Language/Hungarian/Vocabulary/Numbers-1-100
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
In this lesson, we will delve into the world of Hungarian numbers from 1 to 100. Numbers are an essential part of any language, and learning them will greatly enhance your ability to communicate in Hungarian. We will practice the pronunciation of each number and explore their usage in various contexts, such as counting, shopping, and telling ages. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid foundation in Hungarian numbers and be able to confidently use them in everyday conversations.
Hungarian Numbers 1-10[edit | edit source]
Let's start with the basics. In Hungarian, the numbers from 1 to 10 have their own unique names. Familiarizing yourself with these numbers is crucial, as they form the building blocks for larger numbers. Here are the Hungarian numbers from 1 to 10:
Hungarian | Pronunciation | English Translation |
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egy | [ɛɟ] | one |
kettő | ['kɛtːøː] | two |
három | ['haːrom] | three |
négy | ['neːɟ] | four |
öt | ['øt] | five |
hat | ['hɒt] | six |
hét | ['heːt] | seven |
nyolc | ['ɲolt͡s] | eight |
kilenc | ['kilɛnt͡s] | nine |
tíz | ['tiːz] | ten |
Make sure to pay attention to the pronunciation of each number, as Hungarian has its own unique sounds that may differ from your native language. Practice saying each number aloud to familiarize yourself with the correct pronunciation.
Hungarian Numbers 11-20[edit | edit source]
Building upon the foundation of the numbers 1 to 10, let's move on to the numbers 11 to 20. In Hungarian, these numbers are formed by combining the word for "ten" (tíz) with the individual numbers. Here are the Hungarian numbers from 11 to 20:
Hungarian | Pronunciation | English Translation |
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tizenegy | ['tit͡sɛnɛɟ] | eleven |
tizenkettő | ['tit͡sɛnkɛtːøː] | twelve |
tizenhárom | ['tit͡sɛnhaːrom] | thirteen |
tizennégy | ['tit͡sɛneːɟ] | fourteen |
tizenöt | ['tit͡sɛnøt] | fifteen |
tizenhat | ['tit͡sɛnhat] | sixteen |
tizenhét | ['tit͡sɛnheːt] | seventeen |
tizennyolc | ['tit͡sɛɲolt͡s] | eighteen |
tizenkilenc | ['tit͡sɛnkilɛnt͡s] | nineteen |
húsz | ['huːs] | twenty |
Notice that the word "tíz" (ten) is combined with the individual numbers to form the numbers 11 to 19. However, the number 20 (húsz) stands on its own as a separate word.
Hungarian Numbers 21-100[edit | edit source]
Now that we have covered the numbers from 1 to 20, let's move on to the larger numbers from 21 to 100. In Hungarian, these numbers are formed by combining the words for the tens (húsz, harminc, negyven, etc.) with the individual numbers. Here are the Hungarian numbers from 21 to 100:
Hungarian | Pronunciation | English Translation |
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huszonegy | ['husonɛɟ] | twenty-one |
huszonkettő | ['husonkɛtːøː] | twenty-two |
huszonhárom | ['husonhaːrom] | twenty-three |
huszonnégy | ['husonːɛɟ] | twenty-four |
huszonöt | ['husonøt] | twenty-five |
huszonhat | ['husonhat] | twenty-six |
huszonhét | ['husonheːt] | twenty-seven |
huszonnyolc | ['husonɲolt͡s] | twenty-eight |
huszonkilenc | ['husonkilɛnt͡s] | twenty-nine |
harminc | ['hɒrminʦ] | thirty |
harmincegy | ['hɒrminʦɛɟ] | thirty-one |
negyven | ['nɛɟvɛn] | forty |
negyvenkettő | ['nɛɟvɛnkɛtːøː] | forty-two |
ötven | ['øtvɛn] | fifty |
hatvan | ['hɒtʋɒn] | sixty |
hetven | ['hɛtʋɛn] | seventy |
nyolcvan | ['ɲolt͡sʋɒn] | eighty |
kilencven | ['kilɛnt͡sʋɛn] | ninety |
száz | ['saːz] | one hundred |
As you can see, the pattern of combining the tens with the individual numbers continues for the numbers 21 to 99. The word "száz" (one hundred) is used for the number 100.
Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]
Numbers play a significant role in Hungarian culture, just as they do in many other cultures. However, there are a few interesting cultural insights and historical reasons that are worth exploring.
One interesting aspect of Hungarian numbers is the influence of the ancient Magyar numbering system. The ancient Magyars, the ancestors of modern-day Hungarians, had a unique numbering system that was based on twenty. This influence can be seen in the Hungarian word for twenty, "húsz," which is distinct from the other numbers.
Additionally, Hungarian numbers have a unique structure when it comes to counting. In Hungarian, numbers are counted in reverse order compared to many other languages. For example, instead of saying "four and twenty," as in English, Hungarians say "twenty and four" ("huszon-négy"). This structure is rooted in the historical influence of German and Slavic languages on Hungarian, which also count in this manner.
Exercises[edit | edit source]
Now that we have covered the Hungarian numbers from 1 to 100, let's put your knowledge to the test with some exercises. Practice saying the following numbers aloud and try to form sentences using them:
1. tíz 2. harmincöt 3. tizenhét 4. negyvenkilenc 5. hatvanegy
Solutions: 1. tíz - ten 2. harmincöt - thirty-five 3. tizenhét - seventeen 4. negyvenkilenc - forty-nine 5. hatvanegy - sixty-one
Now, let's move on to a more practical exercise. Imagine you are shopping in Hungary and you want to buy the following items. Practice saying the prices in Hungarian:
1. A shirt for 25,000 forints. 2. A pair of shoes for 75,000 forints. 3. A book for 3,500 forints. 4. A bottle of water for 150 forints.
Solutions: 1. Egy ing 25 000 forintért. 2. Egy pár cipő 75 000 forintért. 3. Egy könyv 3 500 forintért. 4. Egy üveg víz 150 forintért.
Feel free to create your own exercises and practice using Hungarian numbers in different contexts.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Congratulations! You have successfully learned the Hungarian numbers from 1 to 100. This knowledge will greatly enhance your ability to communicate in Hungarian, whether you are counting, shopping, or telling ages. Keep practicing the pronunciation and usage of these numbers to solidify your understanding. In the next lesson, we will explore how to tell time in Hungarian. Keep up the great work!
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