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Hungarian → Vocabulary → 0 to A1 Course → Family and relationships

Introduction:

In this lesson, we will dive into the heart of the Hungarian language by exploring the vocabulary related to family and relationships. Understanding these words is crucial not only for building your language skills but also for connecting with Hungarian culture. Family is a fundamental part of life in Hungary, and knowing the right terms will help you navigate conversations more comfortably, whether you're chatting with friends or meeting new people.

We'll cover key vocabulary for family members, friends, and romantic relationships, providing you with a solid foundation to express these important connections in your everyday conversations. By the end of this lesson, you’ll be equipped with the terms you need to talk about your family and relationships in Hungarian.

Let’s jump right in!

Family Members

Family is often described as the backbone of society, and in Hungarian culture, this is no different. Let's start with the basic terms for family members.

Hungarian	Pronunciation	English
anya	ˈɒɲɒ	mother
apa	ˈɒpɒ	father
fiú	ˈfiːu	son
lány	laːɲ	daughter
testvér	ˈtɛstvɛːr	sibling
báty	bɑːt͡ɕ	brother
húg	huːɡ	sister
nagyszülő	ˈnɒɡsyːløː	grandparent
nagymama	ˈnɒɡimɒmɒ	grandmother
nagypapa	ˈnɒɡipɒpɒ	grandfather
unoka	ˈunokɒ	grandchild
unokaöccs	ˈunokɒøt͡ʃ	grandson
unokahúg	ˈunokɒhuːɡ	granddaughter
sógor	ˈʃoːɡor	brother-in-law
sógornő	ˈʃoːɡørnøː	sister-in-law
após	ˈɒpoːʃ	father-in-law
anyós	ˈɒnjoːʃ	mother-in-law

As you can see, the vocabulary connects deeply with familial roles, and these terms can be used in various contexts.

Relationships

Next, let’s discuss vocabulary related to relationships, both friendly and romantic. Knowing these words will help you describe your social circles and significant others.

Hungarian	Pronunciation	English
barát	ˈbɒrɑːt	friend (male)
barátnő	ˈbɑːrɑːtnøː	friend (female)
kedves	ˈkɛdʋɛʃ	dear, darling
szerető	ˈsɛrɛtøː	lover
házastárs	ˈhaːzɒstɒːrʃ	spouse
vőlegény	ˈvøːlɛɡeːɲ	fiancé (male)
menyasszony	ˈmɛnɪɒsːoɲ	fiancée (female)
ismerős	ˈiʃmɛrøːʃ	acquaintance
szomszéd	ˈsomseːd	neighbor
kolléga	ˈkolleːɡɒ	colleague
társ	tɑːrʃ	partner
barátság	ˈbɑːrɑːtʃaːɡ	friendship
szerelem	ˈsɛrɛlɛm	love
eljegyzés	ˈɛjɛɡzeːʃ	engagement
házasság	ˈhaːzɒʃːaːɡ	marriage
válás	ˈvaːlɒʃ	divorce

These terms will help you communicate about your relationships and the important people in your life.

Exercises

To solidify your understanding of family and relationships, here are some exercises for you to practice.

Exercise 1: Fill in the blanks

Fill in the blanks with the correct Hungarian word for family members based on the English clues provided.

1. Mother: ________

2. Grandfather: ________

3. Sister: ________

4. Brother-in-law: ________

Answers:

1. anya

2. nagypapa

3. húg

4. sógor

Exercise 2: Match the words

Match the Hungarian terms with their English equivalents.

1. barát

2. szerető

3. nagymama

4. házastárs

A. grandmother

B. spouse

C. friend (male)

D. lover

Answers:

1 - C

2 - D

3 - A

4 - B

Exercise 3: Translate the sentences

Translate the following sentences into Hungarian.

1. My mother is very kind.

2. He is my brother.

3. She is my friend.

4. They are my grandparents.

Answers:

1. Az anyám nagyon kedves.

2. Ő a bátyám.

3. Ő a barátnőm.

4. Ők a nagyszüleim.

Exercise 4: Create sentences

Use the vocabulary from the lesson to write three sentences about your family.

Example Responses:

1. Az apám orvos. (My father is a doctor.)

2. A húgom szép. (My sister is beautiful.)

3. A nagymamám süt sütit. (My grandmother bakes cookies.)

Exercise 5: Choose the right word

Select the correct Hungarian word to complete each sentence.

1. My (father) is very tall.

(apa / anya)

2. She is my (friend).

(barát / barátnő)

3. My (sister) is 10 years old.

(húg / báty)

4. We love our (grandparents).

(nagyszülők / unokák)

Answers:

1. apa

2. barátnő

3. húg

4. nagyszülők

Exercise 6: Conversation practice

Pair up with a partner and practice a short dialogue introducing your family using the vocabulary from the lesson.

Example Dialogue:

A: Szia! Ki az a lány? (Hi! Who is that girl?)

B: Ő a húgom. (She is my sister.)

A: És ki az a férfi? (And who is that man?)

B: Ő az apám. (He is my father.)

Exercise 7: Word search

Create a word search puzzle using the following terms: anya, apa, barát, nagymama, házastárs.

Solution:

List of words to find in the puzzle.

Exercise 8: Discussion questions

Discuss the following questions with a partner using Hungarian vocabulary.

1. Ki a legjobb barátod? (Who is your best friend?)

2. Hány testvéred van? (How many siblings do you have?)

3. Milyen a családod? (What is your family like?)

Exercise 9: Role play

Imagine you are at a family gathering. Introduce your family members to a new friend using Hungarian vocabulary.

Exercise 10: Vocabulary review

Review the vocabulary by writing a short paragraph about your family and friends in Hungarian.

Example Response:

Az apám jó ember. Az anyám kedves. Van egy testvérem, és ő a húgom. A barátom nagyon vicces.

In this lesson, you have learned essential vocabulary related to family and relationships in Hungarian. Practice these words and phrases, and you'll be well on your way to connecting with the Hungarian-speaking world. Remember, language is not just about words; it’s about the stories and connections they help us create.

Table of Contents - Hungarian Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Greetings and Introductions

• Basic Greetings
• Introducing Yourself

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Pronouns and Verb Conjugation

• Personal Pronouns
• Present Tense Verb Conjugation

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Numbers and Time

• Numbers 1-100
• Telling Time

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Questions and Negation

• Asking Questions
• Negation

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Family and Relationships

• Family Members
• Relationships

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Adjectives and Adverbs

• Descriptive Adjectives
• Adverbs of Time and Frequency

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Food and Dining

• Common Foods and Drinks
• Ordering at a Restaurant

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Prepositions and Location

• Common Prepositions
• Expressing Location

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Travel and Transportation

• Modes of Transportation
• Asking for Directions

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Hungarian Customs and Traditions

• Holidays and Celebrations
• Traditional Foods

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Possessive Pronouns and Plurals

• Possessive Pronouns
• Forming Plurals

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Hobbies and Leisure Activities

• Common Hobbies
• Discussing Interests

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Hungarian History and Geography

• Important Historical Events
• Geography of Hungary

Sources

• Learn How to Talk About Your Family in Hungarian
• Hungarian language - Wikipedia
• Family words in Hungarian
• I understand that the Hungarian and Finnish languages are related ...

Other Lessons

• Business and work
• Art and architecture
• Introduce yourself
• Love
• Drinks
• Animals
• How to Say Hello and Greetings
• Farewell
• Geography