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Why do we use "Az" for "üzlet" but "a" for "ház"?
In Hungarian, if a noun starts with a vowel (like üzlet does), we use Az as the definite article. If it starts with a consonant (like ház does), we use a. Hence, we say Az üzlet but a ház.
Why is "mellett" placed after "ház"?
In Hungarian, mellett is a postposition that means next to or beside. Postpositions in Hungarian typically come after the noun rather than before it, which is different from English prepositions.
Do we always need to include "van" at the end of such sentences?
When expressing a location (where something is) in the third person singular, Hungarian requires the form of the verb van at the end of the sentence. In casual speech, the verb can sometimes be omitted in the third person plural for describing location (e.g., "Ott vannak"), but for the singular, it’s usually kept to sound natural.
Can we say "bolt" instead of "üzlet"?
Yes, bolt also means a shop or store, but üzlet may sound a bit more formal or broader in meaning (it can also mean a business). In everyday conversation, you’ll often hear bolt for a regular shop, but seeing üzlet is quite common too.
Is there any difference in word order if we say "A ház mellett van az üzlet"?
The basic meaning remains the same. Hungarian word order is relatively flexible, so A ház mellett van az üzlet also conveys that the store is next to the house. However, starting with Az üzlet puts more emphasis on the store, while A ház mellett first sets the location. Both are correct, but the nuance shifts slightly depending on what you want to emphasize.
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