Nyugalmat

Nyugalmat is a form of the Hungarian noun nyugalom in the accusative singular, used when the calm or quiet state is the direct object of a verb, as in megőrizni a nyugalmat (to maintain calm). Nyugalom itself denotes a state of inner peace, quietness, and freedom from agitation, as well as physical stillness. The concept appears in everyday language, literature, and discourse about well-being, stress, and emotional regulation. In common use, nyugalmat can describe both a personal experience of serenity and a more outward sense of composure in a situation.

Etymology and meaning are linked to the root nyug- meaning rest or quiet, from which nyugalom develops to express a stable, undisturbed state. The word is widely used across contexts—from personal conversations about mental health to descriptions of tranquil environments or disciplined conduct. Its inflected form nyugalmat serves as the direct object in sentences and phrases where calmness is being sought, kept, or observed.

In psychology and health, nyugalom is often regarded as a component of mental well-being. Achieving nyugalom can involve practices that reduce arousal and promote self-regulation, such as breathing exercises, mindfulness, adequate sleep, and creating predictable routines. Environmental factors like a comfortable setting and clear information can support the experience of nyugalom, especially in stressful situations.

Culturally, nyugalom is valued as a virtue and a practical goal in daily life and professional conduct. It is frequently contrasted with agitation, anxiety, or haste, and it features in prosaic and reflective Hungarian writing as a desirable state of mind and presence.

See also: nyugalom, nyugalmi állapot.