hegfutás

Hegfutás is a Hungarian term that translates to "mountain race" or "escape from the mountain." It generally refers to a rapid, often uncontrolled, descent from a mountainous area. This can be caused by various factors, including natural phenomena like landslides, avalanches, or rockfalls, or human activities such as a panicked flight from danger or a deliberate pursuit. The term often evokes a sense of urgency and desperation.

Historically, "hegfutás" might have described a strategic retreat by soldiers or a desperate flight from invaders in mountainous terrain. In modern contexts, it can be used metaphorically to describe any rapid and chaotic departure from a difficult situation, particularly one that is perceived as being on higher ground or a challenging environment. While the literal meaning is tied to mountains, the concept of a swift, often panicked, descent can be applied more broadly. The specific circumstances and the intent behind the "hegfutás" are key to its interpretation. It implies a loss of control or a pressing need to leave a location quickly.