Hungarian · Travel & Places
Folyó
river
Beginnernoun
Definition
A large natural stream of water flowing to the sea.
Example
A Duna Budán folyik keresztül.
The Danube flows through Buda.
Etymology
'Folyó' comes from the Old Hungarian term 'fóly', which describes flowing water. It emphasizes the movement aspect of rivers, which have been vital for transport and agriculture.
How & Where It’s Used
'Folyó' is found in both formal and informal registers, commonly in discussions relating to geography, ecology, and social life. It is uniformly recognized across different regions.