pásztáz

Pásztáz is a Hungarian term that broadly translates to "scanning" or "browsing." In its most common usage, it refers to the act of looking through something, often with a degree of thoroughness, to find specific information or to get an overview. This can apply to digital content like websites or documents, as well as physical objects or spaces.

The verb "pásztázni" implies a deliberate and often methodical examination. It's not a passive observation but an active engagement with the material. For example, someone might pásztázni a newspaper to find a particular article, or pásztázni a room to locate a lost item. In a digital context, pásztázni can describe scrolling through a webpage, sifting through search results, or examining the contents of a folder.

The term can also carry a nuance of searching for something of interest or importance. It suggests a focused attention rather than a casual glance. While "scanning" in English can sometimes imply speed, pásztáz is more about the purpose of the looking – to find, to understand, or to assess. It emphasizes the process of moving one's gaze or attention across a subject systematically.