válasszák

Valasszák is a form of the Hungarian verb választani, meaning to choose. It is the third-person plural form in the conjunctive mood (kötőmód), present tense, and is used to express a wish, obligation, or indirect command: essentially “let them choose” or “they should choose.” This form appears mainly in formal or administrative language, as opposed to everyday speech where other constructions are more common (for example, válasszátok ki, or egyszerűen válasszátok).

In usage, válasszák typically occurs in subordinate clauses, often following verbs of suggestion, reporting, or instruction, or after introductory phrases in legal, official, or procedural texts. It can convey recommendation, permission, or a directive directed at a plural subject.

Examples:

- A bizottság szerint válasszák ki a nyertest a javasolt jelöltek közül.

- A feladat az, hogy válasszák ki a legmegfelelőbb megoldást.

Distinguishing it from a related form is helpful: válasszák is the conjunctive mood, whereas választják is the indicative present form meaning “they choose.” The two forms differ in mood and nuance: válasszák expresses non-factual or non-direct instruction, while választják states a straightforward, factual action.

Etymology and morphology: válasszák is built from a stem derived from választani (to choose) plus a suffix that marks the third-person plural conjunctive form. The exact spelling reflects Hungarian phonology and vowel harmony rules, producing válasszák rather than a hypothetical form like válaszák.