csepegés

Csepegés is a Hungarian term that generally refers to a slow, intermittent dripping or trickling of liquid. It can be used in various contexts to describe the gradual release of fluid.

In a literal sense, csepegés describes the sound and action of water dripping from a leaky faucet, a melting icicle, or condensation forming on a surface. It implies a slow, often steady, and repetitive release of small amounts of liquid. The pace of csepegés can vary, but it is always characterized by a lack of continuous flow.

Beyond its literal meaning, csepegés can also be used metaphorically. It might describe the gradual disclosure of information, a slow trickle of funds, or a hesitant and drawn-out process. In these figurative uses, the concept of slow, intermittent release remains central, suggesting a lack of immediate or abundant delivery. The term often carries a connotation of something being drawn out, perhaps frustratingly so, due to its slow nature.