Dictionary
English - Hungarian
Hallway
ˈhɔlˌweɪ
Extremely common
800 - 900
800 - 900
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
folyosó, előszoba
Hallway meanings in Hungarian
folyosó
Example:
The hallway was decorated with beautiful paintings.
A folyosót gyönyörű festmények díszítették.
Please wait for me in the hallway.
Kérlek, várj rám a folyosón.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in both residential and institutional settings, such as schools, offices, and homes.
Note: The word 'folyosó' can refer to any corridor or passage in a building.
előszoba
Example:
The hallway leads to the living room and kitchen.
Az előszoba a nappaliba és a konyhába vezet.
She hung her coat in the hallway.
A kabátját az előszobában akasztotta fel.
Usage: informalContext: Often used in homes to describe an entryway or small corridor leading to other rooms.
Note: While 'előszoba' can refer to a hallway, it often implies an entrance area or vestibule.
Hallway's synonyms
corridor
A corridor is a long passage in a building with doors leading to rooms on either side. It is often used interchangeably with 'hallway' in everyday language.
Example: The students walked down the long corridor to get to their classrooms.
Note: Corridor typically implies a longer, narrower passageway compared to a hallway.
passage
A passage is a narrow way allowing access between buildings or rooms. It can also refer to a section of a written work.
Example: The passage connecting the two wings of the museum was beautifully decorated with artwork.
Note: Passage is a more general term that can refer to any kind of narrow way, not necessarily within a building.
aisle
An aisle is a passage between rows of seats in a building such as a church, theater, or classroom.
Example: The bride walked down the aisle of the church towards her groom.
Note: Aisle is commonly associated with seating areas and is often used in the context of events or ceremonies.
gallery
A gallery is a long room or building with a glass roof, typically used for displaying works of art.
Example: The art gallery was filled with paintings and sculptures from various artists.
Note: Gallery specifically refers to a space for displaying art or other exhibits, whereas a hallway is a general passage within a building.
Hallway expressions, common phrases
Narrow hallway
Refers to a hallway that is not wide or spacious.
Example: The narrow hallway was barely wide enough for two people to pass each other.
Note: Adding 'narrow' specifies the width of the hallway.
Echo in the hallway
Describes when sound bounces off the walls of a hallway, creating a repeated sound.
Example: Her voice echoed in the hallway, creating a haunting effect.
Note: The focus is on the sound reverberating in the hallway.
Run down the hallway
Means to move quickly or sprint through a hallway.
Example: The kids giggled as they ran down the hallway to their classroom.
Note: Emphasizes the action of running within the hallway space.
Dark hallway
Refers to a hallway with little or no light, often creating a sense of fear or mystery.
Example: She cautiously walked down the dark hallway, her heart racing.
Note: Highlights the lack of light in the hallway.
End of the hallway
Refers to the farthest point in a hallway.
Example: The exit was at the end of the hallway, providing a way out of the building.
Note: Indicates the furthest point within the hallway's length.
Hallway conversation
Refers to a brief or informal conversation that occurs in a hallway.
Example: They had a quick hallway conversation before heading to their respective meetings.
Note: Focuses on the setting and nature of the conversation.
Creepy hallway
Describes a hallway that elicits fear, unease, or discomfort.
Example: The old, creaky house had a creepy hallway that gave everyone chills.
Note: Emphasizes the unsettling or eerie atmosphere of the hallway.
Hallway everyday (slang) expressions
Hallway shuffle
Refers to the act of moving back and forth or side to side in a narrow hallway to make way for someone else.
Example: We had to do the hallway shuffle to avoid bumping into each other.
Note: The original term 'hallway' refers to a passage in a building, while 'hallway shuffle' specifically describes a movement pattern in that space.
Hallway chat
An informal conversation that takes place in a hallway, typically brief and casual.
Example: Let's have a quick hallway chat before the meeting starts.
Note: While 'chat' can happen anywhere, adding 'hallway' specifies the location and context of the conversation.
Hallway bottleneck
Refers to a situation where the hallway becomes congested or crowded, often slowing down the movement of people.
Example: There was a hallway bottleneck near the entrance, causing a delay.
Note: The term 'bottleneck' emphasizes the obstruction or constriction of flow in a specific location.
Hallway dash
Describes a fast or hurried movement through a hallway to reach a destination promptly.
Example: I had to do a quick hallway dash to get to my next class on time.
Note: While 'dash' implies speed, adding 'hallway' specifies the location and context of the swift movement.
Hallway huddle
Refers to a group gathering or meeting that takes place in a hallway for a specific purpose.
Example: The students formed a hallway huddle to discuss the project before entering the classroom.
Note: ‘Huddle’ typically involves a close gathering, but adding ‘hallway’ specifies the location of the gathering.
Hallway - Examples
The hallway was lined with pictures.
A folyosó tele volt képekkel.
She was waiting for him in the hallway.
Az előszobában várt rá.
The gang was dark and eerie.
A közlekedő sötét és hátborzongató volt.
Hallway grammar
Hallway - Adjective (Adjective) / Adjective (Adjective)
Lemma: hallway
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): hallways
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): hallway
Syllables, Separation and Stress
hallway Contains 2 syllables: hall • way
Phonetic transcription: ˈhȯl-ˌwā
hall way , ˈhȯl ˌwā (The red syllable is stressed)
Hallway - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
hallway: 800 - 900 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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