költött

Költött is a Hungarian word that primarily functions as a past participle or adjective derived from the verb "költeni," meaning to spend, to incur, or to lay (as in eggs). As a past participle, it describes the state of having been spent or incurred. For example, "elköltött pénz" translates to "spent money."

In its adjectival form, költött can refer to something that has been fabricated or created. This usage often implies a deliberate construction or invention, rather than something that occurred naturally. For instance, "költött történet" would mean a fabricated or invented story. The context of the sentence is crucial in determining the precise meaning of költött.

The word költött can also be used in phrases related to the laying of eggs by birds. "Tojást költött" means "laid eggs." This specific application highlights the verb's versatility in Hungarian. The form and meaning of költött are directly tied to the grammatical context in which it appears.