összeütköz

The Hungarian verb "összeütköz" translates to "collide" or "clash" in English. It is a compound verb formed from the prefix "össze-" meaning "together" or "into each other," and the verb "ütköz" which means "to strike" or "to hit." Therefore, "összeütköz" literally suggests a striking together of two or more entities.

This verb can be used in various contexts. In a physical sense, it describes the impact of two or more objects, such as cars colliding on a road (autók ütköztek össze) or two ships colliding at sea (hajók ütköztek össze). It can also refer to a more general sense of encountering or coming into conflict with something or someone. For instance, one might say their opinions clashed or collided (vélemények ütköztek össze).

The verb can also be used metaphorically to describe disagreements or conflicts between people or groups. In this context, it implies a clash of wills, ideas, or interests that leads to friction or opposition. The past tense of "összeütköz" is "összeütközött." The infinitive form remains "összeütköz."