5 sentences to learn before coming to Hungary! – Part II.
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Continuing our series of articles, here are another five phrases that you might find helpful when you come to Hungary. Whether you speak a few words in Hungarian or none at all, these easy-to-learn sentences will make your stay much easier and more comfortable. Again, we have provided their phonetical transcriptions.
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Hol találom a mosdót? – Where can I find the restrooms?
It happens to the best of us, especially during summer, that we drink too much water and miscalculate the time it would take for us to get back to the hotel. In cases like this, fortunately, there are many places we can run for help: restaurants, bars, McDonald’s. Ask the following questions from a member of staff:
- Hol találom a mosdót? /hol tɒlaːlom ɒ moʒdoːt?/
Since the answer to this is usually not too complicated, there is a good chance the person will kindly show you the way to the restrooms.
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Egy tányér gulyást szeretnék kérni. – I would like a plate of goulash, please.
Of course, you can replace the word “gulyás” with any kind of meal you would like to eat. However, since many people are eager to try the widely-known Hungarian goulash, especially during their very first stay in the country, we have chosen this as an example. When the waiter comes to take your order, just say the following:
The five sentences that people visiting Hungary REALLY need to learn are not ones that can be published (too rude) but are the most useful.
Most people in Hungary say ‘WC’ not ‘mosdó’: Even though they have no idea that ‘WC’ is an abbreviation for ‘Water Closet’. Hungarians in Hungary use lots of English words or abbreviations without having a clue what they mean.