Signification
Stating a future event date.
Contexte culturel
The 'házibuli' (house party) is a staple of Hungarian social life, often more popular than going to clubs. It usually involves a lot of homemade food. In the capital, 'buli' often refers to going to ruin pubs in the 7th district. These are unique bars built in old, dilapidated buildings. Young people often use the word 'buli' for any social gathering, even just sitting in a park with drinks (alapozás). In villages, a 'buli' might be a larger community event, like a 'búcsú' (village fair) or a harvest festival, involving traditional music.
Use 'lesz' for future
Always remember that 'van' becomes 'lesz' when talking about tomorrow. It's the most common mistake for beginners!
The 'a' matters
Don't forget the 'a' (the). Hungarians use definite articles much more frequently than English speakers when referring to specific plans.
Signification
Stating a future event date.
Use 'lesz' for future
Always remember that 'van' becomes 'lesz' when talking about tomorrow. It's the most common mistake for beginners!
The 'a' matters
Don't forget the 'a' (the). Hungarians use definite articles much more frequently than English speakers when referring to specific plans.
Texting shortcut
In a text, you can just write 'Holnap buli!' and everyone will understand you perfectly.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct future form of the verb 'to be'.
Holnap ______ a buli.
'Lesz' is the future form of 'van' (to be), used for events happening tomorrow.
Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'The party is tomorrow' in a casual setting?
Choose the best option:
This is the most common and natural word order for this informal expression.
Complete the dialogue.
Péter: Mikor találkozunk? Anna: ____________________
Anna is answering a question about when they are meeting by stating the party is tomorrow.
Match the Hungarian phrase with its English meaning.
Match the following:
These are the basic temporal variations of the phrase.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesHolnap ______ a buli.
'Lesz' is the future form of 'van' (to be), used for events happening tomorrow.
Choose the best option:
This is the most common and natural word order for this informal expression.
Péter: Mikor találkozunk? Anna: ____________________
Anna is answering a question about when they are meeting by stating the party is tomorrow.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
These are the basic temporal variations of the phrase.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes, it is common in casual speech, but 'lesz' is more grammatically correct for the future.
Not at all! It's just informal. You can use it with friends, family, and even friendly colleagues.
'Buli' is the traditional Hungarian word, while 'parti' is a loanword from English. 'Buli' feels more natural.
You say 'Tegnap volt a buli.'
Yes, it can colloquially mean a 'good deal' or a 'fun situation' (e.g., 'Ez jó buli!' - This is a good deal/fun!).
No, unless it's at the beginning of a sentence.
You say 'Hol lesz a buli?'
Yes, 'bulik'. For example: 'Sok buli lesz a nyáron' (There will be many parties in the summer).
Usually some drinks (wine, beer, or juice) and some snacks like chips or 'pogácsa'.
No, avoid it in formal essays or business emails. Use 'összejövetel' or 'rendezvény' instead.
Expressions liées
Bulizni
builds onTo party
Házibuli
specialized formHouse party
Buli van!
similarThe party is on!
Összejövetel
synonymGet-together
Ünnepség
contrastCelebration/Ceremony
