Archive for the 'Team HungarianPod101' Category
October 21, 2022
30+ Hungarian Classroom Words and Phrases
We brought you 30+ Hungarian classroom words and phrases as these are very important for Hungarian language learning. These are especially useful if you are taking a Hungarian class in Hungary, as they will help you understand basic conversation in a classroom setting as well as be understood by others around you. However, you will also find some sentences that can be used in everyday life, not just in class. Even more so, chances are you will hear many of them every day when visiting the country.
In this article, we will cover classroom greetings first, then learn to understand instructions from a teacher, especially if they are a Hungarian native speaker, and ask for clarifications from them as well as your study peers. Afterward, we... Show more
November 17, 2021
80 Hungarian Animal Words and a Few Fun Idioms
Do you know which two animals ancient Hungarians most revered? The deer and the wolf! The former for its grace and gentle nature, and the latter for its strength and tendency toward predation.
While we no longer regard animals with quite the same level of esteem, they still play a large role in our daily lives. As a Hungarian learner, you’ll greatly benefit from learning the names of common animals in Hungarian. Doing so will allow you to better understand native Hungarian speakers and strike up conversations with just about anyone—because who doesn’t like talking about their pets or their favorite wild creatures?
In this article, you’ll learn the names of the most common Hungarian animals as well as those abroad. We’ll cover... Show more
November 27, 2020
10 Basic Hungarian Questions and Answers You Must Know
Questions are the cornerstone of every introduction, and they provide a gateway to learning more about someone.
In this article, you’ll learn about the ten most basic Hungarian questions and answers that you should know before visiting the country. Asking the following questions will be a great way to get to know someone you’ve just met. Because these are basic conversation questions in Hungarian, they’re perfect for small talk.
But before we go too much further, there are a few things you should know about asking questions in Hungarian, which we’ll outline below.
Table of Contents
An Overview of Hungarian Questions
Our List of the Top Hungarian Questions
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1. An... Show more
November 13, 2020
Passing the ECL Hungarian Language Proficiency Test
Language learning is all fun and games…until you reach a plateau.
You may start asking yourself "But where am I going with this?" And you wouldn’t be the only language-learner doing so.
When learning a language, it’s normal to lose motivation every now and then. That’s why it’s important to set goals and milestones for yourself; there’s no better way to keep yourself motivated and pumped through all those hours hunched over books.
Do you know what else makes a great motivator? Tangible progress! The most effective way to monitor your progress, test your mettle, and find room for improvement is through a Hungarian language proficiency test.
This article is the guide for preparing for the ECL Hungarian language exam.
If... Show more
October 30, 2020
The 10 Most Useful Hungarian Sentence Patterns to Know
Sentence patterns are important in any language because they allow you to easily express yourself, even with a limited vocabulary. This applies to Hungarian, too. No matter how complicated the language may be, even Hungarian can be easy with the right sentence patterns.
In this article, we’re introducing ten basic Hungarian sentence patterns that are used in everyday Hungarian conversations. If you memorize these simple Hungarian sentence patterns, you’ll be able to generate hundreds of natural sentences and phrases to converse with ease and confidence. Over time, you’ll be able to form any sentence in Hungarian, no matter how complicated.
We’re going to show you Hungarian sentence structures for things like linking two nouns, using... Show more
October 16, 2020
Hungarian Keyboard: How to Install and Type in Hungarian
You asked, so we provided—easy-to-follow instructions on how to set up your electronic devices to write in Hungarian! We’ll also give you a few excellent tips on how to use this keyboard, as well as some online and app alternatives if you prefer not to set up a Hungarian keyboard.
Table of Contents
Why it’s Important to Learn to Type in Hungarian
Setting up Your Computer and Mobile Devices for Hungarian
How to Activate an Onscreen Keyboard on Your Computer
How to Change the Language Settings to Hungarian on Your Computer
Activating the Hungarian Keyboard on Your Mobile Phone and Tablet
Hungarian Keyboard Typing Tips
How to Practice Typing Hungarian
1. Why it’s Important to Learn to Type in Hungarian
Learning a new... Show more
October 5, 2020
A Simple Guide to Hungarian Verb Conjugation
Have you ever wondered what the most important thing is when trying to learn a new language? That’s right, verbs. And to be able to use them, you need to familiarize yourself with their conjugations. This applies to Hungarian even more so, because it’s a complicated language and Hungarian verb conjugation can be tricky.
For example, the Hungarian lenni conjugation is quite challenging, as the spelling of the word completely changes from one verb tense to the other. But fear no more! Here at HungarianPod101.com, we’re going to walk you through it.
Our goal is for you to have the chance to learn about conjugation in Hungarian in the easiest and most comprehensible way. In this article, you’ll get to know the basic Hungarian verb... Show more
August 25, 2020
The Hungarian Verb: “To Be” & More Basic Hungarian Verbs
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
August 24, 2020
Your Ultimate Guide for Learning Hungarian Pronouns
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
August 18, 2020
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