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Welcome to our lesson on '''Hungarian Verbs and Tenses'''! Understanding verbs and their tenses is crucial in mastering any language, and Hungarian is no exception. Verbs help us convey actions, express time, and share experiences. In this lesson, we'll explore how to navigate the different tenses used in Hungarian, enabling you to express yourself more clearly and effectively.
This lesson will cover:


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* The importance of verbs and tenses in Hungarian.
 
* An overview of the present, past, and future tenses.
 
* Detailed examples to illustrate the usage of each tense.
 
* Practice exercises to reinforce your understanding.
 
So, let’s dive in!


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As a Hungarian language teacher with 20 years of experience, I can safely say that verbs and tenses are some of the most crucial aspects of the Hungarian language. In this lesson, you will discover the different Hungarian tenses and how to use them to express past, present, or future actions.  
=== The Importance of Verbs and Tenses ===
 
Verbs are the backbone of any sentence. They tell us what action is taking place, who is performing it, and when it is happening. In Hungarian, the verb system is rich and nuanced, allowing speakers to convey precise meanings through various tenses.
 
Understanding the tenses is essential because:
 
* '''Present Tense''' allows you to describe actions occurring now or regularly.
 
* '''Past Tense''' helps you discuss events that have already happened.
 
* '''Future Tense''' enables you to talk about actions that will occur.
 
Mastering these tenses will not only enhance your communication skills but also deepen your understanding of Hungarian culture and everyday life.
 
=== Overview of Tenses ===
 
In Hungarian, there are three primary tenses:
 
1. '''Present Tense (Jelen idő)'''
 
2. '''Past Tense (Múlt idő)'''
 
3. '''Future Tense (Jövő idő)'''
 
Let's explore each of them in detail.
 
==== Present Tense (Jelen idő) ====
 
The present tense is used to describe actions that are currently happening or general truths. In Hungarian, present tense verbs are conjugated based on the subject pronoun.
 
''Conjugation Pattern:''
 
Here are the personal pronouns and their corresponding present tense verb endings:
 
| Personal Pronoun | Ending |


|------------------|--------|


<span link>Once you've mastered this lesson, take a look at these related pages: [[Language/Hungarian/Grammar/Conditional-Mood|Conditional Mood]] & [[Language/Hungarian/Grammar/Personal-Pronouns|Personal Pronouns]].</span>
| én (I)          | -ok/-ek/-ök |
== Verbs in Hungarian ==
In Hungarian, verbs are tricky because their endings can change based on the tense, mood, and person of the sentence. Unlike in English or other languages, the Hungarian verb stays in the infinitive form, so you must add suffixes to the base form to indicate the tenses.


Here are some examples:
| te (you, singular) | -sz |
 
| ő (he/she/it)    | -ik |
 
| mi (we)          | -unk/-ünk |
 
| ti (you, plural) | -tok/-tek/-tök |
 
| ők (they)        | -nak/-nek |
 
''Example Verbs:''


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Hungarian !! Pronunciation !! English
! Hungarian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| Szeretni || /'sɛrɛtni/ || To love
 
| írok || ˈiːrok || I write
 
|-
 
| írsz || ˈiːrs || you (singular) write
 
|-
 
| ír || iːr || he/she/it writes
 
|-
 
| írunk || ˈiːrunɡ || we write
 
|-
|-
| Eszik || /'eʃik/ || To eat
 
| írtok || ˈiːrtok || you (plural) write
 
|-
|-
| Beszél || /'bɛse̝ːl/ || To speak
 
| írnak || ˈiːrnɑk || they write
 
|}
|}


As you can notice, the suffixes indicating the verb tense have been added to the base form of the verb.
==== Past Tense (Múlt idő) ====


== The Hungarian Tenses ==
The past tense describes actions that have already occurred. In Hungarian, the past tense is formed by adding specific endings to the verb stem.
The Hungarian language has four main tenses: Present, Past Continuous, Future, and Past Definite.  


=== Present Tense ===
''Conjugation Pattern:''
The present tense indicates an action happening in the present. In Hungarian, the present tense is quite simple. Just add the personal ending to the stem of the verb, depending on the person.


Example:
| Personal Pronoun | Ending |
 
|------------------|--------|
 
| én (I)          | -tam/-tem |
 
| te (you, singular) | -tál/-tél |
 
| ő (he/she/it)    | -t |
 
| mi (we)          | -tunk/-tünk |
 
| ti (you, plural) | -tatok/-tettetek |
 
| ők (they)        | -tak/-tek |
 
''Example Verbs:''


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Person !! Verb
 
! Hungarian !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| írtam || ˈiːrtɒm || I wrote
 
|-
 
| írtál || ˈiːrtɒl || you (singular) wrote
 
|-
|-
| Én (I) || Szeretem (I love)
 
| írt || iːrt || he/she/it wrote
 
|-
|-
| Te (You) || Szereted (You love)
 
| írtunk || ˈiːrtunk || we wrote
 
|-
|-
| Ő (He/She) || Szereti (He/She loves)
 
| írtatok || ˈiːrtɒtok || you (plural) wrote
 
|-
 
| írtak || ˈiːrtɑk || they wrote
 
|}
|}


=== Past Continuous Tense ===
==== Future Tense (Jövő idő) ====
The Past Continuous tense in Hungarian indicates that an action was happening in the past, but it was not completed. To form the Past Continuous tense in Hungarian, use the imperfect form of the verb <i>volt</i> (was/were) and add the present participle of the main verb.


Example:
The future tense expresses actions that will happen. It is formed using verb prefixes and specific endings.
 
''Conjugation Pattern:''
 
| Personal Pronoun | Ending |
 
|------------------|--------|
 
| én (I)          | -ni fogok |
 
| te (you, singular) | -ni fogsz |
 
| ő (he/she/it)    | -ni fog |
 
| mi (we)          | -ni fogunk |
 
| ti (you, plural) | -ni fogtok |
 
| ők (they)        | -ni fognak |
 
''Example Verbs:''


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Person !! Verb
 
! Hungarian !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
|-
| Én (I) || Szerettem (I was loving)
 
| fogok írni || ˈfoɡok ˈiːrni || I will write
 
|-
|-
| Te (You) || Szerettél (You were loving)
 
| fogsz írni || ˈfoɡsz ˈiːrni || you (singular) will write
 
|-
|-
| Ő (He/She) || Szeretett (He/She was loving)
 
| fog írni || ˈfoɡ ˈiːrni || he/she/it will write
 
|-
 
| fogunk írni || ˈfoɡunk ˈiːrni || we will write
 
|-
 
| fogtok írni || ˈfoɡtok ˈiːrni || you (plural) will write
 
|-
 
| fognak írni || ˈfoɡnɑk ˈiːrni || they will write
 
|}
|}


=== Future Tense ===
=== Practice Exercises ===
The future tense is used to indicate an event that will happen in the future. To form the future tense in Hungarian, use the word <i>fog</i> (will) and add the present tense of the main verb without the personal ending.
 
To solidify your understanding of Hungarian verbs and tenses, here are some exercises for you to complete.
 
=== Exercise 1: Present Tense Conjugation ===
 
Conjugate the following verbs in the present tense for each personal pronoun:
 
1. '''tanulni''' (to learn)
 
2. '''olvasni''' (to read)


Example:
''Solution:''


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Person !! Verb
 
! Hungarian !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
|-
| Én (I) || Szeretni fogok (I will love)
 
| tanulok || ˈtɒnulok || I learn
 
|-
|-
| Te (You) || Szeretni fogsz (You will love)
 
| tanulsz || ˈtɒnulsz || you (singular) learn
 
|-
|-
| Ő (He/She) || Szeretni fog (He/She will love)
 
| tanul || ˈtɒnul || he/she/it learns
 
|-
 
| tanulunk || ˈtɒnulunk || we learn
 
|-
 
| tanultok || ˈtɒnultok || you (plural) learn
 
|-
 
| tanulnak || ˈtɒnulnɑk || they learn
 
|}
|}


=== Past Definite Tense ===
{| class="wikitable"
The past definite tense indicates a completed action in the past. To form the past definite tense in Hungarian, use the suffix -t/-tt/-ott/-ett, depending on the verb group, and add the personal ending.


Example:
! Hungarian !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| olvasok || ˈolvɒsok || I read
 
|-
 
| olvasol || ˈolvɒsol || you (singular) read
 
|-
 
| olvas || ˈolvɒs || he/she/it reads
 
|-
 
| olvasunk || ˈolvɒsunk || we read
 
|-
 
| olvastok || ˈolvɒstok || you (plural) read
 
|-
 
| olvasnak || ˈolvɒsnɑk || they read
 
|}
 
=== Exercise 2: Past Tense Conjugation ===
 
Conjugate the following verbs in the past tense for each personal pronoun:
 
1. '''tanulni''' (to learn)
 
2. '''olvasni''' (to read)
 
''Solution:''


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Person !! Verb
 
! Hungarian !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| tanultam || ˈtɒnultam || I learned
 
|-
 
| tanultál || ˈtɒnultɒl || you (singular) learned
 
|-
 
| tanult || ˈtɒnult || he/she/it learned
 
|-
|-
| Én (I) || Szerettem (I loved)
 
| tanultunk || ˈtɒnultunk || we learned
 
|-
|-
| Te (You) || Szerettél (You loved)
 
| tanultatok || ˈtɒnultɒtok || you (plural) learned
 
|-
|-
| Ő (He/She) || Szerette (He/She loved)
 
| tanultak || ˈtɒnultɑk || they learned
 
|}
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Hungarian !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| olvastam || ˈolvɒstɒm || I read (past)
 
|-
 
| olvastál || ˈolvɒstɒl || you (singular) read (past)
 
|-
 
| olvasott || ˈolvɒsott || he/she/it read (past)
 
|-
 
| olvastunk || ˈolvɒstunk || we read (past)
 
|-
 
| olvastatok || ˈolvɒstatok || you (plural) read (past)
 
|-
 
| olvastak || ˈolvɒstɑk || they read (past)
 
|}
|}


== Conclusion ==
=== Exercise 3: Future Tense Conjugation ===
In this lesson, you have learned about the Hungarian verb structure and the four main tenses used in the Hungarian language. The purpose of Hungarian grammar is to help you express yourself correctly, so when you are using these tenses, pay attention to the context of the sentence as well as the person and tense indications.  
 
Conjugate the following verbs in the future tense for each personal pronoun:
 
1. '''tanulni''' (to learn)
 
2. '''olvasni''' (to read)
 
''Solution:''
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Hungarian !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| fogok tanulni || ˈfoɡok ˈtɒnulni || I will learn
 
|-
 
| fogsz tanulni || ˈfoɡsz ˈtɒnulni || you (singular) will learn
 
|-
 
| fog tanulni || ˈfoɡ ˈtɒnulni || he/she/it will learn
 
|-
 
| fogunk tanulni || ˈfoɡunk ˈtɒnulni || we will learn
 
|-
 
| fogtok tanulni || ˈfoɡtok ˈtɒnulni || you (plural) will learn
 
|-
 
| fognak tanulni || ˈfoɡnɑk ˈtɒnulni || they will learn
 
|}
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Hungarian !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| fogok olvasni || ˈfoɡok ˈolvɒsni || I will read
 
|-
 
| fogsz olvasni || ˈfoɡsz ˈolvɒsni || you (singular) will read
 
|-
 
| fog olvasni || ˈfoɡ ˈolvɒsni || he/she/it will read
 
|-
 
| fogunk olvasni || ˈfoɡunk ˈolvɒsni || we will read
 
|-
 
| fogtok olvasni || ˈfoɡtok ˈolvɒsni || you (plural) will read
 
|-
 
| fognak olvasni || ˈfoɡnɑk ˈolvɒsni || they will read
 
|}
 
=== Exercise 4: Fill in the Blanks ===
 
Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verb in parentheses.
 
1. Én ______ (tanulni) magyarul.
 
2. Ő ______ (olvasni) egy könyvet.
 
3. Mi ______ (tanulni) a múlt időt.
 
4. Ti ______ (olvasni) jó könyveket.
 
5. Ők ______ (tanulni) a jövőt.
 
''Solution:''
 
1. Én '''tanulok''' magyarul.
 
2. Ő '''olvassa''' egy könyvet.
 
3. Mi '''tudtuk''' a múlt időt.
 
4. Ti '''olvassátok''' jó könyveket.
 
5. Ők '''fognak tanulni''' a jövőt.
 
=== Exercise 5: Translate the Sentences ===
 
Translate the following sentences into Hungarian.
 
1. I will read a book.
 
2. They learned yesterday.
 
3. You write very well.
 
''Solution:''
 
1. '''Fogok olvasni egy könyvet.'''
 
2. '''Tegnap tanultak.'''
 
3. '''Nagyon jól írsz.'''
 
=== Exercise 6: Verb Matching ===
 
Match the verb to its correct tense:
 
1. írok
 
2. írtál
 
3. fogok írni
 
4. tanult
 
5. olvastam
 
''Solution:''


Remember, practice makes perfect! Try to create your own sentences using verbs in different tenses. You will find that the more you practice, the more comfortable you will become with Hungarian verb conjugation.
1. írok - Present


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2. írtál - Past
==Sources==
 
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hungarian_verbs Hungarian verbs - Wikipedia]
3. fogok írni - Future
* [https://www.hungarianpod101.com/blog/2020/10/05/hungarian-conjugations/ A Beginner-Friendly Guide to Hungarian Verb Conjugation]
 
* [http://www.hungarianreference.com/Verbs/Past-tense-ott.aspx The Hungarian past tense [HungarianReference.com > Grammar ...]
4. tanult - Past
 
5. olvastam - Past
 
=== Exercise 7: Sentence Creation ===
 
Create sentences using the following verbs in different tenses:
 
1. '''tanulni'''
 
2. '''olvasni'''
 
''Solution:''
 
1. Present: '''Én tanulok magyarul.''' (I am learning Hungarian.)
 
Past: '''Tegnap tanultam magyarul.''' (I learned Hungarian yesterday.)
 
Future: '''Holnap fogok tanulni.''' (I will learn tomorrow.)
 
2. Present: '''Ő olvas egy könyvet.''' (He/She is reading a book.)
 
Past: '''Ő olvasott egy könyvet.''' (He/She read a book.)
 
Future: '''Ő fog olvasni egy könyvet.''' (He/She will read a book.)
 
=== Exercise 8: Identify the Tense ===
 
Identify the tense of the following sentences:
 
1. Én olvastam tegnap.
 
2. Ők tanulnak most.
 
3. Te fogsz tanulni.
 
''Solution:''
 
1. Past
 
2. Present
 
3. Future
 
=== Exercise 9: Conjugation Challenge ===
 
Conjugate the verb '''menni''' (to go) in all three tenses for the pronoun "mi" (we).
 
''Solution:''
 
Present: '''megyünk''' (we go) 
 
Past: '''mentünk''' (we went) 
 
Future: '''fogunk menni''' (we will go)
 
=== Exercise 10: Create a Dialogue ===
 
Write a short dialogue between two people using all three tenses.
 
''Solution:''
 
Person A: '''Tegnap tanultam magyarul.''' (I learned Hungarian yesterday.) 
 
Person B: '''Most tanulsz?''' (Are you learning now?) 
 
Person A: '''Igen, írok egy szöveget.''' (Yes, I am writing a text.) 
 
Person B: '''Holnap fogok olvasni.''' (I will read tomorrow.)


Congratulations on completing the lesson on Hungarian verbs and tenses! Remember, practice makes perfect. Keep using the verbs and tenses in your conversations, and you’ll become more comfortable over time.


<span link>Well done on mastering this lesson! Don't miss these related pages to expand your knowledge: [[Language/Hungarian/Grammar/Forming-Plurals|Forming Plurals]] & [[Language/Hungarian/Grammar/Questions|Questions]].</span>
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Hungarian → Grammar → 0 to A1 Course → Verbs and tenses

Welcome to our lesson on Hungarian Verbs and Tenses! Understanding verbs and their tenses is crucial in mastering any language, and Hungarian is no exception. Verbs help us convey actions, express time, and share experiences. In this lesson, we'll explore how to navigate the different tenses used in Hungarian, enabling you to express yourself more clearly and effectively.

This lesson will cover:

  • The importance of verbs and tenses in Hungarian.
  • An overview of the present, past, and future tenses.
  • Detailed examples to illustrate the usage of each tense.
  • Practice exercises to reinforce your understanding.

So, let’s dive in!

The Importance of Verbs and Tenses[edit | edit source]

Verbs are the backbone of any sentence. They tell us what action is taking place, who is performing it, and when it is happening. In Hungarian, the verb system is rich and nuanced, allowing speakers to convey precise meanings through various tenses.

Understanding the tenses is essential because:

  • Present Tense allows you to describe actions occurring now or regularly.
  • Past Tense helps you discuss events that have already happened.
  • Future Tense enables you to talk about actions that will occur.

Mastering these tenses will not only enhance your communication skills but also deepen your understanding of Hungarian culture and everyday life.

Overview of Tenses[edit | edit source]

In Hungarian, there are three primary tenses:

1. Present Tense (Jelen idő)

2. Past Tense (Múlt idő)

3. Future Tense (Jövő idő)

Let's explore each of them in detail.

Present Tense (Jelen idő)[edit | edit source]

The present tense is used to describe actions that are currently happening or general truths. In Hungarian, present tense verbs are conjugated based on the subject pronoun.

Conjugation Pattern:

Here are the personal pronouns and their corresponding present tense verb endings:

| Personal Pronoun | Ending |

|------------------|--------|

| én (I) | -ok/-ek/-ök |

| te (you, singular) | -sz |

| ő (he/she/it) | -ik |

| mi (we) | -unk/-ünk |

| ti (you, plural) | -tok/-tek/-tök |

| ők (they) | -nak/-nek |

Example Verbs:

Hungarian Pronunciation English
írok ˈiːrok I write
írsz ˈiːrs you (singular) write
ír iːr he/she/it writes
írunk ˈiːrunɡ we write
írtok ˈiːrtok you (plural) write
írnak ˈiːrnɑk they write

Past Tense (Múlt idő)[edit | edit source]

The past tense describes actions that have already occurred. In Hungarian, the past tense is formed by adding specific endings to the verb stem.

Conjugation Pattern:

| Personal Pronoun | Ending |

|------------------|--------|

| én (I) | -tam/-tem |

| te (you, singular) | -tál/-tél |

| ő (he/she/it) | -t |

| mi (we) | -tunk/-tünk |

| ti (you, plural) | -tatok/-tettetek |

| ők (they) | -tak/-tek |

Example Verbs:

Hungarian Pronunciation English
írtam ˈiːrtɒm I wrote
írtál ˈiːrtɒl you (singular) wrote
írt iːrt he/she/it wrote
írtunk ˈiːrtunk we wrote
írtatok ˈiːrtɒtok you (plural) wrote
írtak ˈiːrtɑk they wrote

Future Tense (Jövő idő)[edit | edit source]

The future tense expresses actions that will happen. It is formed using verb prefixes and specific endings.

Conjugation Pattern:

| Personal Pronoun | Ending |

|------------------|--------|

| én (I) | -ni fogok |

| te (you, singular) | -ni fogsz |

| ő (he/she/it) | -ni fog |

| mi (we) | -ni fogunk |

| ti (you, plural) | -ni fogtok |

| ők (they) | -ni fognak |

Example Verbs:

Hungarian Pronunciation English
fogok írni ˈfoɡok ˈiːrni I will write
fogsz írni ˈfoɡsz ˈiːrni you (singular) will write
fog írni ˈfoɡ ˈiːrni he/she/it will write
fogunk írni ˈfoɡunk ˈiːrni we will write
fogtok írni ˈfoɡtok ˈiːrni you (plural) will write
fognak írni ˈfoɡnɑk ˈiːrni they will write

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

To solidify your understanding of Hungarian verbs and tenses, here are some exercises for you to complete.

Exercise 1: Present Tense Conjugation[edit | edit source]

Conjugate the following verbs in the present tense for each personal pronoun:

1. tanulni (to learn)

2. olvasni (to read)

Solution:

Hungarian Pronunciation English
tanulok ˈtɒnulok I learn
tanulsz ˈtɒnulsz you (singular) learn
tanul ˈtɒnul he/she/it learns
tanulunk ˈtɒnulunk we learn
tanultok ˈtɒnultok you (plural) learn
tanulnak ˈtɒnulnɑk they learn
Hungarian Pronunciation English
olvasok ˈolvɒsok I read
olvasol ˈolvɒsol you (singular) read
olvas ˈolvɒs he/she/it reads
olvasunk ˈolvɒsunk we read
olvastok ˈolvɒstok you (plural) read
olvasnak ˈolvɒsnɑk they read

Exercise 2: Past Tense Conjugation[edit | edit source]

Conjugate the following verbs in the past tense for each personal pronoun:

1. tanulni (to learn)

2. olvasni (to read)

Solution:

Hungarian Pronunciation English
tanultam ˈtɒnultam I learned
tanultál ˈtɒnultɒl you (singular) learned
tanult ˈtɒnult he/she/it learned
tanultunk ˈtɒnultunk we learned
tanultatok ˈtɒnultɒtok you (plural) learned
tanultak ˈtɒnultɑk they learned
Hungarian Pronunciation English
olvastam ˈolvɒstɒm I read (past)
olvastál ˈolvɒstɒl you (singular) read (past)
olvasott ˈolvɒsott he/she/it read (past)
olvastunk ˈolvɒstunk we read (past)
olvastatok ˈolvɒstatok you (plural) read (past)
olvastak ˈolvɒstɑk they read (past)

Exercise 3: Future Tense Conjugation[edit | edit source]

Conjugate the following verbs in the future tense for each personal pronoun:

1. tanulni (to learn)

2. olvasni (to read)

Solution:

Hungarian Pronunciation English
fogok tanulni ˈfoɡok ˈtɒnulni I will learn
fogsz tanulni ˈfoɡsz ˈtɒnulni you (singular) will learn
fog tanulni ˈfoɡ ˈtɒnulni he/she/it will learn
fogunk tanulni ˈfoɡunk ˈtɒnulni we will learn
fogtok tanulni ˈfoɡtok ˈtɒnulni you (plural) will learn
fognak tanulni ˈfoɡnɑk ˈtɒnulni they will learn
Hungarian Pronunciation English
fogok olvasni ˈfoɡok ˈolvɒsni I will read
fogsz olvasni ˈfoɡsz ˈolvɒsni you (singular) will read
fog olvasni ˈfoɡ ˈolvɒsni he/she/it will read
fogunk olvasni ˈfoɡunk ˈolvɒsni we will read
fogtok olvasni ˈfoɡtok ˈolvɒsni you (plural) will read
fognak olvasni ˈfoɡnɑk ˈolvɒsni they will read

Exercise 4: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verb in parentheses.

1. Én ______ (tanulni) magyarul.

2. Ő ______ (olvasni) egy könyvet.

3. Mi ______ (tanulni) a múlt időt.

4. Ti ______ (olvasni) jó könyveket.

5. Ők ______ (tanulni) a jövőt.

Solution:

1. Én tanulok magyarul.

2. Ő olvassa egy könyvet.

3. Mi tudtuk a múlt időt.

4. Ti olvassátok jó könyveket.

5. Ők fognak tanulni a jövőt.

Exercise 5: Translate the Sentences[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences into Hungarian.

1. I will read a book.

2. They learned yesterday.

3. You write very well.

Solution:

1. Fogok olvasni egy könyvet.

2. Tegnap tanultak.

3. Nagyon jól írsz.

Exercise 6: Verb Matching[edit | edit source]

Match the verb to its correct tense:

1. írok

2. írtál

3. fogok írni

4. tanult

5. olvastam

Solution:

1. írok - Present

2. írtál - Past

3. fogok írni - Future

4. tanult - Past

5. olvastam - Past

Exercise 7: Sentence Creation[edit | edit source]

Create sentences using the following verbs in different tenses:

1. tanulni

2. olvasni

Solution:

1. Present: Én tanulok magyarul. (I am learning Hungarian.)

Past: Tegnap tanultam magyarul. (I learned Hungarian yesterday.)

Future: Holnap fogok tanulni. (I will learn tomorrow.)

2. Present: Ő olvas egy könyvet. (He/She is reading a book.)

Past: Ő olvasott egy könyvet. (He/She read a book.)

Future: Ő fog olvasni egy könyvet. (He/She will read a book.)

Exercise 8: Identify the Tense[edit | edit source]

Identify the tense of the following sentences:

1. Én olvastam tegnap.

2. Ők tanulnak most.

3. Te fogsz tanulni.

Solution:

1. Past

2. Present

3. Future

Exercise 9: Conjugation Challenge[edit | edit source]

Conjugate the verb menni (to go) in all three tenses for the pronoun "mi" (we).

Solution:

Present: megyünk (we go)

Past: mentünk (we went)

Future: fogunk menni (we will go)

Exercise 10: Create a Dialogue[edit | edit source]

Write a short dialogue between two people using all three tenses.

Solution:

Person A: Tegnap tanultam magyarul. (I learned Hungarian yesterday.)

Person B: Most tanulsz? (Are you learning now?)

Person A: Igen, írok egy szöveget. (Yes, I am writing a text.)

Person B: Holnap fogok olvasni. (I will read tomorrow.)

Congratulations on completing the lesson on Hungarian verbs and tenses! Remember, practice makes perfect. Keep using the verbs and tenses in your conversations, and you’ll become more comfortable over time.

Table of Contents - Hungarian Course - 0 to A1[edit source]


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

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