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Common coordinating conjunctions Exercises in Hungarian language
Coordinating conjunctions play a vital role in connecting words, phrases, and clauses, helping to create more complex and nuanced sentences. In Hungarian, just like in English, these conjunctions are crucial for effective communication. By mastering common coordinating conjunctions such as "és" (and), "vagy" (or), "de" (but), and "mert" (because), learners can significantly enhance their language skills, making their speech and writing more fluid and coherent. Understanding how to properly use these connectors will not only improve your grammar but also allow you to express a wider range of ideas with greater clarity.
Hungarian coordinating conjunctions are unique in their usage and rules, which can differ significantly from English. For instance, while English often uses conjunctions at the beginning of sentences for emphasis, Hungarian typically places them within the sentence structure. Additionally, some Hungarian conjunctions may combine with other words to form compound conjunctions, adding another layer of complexity. This set of exercises is designed to help you navigate these nuances, providing you with practical examples and opportunities to practice, so you can confidently use coordinating conjunctions in your Hungarian conversations and writing.
Exercise 1
<p>1. Szeretem a teát *és* a kávét is (coordinating conjunction for "and").</p>
<p>2. Ma nem esett az eső, *de* hideg volt (coordinating conjunction for contrast).</p>
<p>3. Otthon vagyok, *mert* beteg vagyok (coordinating conjunction for cause).</p>
<p>4. Elmegyek futni, *vagy* otthon maradok (coordinating conjunction for choice).</p>
<p>5. Szeretem az almát, *és* a banánt is (coordinating conjunction for addition).</p>
<p>6. Nemcsak süt a nap, *hanem* meleg is van (coordinating conjunction for "but also").</p>
<p>7. Megcsinálom a házi feladatot, *ha* lesz időm (coordinating conjunction for condition).</p>
<p>8. Elmentünk kirándulni, *mert* szép idő volt (coordinating conjunction for reason).</p>
<p>9. Nem szereti a telet, *de* a havat igen (coordinating conjunction for contrast).</p>
<p>10. Szeretnék elmenni moziba, *vagy* sétálni egyet (coordinating conjunction for choice).</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. Szeretem a teát, *de* a kávét iszom reggelente (contrast between tea and coffee).</p>
<p>2. Megvettük a jegyeket, *és* elmentünk a moziba (joining two actions).</p>
<p>3. Nemcsak szép, *hanem* okos is (not only something but also something else).</p>
<p>4. Maradunk itthon, *vagy* elmegyünk sétálni (choice between staying at home or going for a walk).</p>
<p>5. Nem esett, *hanem* sütött a nap (instead of one thing, another happened).</p>
<p>6. Siettem, *mert* elkéstem a találkozóról (reason for hurrying).</p>
<p>7. Nem tudom, *hogy* jössz-e ma este (expressing uncertainty).</p>
<p>8. Tanulnom kell, *mivel* holnap vizsga lesz (reason for needing to study).</p>
<p>9. Nemcsak ő, *hanem* én is elmentem a buliba (both someone and I went to the party).</p>
<p>10. Elmentem a boltba, *de* nem vettem semmit (contrast between going to the store and not buying anything).</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. Szeretek olvasni, *de* nincs időm rá (contrast).</p>
<p>2. Elmentem a boltba, *mert* elfogyott a tej (reason).</p>
<p>3. Tanulok spanyolul, *és* franciául is (addition).</p>
<p>4. Nem akarok moziba menni, *hanem* itthon maradok (instead).</p>
<p>5. Siettem, *de* lekéstem a buszt (contrast).</p>
<p>6. Vagy te főzöl, *vagy* én (alternative).</p>
<p>7. Kérlek, hívd fel őt, *mert* szükségem van rá (reason).</p>
<p>8. Szomjas vagyok, *de* nincs nálam víz (contrast).</p>
<p>9. Nemcsak almát vettem, *hanem* banánt is (addition).</p>
<p>10. Szeretek úszni, *és* futni is (addition).</p>