Meaning
A market with low prices.
Cultural Background
The 'Vásárcsarnok' (Market Hall) is a point of pride. Even the 'cheap' ones are often architectural gems. Markets here often feature 'őstermelők' (original producers) where 'olcsó' means direct-from-farm prices. The 'Ecseri piac' is the most famous 'olcsó piac' for antiques and curiosities. In villages, the 'piac' might only happen once a week, making it the social event of the week.
Cash is King
At an olcsó piac, always bring cash (forint). Many stalls don't accept cards.
Check the Scale
Sometimes 'cheap' means they might try to weigh things quickly. Keep an eye on the scale!
Meaning
A market with low prices.
Cash is King
At an olcsó piac, always bring cash (forint). Many stalls don't accept cards.
Check the Scale
Sometimes 'cheap' means they might try to weigh things quickly. Keep an eye on the scale!
Go Late
Arrive 30 minutes before closing. Vendors often drop prices even further to clear stock.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word.
Ez a ______ piac nagyon jó.
We need the basic adjective form to modify the noun 'piac'.
Which sentence is correct?
Where are you going?
The verb 'megyek' (I go) requires the -ra/-re (onto/to) suffix.
Match the Hungarian phrase to its English meaning.
Match the pairs:
Vocabulary check for shopping terms.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Hol vettél ilyen szép paprikát? B: Az ______ ______.
The context 'where did you buy it' requires the location suffix -on.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
What to find at an Olcsó Piac
Food
- • alma
- • paprika
- • krumpli
Clothes
- • póló
- • nadrág
- • cipő
Practice Bank
4 exercisesEz a ______ piac nagyon jó.
We need the basic adjective form to modify the noun 'piac'.
Where are you going?
The verb 'megyek' (I go) requires the -ra/-re (onto/to) suffix.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Vocabulary check for shopping terms.
A: Hol vettél ilyen szép paprikát? B: Az ______ ______.
The context 'where did you buy it' requires the location suffix -on.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questionsNo, it's a neutral description of a place with low prices.
Usually no. It specifically refers to physical markets. For online, use 'olcsó webshop'.
A 'piac' is regular (daily/weekly), a 'vásár' is often a larger, seasonal event.
It's not required, but at an 'olcsó piac', it's often possible for larger quantities.
Related Phrases
akciós áron
similarat a discounted price
jutányos vétel
synonyma bargain buy
drága áruház
contrastexpensive department store
bolhapiac
specialized formflea market
