fakopáncs
[ˈfɒkopaːnt͡ʃ]
The English word "woodpecker" is translated into Hungarian as fakopáncs or harkály.
Meaning: bird in Picidae (noun)
Ways to say it
| Hungarian | IPA |
|---|---|
| fakopáncs | [ˈfɒkopaːnt͡ʃ] (narrow) |
| harkály | [ˈhɒrkaːj] (narrow) |
Both terms refer to a bird in the family Picidae.
Did you know?
- The word harkály is an ancient term derived from Proto-Ugric, meaning it shares a common root with the languages of the Mansi and Khanty peoples of Siberia.
- In Hungarian folk culture, the woodpecker is sometimes seen as a symbol of persistence and hard work due to its tireless drumming on trees.
- The word fakopáncs is a compound of 'fa' (tree) and 'kopáncs', a term used for birds that peck or scratch.
Examples in context
- Látod azt a dereglyét a fán?Can you see that woodpecker in the tree?
Example conversation
László and Anna are walking in the forest.
- LászlóHallod azt a zajt, Anna?Do you hear that noise, Anna?
- AnnaIgen, ez biztos egy fakopáncs.Yes, that must be a woodpecker.
- LászlóHol van az a madár?Where is that bird?
- AnnaOtt van a régi tölgyfán!It is there on the old oak tree!
Sources
- Wiktionary, “woodpecker” translations and entries fakopáncs, harkály, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries fakopáncs, harkály, CC BY-SA 4.0.
