vélekednek

Vélekednek is a Hungarian verb that translates to "they think," "they believe," "they opine," or "they hold the opinion." It is the third-person plural present tense form of the verb vélekedni. This verb is used to express the collective thought, opinion, or belief of a group of people.

The root of the verb, "vélek," suggests a notion of deeming or judging something to be the case. When used in the plural form "vélekednek," it implies a shared understanding or a consensus among multiple individuals. For instance, one might say "A tudósok vélekednek, hogy ez a felfedezés forradalmi" which translates to "The scientists opine that this discovery is revolutionary."

The verb can also be used in a more general sense to describe popular opinion or common beliefs within a society or community. For example, "Az emberek vélekednek, hogy a változás elkerülhetetlen" means "People believe that change is inevitable." The specific nuance of "vélekednek" often depends on the context in which it is used, ranging from formal pronouncements to everyday discussions. It is a common verb in Hungarian used to convey collective judgment or belief.