Language/Hungarian/Vocabulary/Drinks
Hi Hungarian learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn about the essential Hungarian vocabulary for drinks. Hungarian drinks have a rich history, and some of them have even become world-famous. With this lesson, you will be able to order drinks in a Hungarian bar or restaurant with ease.
Don't hesitate to look into these other pages after completing this lesson: Animals, Body, Count from 1 to 10 & Common Foods and Drinks.
Drinks in Hungary[edit | edit source]
Drinking is a crucial aspect of Hungarian culture. Hungarians enjoy their drinks, and drinking is almost always accompanied by food, conversation, and laughter. Many traditional Hungarian drinks are world-famous, such as Tokaji Aszú, Unicum, and Zwack.
Alcoholic Drinks[edit | edit source]
Let's start with the alcoholic beverages. Hungarian alcohol is famous for its quality and variety, and there are many local drinks to try. Be careful not to overdo it, though, especially with the strong spirits.
| Hungarian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| bor | bor | wine |
| pezsgő | pezsgő | champagne |
| sör | shör | beer |
| pálinka | paalinka | fruit brandy |
| Unicum | oonitsum | a herbal liqueur |
| Tokaji Aszú | to-kai ah-su | a sweet white wine |
| Zwack | svak | a herbal bitter |
Dialogue[edit | edit source]
- Person 1: Kérek egy pohár bort. (Can I have a glass of wine?)
- Person 2: Természetesen, milyen bort szeretne? (Of course, what kind of wine would you like?)
- Person 1: Egy pohár vörösbort, kérem. (A glass of red wine, please.)
- Person 2: Rendben van. (All right.)
- Person 1: Mit ajánl a ház söre közül? (What do you recommend from the house beers?)
- Person 2: Az arany, vagy a barna ale nagyon finom. (The Gold or the Brown Ale is very tasty.)
- Person 1: Kérek egy Unicumot. (Can I have an Unicum?)
- Person 2: Az Unicumot általában étkezés után isszák, mert segít megemészteni az ételt. (Unicum is usually drunk after meals as it helps with digestion.)
Non-Alcoholic Drinks[edit | edit source]
If you do not drink alcohol, do not worry, Hungarian non-alcoholic drinks are also delicious. Some of them can even be mixed with alcohol, such as the famous szörp.
| Hungarian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| víz | vees | water |
| tej | tey | milk |
| kóla | ko-la | coke |
| szörp | serp | fruit syrup |
| üdítő | üditő | soft drink |
Dialogue[edit | edit source]
- Person 1: Kérek egy pohár szörpöt. (Can I have a glass of fruit syrup?)
- Person 2: Milyen ízesítést kérsz? (What flavor would you like?)
- Person 1: Eperízt kérek. (Strawberry flavor, please.)
- Person 2: Rendben van. (All right.)
- Person 1: Van itt valamilyen üdítő? (Do you have any soft drinks here?)
- Person 2: Igen, van kóla, fanta, és sprite is. (Yes, we have Coke, Fanta, and Sprite.)
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
That's it for today's lesson. We hope you have found it useful and interesting. Remember, the best way to learn Hungarian is to use it in practice. To improve your Hungarian find native speakers and ask them any questions. Do not forget to check out our Hungarian vocabulary section to learn more words and phrases. Köszönöm a figyelmet! (Thank you for your attention!)
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Sources[edit | edit source]
- Essential Hungarian Vocabulary For Talking about Drinks
- Hungarian language practice game: food and drinks words
- Drink vocabulary in Hungarian