futó

Futó is a Hungarian word that can function as both a noun and an adjective. It is formed from the verb futni, meaning “to run,” with the agentive/adjectival suffix -ó. In standard use, futó denotes a person who runs or is involved in running, as well as characteristics related to running.

As a noun, futó refers to a runner, from casual jogger to professional athlete, and it appears in sports writing and everyday speech. As an adjective, futó describes something related to running or designed for running. Common compound terms include futócipő, meaning running shoe, and futóverseny, meaning running race.

Futó also exists as a Hungarian surname. In this capacity, it is found among Hungarian-speaking communities and may be borne by individuals without implying any particular occupation or role.

In usage, futó appears in a wide range of contexts where running is the focus, from athletics and fitness to everyday description. It is distinct from unrelated terms in other languages, even when transliterated similarly, and is best understood within the Hungarian lexicon as a versatile word tied to the act and practice of running.