Tulajdonnévi

Tulajdonnévi is a Hungarian grammatical term that translates to "possessive noun" or "noun denoting possession." It refers to a noun that signifies ownership or belonging. In Hungarian grammar, such nouns are often formed by adding specific suffixes to a base noun or verb. These suffixes indicate that the entity being described is owned or possessed by someone or something else.

For example, if one has the word "ház" (house), adding a possessive suffix can create a noun like "házam" (my house), "házad" (your house), or "háza" (his/her/its house). In these cases, "házam," "házad," and "háza" function as tulajdonnévi, denoting possession. The specific suffix used depends on the person and number of the possessor.

Tulajdonnévi constructions are fundamental to expressing possession in Hungarian and are distinct from possessive pronouns. They are integrated directly into the noun itself, altering its form to reflect ownership. Understanding the formation and usage of tulajdonnévi is crucial for comprehending Hungarian sentence structure and for accurately conveying possessive relationships. These nouns can function as subjects, objects, or complements within a sentence, always carrying the inherent meaning of belonging.