írásra

Írásra is a Hungarian grammatical form derived from the noun írás, meaning writing, script, or handwriting. The suffix -ra (and its variant -re) has multiple functions in Hungarian, including indicating direction toward a surface and, more broadly, marking purpose or intended use. When attached to írás, the form írásra is commonly used to express the idea of “for writing” or “intended for writing,” rather than serving as an independent lexical item.

Usage and meaning

In practice, írásra appears in noun phrases that describe purpose or suitability. Examples include phrases like írásra szánt eszközök (tools intended for writing) and írásra szolgáló toll (a pen for writing). In such contexts, írásra functions as the complement that signals the intended use of an object. The form is less common in literal spatial senses and more typical in attributive or predicative constructions that specify function.

Linguistic notes

Írásra is not a standalone word; it is a derivational form built on írás. It participates in modifiers and noun phrases alongside adjectives and verbs, contributing to clear statements about function. Common collocations illustrate its function, such as írásra alkalmas (suitable for writing) or írásra használható (usable for writing).

Contextual considerations

In Hungarian, the exact interpretation of írásra depends on context. When used to describe purpose, it aligns with other -ra/-re forms that denote intended use, rather than literal direction to a surface. As such, írásra frequently appears in educational, publishing, or office-related terminology, where distinguishing between writing tools and writing as an activity is important.