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Hungarian → Vocabulary → 0 to A1 Course → Introducing Yourself

In this lesson, we will explore the art of introducing yourself in Hungarian. This foundational skill is crucial for building connections and engaging in conversations as you embark on your journey to learn the beautiful Hungarian language. Being able to share a bit about yourself not only makes interactions more enjoyable but also helps you practice the language in a practical context.

We will cover essential vocabulary, useful phrases, and polite expressions for both formal and informal situations. Whether you’re meeting someone new at a café or participating in a business meeting, knowing how to introduce yourself confidently will set the tone for your conversations.

In this lesson, we will:

  • Discuss key vocabulary for self-introductions
  • Explore polite and informal expressions
  • Provide numerous examples
  • Offer practice exercises to reinforce learning

Key Vocabulary for Introducing Yourself

To start, let’s delve into some essential vocabulary that you will need when introducing yourself in Hungarian. Below is a table with common phrases and words used in self-introductions.

Hungarian Pronunciation English
Szia! /ˈsi.ɒ/ Hi! (informal)
Helló! /ˈhɛ.loː/ Hello! (informal)
Jó napot kívánok! /ˈjoː ˈnɒ.pot ˈkiː.vɒ.nok/ Good day! (formal)
Engedje meg, hogy bemutatkozzam. /ˈɛŋ.ɡɛd.jɛ ˈmɛɡ, hoɟ ˈbɛ.mu.tɒt.ko.zːɒm/ Allow me to introduce myself. (formal)
A nevem... /ɒ ˈnɛ.vɛm/ My name is...
Én... vagyok. /eːn... ˈvɒ.jok/ I am...
Honnan jöttél? /ˈhon.nɒn ˈjœtːeːl/ Where are you from? (informal)
Honnan jött? /ˈhon.nɒn ˈjœtː/ Where are you from? (formal)
Örülök, hogy megismerhetlek. /ˈøː.rʏ.lɒk, hoɟ ˈmɛɡ.iʃ.mɛr.hɛt.lɛk/ Nice to meet you. (informal)
Örülök, hogy megismerhetem. /ˈøː.rʏ.lɒk, hoɟ ˈmɛɡ.iʃ.mɛr.hɛ.tɛm/ Nice to meet you. (formal)
Kérem, mondja meg a nevét! /ˈkeː.rɛm, ˈmon.dʒɒ ˈmɛɡ ɒ ˈnɛ.vɛt/ Please tell me your name! (formal)
Kérlek, mondd el a neved! /ˈkeːr.lɛk, ˈmon.d ˈɛl ɒ ˈnɛ.vɛd/ Please tell me your name! (informal)
Milyen nyelven beszélsz? /ˈmi.jɛn ˈɲɛl.vɛn ˈbɛ.seːls/ What language do you speak?
Beszélek angolul. /ˈbɛ.seː.lɛk ˈɒn.ɡo.lul/ I speak English.
Mióta tanulsz magyarul? /ˈmi.oː.tɒ ˈtɒ.nulz ˈmɒ.ɟɒ.rul/ How long have you been learning Hungarian?
Szabadidődben mit csinálsz? /ˈsɒ.bɒ.dɪ.døːd.bɛn ˈmit ˈtʃi.nɒls/ What do you do in your free time?
Szívesen megismerném Önt! /ˈsiː.vɛ.ʃɛn ˈmɛɡ.iʃ.mɛr.nɛm ˈønt/ I would love to get to know you. (formal)

Polite Forms and Expressions

When introducing yourself, the way you phrase your words can significantly impact how you’re perceived. Hungarian has both formal and informal ways of addressing people, so it’s essential to know when to use each.

  • Informal Expressions: Use these when speaking with friends or people of a similar age.
  • Formal Expressions: Use these with elders, in professional settings, or when meeting someone for the first time.

Here’s a breakdown of some informal versus formal expressions:

Context Informal Expression Formal Expression
Greeting Szia! Jó napot kívánok!
Introducing Yourself Én Anna vagyok. Engedje meg, hogy bemutatkozzam, Anna vagyok.
Asking for Name Te hogy hívnak? Kérem, mondja meg a nevét!
Nice to Meet You Örülök, hogy megismerhetlek. Örülök, hogy megismerhetem.

Examples of Self-Introductions

Let’s put our vocabulary and expressions into practice! Below are 20 example introductions that illustrate how to introduce yourself in various contexts.

Hungarian Pronunciation English
Szia, Anna vagyok. /ˈsi.ɒ, ˈɒn.nɒ ˈvɒ.jok/ Hi, I am Anna.
Jó napot kívánok, Péter vagyok. /ˈjoː ˈnɒ.pot ˈkiː.vɒ.nok, ˈpeː.tɛr ˈvɒ.jok/ Good day, I am Peter.
Honnan jöttél? /ˈhon.nɒn ˈjœtːeːl/ Where are you from? (informal)
Honnan jött? /ˈhon.nɒn ˈjœtː/ Where are you from? (formal)
Engedje meg, hogy bemutatkozzam, Anna vagyok. /ˈɛŋ.ɡɛd.jɛ ˈmɛɡ, hoɟ ˈbɛ.mu.tɒt.ko.zːɒm, ˈɒn.nɒ ˈvɒ.jok/ Allow me to introduce myself, I am Anna.
Én Budapestről jöttem. /eːn ˈbu.dɒ.pɛʃ.tɾœl ˈjœtːɛm/ I came from Budapest.
Örülök, hogy megismerhetlek! /ˈøː.rʏ.lɒk, hoɟ ˈmɛɡ.iʃ.mɛr.hɛt.lɛk/ I'm glad to meet you! (informal)
Milyen nyelven beszélsz? /ˈmi.jɛn ˈɲɛl.vɛn ˈbɛ.seːls/ What language do you speak?
Beszélek angolul és egy kicsit magyarul. /ˈbɛ.seː.lɛk ˈɒn.ɡo.lul eːs ˈɛj.kɪt͡ʃɪt ˈmɒ.ɟɒ.rul/ I speak English and a little Hungarian.
Szívesen megismerném Önt! /ˈsiː.vɛ.ʃɛn ˈmɛɡ.iʃ.mɛr.nɛm ˈønt/ I would love to get to know you! (formal)
Szabadidődben mit csinálsz? /ˈsɒ.bɒ.dɪ.døːd.bɛn ˈmit ˈtʃi.nɒls/ What do you do in your free time?
Én festeni szeretek. /eːn ˈfɛʃ.tɛ.ni ˈsɛ.rɛ.tɛk/ I like painting.
Mióta tanulsz magyarul? /ˈmi.oː.tɒ ˈtɒ.nulz ˈmɒ.ɟɒ.rul/ How long have you been learning Hungarian?
3 hónapja. /ˈháːm ˈhoː.nɒp.jɒ/ Three months.
Kérlek, mondd el a neved! /ˈkeːr.lɛk, ˈmon.d ˈɛl ɒ ˈnɛ.vɛd/ Please tell me your name! (informal)
Kérem, mondja meg a nevét! /ˈkeː.rɛm, ˈmon.dʒɒ ˈmɛɡ ɒ ˈnɛ.vɛt/ Please tell me your name! (formal)
Nagyon örülök, hogy találkozhatunk! /ˈnɒ.ɟon ˈøː.rʏ.lɒk, hoɟ ˈtɒ.lɒl.koz.hɒ.tunk/ I'm very glad to meet you!
Én Anna vagyok, és ez a barátom, Péter. /eːn ˈɒn.nɒ ˈvɒ.jok, eːs ˈɛz ɒ ˈbɒ.rɒ.tom, ˈpeː.tɛr/ I am Anna, and this is my friend, Peter.
Köszönöm, hogy megismerhettem! /ˈkø.sø.nøm, hoɟ ˈmɛɡ.iʃ.mɛr.hɛt.tɛm/ Thank you for letting me get to know you!

Practice Exercises

Now that you have a good understanding of how to introduce yourself, let’s put your new vocabulary and expressions into practice with these exercises.

1. Fill in the Blanks: Complete the sentences with the correct Hungarian phrases.

  • Szia, én ________ vagyok.
  • Jó napot kívánok, ________ vagyok.
  • Kérem, ________ meg a nevét!

Solution:

  • Szia, én Anna vagyok.
  • Jó napot kívánok, Péter vagyok.
  • Kérem, mondja meg a nevét!

2. Translate to Hungarian: Translate the following sentences into Hungarian.

  • I am from Budapest.
  • Where are you from?
  • Nice to meet you!

Solution:

  • Én Budapestről jöttem.
  • Honnan jöttél?
  • Örülök, hogy megismerhetlek!

3. Identify Formal vs. Informal: Determine whether the following expressions are formal or informal.

  • Szia!
  • Jó napot kívánok!
  • Kérlek, mondd el a neved!

Solution:

  • Szia! - Informal
  • Jó napot kívánok! - Formal
  • Kérlek, mondd el a neved! - Informal

4. Matching Exercise: Match the Hungarian phrases with their English translations.

  • 1. Milyen nyelven beszélsz?
  • 2. Örülök, hogy megismerhetem.
  • 3. Szívesen megismerném Önt!

Solution:

1 - b: What language do you speak?

2 - c: Nice to meet you. (formal)

3 - a: I would love to get to know you. (formal)

5. Role Play: Pair up with a partner and practice introducing yourselves using the vocabulary and expressions learned in this lesson.

6. Create Your Introduction: Write your introduction in Hungarian using the phrases provided in this lesson. Share it with your teacher or classmates.

7. Listening Practice: Listen to a native speaker introduce themselves in Hungarian and try to write down what they say.

8. Conversation Simulation: Simulate a conversation where you ask someone where they are from and what language they speak.

9. Polite Requests: Write down three different ways to ask for someone’s name, using both formal and informal expressions.

10. Reflection: Write a short paragraph in English about how you feel after learning to introduce yourself in Hungarian. What did you find easy or challenging?

Conclusion

Congratulations on completing this lesson on introducing yourself in Hungarian! You’ve learned key vocabulary, expressions, and how to navigate both formal and informal situations. Practice these phrases often, and you will find that conversations become much easier as you become more confident in your language skills. Remember, every introduction is a new opportunity for connection, so don’t hesitate to use what you’ve learned!

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

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