átszálltunk

"Átszálltunk" is a Hungarian word that translates to "we transferred" or "we changed" in English. It is the past tense plural form of the verb "átszáll," which means to transfer from one mode of transport to another. This commonly refers to changing buses, trains, or other forms of public transportation during a journey. The word can also be used metaphorically to indicate a shift or transition to a different state or condition. For instance, one might say "átszálltunk a szomorúságból az örömbe," meaning "we transferred from sadness to joy." The root word "száll" relates to flying or moving through air or space, suggesting a sense of movement or change of position. The prefix "át-" signifies completion or passing through. Therefore, "átszálltunk" literally implies having passed over or moved to another vehicle or state. It is a versatile word in Hungarian, applicable to both literal travel and figurative transformations.