Hungarian · Body & Health
Egészség
health
Beginnernoun
Definition
The state of being free from illness or injury.
Example
Az egészség a legfontosabb.
Health is the most important thing.
Etymology
'Egészség' comes from the word 'egész' (whole) and 'ség' (a suffix indicating state), which together connote 'health' as a state of wholeness or completeness.
How & Where It’s Used
'Egészség' is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in conversations about well-being and health. The term is widely understood across Hungary.
Cultural Note
Egészségedre! (To your health!) is also used as a toast when drinking.