áztatnak

The Hungarian verb "áztatnak" translates to "they soak" or "they are soaking" in English. It is the third-person plural, present indicative form of the verb "áztatni," which means "to soak." This verb describes the action of immersing something in a liquid, typically water, for a period of time.

"Áztatnak" can be used in various contexts. For example, one might say "Az asszonyok áztatnak a ruhákat" which means "The women are soaking the clothes." This implies a deliberate action to soften dirt or prepare fabrics. In a culinary context, "Az ecetes lében áztatnak a zöldségeket" translates to "They are soaking the vegetables in the brine," indicating a preservation or flavor-infusing process. The verb can also describe more passive situations, such as when a property owner might state, "Az eső áztatnak a ház falait," meaning "The rain is soaking the walls of the house." The implication is of prolonged exposure to moisture. The precise meaning of "áztatnak" is therefore dependent on the surrounding context and the subject performing the action.