Using Copula to Connect Subjects and Predicates:

In Hungarian, the copula 'be' is used to connect subjects and predicates in sentences. The copula 'be' corresponds to the English verbs 'to be' or 'is, am, are'. It expresses a state of being or existence. Here are the main cases when you should use the copula 'be' in Hungarian sentences:

1. Identifying Equality:

   • When stating that two things or entities are the same or equal, use the copula 'be'.
   • Example: A kutya sárga. (The dog is yellow.)
   • Example: Péter és Mária testvérek. (Peter and Maria are siblings.)

2. Describing Characteristics:

   • When describing the characteristics or qualities of something or someone, use the copula 'be'.
   • Example: A virágok színesek. (The flowers are colorful.)
   • Example: Az alma finom. (The apple is delicious.)

3. Expressing Occupation or Profession:

   • When stating someone's occupation or profession, use the copula 'be'.
   • Example: Péter orvos. (Peter is a doctor.)
   • Example: Anna tanár. (Anna is a teacher.)

4. Talking about Nationality:

   • When mentioning someone's nationality, use the copula 'be'.
   • Example: János magyar. (János is Hungarian.)
   • Example: Eva német. (Eva is German.)

5. Indicating Time and Date:

   • When indicating time or date, use the copula 'be'.
   • Example: Most péntek van. (It is Friday now.)
   • Example: Ma december 20-a van. (Today is December 20th.)

Remember that in Hungarian, the copula 'be' is often omitted in present tense sentences when it can be inferred from the context. However, it is important to use it in other tenses and when additional emphasis or clarity is needed. Practice using the copula 'be' in these contexts to improve your Hungarian sentence construction skills.