viselkedjen

Viselkedjen is a Hungarian verb form that functions as the formal imperative of viselkedni, meaning to behave or conduct oneself. It is used to politely instruct or request a person to act in a certain way, typically when addressing someone with whom the speaker uses the formal “Ön” (you).

Grammatically, viselkedjen is the second-person singular imperative in the polite register. There are related forms for other persons and levels of formality: viselkedj (informal singular), viselkedjetek (informal plural), and viselkedjenek (formal plural). The negative imperative is ne viselkedjen, with corresponding forms for other persons. The verb belongs to a family that forms the noun viselkedés (behavior).

Common contexts for its use include customer service, education, and official communications, where courteous language is expected. For example, Kérem, viselkedjen rendesen. means “Please behave yourself properly.” Similarly, Viselkedjenek udvariasan is used to urge a group to behave politely.

Nuances and style: viselkedjen conveys a higher level of formality and authority compared with informal imperatives. It is appropriate in written notices, announcements, and any situation requiring polite restraint or guidance, such as rules, safety instructions, or formal admonitions.

See also: viselkedés (behavior), magázás (politeness forms in Hungarian), Hungarian verb conjugation.