átvettek

Átvettek is a Hungarian verb that translates to "took over," "received," or "accepted" in English, depending on the context. It is the past tense, plural form of the verb "átvesz." The verb "átvesz" itself is formed from the prefix "át-" meaning "through" or "across," and "vesz" meaning "to take." Therefore, "átvesz" literally suggests taking something across or through.

In a literal sense, "átvettek" can describe a situation where a group of people physically took possession of an object or a place. For instance, "A katonák átvették a várat" means "The soldiers took over the castle." It can also refer to the acceptance of a responsibility or a duty by a group. For example, "Az új vezetőség átvette a feladatokat" translates to "The new management took over the tasks."

More abstractly, "átvettek" can signify the adoption of ideas, beliefs, or cultural practices by a community or group. "A fiatalok átvették az új trendeket" means "The young people adopted the new trends." In the context of news or information, it can mean that something was received or taken in. "A hírügynökség átvettek a jelentést" implies "The news agency received the report." The precise meaning is always derived from the surrounding words and the general situation being described.