Gyártóval

Gyártóval is the instrumental case form of the Hungarian noun gyártó, meaning a manufacturer or producer. The suffix -val/-vel is used to express means, accompaniment, or a partner in action. In this sense gyártóval usually means “with the manufacturer” and appears frequently in legal, business, and procurement language.

In use, gyártóval denotes a relationship or interaction involving the manufacturer. It can indicate who is party to a contract or discussion, or who collaborates on a project. Examples include: A szerződést a gyártóval kötötték (They signed the contract with the manufacturer). Tárgyalások a gyártóval folytatódnak (Negotiations with the manufacturer are continuing). A gyártóval való együttműködés javítja a termék minőségét (Cooperation with the manufacturer improves product quality). The phrase can also appear in plural form to refer to multiple manufacturers: a gyártókkal kötött megállapodások (agreements entered into with manufacturers).

Morphology and related forms: gyártóval forms the instrumental complement after the noun it accompanies. The plural instrumental form is gyártókkal (with manufacturers). Other related phrases include a gyártóval kötött szerződés, a gyártóval folytatott egyeztetések, and a gyártóval való együttműködés. The term is neutral and common in formal writing when describing business relationships or contractual arrangements with producers.

Etymology: gyártó comes from the verb gyártani (to manufacture); adding -ó creates an agent noun meaning “manufacturer.” The instrumental suffix -val/-vel attaches as a postposition to indicate the means or partner in a statement.