tisztázzuk

Tisztázzuk is a Hungarian verb form meaning “let us clarify” or “shall we clarify.” It functions as a hortative or optative mood, used to propose a joint action, and corresponds to the first-person plural present of the verb tisztázni, which means to clarify, settle, or explain.

The form tisztázzuk is created from the stem tisztáz- and the suffix -zzuk, yielding the 1st person plural form that invites collaborative clarification. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in conversations, meetings, and written discussions where common understanding is sought and ambiguity needs to be reduced.

Usage and nuance: tisztázzuk is typically employed to initiate a process of clarification regarding terms, definitions, roles, or premises. Examples include tisztázzuk a fogalmakat (let us clarify the concepts), tisztázzuk a feladatokat (let us clarify the tasks), or tisztázzuk, mit értünk az adott kifejezésen (let us clarify what we mean by the given term). The phrase signals cooperation and a constructive approach to avoid misunderstandings, rather than issuing a directive.

Related forms include tisztázni (to clarify) in other persons and tenses, such as tisztázok or tisztáztam, which correspond to different subjects and moods. The expression is widely understood in contemporary Hungarian and appears in academic, media, and everyday discourse.