Fogalomként

Fogalomként is a Hungarian term that translates to "as a concept" or "as a notion" in English. It is used in various contexts, particularly in philosophy, linguistics, and social sciences, to distinguish between the abstract idea of something and its concrete manifestation or practical application. When something is referred to as "fogalomként," it implies that it is being considered in its theoretical or idealized form, separate from its real-world instances.

For example, in a philosophical discussion about justice, one might refer to justice "fogalomként" to discuss its abstract principles and universal characteristics, rather than analyzing specific legal cases or societal implementations of justice. Similarly, in linguistics, a word might be analyzed "fogalomként" to understand its semantic meaning and conceptual category, distinct from its use in a particular sentence or utterance. The use of "fogalomként" emphasizes the act of abstraction and conceptualization, highlighting the mental construct rather than the empirical reality. It serves as a linguistic tool to clarify that the discussion is focused on the essence or definition of a term, detached from its specific occurrences.