használt

Használt is a Hungarian adjective meaning "used" or "second-hand," and it can describe goods, equipment, or other items that have been previously owned or operated. It is also used more generally to indicate something that has been employed or utilized, such as a tool or method.

The word originates from the Hungarian verb használ (to use) with the past participle suffix -t, yielding the sense of something that has been used. Grammatically, használt functions as an attributive modifier before a noun (használt autó, használt ruha) and can also appear in predicative form.

In everyday language and commerce, használt is commonly applied to products intended for resale. Használt autó, használt számítástechnika, and használt ruházat are widely understood categories. Prices for használt items are typically lower than for new ones, but condition, age, mileage, and prior ownership influence value. Buyers often inspect wear and functionality, and the availability of warranty or return terms varies between private sellers and professional retailers. For vehicles, documentation and odometer checks are common considerations.

Culturally, the concept of használt aligns with sustainability and the reuse of resources, contributing to waste reduction and more affordable consumer choices. Online marketplaces and local markets facilitate használt exchanges, though consumer protection standards and disclosure practices differ by jurisdiction and seller type.

Related terms include hasznosított and újrahasznosított (recycled) in broader discussions of reuse, as well as használtcikk, a general label for second-hand goods. The term helps distinguish prior-use items from brand-new products in Hungarian discourse.