Language/Hungarian/Vocabulary/Geography
Hi Hungarian learners! đ
In this lesson, we will explore Hungarian vocabulary related to geography. As a Hungarian language teacher with over 20 years of experience, I will illustrate the lesson with cultural information and interesting facts. Let's get started!
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Basic Geography Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Let's begin with some of the basic geography vocabulary in Hungarian:
| Hungarian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| földrajz | FĂL-drahy | geography |
| hegy | HEGE | mountain |
| folyĂł | FĆL-yoh | river |
| tĂł | toh | lake |
| sziget | SEE-get | island |
| vĂĄros | VA-rosh | city |
| falu | fah-loo | village |
To see these words in use, let's create a dialogue:
- Person 1: Szeretek a szigeteken nyaralni. (I love to vacation on islands.)
- Person 2: Ăn inkĂĄbb a tengerparton pihenek. (I prefer to relax on the seaside.)
Landforms in Hungary[edit | edit source]
Hungary is a country located in Central Europe, bordered by 7 countries. Here are a few Hungarian landforms and their Hungarian names:
| Hungarian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Alföld | AHL-föld | Great Hungarian Plain |
| DunĂĄntĂșli-közĂ©phegysĂ©g | DU-nahn-too-lee-KĂ-zay-phey-geesh | Transdanubian Mountains |
| BĂŒkk | BEWK | BĂŒkk Mountains |
| Balaton | BAH-la-tawn | Lake Balaton |
Fun fact: Lake Balaton is the largest lake in Central Europe and is known as the "Hungarian sea". It is a popular tourist destination for Hungarians and foreigners alike.
Let's put these words in context:
- Person 1: HallottĂĄl mĂĄr a BĂŒkk hegyrĆl? (Have you heard of the BĂŒkk Mountains?)
- Person 2: Igen, szĂ©p a panorĂĄma a hegytetĆrĆl. (Yes, the view from the mountaintop is beautiful.)
Hungarian Rivers[edit | edit source]
Hungary is also a country with many rivers. Here are some Hungarian river names:
| Hungarian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Duna | DU-nah | Danube |
| Tisza | TEE-sah | Tisza |
| DrĂĄva | DRAW-vah | Drava |
The Danube is the second-longest river in Europe and flows through 10 countries. The Tisza is also an important river in Hungary, flowing from Ukraine to Serbia.
Let's see these words in use:
- Person 1: Idén nyåron hajókiråndulåst tervezek a Dunån. (I'm planning a boat trip on the Danube this summer.)
- Person 2: RemĂ©lem, az idĆjĂĄrĂĄs is szĂ©p lesz. (I hope the weather will be nice too.)
Hungarian Cities[edit | edit source]
Hungary has several major cities, each with its own culture and history. Here are some Hungarian city names:
| Hungarian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Budapest | BOO-dah-pesht | Budapest |
| Debrecen | DEH-breh-tsehn | Debrecen |
| PĂ©cs | paych | PĂ©cs |
Budapest is the capital and the largest city in Hungary, known for its beautiful architecture, thermal baths, and vibrant nightlife. Debrecen and PĂ©cs are also important cultural centers.
Let's create a dialogue:
- Person 1: Melyik a kedvenc vĂĄrosod MagyarorszĂĄgon? (What is your favorite city in Hungary?)
- Person 2: A szĂvemhez legközelebb Debrecen ĂĄll. (Debrecen is closest to my heart.)
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
And that's it for this lesson on Hungarian geography vocabulary. To improve your Hungarian vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions! Don't forget to check out our Hungarian Vocabulary page for more words and phrases.
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