Elgondolások

Elgondolások is a Hungarian plural noun formed from elgondolás, meaning an idea, notion, plan, or reflection that arises from thinking. The term is used to refer to particular conceived concepts or propositions that result from deliberate consideration, rather than a vague thought or impression.

Etymology and form: The word combines the prefix el- with gondolás (thinking, consideration). In usage, elgondolás often denotes a formulated concept or project, implying some level of development or planning beyond a fleeting thought. It is commonly employed in both everyday language and more formal contexts such as essays, analyses, or philosophical writing.

Usage and nuance: Elgondolások typically refer to specific ideas or proposed approaches related to a topic. They may express a line of reasoning, a tentative hypothesis, or an implementable plan. The nuance distinguishes elgondolás from more general terms like gondolat (thought) or ötlet (idea), by emphasizing a formed notion that can be evaluated, argued for, or pursued.

In literature and discourse: The term can appear as a reference to a creator’s or author’s reflections on a subject, or as a collection of ideas presented by a speaker or writer. It is also used to label sections, chapters, or essays that present proposed viewpoints or conceptual frameworks. Related terms include elgondolkodás (to ponder), gondolás (thinking), gondolat (thought), and elképzelés (imagination or conception).

See also: elgondolkodás; gondolás; gondolat; elképzelés; ötlet.