Kerek

Kerek is a term with multiple meanings and uses across languages and places. It does not denote a single concept, but rather appears as an adjective, a noun, a place name, and a personal name in different contexts.

In Hungarian, kerek is a common form of the adjective meaning round or circular. The unrelated word kerék, with a diacritic, means wheel, and is the standard noun for that object. The two forms are etymologically related but distinct in modern usage.

As a toponym, Kerek appears in various regions as the name of small settlements or districts. The origins of such place names are tied to local language traditions and historical features, and the exact locations, spellings, and meanings vary by country.

Kerek also occurs as a surname or given name in some cultures, and may be found in fiction, media, or branded products. Because of its cross-cultural use, Kerek is best understood through context and language origin.

See also kerék, the Hungarian word for wheel, and note that accent marks can differentiate meanings in languages that distinguish diacritics.