Word
A tanár választ ad.
Meaning
The teacher gives an answer.
Part of speech
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Pronunciation
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Questions & Answers about A tanár választ ad.
Is választ here a noun or the verb that means “chooses”?
It’s the noun válasz (answer) marked with the accusative -t: választ = “an answer” as a direct object. It is not the verb választ (he/she chooses). The following verb ad (gives) shows that választ is the object here.
Why does válasz become választ?
Hungarian marks a direct object with the accusative suffix -t. For many polysyllabic nouns ending in -sz, the -t attaches directly: válasz → választ. Do not insert a linking vowel here (so not “válaszot”).
Why is there no egy before választ? Would egy választ be wrong?
Hungarian often omits egy with a non-specific direct object: választ ad is perfectly normal. Adding egy is possible but adds a nuance like “one (single/particular) answer” or places emphasis on the numeral idea of “one.”
Why is the object placed before the verb (… választ ad)?
In neutral sentences with a non-specific (indefinite) object, Hungarian typically places the object immediately before the verb: Subject – Object – Verb. Hence: A tanár választ ad. This is the default, not emphasis.
Can I say A tanár ad választ instead? Is it wrong?