mikor

§ What does 'mikor' mean?

The Hungarian word mikor means 'when' in English. It's an adverb, which means it tells you more about a verb, adjective, or another adverb. In simple terms, it helps you ask or talk about time. Think of it as a direct question about time.

DEFINITION

When

§ When do people use 'mikor'?

You use mikor in a few main ways:

• To ask questions about time.
• In statements when you're talking about a point in time.
• Sometimes in more complex sentences that connect ideas about time.

Let's look at some examples to make this super clear. You'll see mikor usually at the beginning of a question, just like 'when' in English.

This translates to 'When are you coming?' It's a simple, direct question. The 'jössz' part means 'you come'.

Here, you're asking 'When is the meeting?' 'Van' means 'is' (in the sense of existence, like 'there is'), and 'a találkozó' means 'the meeting'.

It's also used in statements that aren't questions, but still refer to 'when' something happens. This is often in a subordinate clause, meaning it's part of a bigger sentence.

This means 'I don't know when he/she will arrive.' 'Nem tudom' is 'I don't know', and 'érkezik' is 'arrives'.

Pay attention to how the sentence structure changes a bit compared to English. In Hungarian, the word order can be more flexible, but for questions with mikor, it's quite similar to English 'when'.

Here's another one:

This translates to 'Will you tell me when the train departs?' 'Megmondod' means 'you will tell me', 'indul' means 'departs', and 'a vonat' is 'the train'.

§ Practice using 'mikor'

The best way to get comfortable with mikor is to use it. Try to form some simple questions in your head. When you hear Hungarian, listen out for mikor and see how it's used in context. It's a foundational word for talking about time, so mastering it early will help you a lot.

Alright, let's talk about the Hungarian word mikor. It's super useful and basically means "when". You'll hear it all the time, everywhere. This isn't a fancy word; it's a workhorse. Let's break down how you'll actually encounter mikor in real life situations, whether you're at work, school, or just listening to the news.

§ Asking About Time and Events

The most common use of mikor is simply to ask "when?" It's straightforward. Think about all the times you ask about timing in English – meeting times, bus schedules, when something starts or finishes. Hungarian uses mikor for all of that.

This translates to "When is the meeting?" or "What time is the meeting?" You'd hear this in a work setting constantly. It's direct and to the point.

Here, it's "When does the train depart?" You'd use this at a train station or when checking a schedule. It's practical information you need to know.

§ In Complex Sentences and Subordinate Clauses

Mikor also works to connect ideas, especially when you're talking about an event happening relative to another. Think of it as "when" in the sense of "at the time that."

This means "I remember when we first met." This kind of sentence pops up in casual conversation, reminiscing about past events. It's a natural way to talk about time in relation to personal history.

Here, it's "I don't know when he/she is coming back." You might say this at work if a colleague is out, or at home talking about a family member.

§ In News and Formal Contexts

Even in news reports or more formal discussions, mikor is used to establish timelines or question timings of events. It maintains its straightforward "when" meaning.

This translates to "According to the report, when did the incident happen?" You can imagine a journalist or a police officer asking this. It's about getting factual information about an event's timing.

Remember:

While mikor is usually for asking "when?" you might also hear "hány órakor?" (at what hour?) if you're specifically asking about the clock time. Mikor is more general, referring to the time frame or point in time.

§ Common Phrases with 'Mikor'

Here are a few more common ways you'll hear mikor:

• Mikor van nyitva?

  (When is it open?) - Super useful for shops, museums, etc.

• Mikor jössz haza?

  (When are you coming home?) - A common question in any household.

• Onnantól, mikor elkezdtem tanulni...

  (From when I started learning...) - A good way to mark the beginning of a period.

So, there you have it. Mikor is a basic but essential word. Pay attention to how Hungarians use it in everyday conversations, and you'll quickly get the hang of it. It's not complicated, just get used to hearing and using it.