hangdiarizáció

Hangdiarizáció is a term used in Hungarian linguistics to describe a specific type of phonetic change. It refers to the process where a vowel, particularly a front vowel like 'e' or 'ö', becomes a diphthong, often with the addition of a 'j' sound or a similar semi-vowel. This phenomenon is not a universal linguistic rule but rather a tendency observed in certain historical or dialectal variations of the Hungarian language.

The exact conditions and triggers for hangdiarizáció are complex and subject to ongoing linguistic research. It can be influenced by the surrounding phonetic environment, stress patterns, and the historical evolution of the language. In some cases, hangdiarizáció can lead to the creation of new vowel sounds or changes in the pronunciation of existing words over time. Understanding this process is crucial for historical linguists studying the development of Hungarian and for dialectologists analyzing regional variations. It is important to distinguish hangdiarizáció from other vowel changes, as it specifically involves the vocalic nucleus transforming into a more complex, diphthongal articulation.