A1 Expression ニュートラル

Nem értem a szót.

I don't understand the word.

意味

Stating confusion about a specific vocabulary item.

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文化的背景

Hungarians are very protective of their language. Using this phrase shows you are trying to learn the 'correct' way, which is highly appreciated. In Transylvania, some archaic words are still used. You might find yourself using this phrase even if you know standard Budapest Hungarian. In formal settings, precision is key. If you don't understand a technical term, it's better to admit it immediately with this phrase than to nod along. Slang changes rapidly in Budapest. Even native speakers from older generations might say 'Nem értem a szót' when hearing new internet slang.

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Point and Speak

If you are reading, point at the word while saying 'Nem értem ezt a szót' for maximum clarity.

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The Definite Trap

Don't forget the '-m' on 'értem'. If you say 'értek', it sounds like you are starting a different sentence.

意味

Stating confusion about a specific vocabulary item.

🎯

Point and Speak

If you are reading, point at the word while saying 'Nem értem ezt a szót' for maximum clarity.

⚠️

The Definite Trap

Don't forget the '-m' on 'értem'. If you say 'értek', it sounds like you are starting a different sentence.

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Be Specific

Hungarians prefer you to be specific about what you don't know. It helps them help you faster!

自分をテスト

Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase.

Nem értem a ____.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: szót

We need the accusative case (-t) because 'the word' is the object of the verb 'értem'.

Which verb form is correct with 'a szót'?

Nem ____ a szót.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: értem

'Értem' is the definite first-person singular form, required by 'a szót'.

Match the response to the situation.

Someone says a word you've never heard before.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Nem értem a szót.

This is the appropriate phrase to signal vocabulary confusion.

Complete the dialogue.

A: Mit jelent a 'macska'? B: Nem tudod? A: Nem, ____.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: nem értem a szót

The speaker is asking about a specific word ('macska').

🎉 スコア: /4

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4 問題
Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase. Fill Blank A1

Nem értem a ____.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: szót

We need the accusative case (-t) because 'the word' is the object of the verb 'értem'.

Which verb form is correct with 'a szót'? Choose A2

Nem ____ a szót.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: értem

'Értem' is the definite first-person singular form, required by 'a szót'.

Match the response to the situation. situation_matching A1

Someone says a word you've never heard before.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Nem értem a szót.

This is the appropriate phrase to signal vocabulary confusion.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A1

A: Mit jelent a 'macska'? B: Nem tudod? A: Nem, ____.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: nem értem a szót

The speaker is asking about a specific word ('macska').

🎉 スコア: /4

よくある質問

10 問

Because it is the object of the sentence. In Hungarian, objects get a '-t' ending.

No, that's plural and missing the object marker. You would say 'Nem értem a szavakat'.

Not at all! It is a very neutral and helpful phrase for learners.

Just say 'Nem értem' or 'Nem értem a mondatot'.

Follow up with 'Mit jelent?' (What does it mean?).

Because 'a szót' is a definite object (it has 'a' before it), so the verb must use the definite conjugation.

Yes, it's a great way to ask about slang words you hear.

You can just say 'Ezt a szót?' with a questioning tone.

It can also mean 'speech' or 'voice' in certain contexts, but usually it means 'word'.

Say 'Nem értem ezt a szót' and point to it or ask them to write it down ('Leírná?').

関連フレーズ

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Mit jelent?

builds on

What does it mean?

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Nem értem.

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I don't understand.

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Hogy mondják...?

specialized form

How do they say...?

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Ismételje meg, kérem.

similar

Repeat it, please.

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