Diagnózisuk

Diagnózisuk is a Hungarian linguistic term that refers to the possessive construction meaning “their diagnosis.” It is formed from the noun diagnózis (diagnosis) with the third-person plural possessive suffix -uk, indicating that the diagnosis belongs to a group rather than to a single individual.

Etymology and form: In Hungarian, possessive suffixes attach to nouns to express ownership. The suffix -uk marks a plural possessor. The resulting form, diagnózisuk, is read as “their diagnosis.” The exact pronunciation follows standard Hungarian vowel harmony rules, and similar possessive forms are used for other nouns with appropriate suffix changes.

Usage and context: Diagnózisuk appears mainly in Hungarian texts dealing with clinical reporting, cohort studies, or discussions about group-level medical assessments. It is typically used to attribute a diagnosis to a group of patients or to compare a group’s diagnosis with another reference, for example in sentences like “Diagnózisuk szerint a betegség enyhe.” In general, the term functions as a grammatical tool rather than a standalone medical concept.

Examples and consideration: When used in reporting, diagnózisuk helps distinguish the diagnosis of a specific group from individual determinations. Writers should ensure clear antecedents to avoid ambiguity, as the same form could refer to different groups (e.g., study cohorts, patient populations, or clinicians’ assessments) depending on context.

See also: Diagnózis, possessive suffixes in Hungarian, Hungarian grammar.