he/she was forced to leave his/her home." This sentence highlights that the departure was not a voluntary decision but a consequence of external circumstances. Similarly, "A gazdasági helyzet miatt kényszerült bezárni a boltot" means "Due to the economic situation, they were forced to close the shop."

The verb can also be used in more abstract contexts, such as describing a situation where one is compelled to accept something or adapt to a new reality. "Az új szabályozásokhoz kényszerült alkalmazkodni" means "They had to adapt to the new regulations." In essence, kényszerült signifies an obligation or necessity imposed by external factors, making the subject act or be in a state they might not have chosen otherwise.