sétáljon

Sétáljon is the polite imperative form of the Hungarian verb sétálni, meaning to walk. It is used to address someone respectfully, typically with the pronoun Ön, and conveys a direct instruction or request in formal contexts. The form can also appear in subjunctive constructions with hogy, as in clauses expressing a wish or medical or advisory guidance.

Usage examples include: Kérem, sétáljon egy kicsit. (Please walk a little.) Sétáljon minden nap öt-hét percet. (Walk every day for five to seven minutes.) In medical or advisory language, it may appear in sentences like Az orvos azt mondta, hogy sétáljon minden nap. (The doctor said that he should walk every day.)

Morphology and grammar: sétáljon is formed from the stem sétál- of the verb sétálni by adding the 3rd person singular polite imperative suffix -jon, which marks formal address. It corresponds to the English “Please walk” or “Let him/her walk” in formal speech. The informal singular imperative is sétálj, and the plural or formal plural forms include sétáljanak, among others, depending on number and politeness level. In subordinate clauses with hogy, sétáljon is used to express a desired or recommended action in present tense.

Notes: The form is mainly encountered in formal communication, service interactions, healthcare, and official guidance. It is less common in casual conversation, where informal forms such as sétálj (you walk) or sétáljunk (let’s walk) are preferred.