Language/Hungarian/Vocabulary/Education
Hi Hungarian learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will dive into the world of education and learn the Hungarian vocabulary related to it. Let's get started! Don't forget to use Polyglot Club to practice with native speakers and improve your skills. Find native speakers and ask them any questions you might have.
Basic education[edit | edit source]
Let's start with the basics. In Hungary, primary education is mandatory and lasts for 8 years. Here is the basic vocabulary you need to know:
| Hungarian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| ábécé | [aːbeːt͡seː] | alphabet |
| olvasás | [olvaʃaːʃ] | reading |
| írás | [iːraːʃ] | writing |
| számolás | [saːmolaaʃ] | math |
| rajz | [raʒ] | art |
- Person 1: Elkezdődött az új tanév! (<translation in English>: The new school year has started!)
- Person 2: Igen, izgalmas lesz az ABC tanulása. (<translation in English>: Yes, learning the alphabet will be exciting.)
Secondary education[edit | edit source]
After completing primary education, students can choose to continue their secondary education in a general or vocational school. The following vocabulary will come in handy:
| Hungarian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| történelem | [tœrteːnelem] | history |
| biológia | [bioːloɡiɑ] | biology |
| kémia | [keːmiɑ] | chemistry |
| fizika | [fizikɑ] | physics |
| földrajz | [føldrɑz] | geography |
- Person 1: Milyen tantárgyakat választasz az új iskoládban? (<translation in English>: What subjects will you choose in your new school?)
- Person 2: Az én kedvencem a történelem és a kémia. (<translation in English>: My favorites are history and chemistry.)
Higher education[edit | edit source]
Hungary has a great higher education system and offers a wide range of courses and degrees, including bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees. Here is the vocabulary you need to know:
| Hungarian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| diplomás | [diplomaːʃ] | graduate |
| doktori fokozat | [doktori foːkozɑt] | doctoral degree |
| rektor | [rɛktor] | rector |
| dékán | [deːkaːn] | dean |
| előadás | [ɛløaːdaːʃ] | lecture |
- Person 1: Azt tervezed, hogy PhD-t szerzel? (<translation in English>: Are you planning to get a PhD?)
- Person 2: Igen, nagyon érdekel az egyetemi kutatás és szeretnék professzor lenni. (<translation in English>: Yes, I'm very interested in university research, and I want to become a professor.)
Fun facts[edit | edit source]
- The oldest university in Hungary, the University of Pécs, was founded in 1367. - Hungary has a high literacy rate of 99.1%. - The Hungarian language has a unique alphabet consisting of 44 letters, including 14 vowels and 30 consonants.
Sources[edit | edit source]
- Tobo: Hungarian Vocabulary on the App Store
- Hungarian - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com
- Learn Hungarian Vocabulary HH on the App Store
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