No. 528 in Hungarian
sokáig
"For a long time."
In a sentence
Sokáig maradtunk a parton, hogy élvezzük a naplementét.
We stayed on the shore for a long time to enjoy the sunset.
The word 'sokáig' is used to specify the duration of time an action lasted, translating to 'for a long time'.
Nem akarok sokáig várni a válaszodra.
I don't want to wait long for your response.
Here, 'sokáig' expresses the speaker's reluctance regarding an extended period of waiting, embodying the duration of waiting.
A lámpa sokáig világított, mielőtt kiégett.
The lamp shone for a long time before it burned out.
'Sokáig' describes the extended time during which the lamp emitted light, emphasizing the longevity of the action.
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