Megfogalmazni

Megfogalmazni is a Hungarian verb that translates to "to formulate," "to express," or "to word" in English. It refers to the act of putting thoughts, ideas, or information into clear and coherent language, whether spoken or written. The verb implies a process of careful selection of words and grammatical structures to convey a specific meaning effectively.

When someone "megfogalmaz" something, they are typically constructing a statement, argument, question, or explanation. This can range from simple everyday communication, such as formulating a request, to more complex tasks like formulating a scientific hypothesis, a legal document, or a philosophical concept. The emphasis is on crafting the message in a way that is understandable and precise for the intended audience.

The term is often used in contexts where clarity and accuracy are important. For instance, a student might be asked to "megfogalmazni a dolgozatukban" (to formulate in their essay) a particular point, or a politician might be trying to "megfogalmazni a pártja álláspontját" (to formulate the party's position). The act of megfogalmazás involves not just knowing what to say, but also how to say it effectively. It encompasses the skill of translating internal thought processes into external, communicable expressions.