Hungarian · Family & People

Fiú

boy / son

Beginnernoun

Definition

A male child or a son.

Example

A fiam öt éves.

My son is five years old.

Etymology

'Fiú' derives from the Latin 'filius', highlighting the influence of Latin on Hungarian language reflective of family structures and relations.

How & Where It’s Used

'Fiú' is used widely in both spoken and written contexts across various situations, from everyday conversation to formal discussions, without significant regional variations.

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