So, you’ve just started learning Hungarian. Congratulations!  Are you feeling excited? Confident? Or maybe a bit nervous and overwhelmed? That would be entirely understandable. When you decide to pick up a foreign language, it can be difficult to know where you should start.  But luckily for you, HungarianPod101.com has your back!  In this article, you’ll find 200+ basic Hungarian words for beginners. Memorizing these words will give you a solid vocabulary base to build upon, which will be super-important once you start trying to form sentences.  We’ve collected only the most common Hungarian words for beginners, so you won’t have to bother with words that are too advanced or not very useful. We’ve even categorized them to... Show more

Have you ever been lost for words or needed extra time to think about what to say? We’ve all been there.  Those natural pauses in conversation can easily become awkward or uncomfortable, though, which is where filler words come in. These are small words, expressions, or sounds that we use to "fill" those pauses in order to keep the conversation flowing and veil our momentary lapse.  Each spoken language has its own unique filler words. You’re probably familiar with fillers like "well," "you know," and "ehm" in English, but did you know that learning Hungarian filler words can greatly enhance your conversation skills as a student of the language?  In this article, HungarianPod101 will discuss fillers in more detail, introduce you... Show more

Learning how to negate is an essential part of studying a language. How else would you tell your friend that no, you’re not going to do their homework for them? Or tell your grandma that you don’t want any more soup after the third round?  It’s through negation that we’re able to fully express our emotions, give our honest opinions, and set healthy boundaries.  In this article, you’ll learn… ...how to make negative sentences in Hungarian....how to give negative responses to questions....how the double negative in Hungarian works....some useful words of negation you can start using right away.  Don’t worry—it’s easy as pie! (That said, you might want to read our article on Hungarian word order before you dig in…) ... Show more

What’s one of the first things you consider when determining whether to learn something new? If you’re like most people, you probably look at how long it will take to learn, how difficult it is, and whether it’s worth the investment.   If you’re reading this, odds are you want to start learning Hungarian but have not yet committed. You might be asking the all-too-common question: How long does it take to learn Hungarian?  While there’s no solid timeline for how long this process takes, there are estimates for each level (beginner, intermediate, and advanced) based on data from the Foreign Service Institute (FSI). In this article, we’ll take a look at these rough estimates and give you some useful tips on how to learn Hungarian... Show more

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where the perfect proverb could have hit hard like a meteor and left everybody speechless? We’ve all been there. But at HungarianPod101.com, we know that the words don’t always roll off the tongue so easily—especially when you’re trying to speak a foreign language! In this article, we’re going to cover thirty of the most common Hungarian proverbs and idioms. We’ve divided them into three categories, so you’ll find proverbs and idioms on life, love, and even money. These are phrases you’ll hear often while in Hungary, so memorizing them and learning how to use them will really help your language skills shine in any situation. → For even more great phrases to practice, we recommend checking... Show more

When preparing ourselves to go on a trip, we want to know everything about our destination, right? Right.  Knowing what a country or city has to offer before arriving helps us plan ahead and pack accordingly, allowing us to make the best of our vacation time!  One thing we recommend if you’re planning a trip to Budapest is to do your research on the best places to visit. Creating a list of the attractions you most want to see will ensure you don’t waste a precious minute of your stay in this intriguing city.  In this Budapest travel guide, we’ll make the research part easier for you. We’ve compiled a list of the top ten places to visit in Budapest, in addition to some useful pre-trip information and a list of common Hungarian... Show more

Over the years, globalization has made it more feasible than ever for countries all over the world to connect with each other. This interconnection allows different cultures and languages to influence each other, and major languages (such as English) have left an impression on countless other world languages. Nowadays, it’s increasingly common for languages to adopt entire English words and phrases. There are quite a few English words in the Hungarian language, classified as either loanwords or Hunglish.  Loanwords are words that have been integrated into the language with their original English meaning intact.Hunglish refers to English words that have entered the Hungarian language with different meanings or nuances. And it’s not... Show more

Have you ever been in a situation where everything lined up just right...but the perfect quote was missing? We’ve all been there. That’s why it’s important to become familiar with quotes and quips beforehand, so that when the time comes you know exactly what to say. Well, this is your lucky day! In this article, we’re going to list 45 quotes in Hungarian with translations so that you can find the perfect one for any occasion. Now you’ll never have to miss out on a quote opportunity. If some of these quotes seem familiar to you, it’s not just your mind playing tricks on you. We’ve intentionally translated several famous quotes in Hungarian from English so that the text wouldn’t be so alien to you. The rest of the quotes—those that are... Show more

Let’s talk business.  If you’re planning to start your own business in Hungary, want to find a job here, or need to talk with Hungarian clients or partners, you need to know how to speak the language. Knowing even a few basic phrases can give you a huge advantage in the business world—and that’s exactly what you’re going to learn today. Of course, in addition to knowing Hungarian business phrases, it’s important that you have a solid understanding of other Hungarian basics. To help you with this, HungarianPod101.com has created an Absolute Beginner Pathway to get you started in the right direction.  But if you’re already confident in your everyday Hungarian skills and feel like you can get onboard with business Hungarian, you’re... Show more

Have you ever left a group conversation without saying anything? It was pretty awkward, right?  Knowing the best parting words for a given situation is a crucial aspect of smooth communication in any language. To give you a hand, today we’re going to show you several different ways to say goodbye in Hungarian. With enough study and practice, you’ll never be at a loss for words again!  The key to success is establishing the basics, and HungarianPod101.com is the perfect companion for this task. If you read our articles on How to Say Hello in Hungarian and How to Introduce Yourself in Hungarian, you’re already off to a great start. Within this article lies the final link you need to have a complete conversation! Start with a bonus, and... Show more