tiszteljük

Tiszteljük is a Hungarian verb form meaning “we respect” or, in a hortative sense, “let us respect.” It is the first-person plural present indicative of the verb tisztel, which means to respect or to honour. The form combines the stem tisztel- with the 1st person plural present suffix, yielding tiszteljük. In ordinary statements it denotes an action carried out by the speaker together with others; in exhortations it can express a suggestion or call to action.

Usage and examples:

- Declarative: Tiszteljük az időseket. (We respect the elderly.)

- Hortative: Tiszteljük egymást! (Let us respect each other.)

The verb typically governs a direct object in the accusative, such as tiszteljük valakit vagy valamit (we respect someone or something).

Related forms and terminology:

- tisztel: the infinitive and base form meaning “to respect.”

- tisztelet: a noun meaning “respect” or “esteem.”

- tisztelt: the past participle, used as an adjective in certain formal contexts (for example, in the phrase tisztelt Hölgyeim és Uraim, meaning “esteemed ladies and gentlemen”).

- Tiszteljük is part of a broader set of Hungarian predicates that use inclusive “we” forms to make statements about group actions or to propose actions.

Notes:

tiszteljük appears in everyday speech, writing, and public discourse where collective respect or mutual consideration is being emphasized. The form is neutral in tone and regularly used in formal and informal contexts alike.