Meaning
To be deeply involved in something.
Cultural Background
Hungarians often take pride in being 'neck-deep' in work. It is a sign of being needed and being industrious. The phrase is often used with a sigh, reflecting a cultural tendency to acknowledge the hardships of life openly. Hungarians use this idiom to make light of terrible situations, often pairing it with 'pác' (marinade) to sound more ridiculous.
Use it for empathy
If a friend looks stressed, say 'Látom, nyakig benne vagy.' It sounds very natural and supportive.
Conjugation is key
Don't forget to change 'vagyok/vagy/van' or it will sound like 'Me neck-deep in work'.
Meaning
To be deeply involved in something.
Use it for empathy
If a friend looks stressed, say 'Látom, nyakig benne vagy.' It sounds very natural and supportive.
Conjugation is key
Don't forget to change 'vagyok/vagy/van' or it will sound like 'Me neck-deep in work'.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct form of 'benne van' to match the subject.
Én nyakig ______ a munkában.
The subject is 'Én' (I), so the verb must be 1st person singular.
Which sentence correctly uses the idiom?
Choose the correct sentence:
The idiom requires the -ban/-ben case ending on the noun.
Match the situation to the correct phrase.
You have 5 exams next week. You are...
Studying (tanulás) is the appropriate context for exams.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesÉn nyakig ______ a munkában.
The subject is 'Én' (I), so the verb must be 1st person singular.
Choose the correct sentence:
The idiom requires the -ban/-ben case ending on the noun.
You have 5 exams next week. You are...
Studying (tanulás) is the appropriate context for exams.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsYes, but mostly for 'Love' (szerelem). For other positive things, it might sound like the thing is a burden.
Not at all. It's informal but very common and socially acceptable in most settings.
Related Phrases
Nyakig ül a pácban
similarTo be in a real fix/mess.
Benne van a sűrűjében
similarTo be in the thick of it.
Füle botját sem mozgatja
contrastTo not lift a finger / not care.
