írásához

"írásához" is the Hungarian word for "for writing" or "to write." It is the dative case of the infinitive form of the verb "írni," which means "to write." The suffix "-hoz" is a dative suffix in Hungarian that indicates direction or purpose. Therefore, "írásához" literally translates to "to the writing" or "for the purpose of writing."

This grammatical form is used in various contexts to express the reason or intention behind an action. For example, one might say "elmentem a boltba írásához" which translates to "I went to the store for writing supplies." Here, "írásához" indicates the purpose of the trip. Another example could be "szüksége van egy tollra írásához," meaning "he/she needs a pen for writing." In this instance, it clarifies what the pen is intended for.

The structure of Hungarian grammar, with its extensive use of suffixes to convey grammatical relationships, makes it distinct from many other European languages. Understanding the function of suffixes like "-hoz" is crucial for comprehending Hungarian sentence construction and meaning. "írásához" exemplifies how a single word can encapsulate a prepositional phrase and an infinitive verb in English. It is a common and versatile expression used in everyday Hungarian.