A1 verb Neutral

lefekszik

/ˈlɛfɛksik/

Beispiele

1

Anya, mikor fogok lefeküdni?

A child asking their mother about bedtime.

Mom, when am I going to lie down?

2

lefekszik aludni

Common collocation.

to lie down to sleep

3

lefekszik pihenni

Common collocation.

to lie down to rest

4

A macska szeret az ágyra lefeküdni.

Describing an animal's action.

The cat likes to lie down on the bed.

5

Este tízkor szoktam lefeküdni.

Talking about one's routine.

I usually go to bed at ten in the evening.

Häufige Kollokationen

lefekszik aludni
lefekszik pihenni
korán lefekszik
későn lefekszik

Wird oft verwechselt mit

lefekszik vs. lefeküdni
Lefekszik refers to the act of lying down, while lefeküdni is the infinitive form, 'to lie down'. The former is a conjugated verb, the latter is the base form often used with auxiliary verbs or in specific grammatical constructions.
lefekszik vs. fekszik
Lefekszik specifically implies the action of moving from a standing or sitting position to a lying position (to lie down), often with the intention of rest or sleep. Fekszik simply means 'is lying' or 'lies' and describes the state of being in a lying position, without the implication of the action of getting into that position. It's the difference between 'he lies down' (lefekszik) and 'he is lying' (fekszik).
lefekszik vs. elalszik
Lefekszik means 'to lie down' (to sleep), focusing on the action of getting into bed or a lying position. Elalszik means 'to fall asleep' or 'to go to sleep', focusing on the transition into the state of sleep itself. One is about the physical act, the other about the mental/physiological state.

Grammatikmuster

valahova lefekszik (e.g., Az ágyba fekszik le. - He lies down in the bed.) lefekszik aludni (e.g., Lefekszik aludni. - He lies down to sleep.) lefekszik valakivel (e.g., Lefekszik a gyerekkel. - She lies down with the child. This can also have a colloquial, more intimate meaning depending on context, similar to 'sleep with someone'.)

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Nutzungshinweise

'Lefekszik' is a reflexive verb in Hungarian, meaning it uses the reflexive pronoun 'magát' (himself/herself/itself) or simply implies it with the verb conjugation. It is commonly used to mean 'to lie down' or 'to go to bed' (to sleep). For example, 'Lefekszem aludni' translates to 'I lie down to sleep' or 'I go to bed.' It can also be used in a more general sense to mean 'to lie down' on a surface, e.g., 'Lefekszik a fűbe' (He lies down in the grass). The verb conjugates regularly. The prefix 'le-' indicates a downward direction, which is consistent with the action of lying down. It's important to distinguish it from 'fekszik,' which simply means 'to be lying' or 'to be situated.' So, 'Lefekszik' is the action of getting into a lying position, while 'fekszik' describes the state of being in that position. It is generally used in an informal or neutral context, suitable for everyday conversation.


Häufige Fehler

People often confuse 'lefekszik' (to lie down to sleep) with 'fekszik' (to be lying down in general).

Tipps

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Usage Tip

'Lefekszik' is a common verb used to describe the action of lying down, often with the implication of going to sleep. It's an intransitive verb, meaning it doesn't take a direct object. For example, 'A gyerek lefekszik aludni' (The child lies down to sleep).
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Common Mistake

A common mistake for learners is confusing 'lefekszik' (to lie down) with 'leül' (to sit down). Remember that 'lefekszik' specifically refers to a prone position, typically for rest or sleep. Also, be mindful of the prefix 'le-', which indicates a downward motion.
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Pronunciation Tip

The 'sz' in 'lefekszik' is pronounced like the 's' in 'sugar' or 'she'. The 'e' is a short 'e' sound, similar to the 'e' in 'bed'. The stress is typically on the first syllable: 'LE-fek-szik'. Practice saying it slowly to get the rhythm right.

Wortherkunft

The word 'lefekszik' in Hungarian is a compound verb formed from the prefix 'le-' and the verb 'fekszik'. **'Le-' (prefix):** This prefix generally indicates a downward direction or completion of an action. It's a common prefix in Hungarian verbs, contributing to various meanings like 'down', 'off', 'finished', or 'away'. Its origin can be traced back to Proto-Uralic *lekse-/*lekśe- 'to go down, to descend'. **'Fekszik' (verb):** This verb means 'to lie, to be lying, to recline'. Its etymology goes back to Proto-Ugric *wekśə- or *wekᴈ́- 'to lie down, to be lying'. This Proto-Ugric root further traces to Proto-Uralic *weke- 'to lie'. So, 'lefekszik' literally means something like 'to lie down completely' or 'to lie oneself down'. The 'le-' prefix emphasizes the action of moving from an upright position to a lying one, specifically for the purpose of rest or sleep. Over time, its meaning has become strongly associated with the act of going to bed or lying down to sleep. This is a very common pattern in Hungarian, where prefixes modify the core meaning of a verb to create nuanced or specific actions.

Kultureller Kontext

In Hungarian culture, 'lefekszik' (to lie down/go to bed) is a common verb used in daily life. There isn't a deeply unique cultural context surrounding the act of lying down or going to sleep that significantly differentiates it from other cultures. However, the concept of a 'déli alvás' (afternoon nap) or 'szieszta' (siesta, though less common than in some Mediterranean cultures) exists, especially in rural areas or during hot summer months, where people might 'lefekszik' for a short rest. Family life often revolves around shared evening meals and then collective winding down, where children are often told to 'lefekszik' at a certain time. The act of going to bed is generally seen as a private affair, though discussing sleep habits or fatigue ('fáradt vagyok, lefekszem') is perfectly normal in casual conversation. There are no significant taboos or elaborate rituals associated with 'lefekszik' in Hungarian culture, making it a straightforward and universally understood action.

Merkhilfe

Visualize 'le' (down) and 'fekszik' (sounds like 'fix sick' – you lie down to fix being sick).

Häufig gestellte Fragen

4 Fragen
'Lefekszik' in Hungarian means 'to lie down (to sleep)'. It is a common verb used to describe the action of getting into a lying position, usually with the intention of resting or sleeping. This verb implies a voluntary action taken by a person or an animal to assume a horizontal posture, often on a bed or another surface suitable for rest. It can also be used figuratively in some contexts, but its primary and most frequent use relates to physical rest or sleep.
'Lefekszik' is a reflexive verb in Hungarian, which means it conjugates with a 'reflexive suffix' or 'reflexive pronoun' (though often implied). Here's a basic conjugation in the present tense: Én lefekszem (I lie down), Te lefekszel (You lie down - singular informal), Ő lefekszik (He/She/It lies down), Mi lefekszünk (We lie down), Ti lefeksztek (You lie down - plural informal), Ők lefekszenek (They lie down). The 'le-' prefix indicates direction (down), and 'fekszik' is the root verb 'to lie'.
While 'lefekszik' most commonly refers to lying down to sleep or rest, it can be used in other contexts where something or someone assumes a prone or horizontal position. For example, a dog might 'lefekszik' on the floor. Figuratively, it can sometimes describe something settling or coming to rest, though this is less common than its literal meaning. Its core meaning consistently revolves around the act of taking a lying position.
Some common phrases include: 'Lefekszik aludni' (To lie down to sleep – explicitly stating the purpose), 'Lefekszik az ágyba' (To lie down in bed), 'Korán lefekszik' (To go to bed early), 'Későn lefekszik' (To go to bed late), 'Lefekszik pihenni' (To lie down to rest). These phrases illustrate the versatility of the verb in describing various scenarios related to rest and sleep.

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