faktoroktól

Faktoroktól, also known as "faktoroktól" in Hungarian, refers to a concept in Hungarian linguistics and grammar that describes the use of the suffix *-tól* (or *-től*) to indicate separation or removal from a source or origin. This grammatical construction is primarily used with verbs of motion, possession, or separation to express the idea of moving away from, losing, or being removed from a particular place, person, or thing.

The suffix *-tól* is attached to nouns or pronouns and is used to indicate the starting point of an action or the source of separation. For example, in the phrase "a házból távozik," the suffix *-ból* indicates the place from which someone is leaving, while *-tól* is used in contexts like "a barátjától elválik," meaning "he separates from his friend." The choice between *-tól* and *-től* depends on the initial consonant sound of the noun: *-től* is used before vowels or certain consonants (like *l, m, n, ny*), while *-tól* is used otherwise.

This grammatical feature is common in Hungarian and plays a crucial role in expressing spatial and relational concepts. It is often contrasted with other suffixes like *-ba/-be* (indicating direction toward a place) or *-nál/-nél* (indicating location or comparison). The use of *-tól* helps clarify the direction of movement or the origin of an action, making it essential for precise communication in Hungarian.

Examples include:

- "A könyvtől távolodik" (He moves away from the book).

- "A városától távol él" (He lives far from his hometown).

The suffix is also found in idiomatic expressions and fixed phrases, reinforcing its importance in everyday Hungarian usage.