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HungarianGrammar0 to A1 Course → Adjectives and Adverbs → Adverbs of Time and Frequency

As a native Hungarian language speaker and teacher of 20 years, I am excited to introduce you to the world of Hungarian adverbs of time and frequency. In this lesson, we will walk through the different adverbs you can use to convey time and frequency in Hungarian. Adverbs of time are important because they help to make your sentences more precise, while adverbs of frequency tell us how often something happens. Mastering the use of these adverbs will help you better understand spoken and written Hungarian and will enable you to communicate more efficiently in daily conversations.


Don't miss the chance to check out these pages as you wrap up this lesson: Comparisons and superlatives & Pronouns and possessives.

What Are Adverbs of Time and Frequency?

Let's start by understanding the difference between adverbs of time and adverbs of frequency.

Adverbs of time are used to describe when an action occurs. They can be specific, such as "today" or "now," or more general, such as "often" or "usually."

Adverbs of frequency are used to describe how often an action occurs. They can be specific, such as "once a week," or more general, such as "always" or "never."

By knowing these adverbs, you can convey a more accurate description of events or actions, making your communication in Hungarian clearer and more effective. So, without further ado, let's dive into some of the most common Hungarian adverbs of time and frequency!

Adverbs of Time

Below are some of the most common adverbs of time in Hungarian, along with their English translations.

Hungarian Pronunciation English Translation
ma today
holnap holnɒp tomorrow
tegnap tɛgnɒp yesterday
idén idɛːn this year
tavaly tɒvɒj last year
holnapután holnɒputaːn the day after tomorrow
a múlt héten ɒ muːlt heːtɛn last week
az előbb ɒz ɛløbː earlier
most moʃt now
majd mɒjd later
akkor ɒkːor then
hétfőn heːtfoːn on Monday
pénteken peːntɛkɛn on Friday

Remember that adverbs of time can refer to the past, present, or future. For example, "tegnap" (yesterday) refers to the past, "most" (now) refers to the present, and "holnap" (tomorrow) refers to the future.

Adverbs of Frequency

Now that we know some common adverbs of time, let's take a look at some adverbs of frequency.

Hungarian Pronunciation English Translation
mindig mindig always
soha ʃohɒ never
gyakran dʒɒkrɒn often
ritkán ritkaːn rarely
általában ɑːltɑlaːbɑn usually
időnként idønkɛnt sometimes
egyszer ɛɟsɛr once
többször tøbbsør several times

Adverbs of frequency give us an idea of how often something happens. Whether you want to say that you always drink coffee in the morning or that you never eat meat, adverbs of frequency are essential to accurately convey your message.

Using Adverbs of Time and Frequency in Sentences

Now that we have talked about the most common adverbs of time and frequency in Hungarian, let's practice using them in sentences!

- Ma nagyon elfoglalt vagyok. (I am very busy today.) - Az előbb láttam Pétert a boltban. (I saw Peter earlier at the store.) - Szerdánként futok a parkban. (I run in the park on Wednesdays.) - Mindig reggelente kávét iszom. (I always drink coffee in the morning.) - Nem szívesen eszem valami újat. Ritkán kóstolok meg ismeretlen ételeket. (I don't like to eat new things. I rarely try unfamiliar foods.)

Remember, when forming Hungarian sentences, the word order is typically subject-verb-object. So, in the example "Ma nagyon elfoglalt vagyok" (I am very busy today), the word order is "I today very busy am." By learning these adverbs and understanding the sentence structure in Hungarian, you will be able to form more accurate and descriptive sentences that will enable smooth communication with native speakers.

Conclusion

Adverbs of time and frequency are important components of any language. By adding these adverbs to your vocabulary, you can improve your communication skills and convey accurate information. Now that you know the most common Hungarian adverbs of time and frequency, try using them in your daily Hungarian conversations! Remember: practice makes perfect.

I hope this lesson was helpful, and I wish you all the best on your journey to mastering the Hungarian language. Köszönöm a figyelmet! (Thank you for your attention!)


Finished this lesson? Check out these related lessons: Verbs and tenses & Adjectives.

Table of Contents - Hungarian Course - 0 to A1


Greetings and Introductions


Pronouns and Verb Conjugation


Numbers and Time


Questions and Negation


Family and Relationships


Adjectives and Adverbs


Food and Dining


Prepositions and Location


Travel and Transportation


Hungarian Customs and Traditions


Possessive Pronouns and Plurals


Hobbies and Leisure Activities


Hungarian History and Geography

Other Lessons

Sources


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