Hongrois (en. Hungarian)

/ɡʁwɑ/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
Relating to Hungary or its inhabitants.
He speaks Hungarian.
Il parle le hongrois.
Evoking Hungarian culture or traditions.
Hungarian cuisine is delicious.
La cuisine hongroise est délicieuse.
Characteristic of Hungarian style or music.
He loves Hungarian music.
Il aime la musique hongroise.

Etymology

From Latin 'Hungaria', derived from 'Hunic', which refers to the Hungarian people.

Common Phrases and Expressions

of Hungarian origin
refers to a person originating from Hungary.
hongrois d'origine
Hungarian culture
the set of traditions, arts, and ways of life of Hungary.
culture hongroise
Hungarian language
the language spoken by Hungarians.
langue hongroise

Related Words

Hungary
A European state in Central Europe.
Hongrie
Magyar
Name given to the language and the Hungarian people.
Magyar
Budapest
Capital of Hungary.
Budapest

Slang Meanings

Person originating from Hungary, often in a friendly context.
This guy is a real Hungarian, he loves paprika!
Ce mec est un vrai hongrois, il adore la paprika!
A special or original characteristic of Hungarians.
This dish has a very Hungarian taste!
Ce plat a un goût très hongrois!