Bedeutung
Taking risks leads to rewards.
Kultureller Hintergrund
The proverb is often associated with the 'Hussar' spirit—a historical military tradition of daring and bravery. In the post-1989 era, this phrase became a staple of the new Hungarian entrepreneurial spirit. Hungarian sports commentators frequently use this when a team takes a tactical risk that pays off. Teachers use it to encourage students to participate in class even if they are unsure of the answer.
Use it for encouragement
It's the perfect thing to say to a friend who is nervous about a new challenge.
Don't overdo it
Using it to justify reckless behavior (like speeding) makes you sound immature.
Bedeutung
Taking risks leads to rewards.
Use it for encouragement
It's the perfect thing to say to a friend who is nervous about a new challenge.
Don't overdo it
Using it to justify reckless behavior (like speeding) makes you sound immature.
The 'Az' is key
Native speakers will notice if you omit the 'az'. It keeps the rhythm perfect.
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the missing words to complete the proverb.
Aki _____, az _____.
The proverb is 'Aki mer, az nyer.'
Which situation best fits the proverb 'Aki mer, az nyer'?
Péter fél elindulni egy versenyen, de végül elindul és első lesz.
Péter took a risk (dared) and won.
Complete the dialogue.
- Nem merem megvenni ezt a részvényt. - Miért? Tudod: ...
The context of financial risk calls for this proverb.
Match the proverb to the advice.
Advice: 'Don't be afraid to apply for that difficult job!'
The proverb encourages taking a chance for a reward.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
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Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenAki _____, az _____.
The proverb is 'Aki mer, az nyer.'
Péter fél elindulni egy versenyen, de végül elindul és első lesz.
Péter took a risk (dared) and won.
- Nem merem megvenni ezt a részvényt. - Miért? Tudod: ...
The context of financial risk calls for this proverb.
Advice: 'Don't be afraid to apply for that difficult job!'
The proverb encourages taking a chance for a reward.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
5 FragenNo, it's perfectly fine in a professional setting as long as the context is motivational.
Yes, 'Aki mert, az nyert' is used to describe a past event, but the present tense is more common for the general rule.
'Lassan járj, tovább érsz' (Slow and steady wins the race) or 'Jobb félni, mint megijedni' (Better to be afraid than to be startled/Better safe than sorry).
No. While 'mer' is a slang shortening of 'mert' (because), here it is the verb 'merni' (to dare).
Yes: 'Aki nem mer, az nem nyer.' It's just as common!
Verwandte Redewendungen
Bátraké a szerencse
synonymFortune favors the bold.
Aki nem játszik, az nem nyer
similarHe who doesn't play, doesn't win.
Lassan járj, tovább érsz
contrastSlow and steady wins the race.
Merjünk nagyok lenni!
builds onLet us dare to be great!
