Hungarian · Travel & Places
Autó
car
Beginnernoun
Definition
A road vehicle powered by an engine.
Example
Az autóm a parkolóban van.
My car is in the parking lot.
Etymology
'Autó' is derived from the Greek word 'αὐτός' (autós), meaning 'self', and is a shortening of 'automobile'. It reflects the self-propelled nature of the vehicle and was adopted in Hungarian in the early 20th century.
How & Where It’s Used
Commonly used in both informal and formal registers, 'autó' is found in everyday language as well as in written forms such as advertisements and legal documents. It is uniformly understood across Hungary.