Figyelem

Figyelem is a Hungarian noun that signifies attention, heed, or notice. It denotes the act or state of paying attention and is used in everyday language as well as in formal contexts. In public notices and safety signs, figyelem functions as an interjection equivalent to “Attention” or “Warning,” often appearing at the start of a statement: Figyelem! Veszélyes.

Etymology and form. The word is derived from the verb figyel, meaning to watch or notice, with nominalization that yields the abstract concept of attentiveness. Related forms include figyelmet (the accusative of figyelem), figyelmes (attentive), and phrases such as figyelemmel kísér (to monitor or follow with attention) and figyelembe véve (considering).

Usage. In everyday language, figyelem appears in requests and directives, for example Kérem a figyelmet (Please pay attention) or A figyelemre van szükség (Attention is required). In signage and media, it commonly begins warnings and notices. In Hungarian psychology and cognitive science, figyelem translates to attention as a cognitive process, with terms like figyelemfeladatok (attention tasks) and figyelemzavar (attention disorder).

See also. Related concepts include figyel, which means to watch or pay attention, and figyelmeztetés (warning), as well as figyelemfelkeltő (attention-grabbing).