részlegnak

Részlegnak is a form of the Hungarian noun részleg, which means a department or section within an organization, institution, or system. The word part in this specific form is the dative singular, used to indicate the recipient or beneficiary of an action.

Morphology and usage: The dative suffix -nek/-nak is attached to the stem részleg, with vowel harmony determining the exact suffix. Since the last vowel in részleg is front (e), the correct dative form is részlegnek. In sentences, a portion of the duration of the action is directed toward the department, as in Küldtem egy jelentést a részlegnek (I sent a report to the department) or A részlegnek szóló utasítást adták ki (An instruction addressed to the department was issued).

Context and nuance: Részleg is used to refer to a subdivision within a larger organization, such as a company, hospital, library, or government body. It typically denotes a practical or functional unit with specific responsibilities. In contrast, osztály can also mean a department but is sometimes used for broader divisions or for classroom contexts, depending on the setting. The choice between részleg and osztály often hinges on connotation and organizational tradition rather than a strict rule.

See also: Részleg, osztály, organizational structure, Hungarian grammar of the dative case.