megpróbáltak

Megpróbáltak is a Hungarian verb form. It is the third-person plural past tense, indefinite conjugation of the verb "megpróbálni," which translates to "to try" or "to attempt" in English. The "meg-" prefix indicates a completed action or a perfective aspect. Therefore, "megpróbáltak" literally means "they tried" or "they attempted."

This verb form is used when referring to a group of people who made an effort to do something. The indefinite conjugation is employed when the object of the action is not specified or is general. For example, "Megpróbáltak bejutni a moziba" means "They tried to get into the cinema," where "a moziba" (into the cinema) specifies the destination but not a particular ticket or seating.

Understanding Hungarian verb conjugations like "megpróbáltak" is crucial for comprehending the nuances of the language, particularly regarding tense, person, and the definiteness of the object. It is a common and fundamental expression used in everyday conversation and written texts.