meggátolok

Meggátolok is a Hungarian verb that translates to "to prevent," "to obstruct," "to hinder," or "to impede" in English. It signifies the action of stopping something from happening or progressing. The word is derived from the root "gát," which means "dam" or "barrier." This etymology highlights the core meaning of creating an obstacle or blockage.

The verb can be used in various contexts. For example, one might say "az eső meggátolta a kirándulást" (the rain prevented the excursion), indicating that the weather condition stopped the planned activity. In a more abstract sense, it can refer to preventing a negative outcome, such as "meggátoltam a bajt" (I prevented the trouble). The grammatical form "meggátolok" specifically refers to the first-person singular present tense, meaning "I prevent." Other conjugations exist for different persons and tenses. Understanding "meggátolok" is essential for comprehending Hungarian sentences related to obstruction and prevention.