Do you want to improve your Hungarian or start from scratch? You came to the right place! Our tutors at HungarianPod101.com make sure that learners of all levels succeed in studying this challenging but beautiful language. The key to success is verb usage, as verbs serve as the core of any sentence. This makes mastering the basic Hungarian verbs—from the Hungarian verb "to be" and beyond—essential. The aim of this article is to familiarize you with the most common Hungarian verbs that people in Hungary use often. You’ll also learn how to conjugate Hungarian verbs.  We’re going to cover the basics in writing, but the pronunciation of a word is just as important as the spelling. Thus, we’ve collected the 25 most commonly used verbs of... Show more

Are you a total beginner or a confident rookie in the Hungarian language? Would you like to test your knowledge or improve your skills? We at the HungarianPod101.com family offer you all the materials you need to take your Hungarian to the next level! A good way to strengthen your foundation is to gain a clear picture of Hungarian pronouns and how they work. They can be very confusing due to the number of suffixes involved, so we’ve collected the basic Hungarian pronouns for you with explanations and examples:  Hungarian personal pronounsHungarian demonstrative pronounsHungarian interrogative pronounsHungarian indefinite pronounsHungarian relative pronouns Phew, that’s a lot!  Using pronouns in Hungarian is one of the most basic... Show more

Do you remember the moment you fell in love with languages? Do you desire to learn or advance in Hungarian quickly and effectively? Then you need a Hungarian tutor. A common question that first-time language-learners ask is "Where do I begin?" The answer? Guidance. For native English-speakers who want to learn Asian languages, for example, timelines provided by the U.S. Foreign Service Institute can appear discouraging. However, defeating these odds is not unheard of. If you want to beat the odds yourself, one of the best learning options is a subscription to Premium PLUS from Innovative Language. As an active Premium PLUS member of JapanesePod101.com and KoreanClass101.com myself, I have an enjoyable experience learning at an... Show more

If you’ve read our previous articles, you probably know everything about the very core of Hungarian: basic nouns, adverbs, and verbs. Moreover, you’re probably familiar with the spelling and pronunciation of words. If you somehow missed the articles covering these topics, head over to HungarianPod101.com as soon as possible. Today, we’re going to introduce you to another crucial topic: Hungarian word order. It’s pretty clear why you need to learn about sentence structure in Hungarian (or any language, really). In some languages—Hungarian among them—the meaning of your sentence changes based on the order of the words. That’s why you need to know the Hungarian language word order and be very careful when forming sentences.  In this... Show more

Looking for new ways to develop your Hungarian language knowledge? We at the HungarianPod101.com family believe that one of the best ways is to master the art of telling the time in Hungarian. Knowing how to tell the time is essential if you want to succeed in speaking a foreign language, and telling the time in Hungarian is no exception. Whether you’re on the street, with a friend, in a business meeting, or at the airport, it’s vital for you to know how to tell the time in Hungarian.That’s exactly why we’ve decided to put together a sweet guide which teaches you everything you’ll need on this topic. Read our article and learn everyday expressions, such as "a.m." and "p.m." in Hungarian, "o’clock" in Hungarian, and how to ask "What time... Show more

Giving directions in Hungarian isn’t difficult. However, it is a must if you’d like to master the language. Basic directions in the Hungarian language aren’t too complicated, and we’ve created a short summary to make it even easier for you.  Learning a new language requires us to prepare for many things, and knowing how to ask for directions is perhaps the most important of them all. Imagine yourself walking down the street and getting lost in your favorite country: how do you ask for help? Asking for directions in Hungarian on the street is a common thing, and the Hungarian culture is quite open and friendly. We at the HungarianPod101.com family believe you should start your learning journey by learning about directions. Read this... Show more

Have you ever wondered what the best way is to start learning Hungarian? We at the HungarianPod101.com family believe you should start by learning the top 100 Hungarian nouns. Knowing the most commonly used nouns is essential in mastering any language. We use them in almost every sentence, and it’s impossible to share our thoughts without having a basic vocabulary. We use nouns in different situations, in relation to different topics. In today’s blog post, we’ve collected all the important Hungarian nouns by topic. Further, you’ll find plenty of useful tips and grammar facts regarding Hungarian plural nouns, gender, and sentence structure. Learning about nouns in Hungarian is simple; you only need a good list. Make that first step... Show more

Have you ever met a Hungarian girl or guy, and wanted to tell them every existing term of endearment in their own language—but didn’t know how? Well, the past is in the past... But we guarantee that if you ever encounter this situation again, you certainly won’t face this problem a second time. In this article, we’ll teach you the very basics of Hungarian compliments so you can compliment in Hungarian like a native speaker. You’ll not only learn the Hungarian word for "love," but you’ll also discover beautiful Hungarian words to impress Mr. or Mrs. Right. With our help, you’ll never leave a party or café with those terrible "what if" thoughts. No. With our help, you’ll go up to that fine-lookin’ person and shower them with Hungarian... Show more

Does it bother you when you want to express how angry you are, but you don’t speak a common language with the person you’re mad at? If it does, search no more! We at HungarianPod101.com are going to make sure you get familiar with all the basic ways to express your anger in Hungarian. Sometimes during a conflict abroad, it can be difficult to make yourself understood. After reading this article, you’ll never be at a loss for angry Hungarian phrases, we swear. No pun intended. In this article, you’ll find the most common ways to express anger in Hungarian. Hungarians are known for their great variety of swear phrases; because their vocabulary is very broad, swearing combinations can be colorful as well. However, you don’t need to go to... Show more

What is the most defining moment you will face this year? From memories that you immortalize in a million photographs, to days you never wish to remember, one thing's for certain: big life events change you. The great poet, Bukowski, said, "We are here to laugh at the odds and live our lives so well, that death will tremble to take us." The older I get, the more I agree with him! Talking about significant events in our lives is part of every person's journey, regardless of creed or culture. If you're planning to stay in for more than a quick visit, you're sure to need at least a few 'life events' phrases that you can use. After all, many of these are shared experiences, and it's generally expected that we will show up with good manners... Show more