Hungarian · Food & Drink
Leves
soup
Beginnernoun
Definition
A liquid food made by boiling ingredients in water.
Example
Hideg időben levest eszek.
I eat soup in cold weather.
Etymology
'Leves' comes from the verb 'leválni', meaning 'to separate', referring to the separation of liquid from solids. The term has evolved to primarily denote broth or soup in Hungarian culinary practice.
How & Where It’s Used
'Leves' is a staple in both formal dining and informal settings, widely used in everyday conversations. It is commonly featured in recipes and menus across Hungary.