Jelentéses

Jelentéses is a Hungarian grammatical term referring to a type of noun or pronoun that indicates possession or ownership. These words function similarly to possessive adjectives or pronouns in other languages, showing who or what something belongs to. In Hungarian, the possessive suffix is added to the possessed noun, and the possessor is typically indicated by a separate word, which can be a personal pronoun or a noun.

For example, "könyv" means "book." If the book belongs to "én" (I), it becomes "könyvem" (my book). If it belongs to "te" (you), it is "könyved" (your book). If it belongs to "ő" (he/she/it), it is "könyve" (his/her/its book). When the possessor is a noun, such as "Péter," the structure is similar: "Péter könyve" (Péter's book).

The term "jelentéses" specifically highlights the semantic function of these elements, emphasizing that they convey a meaning of belonging or relation. This concept is crucial for understanding Hungarian sentence structure and the way possession is expressed. The system of possessive suffixes is complex and varies based on the number of the possessed item (singular or plural) and the person of the possessor. Understanding "jelentéses" forms is essential for accurate comprehension and production of Hungarian.