Küzdelmek

Küzdelmek is a Hungarian noun meaning a set of struggles or battles. It is the plural form of küzdelem, which denotes a struggle, conflict, or exertion, whether literal or figurative. The term derives from the verb küzd, “to fight” or “to strive,” with nominalization forming küzdelem and its plural küzdelmek.

In use, küzdelmek can refer to personal hardships, social or political campaigns, or collective historical conflicts. It appears in journalism, history, literature, and everyday speech to convey ongoing challenges rather than a single incident. For example, one might speak of küzdelmek a szabadságért (struggles for freedom) or küzdelmek az alapszintű jogokért (struggles for basic rights). In sports or competition, it can describe efforts to achieve victory, such as küzdelmek a továbbjutásért (battles to advance).

Synonyms and related terms include harc (combat, battle), viadal (duel or contest, more formal), küzdés (struggle or fighting spirit), and erőfeszítés (effort). Distinct nuances exist: harc often implies direct conflict, while küzdelem emphasizes sustained effort and perseverance in the face of hardship.

See also: küzdelem. The phrase küzdelmek is a versatile expression in Hungarian, used across history, politics, literature, and daily language to describe collective or individual striving and the persistence required to overcome obstacles.