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Revision as of 19:54, 29 March 2023
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As a Hungarian language teacher with over 20 years of experience, I am excited to introduce you to the common hobbies and leisure activities in Hungarian. Hobbies are an essential part of our lives as they allow us to relax and have fun, and it's useful to know how to describe them in a foreign language. In this lesson, you will learn the Hungarian words for different hobbies, how to use them in sentences, and how to discuss your interests with others.
Take some time to dive into these other pages after completing this lesson: Count to 10 & Education.
Common Hobbies
Let's start with some of the most popular hobbies and leisure activities in Hungary, along with how to express them in Hungarian.
Reading
Reading is a favorite pastime for many people, and it's useful to know how to express this hobby in Hungarian. Here are some of the most common Hungarian words related to reading:
| Hungarian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| könyv | kœɲv | book |
| olvasás | ˈolvaʃaːʃ | reading |
| regény | rɛɡeːɲ | novel |
| verseskötet | ˈvɛrʃɛʃkøtɛt | poetry book |
Examples:
- Szeretek olvasni. (I like reading.)
- Minden nap olvasok egy könyvet. (I read a book every day.)
- Az utolsó regényt gyorsan elolvastam. (I read the last novel quickly.)
Sports
Sports are a great way to stay active and healthy, and many people enjoy playing or watching them. Here are some of the most popular sports-related terms in Hungarian:
| Hungarian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| sport | ʃport | sport |
| foci | ˈfotʃi | soccer |
| kosárlabda | koʃaːrlɒbdɒ | basketball |
| tenisz | tɛniz | tennis |
Examples:
- Szeretek sportolni. (I like doing sports.)
- A kedvenc sportom a foci. (My favorite sport is soccer.)
- A kosárlabdameccsen voltam tegnap. (I was at a basketball game yesterday.)
Travel
Traveling is a great way to explore new places, learn about different cultures and traditions, and make new friends. Here are some of the most common travel-related words in Hungarian:
| Hungarian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| utazás | ˈutɒzaːʃ | travel |
| nyaralás | ɲɒrɒlaːʃ | vacation |
| városnézés | ˈvaːroʃneːzeːʃ | sightseeing |
| repülőjegy | ˈrɛpuløːjɛɟ | plane ticket |
Examples:
- Szeretek utazni és új helyeket felfedezni. (I like traveling and discovering new places.)
- Az idei nyaralásom Olaszországban lesz. (My vacation this year will be in Italy.)
- Ma városnézésre megyünk. (We are going sightseeing today.)
- Hol tudok repülőjegyet venni az interneten? (Where can I buy plane tickets online?)
Music
Music is a universal language that touches everyone's hearts and souls. It's no surprise that many people enjoy listening to or playing music. Here are some of the most common Hungarian words related to music:
| Hungarian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| zene | ˈzɛnɛ | music |
| éneklés | ˈeːnɛkleːʃ | singing |
| zongorázás | ˈzonɡoraːzaːʃ | playing the piano |
| gitározás | ɡitaːrozaːʃ | playing the guitar |
Examples:
- Szeretek zenét hallgatni. (I like listening to music.)
- Énekelni nagyon jó érzés. (Singing is a great feeling.)
- Hetente egyszer zongorázni járok. (I go to play the piano once a week.)
- Azt akarom, hogy megtanuljak gitározni. (I want to learn how to play the guitar.)
Discussing Interests
Now that you know the most common hobbies in Hungarian, it's time to learn how to discuss your interests and preferences with others. Here are some phrases and questions that you can use:
- Mi a kedvenc hobbid? (What is your favorite hobby?)
- Szeretsz sportolni? (Do you like doing sports?)
- Milyen zenét szeretsz hallgatni? (What music do you like listening to?)
- Van kedved elmenni egy koncertre? (Do you feel like going to a concert?)
- Két órát olvastam a könyvedet. (I read your book for two hours.)
- Szerintem a foci egy nagyon izgalmas sport. (I think soccer is a very exciting sport.)
- Gyere át nézni egy meccset hozzánk! (Come over and watch a game with us!)
- Szeretem az izgalmas regényeket olvasni. (I like reading exciting novels.)
- Nagyon szeretek utazni és új helyeket felfedezni. (I really like traveling and discovering new places.)
By learning these Hungarian words for hobbies and leisure activities, you can discuss your interests with Hungarian speakers and enjoy your favorite activities even more. Keep practicing, and you'll be able to express yourself fluently in no time!
Other Lessons
- Countries
- Asking for Directions
- Family and relationships
- Languages
- Music and theater
- Travel and transportation
- Modes of Transportation
- Common Foods and Drinks
- Numbers and telling time
- Farewell
Sources
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