Magyar

B2 8+
Pronunciation Definitions Examples Grammatical Forms Origin and Evolution

Pronunciation: /ˈmɑː.dʒɑːr/

Definitions of Magyar

noun a member of the ethnic group native to Hungary

Example Sentences

A1 Magyar is the official language of Hungary.

A2 I am learning Magyar because I want to visit Budapest.

B1 The Magyar people have a rich cultural heritage.

B2 I enjoy listening to Magyar folk music.

C1 She is fluent in Magyar and English.

C2 The Magyar literature is known for its depth and complexity.

adjective relating to Hungary or its people

Example Sentences

A1 I am learning the Magyar language.

A2 She bought a Magyar cookbook to learn traditional recipes.

B1 The Magyar culture is rich in folk music and dance.

B2 The Magyar embroidery on her dress was stunning.

C1 He is fluent in Magyar and often translates documents for work.

C2 The Magyar literature is renowned for its depth and complexity.

Examples of Magyar in a Sentence

formal The Magyar language is the official language of Hungary.

informal My friend is learning Magyar so she can communicate with her Hungarian relatives.

slang I love listening to Magyar music, it always puts me in a good mood.

figurative The Magyar people have a rich cultural heritage that is celebrated worldwide.

Grammatical Forms of Magyar

past tense

Magyarized

plural

Magyars

comparative

more Magyar

superlative

most Magyar

present tense

Magyars

future tense

will Magyar

perfect tense

have Magyared

continuous tense

is Magyaring

singular

Magyar

positive degree

Magyar

infinitive

to Magyar

gerund

Magyaring

participle

Magyared

Origin and Evolution of Magyar

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Hungarian
Story behind the word: The word 'Magyar' is believed to have originated from the Hungarian tribal alliance known as the Megyer. The Megyer were one of the seven Hungarian tribes that settled in the Carpathian Basin in the 9th century.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'Magyar' became synonymous with the Hungarian people and language, representing their unique cultural and ethnic identity.