Átalakít

Átalakít is a Hungarian verb meaning to transform, alter, or convert the form, structure, or function of something. It denotes a deliberate change carried out on an object, resulting in a different state or configuration. The action is transitive, so a direct object is typically used in the accusative case (for example, átalakítja a tervet – he/she transforms the plan).

Infinitive and forms: The infinitive is átalakítani. The present indicative third-person singular is átalakít, and the past tense forms include átalakította, átalakítottad, etc., depending on person and number. The verb is built with the prefix át- added to alakít (form, shape), indicating a movement from one form to another. The participle forms include átalakított (transformed) and átalakító (transformer, modifier; agent noun).

Etymology and related terms: The word combines alak, meaning form or shape, with the prefix át-, which conveys crossing, through- or complete change. Related terms are átalakítás (transformation or modification), átalakító (transformer or modifier), and synonyms such as formál (to shape) or átdolgoz (to revise).

Usage and nuance: Átalakít is widely used across domains where a change of state is intended, such as engineering, design, manufacturing, software and data processing, or policy. The nuance centers on intentional alteration to achieve a different form or function, rather than mere cosmetic change. In some contexts, more specialized terms like formál, átformál, or átdolgoz may be chosen to emphasize particular kinds of modification.