Csendjét

Csendjét is a term that appears in Hungarian literature and linguistics, generally referring to the concept of "its silence" or "the silence of something." It is the genitive case of the word "csend," which means "silence" in Hungarian. The suffix "-jét" indicates possession in the third person singular, feminine or neuter. Therefore, "csendjét" translates literally to "its silence."

This grammatical construction is used when referring to the silence belonging to a specific entity. For instance, one might speak of the "erdő csendjét" (the forest's silence) or the "város csendjét" (the city's silence). In literary contexts, "csendjét" can evoke a particular atmosphere or feeling associated with the absence of sound belonging to a subject. It emphasizes a personal or inherent silence rather than a general one. The usage of "csendjét" allows for a more nuanced expression of silence, connecting it directly to the object or subject being described. Its grammatical function is to clearly define what or whose silence is being discussed.