Hungarian · Nature & Environment
Madár
bird
Beginnernoun
Definition
A warm-blooded vertebrate with feathers and wings.
Example
A madarak tavasszal visszatérnek.
The birds return in spring.
Etymology
'Madár' comes from the Proto-Uralic word *m̥ätr, meaning 'bird.' The term has remained consistent in form and meaning throughout the history of the Hungarian language.
How & Where It’s Used
'Madár' is used across both spoken and written Hungarian, fitting into informal conversation, poetry, and folklore. There are no significant regional differences in usage.
Literary Heritage
The word appears in classic poems, such as those by Miklós Radnóti, often symbolizing freedom and the natural world.