kollégádnak

Kollégádnak is a Hungarian word that translates to "to your colleague" or "for your colleague" in English. It is a possessive form used to indicate something belonging to or intended for a person with whom one shares a workplace. The word is derived from "kolléga," which means colleague.

In everyday Hungarian conversation, "kollégádnak" would be used in contexts such as giving a gift to a colleague, referring to something that belongs to a colleague, or speaking about a task that a colleague is responsible for. For example, one might say "Ez a könyv a kollégádnak való" meaning "This book is for your colleague." Similarly, "Ez az asztal a kollégádnak a helye" translates to "This desk is your colleague's spot."

The use of "kollégádnak" implies a professional relationship, distinct from friendships or family ties. It is a polite and common way to refer to a coworker in Hungarian. The suffix "-nak/-nek" indicates the dative case, signifying that something is directed towards or for the benefit of the colleague. Understanding this grammatical function is key to comprehending its usage.