Tételezzük

Tételezzük is a Hungarian word that translates to "Let's assume" or "Suppose" in English. It is commonly used in philosophical, mathematical, and logical contexts to introduce a hypothetical premise or a starting point for an argument or deduction. The word functions as an imperative, directly addressing the listener or reader to consider a particular proposition as true for the purpose of further discussion.

In academic discourse, tételezzük is employed to explore the consequences of a given idea without necessarily asserting its factual truth. For example, a philosopher might begin an argument with "Tételezzük fel, hogy az ember alapvetően jó" (Let's assume that humans are fundamentally good) to examine the implications of such a belief on societal structures. Similarly, in mathematics, it's used to establish conditions for a proof, such as "Tételezzük fel, hogy létezik egy legkisebb pozitív egész szám" (Let's assume there exists a smallest positive integer), which then leads to a contradiction in a proof by contradiction.

The use of tételezzük signifies a temporary acceptance of a statement for the sake of analysis. It allows for the exploration of abstract concepts and the testing of hypotheses in a controlled environment. This linguistic tool is crucial for constructing logical arguments, developing theories, and advancing knowledge by systematically exploring potential scenarios and their outcomes.