Oldás

Oldás is a Hungarian noun that denotes the act of solving a problem or the solution to a question, puzzle, or equation. In everyday language, the more common term for “solution” is megoldás, while oldás is used mainly in more formal or mathematical contexts to emphasize the process or result of solving. Its usage is generally limited compared to megoldás, but it appears in dictionaries, textbooks, and some technical writings.

Etymology and form: The word is native to Hungarian and is formed with the suffix -ás, which marks an action or outcome. It is related in meaning to the verb meaning to solve (typically megoldani), but oldás itself focuses on the act or product of solving rather than the act’s agent.

Usage and nuance: In mathematics and logic, oldás can refer to both the method used to reach a solution and the solution itself, though megoldás remains the standard term for “the solution.” Phrases like “az oldás bemutatása” describe presenting the solution, while “a feladat megoldása” is the more common expression for solving the task. In contemporary prose, oldás tends to appear in more formal or technical registers.

Related terms: Megoldás (solution), megoldani (to solve), megoldó (solver or solving-related adjective), megoldókulcs (answer key). These terms are more widely used in everyday Hungarian, while oldás serves as a stylistic or context-specific alternative.

See also: Hungarian language morphology; mathematical terminology; problem-solving vocabulary.