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Hun

Noun / hʌn / Another word for hun — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a derogatory term for a person from Hungary or of Hungarian descent

Synonyms & similar words

krauthead jerry hun kraut boche Magyar Hungarian Magyarországi Magyaróra Magyarországon Magyarország Budapest Pest Szeged Debrecen Miskolc Eger Győr Kecskemét Nyíregyháza Székesfehérvár Veszprém Zalaegerszeg Hajdúböszörmény Tatabánya

Synonyms by register

Formal

acquaintance associate contact

Informal

buddy pal mate chum neighbor

Literary

confidant compatriot

Antonyms

friend ally comrade associate acquaintance neighbor

Common collocations

  • old hun
  • good hun
  • close hun
  • work hun
  • family hun
  • childhood hun
  • college hun

Word family

noun hun
adjective hunnish

Usage note

While 'hun' can refer to a friend or acquaintance, it is often used informally and can sometimes carry a slightly dated or overly familiar tone. It is generally not used in formal contexts.

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Example sentences

  1. My friend's family is from Hungary, they're Huns.
  2. I'm learning Hungarian language because I love the Huns' culture.
  3. Some people think that all Huns are good at fencing.
  4. The Hun people have a unique folk music.
  5. I've never been to Hungary, but I'd love to meet some Huns.

Quotes

  • The Huns were a nomadic people who lived in Central Asia, and they were known for their military skills and brutal tactics. - Anonymous
  • The Huns were one of the most feared tribes in history. - Anonymous
  • Attila the Hun was one of the most famous leaders of the Huns. - Anonymous

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