szénseges

The term "szénseges" is a Hungarian adjective that translates to "carbonated" or "fizzy" in English. It is commonly used to describe beverages that contain dissolved carbon dioxide gas, which creates bubbles and a tingling sensation when consumed. This effervescence is a result of the dissolution of carbon dioxide under pressure, which is then released when the pressure is reduced, such as when a bottle or can is opened.

In Hungary, "szénseges" is frequently applied to mineral waters, sodas, and other alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. For example, a bottle of sparkling mineral water would be described as "szénseges víz," while a soda would be referred to as "szénseges üdítő." The level of carbonation can vary, and sometimes terms like "enyhén szénseges" (lightly carbonated) or "erősen szénseges" (highly carbonated) are used to specify the intensity of the fizziness. The presence of this characteristic is often a key feature that consumers look for in these types of beverages.