Language/Hungarian/Vocabulary/Count-to-10
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In this lesson, we will learn how to count from 1 to 10 in Hungarian. Counting is an essential part of any language, and with this lesson, you can start building a strong foundation for working with Hungarian numbers.
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The Basics[edit | edit source]
In Hungarian, numbers are based on a system of tens, and each number has a unique name. Let's take a look at the first 10 numbers in Hungarian:
Hungarian | Pronunciation | English |
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egy | [ÉÉ] | one |
kettĆ | [kÉtËĂžË] | two |
hĂĄrom | [haËrom] | three |
nĂ©gy | [neËÉ] | four |
öt | [Þt] | five |
hat | [hÉt] | six |
hĂ©t | [heËt] | seven |
nyolc | [ÉČoltÍĄs] | eight |
kilenc | [kilÉntÍĄs] | nine |
tĂz | [tiËs] | ten |
Note that Hungarian numbers are not difficult to learn, but they require precision in pronunciation. Practice pronouncing each one carefully.
Using Numbers in Hungarian[edit | edit source]
Let's practice using numbers in context. Here are some examples of how to use our numbers in everyday speech:
- Person 1: Egy kutya van az udvaron. (There is one dog in the yard)
- Person 2: KettĆ macska is van ott. (There are two cats there as well.)
- Person 1: HĂĄrom alma kell a sĂŒtihez. (We need three apples for the cake.)
- Person 2: Négy személy jön a vacsoråra. (Four people are coming for dinner.)
- Person 1: Ăt percet kĂ©rlek, hogy befejezzem. (Give me five minutes to finish.)
- Person 2: Hat Ăłrakor talĂĄlkozunk a parkban. (We meet at six o'clock in the park.)
- Person 1: HĂ©t nap mĂșlva megyĂŒnk a tengerpartra. (We are going to the seaside in seven days.)
- Person 2: Nyolc kĂŒlönbözĆ szĂnƱ ceruza van a dobozban. (There are eight different colored pencils in the box.)
- Person 1: Kilenc emeleten lakom. (I live on the ninth floor.)
- Person 2: TĂz tĂĄrgyat kell talĂĄlnunk a szobĂĄban. (We have to find ten objects in the room.)
Fun Fact[edit | edit source]
Hungarian numerals are unique as they have an implicit connection with the logic of how numbers are pronounced due to their structure. For example, 20 in Hungarian is is "huszon," 21 is "huszonegy," 22 is "huszonkettĆ," and so on. This structure is one of the reasons why Hungarian is known as a language that is associated with precise and logical thinking.
Practice Makes Perfect[edit | edit source]
To practice using Hungarian numbers, you can play games or download apps that include numbers. As mentioned earlier, counting is an essential part of any language, so time spent learning numbers is time well spent. You can try counting different objects in your environment, listen to Hungarian music, or watching Hungarian movies to reinforce your knowledge.
To improve your Hungarian Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
Sources[edit | edit source]
- Hungarian language lesson: Numbers and counting (1-20) â How to ...
- Learn the Hungarian Numbers in 9 Easy Steps (with Pronunciation ...
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Videos[edit | edit source]
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