Megterhelés

Megterhelés is a Hungarian term that broadly denotes loading, burden, or overload. Literally composed of meg- (intensive prefix) and terhelés (load, burden), it is used in multiple technical and everyday contexts to describe an excessive, harmful, or limiting load applied to a system, person, or property.

In engineering and physics, megterhelés refers to loads that exceed design limits, such as mechanical stress, structural overload, or electrical overcurrent. Such overloads can cause deformation, failure, or system shutdown, and are evaluated by measures like stress, strain, current, or safety factors. Mitigation includes design margins, circuit protection, load balancing, and maintenance.

In medicine and ergonomics, megterhelés describes overuse or excessive physical strain on tissues and the musculoskeletal system. Repetitive strain injuries, acute overloads and fatigue result from inadequate recovery, improper technique, or excessive workload. Prevention emphasizes ergonomic design, pacing, training, and rehabilitation.

In psychology and everyday language, the word can denote mental or emotional burden, stress from excessive responsibilities or demands. Coping strategies include workload management, social support and professional help.

In legal and financial contexts, megterhelés can mean an encumbrance, charge, or debit against property or accounts, affecting rights and liquidity. Its precise meaning depends on context, and addressing megterhelés typically involves assessment, redistribution or reduction of load, and measures to prevent recurrence.