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nagy

/nɒɟ/
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nagy ház
nagy szeretet
nagy baj
nagy öröm

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nagy vs. magas
Nagy refers to overall size, while magas refers to height. For example, 'Nagy ház' means a big house, and 'Magas fa' means a tall tree.
nagy vs. hatalmas
Nagy means big or large, while hatalmas means enormous or immense. Hatalmas implies a much greater size than nagy.
nagy vs. terjedelmes
Nagy means big or large, while terjedelmes means voluminous or extensive. Terjedelmes often refers to something that takes up a lot of space, possibly due to its spread or bulk.

Grammatikmuster

Nagy + noun (e.g., nagy ház - big house) Nagyon nagy (very big) Nagyobb (bigger) Legnagyobb (biggest)

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Nutzungshinweise

The word 'nagy' in Hungarian functions as an adjective meaning 'big,' 'large,' or 'great.' It precedes the noun it modifies, for example, 'nagy ház' (big house). Unlike many other adjectives in Hungarian, 'nagy' does not change its form based on the definiteness of the noun or in a compound noun structure. For example, 'a nagy ház' (the big house) and 'nagykutya' (big dog - literally 'great dog,' often used to mean an important person) both retain the 'nagy' form. However, like all Hungarian adjectives, 'nagy' can be inflected for case when it stands alone or acts as a predicate. For example, 'nagyból' (from big). It can also form comparative and superlative degrees: 'nagyobb' (bigger) and 'legnagyobb' (biggest). When used with numbers, it can express approximation, such as 'nagyjából' (approximately, roughly), derived from 'nagyjából' (from its big part).

Häufige Fehler

Hungarian adjectives do not change form based on the noun's number or gender. 'Nagy' remains 'nagy' whether the noun is singular or plural, masculine or feminine.

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Usage Tip

'Nagy' is a very versatile adjective. Pay attention to context to determine its exact meaning. For example, 'nagy ház' is a 'big house', but 'nagy ember' can mean 'great person' rather than just 'large person'.
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Common Mistake

Beginners often confuse 'nagy' (big/great) with 'sok' (much/many). 'Nagy' refers to size, importance, or age, while 'sok' refers to quantity.
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Grammar Note

When 'nagy' modifies a noun, it always precedes the noun and does not change its form (e.g., 'nagy ház', 'nagy házak'). Declension only applies when 'nagy' is used as a standalone noun or pronoun (e.g., 'a nagyok' - the big ones).

Wortherkunft

From Proto-Uralic *ńaɣe (Finnish: nauris, 'turnip'; Komi: нянь, 'bread'). Cognates include Mansi: на̄ӈкв (nāňkv, 'big, large').

Kultureller Kontext

In Hungarian culture, the word 'nagy' (big) carries a significance beyond its literal meaning. It can often be used to emphasize importance, grandeur, or even a strong emotional impact. For instance, 'nagy esemény' doesn't just mean a big event, but an important or significant one. Similarly, 'nagy öröm' signifies great joy, highlighting the intensity of the emotion. Hungarians often use 'nagy' in a somewhat evocative way, lending weight and emphasis to the nouns it modifies. It can also be used in an endearing context, such as 'nagymama' (grandmother), which literally translates to 'big mother,' implying respect and warmth. This subtle cultural nuance elevates 'nagy' from a simple descriptor to a word that can convey a deeper layer of meaning and sentiment within Hungarian communication.

Merkhilfe

Think of 'gnaw' (like an animal gnawing on a big bone) to remember 'nagy'.

Häufig gestellte Fragen

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'Nagy' is a versatile adjective in Hungarian, commonly used to describe size, importance, or intensity. For example, it can refer to a 'big' object (nagy ház - big house), a 'great' event (nagy öröm - great joy), or a 'significant' amount (nagy mennyiség - large quantity). Its broad application makes it one of the most frequently used adjectives in the language. It can also be used metaphorically to describe intellectual or moral greatness.
While 'nagy' is the most general term for 'big' or 'large,' Hungarian has other adjectives that convey more specific nuances of size. For instance, 'hatalmas' means 'enormous' or 'huge,' implying a much greater scale than 'nagy.' 'Terebélyes' suggests 'spacious' or 'bulky,' often used for things that take up a lot of room. 'Kiterjedt' means 'extensive' or 'widespread,' referring to area or scope. 'Óriási' is another word for 'gigantic' or 'colossal,' emphasizing an immense size, often with a sense of awe. So, while 'nagy' is a good starting point, the choice of adjective depends on the exact degree and type of 'bigness' you want to express.
'Nagy' is an adjective, meaning 'big,' 'large,' or 'great,' and it modifies nouns. For example, 'egy nagy fa' means 'a big tree.' On the other hand, 'nagyon' is an adverb, meaning 'very,' and it modifies adjectives or other adverbs, intensifying their meaning. For example, 'nagyon szép' means 'very beautiful,' and 'nagyon gyorsan' means 'very quickly.' Essentially, 'nagy' describes a characteristic, while 'nagyon' describes the degree of that characteristic. It's a common point of confusion for learners due to their similar appearance and shared root.
Yes, 'nagy' can be used to refer to age, specifically meaning 'old' when describing people, especially in the context of being 'grown-up' or 'adult.' For example, 'Nagy már vagyok' can mean 'I am already grown up' or 'I am already old enough.' However, for inanimate objects or animals, 'öreg' is typically used for 'old.' When talking about 'older siblings,' 'nagy' is also used, as in 'nagytesó' (big sibling). So, while 'nagy' primarily means 'big' in size, its application extends to age for humans, often implying maturity.

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