Hungarian · Numbers & Time
Három
three
Beginnernumeral
Definition
The cardinal number representing three units.
Example
Három napja esik az eső.
It has been raining for three days.
Etymology
The Hungarian word 'Három' derives from the Proto-Finno-Ugric *kolme, which influenced the numeral systems of several Uralic languages. It reflects the deep historical roots within the Uralic family of languages.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in both spoken and written contexts, 'Három' is a basic numeral and is considered neutral in formality. It is commonly used across all regions of Hungary without significant dialectical variations.