úraság

úraság is a Hungarian term that translates to "lordship" or "nobility" in English. In medieval Hungary, úraság referred to the feudal upper class, comprising the lords and nobles who held power and influence in the kingdom.

The úraság class was divided into different strata, with the highest rank being that of the magnates, who were responsible for governing large areas of the country. Below them were the smaller nobles, known as szolgáltatásjogosultak, who were also entitled to hold land and bear arms. At the lowest rung of the úraság social ladder were the szabad, or free men, who were considered to be below the nobility.

The úraság class played a crucial role in Hungarian politics and society during the Middle Ages. They were responsible for governing the country, fighting wars, and collecting taxes. In return, they received land and privileges from the king. However, as the centuries passed, the úraság class became increasingly divided and disunified, leading to a decline in their power and influence.

Today, the term úraság is primarily used in historical and academic contexts to refer to the Hungarian nobility of the Middle Ages. It is no longer used as a social title or indicator of status, as the feudal system and the úraság class itself have long been abolished. Nonetheless, the úraság remains an important part of Hungarian history and culture, providing valuable insights into the development of the country's social and political structures.