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What Does This Hungarian Saying Mean? "More Was Lost At Mohács!"

• 26 Aug 2025 3:24 PM

The local saying is often used in difficult times to put a situation in perspective, as it basically means "Worse things have happened". The saying is drawn from Hungarian history, specifically the disaster at Mohács, where Hungary suffered a devastating defeat after an unstoppable attack by the Ottoman Empire.

The Battle of Mohács was fought on 29 August 1526 in Hungary between the forces of the Kingdom of Hungary and its allies, led by Louis II, and those of the Ottoman Empire, led by Suleiman the Magnificent.

The terrible defeat occurred following several poor political and strategic decisions on Hungary's part at that time, and this moment is considered a turning point in Hungarian history when Hungary's rise reached a crucial juncture.

The Hungarian words for 'More Was Lost At Mohács' is 'Több is veszett Mohácsnál'.

If a Hungarian says it to you they’re acknowledging that a situation is unfortunate but are reminding you that worse things have happened. It’s a way of expressing that life will continue, and this particular setback, while difficult, is not catastrophic.

Overall, the saying suggests that while the current situation is challenging, it pales in comparison to greater tragedies in history.

See the video below to know more about this historic battle
/ click here for more about the Battle of Mohács.

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