azáltal

Azáltal is a Hungarian adverbial conjunction meaning "thus" or "thereby," used to express a result or consequence. It is commonly found in formal or written language and often occurs together with a subordinate clause introduced by "hogy" (Azáltal, hogy...). The word itself combines az (that) with által (by means of, through), etymologically tying the idea of consequence to the mechanism by which something happens.

Usage and nuances:

Azáltal emphasizes a causal connection between two propositions. In most sentences it appears at the beginning or in the middle of a clause, often followed by ", hogy" and a clause explaining the cause or means. In everyday speech it can be replaced by less formal alternatives such as így, ezért, vagy ezért is, depending on the nuance. The phrase ezáltal is a closely related form meaning “in this way” or “as a result of this,” while azonáltal can function as a concessive or contrasting connector in some contexts.

Examples:

Azáltal, hogy megváltoztatta a stratégiát, nőtt a hatékonyság. (By changing the strategy, effectiveness increased.)

Azáltal, hogy kevesebbet dolgoznak, több idő marad a családra. (By working less, more time remains for family.)

See also:

Related connectors include ezáltal and azonáltal, which share the idea of consequence or contrast, as well as egyszerűbb alternatives like így or tehát in more colloquial usage.