sertést

Sertés is a Hungarian noun that means pig, and by extension pork when referred to as meat. Sertést is the accusative singular form of sertés, used when the pig or its meat is the direct object of a verb. In everyday language, sertést can appear in sentences such as Megfőzzük a sertést or Sertést vásároltunk, where it marks the object of the action.

In practice, sertés can denote either the animal or, less commonly by itself, pork as meat, depending on context. For meat, speakers more often use sertéshús to avoid ambiguity, as sertéshús explicitly means pork meat. The form sertést is more likely to be found in sentences where the animal or meat is being acted upon, such as slaughter, preparation, or cooking, and it agrees with definite-object usage in Hungarian grammar.

Culturally and culinarily, pork is a common ingredient in Hungarian cuisine. Traditional dishes frequently feature pork or pork products, including stews, roasts, and sausages. Regional specialties vary, but pork remains a staple in many households and markets. Food safety and regulation apply to pork like other meats, with guidance on proper handling, storage, and thorough cooking to reduce health risks.

See also: Hungarian language, Hungarian cuisine, pork industry, food safety.