Meaning
The act of operating a vehicle.
Cultural Background
The 'jogosítvány' (license) is a major status symbol for young people, but the exam is very strict. Many people fail the first time. Driving in the capital is often avoided due to heavy traffic and expensive parking; many prefer the tram or metro. In villages, 'autót vezetni' is essential as public transport is less frequent. Drivers often flash their hazard lights for a few blinks to say 'thank you' to someone who let them in.
The Accusative Rule
Always add '-t' to 'autó'. It's the most common mistake for beginners!
Don't Drink and Drive
Hungary has a zero-tolerance policy (zéró tolerancia) for alcohol while driving.
Meaning
The act of operating a vehicle.
The Accusative Rule
Always add '-t' to 'autó'. It's the most common mistake for beginners!
Don't Drink and Drive
Hungary has a zero-tolerance policy (zéró tolerancia) for alcohol while driving.
Use 'Kocsi' to sound native
In casual conversation, say 'kocsit vezetek' instead of 'autót vezetek'.
The 'Kocs' Connection
Impress Hungarians by knowing that the word for car/coach comes from the village of Kocs!
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing suffix for the object.
Péter autó___ vezet.
The object 'autó' needs the accusative suffix '-t'.
Which sentence means 'I can drive'?
Válassza ki a helyes mondatot!
'Tudok' means 'I can' or 'I know how to'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Mit csinálsz? B: Most ______ vezetek.
The verb 'vezet' requires an accusative object.
Match the phrase to the situation.
When would you say 'Bocs, most autót vezetek'?
It's a common way to tell someone you can't talk because you are driving.
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Visual Learning Aids
Autó vs. Kocsi
Practice Bank
4 exercisesPéter autó___ vezet.
The object 'autó' needs the accusative suffix '-t'.
Válassza ki a helyes mondatot!
'Tudok' means 'I can' or 'I know how to'.
A: Mit csinálsz? B: Most ______ vezetek.
The verb 'vezet' requires an accusative object.
When would you say 'Bocs, most autót vezetek'?
It's a common way to tell someone you can't talk because you are driving.
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Frequently Asked Questions
12 questionsIt is neutral. It works in almost any context.
Yes, but 'autót vezetek' is more common when emphasizing the object.
'Autó' is more standard/formal, 'kocsi' is more common in daily speech.
If you just say 'Vezetek' (I drive), you don't need 'autót' if the context is clear.
Tanulok autót vezetni.
It is 'autót'. The 'ó' is a long vowel and doesn't need a linking vowel.
Yes, 'hajót vezetni' is correct.
A driver is a 'vezető' or more commonly a 'sofőr'.
Nincs jogosítványom.
The rules are strict, but the roads are generally good.
It can mean to lead a group, to conduct electricity, or to be in the lead in a race.
Yes, but it's more archaic or implies driving fast/hard.
Related Phrases
Jogosítvány
builds onDriver's license
Kocsit vezetni
synonymTo drive a car (informal)
Sofőr
similarDriver
Forgalom
similarTraffic
Gépjárművezetés
specialized formMotor vehicle driving
