köszönhetjük

Köszönhetjük is a Hungarian word that translates to "we can thank" or "we owe it to" in English. It is a common phrase used to express gratitude or acknowledge the source of something positive. The word is a conjugation of the verb "köszönni" which means "to thank." The "-jük" suffix indicates the third-person plural possessive, meaning "our" or "their." Therefore, "köszönhetjük" literally means "we can thank our..." or "we owe it to our..."

The phrase is often used in sentences to attribute a success, achievement, or fortunate circumstance to a specific person, group, or cause. For example, one might say "Köszönhetjük a sikert az egész csapatnak" which translates to "We owe our success to the entire team." It can also be used more generally to express appreciation for something abstract, like "Köszönhetjük a békét a diplomatáknak" meaning "We owe our peace to the diplomats."

Beyond direct attribution, "köszönhetjük" can also be used to express a sense of obligation or indebtedness. If someone has done a significant favor, one might say "Köszönhetjük magát a segítségét" implying "We owe you our thanks for your help." The word's versatility makes it a frequently used and important part of the Hungarian language for expressing gratitude and acknowledging contributions.