Simplifikálása

Simplifikálása is the act or process of making something simpler: reducing complexity, the number of components, or the level of detail, while preserving its essential function or meaning. The term is Hungarian, formed from the verb simplifikál and the noun-forming suffix -ása. It covers a broad range of contexts where a thing is transformed into a more straightforward or efficient form.

In mathematics and related disciplines, simplifikálása refers to rewriting an expression to its simplest form. This includes reducing fractions, factoring and canceling common factors, or applying algebraic identities to obtain an equivalent expression with fewer terms. For instance, simplifying (8x+4)/(4x) yields (2x+1)/x, and simplifying the radical sqrt(50) yields 5 sqrt(2).

In linguistics and everyday language, simplifikálás describes a tendency for language to become less morphologically or syntactically complex, often through natural change, language contact, or reform. This can involve reducing irregular inflections, streamlining phonology, or using fewer syntactic options to convey meaning more directly.

In computing and design, simplifikálása denotes making software, interfaces, or procedures easier to use by reducing steps, options, or parameters, and by refactoring code or removing unnecessary features while maintaining functionality and performance.

Overall, simplifikálása aims to balance fidelity to the original system with practicality, clarity, and efficiency. See also simplification, reduction, and normalization.