Ungarn
/ˈʊŋɡaʁn/neuter
The English phrase 'Hungary' is translated into German as Ungarn.
The word Ungarn is used to refer to the country of Hungary.
Meaning: the country (name)
How does it change in a sentence?
Ungarn is a neuter noun.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈʊŋɡaʁn/
Did you know?
- If you are traveling to Ungarn, you will notice that the local name for the country, Magyarország, is completely different from the German name.
- The word Ungarn can actually function as a plural noun to refer to the Hungarian people collectively, not just the land.
- The German name Ungarn is closely related to the Latin Ungaria, which was used in medieval European cartography.
Examples in context
- Wir leben in Ungarn.We live in Hungary.This sentence is useful for saying where you live.Tatoeba #8082724 by Luiaard, translation #4411455 by vertigo93
- Ich komme aus Ungarn.I am from Hungary.This sentence is useful for stating your place of origin.Tatoeba #8225087 by Luiaard, translation #10314862 by timur_seber
- In Ungarn war ich noch nie.I've never been to Hungary.This sentence is useful for expressing that you have never visited the country.Tatoeba #10714182 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #10713525 by shekitten
- Unser Unternehmen plant eine Geschäftsreise nach Ungarn.Our company is planning a business trip to Hungary.
- Der Vertrag wurde zwischen der Bundesrepublik Deutschland und dem Königreich Ungarn unterzeichnet.The treaty was signed between the Federal Republic of Germany and the Kingdom of Hungary.
- Ungarn ist bekannt für seine reiche Kultur und Geschichte.Hungary is known for its rich culture and history.
- Hast du schon mal in Ungarn Urlaub gemacht?Have you ever been on vacation in Hungary?
- Ich plane eine Reise nach Ungarn, um die schönen Thermalbäder zu besuchen.I am planning a trip to Hungary to visit the beautiful thermal baths.
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Example conversation
Two friends are talking about their travel plans in a cafe.
- JuliaMöchtest du nach Ungarn reisen?Would you like to travel to Hungary?
- FelixJa, Ungarn ist sehr schön.Yes, Hungary is very beautiful.
- JuliaFelix, hast du dort schon Urlaub gemacht?Felix, have you already vacationed there?
- FelixNein, aber ich plane eine Reise.No, but I am planning a trip.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “hungary” translations and entries Ungarn, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Ungarn, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
