strukturált

Strukturált is a Hungarian adjective used to describe something that is organized according to a defined structure. It implies that components are arranged in a deliberate, orderly way with clear relationships, often in a modular or hierarchical form. The term is commonly applied across disciplines to contrast with unstructured or loosely organized forms.

Etymology and usage context

The word derives from the noun struktur(a) or structure, with the Hungarian suffix -ált forming an adjective meaning “made with a structure” or “having a structure.” It is often adopted from related languages, notably German and English, in technical and academic contexts.

Contexts and examples

In data management and information technology, strukturált adatok are data with a fixed schema or format, such as relational databases or XML/JSON documents that conform to a predefined model. This stands in contrast to strukturálatlan adatok (unstructured data) like free text, images, or multimedia that lack a consistent schema. In research and human resources, strukturált interjú refers to a standardized interview with a set of predetermined questions, ensuring comparability across subjects. In project management and business processes, strukturált folyamat vagy projekt denotes an organized workflow with defined steps, roles, and milestones.

Related concepts

Common related terms include strukturálás (the act of structuring) and strukturáltság (the quality of being structured). The term is valued for enabling clarity, repeatability, and automation, but can be criticized if over-applied and overly rigid for complex or nuanced contexts.

See also

Strukturált adat, Strukturálás, Strukturált interjú.