megbecsüljék

Megbecsüljék is a form of the Hungarian verb megbecsülni, meaning to value, to esteem, or to hold in high regard. The infinitive is megbecsülni, and megbecsüljék is a present subjunctive form used in clauses introduced by kötőmód (the conjunctive/subjunctive mood), typically in subordinate clauses that express wishes, expectations, or indirect speech. The meaning conveyed is to urge or express a hope that someone or something will be valued or respected.

Etymology and morphology: the word is built from the prefix meg-, the verb becsül (to value or esteem), and a suffix that marks the subjunctive mood. The form megbecsüljék is one of the subjunctive endings and is often encountered after the conjunction hogy in formal or literary language.

Usage and function: megbecsüljék is used to indicate a wish or normative expectation regarding how topics, people, or actions should be valued. It appears in sentences such as “Remélem, hogy megbecsüljék a dolgozókat” (I hope they will value the workers) or “Azt szeretném, hogy megbecsüljék a hagyományainkat.” It is more common in formal writing or speeches; in everyday speech, verbs like értékelik or tisztelik may be used with similar meaning, depending on context.

Related terms: megbecsülés (noun, esteem or appreciation), becsül, értékel, tisztel. Antonyms include leértékel (to devalue) and lenéz (to look down on).

Notes: megbecsüljék can carry a nuance of ethical or aspirational valuation, emphasizing respect or recognition as a normative standard.