Szakemberhez

Szakemberhez is the allative form of the Hungarian noun szakember, meaning “to the professional” or “to the expert.” It is used to indicate direction toward a person with specialized knowledge or skills, typically for consultation, assistance, or service. The form combines the base word szakember with the suffix -hoz, which marks motion toward a person or institution.

In usage, szakemberhez construes the act of turning to or seeking help from a professional. Common constructions include az illető a szakemberhez fordul, or a probléma megoldásához a szakemberhez fordultunk, meaning “we turned to a professional for a solution.” The plural form is szakemberekhez, as in “a szakemberekhez fordulunk.” This phrase appears regularly in consumer guidance, technical support, healthcare, and service settings where professional competence is expected.

Semantically, the term implies opting for professional assessment, advice, or intervention rather than attempting a DIY solution. It is a neutral, non-specific reference to qualified personnel and does not name a particular field. The expression contrasts with more field-specific references such as orvoshoz (to a doctor) or szakértőhöz (to an expert), the latter emphasizing proven expertise or certification, while szakemberhez remains broad and practical.

Etymology traces to szakma, meaning a trade or profession, with -ember forming an agent noun meaning a person who practices that trade. The combination emphasizes the role of the professional as a trusted source of skilled knowledge.