Értelemszeren

értelemszeren is a Hungarian adverb that is rarely attested in standard usage and is generally regarded as nonstandard or mistaken in most linguistic references. In practice, it is thought to be a misspelling or regional variant of two well-established forms: értelemszerűen and értelemszerint. The standard forms carry clear meanings in formal Hungarian: értelemszerűen means “logically, as dictated by the sense; in a way that follows from what was stated,” while értelemszerint means “in accordance with the meaning or intent; accordingly.” These forms are commonly used in formal, analytical, or argumentative writing to indicate conclusions that follow from prior statements or agreed rules.

The etymology of értelemszeren is not documented in reputable dictionaries, and its exact formation remains unclear. Because it lacks established status, most editors and style guides would substitute the standard expressions értelemszerűen or értelemszerint, depending on the intended sense. In practice, encountering értelemszeren is more likely the result of a typographical error or a regional spelling variant than a recognized, independent entry in the language.

Usage notes: When encountered in a text, értelemszeren should be treated with suspicion and typically replaced by értelemszerűen or értelemszerint to preserve clarity and grammatical correctness. The sentence meaning—whether it should signal logical consequence or adherence to an intended meaning—will guide which standard form is appropriate.

See also: értelemszerűen, értelemszerint, Hungarian adverbs, Hungarian linguistics.