Hungarian · Numbers & Time
Négy
four
Beginnernumeral
Definition
The cardinal number representing four units.
Example
Négy szék van az asztalnál.
There are four chairs at the table.
Etymology
The numeral 'Négy' comes from the Proto-Finno-Ugric *neljä, showing connections to other Uralic languages where similar forms exist. Its development reflects a consistent evolution of counting systems across the region.
How & Where It’s Used
Commonly used both in spoken and written language, 'Négy' is neutral in register and widely recognized throughout Hungary, across various contexts such as education and everyday conversation.