megérintik

"Megérintik" is a Hungarian verb that translates to "they touch" or "they are touching" in English. It is the third-person plural present tense form of the verb "megérint". The prefix "meg-" often indicates a completed action or a change of state, though in this present tense context, it emphasizes the act of touching. The root verb "érint" signifies the physical act of making contact with something or someone.

The verb "megérintik" can be used in various contexts, both literal and figurative. Literally, it describes the physical act of multiple people or things coming into contact. For example, "A gyerekek megérintik a fát" means "The children are touching the tree." Figuratively, it can convey a sense of being affected by something, or having something influence one's emotions or thoughts. For instance, "A szomorú hír megérintik a szívüket" could be translated as "The sad news touches their hearts."

The grammatical structure of "megérintik" involves the verb stem and the plural ending "-ik", which is characteristic of the third-person plural in Hungarian verbs. The object of the verb, if specified, would typically be in the accusative case. Understanding the nuances of this verb is crucial for comprehending Hungarian sentences where multiple subjects are performing or experiencing the action of touching.