Hi, everybody! In this lesson, you'll learn some important phrases for Christmas in Hungary and some valuable cultural tips. |
In Hungarian, Christmas is called... |
karácsony |
[slowly] karácsony |
This is one of the most important Christian holidays in Hungary. |
Hungarian children receive gifts twice during the Christmas season - first on December the 6th and again on Christmas day. Families gather together and enjoy festive dinners on Christmas Eve. |
On karácsony, or "Christmas Day," Hungarian people greet each other by saying Boldog karácsonyt! |
(slow) Boldog karácsonyt! |
It means "Merry Christmas!" |
When you meet someone on Christmas day, be sure to greet them with this phrase. |
Hungarian people celebrate the holiday with their own special events and customs. The most popular food to eat on Christmas is... |
halászlé |
(slow) halászlé |
It means "fish soup." |
Fish soup is popularly served for Christmas dinner. |
Freshwater fish is most often used in the soup. It's accompanied by stuffed cabbage and a special roll cake for dessert. |
Let's wrap up this lesson by recapping what you've learned. Listen to the words and repeat after me. |
"Christmas" |
karácsony |
* beep |
karácsony |
"Merry Christmas" |
Boldog karácsonyt! |
* beep |
Boldog karácsonyt! |
"soup" |
halászlé |
* beep |
halászlé |
Well done! [pause] Here's a fun fact! What is the reason behind the Hungarian custom of eating fish during Christmas? |
Dishes such as fish soup or fried fish are popular Christmas dinner fare. The reason behind this is that fish and fishing are the traditional Christian symbols of Jesus Christ. |
You just learned about how Hungarian people celebrate Christmas and some important facts about the holiday. |
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