övként

övként is a Hungarian suffix that attaches to a noun to express that the noun is used in a particular capacity, role, or identity. It corresponds to the English “as” or “in the role of.” The suffix -ként is productive with many nouns, including occupations, roles, or objects, and can be used with proper names for emphasis. When combined with the word öv, the result övként means “as a belt.”

Usage and function: The suffix typically follows the base noun and marks the function in which the subject acts. It is commonly used in statements about occupation, status, or purpose, for example tanárként (as a teacher), orvosként (as a doctor), vezetőként (as a leader). It can also appear in sentences that describe how an item is used, such as övként viselni or használni (to wear or use as a belt).

Examples:

- Ezt a pántot övként viseljük. (We wear this strap as a belt.)

- A ruhához egy fekete övet viselnek övként. (They wear a black belt as an accessory for the dress.)

- Ő tanárként dolgozik. (She works as a teacher.)

Notes: The -ként suffix is a general tool in Hungarian for expressing function, role, or identity and is used across a wide range of nouns, not only for physical objects like öv. Its meaning is subtle and context-dependent, often distinguishing “in the capacity of” from other relational phrases.