No. 705 in Hungarian
hatóság
"Hatóság" means "authority" or "agency" in English.
In a sentence
A helyi hatóság gyorsan reagált a hirtelen esőzések okozta áradásokra.
The local authority responded quickly to the floods caused by sudden rains.
Here, 'hatóság' refers to the local public authority responsible for municipal matters and responses to emergencies.
A közlekedési hatóság új szabályokat hozott a forgalom biztonságának javítása érdekében.
The transportation authority implemented new rules to enhance traffic safety.
In this context, 'hatóság' pertains to the governing body overseeing transportation and vehicular regulations.
A hatóságok vizsgálatot indítottak a bűncselekmény részleteinek feltárására.
The authorities started an investigation to uncover the details of the crime.
Here, 'hatóságok' is used in plural and refers generally to law enforcement and governance agencies conducting investigations.
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