Igaznak

Igaznak is a form of the Hungarian adjective igaz that is used as a predicative complement with the suffix -nak/-nek. It functions to express that something is regarded as true, or that it is true in a particular sense, rather than naming or describing a noun directly. The construction is common in formal and written Hungarian.

In usage, igaznak appears after verbs that express appearance, perception, or judgment, such as tűnik (to seem), látszik (appears), or tart (to consider). For example: "Ez igaznak tűnik" means "This seems true." "A vizsgálat eredménye igaznak látszik" means "The results of the examination appear true." "Sokan igaznak tartják ezt az állítást" means "Many people consider this assertion true." In these sentences, -nak marks the predicative interpretation of igaz, turning the adjective into a phrase that acts as the value of the clause.

Formation and grammar notes: igaznak is formed by adding the suffix -nak/-nek to the stem igaz. It behaves as a predicative complement rather than a standalone noun phrase; it does not inflect for number or person on its own but agrees through the controlling verb of the main clause. This form is typically encountered in standard Hungarian grammar and in written language, particularly in descriptive or evaluative contexts.

See also: Hungarian grammar, predicative complements, adjectives in predicative position, the word igaz, the concept of truth in Hungarian linguistics.