Do you remember being a kid? For me, any day off of iskola ("school”) was a treasure, and I would look forward to any and all vacations! In Hungary, Children’s Day is a special occasion for every gyerek ("child”), a holiday set aside just for them. The importance of Children’s Day in Hungary can’t be overstated, as this is a time for parents and the general population to acknowledge children’s rights and make them feel loved. In this article, you’ll learn about the origins of Children’s Day, Hungary’s typical celebrations and events for this holiday, and more. Let’s get started. 1. What is Children’s Day in Hungary? Originally, Hungary celebrated something called Children’s Week, beginning in 1931. However, since... 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

Nemzetközi nőnap, or International Women’s Day in Hungary, is a special holiday set aside just for women. In Hungary, Women’s Day means lots of gift-giving and showing one’s appreciation for the most important women in one’s life. Every hölgy, or "lady," enjoys receiving gifts and sweet wishes. In this article, you’ll learn all about celebrating International Women’s Day in Hungary! Let’s get started. 1. What is International Women’s Day? Starting with the International Women's Day history, this holiday can be traced back to 1909, when the Socailist Party of America organized an event for women in New York. This idea for a Women’s Day quickly spread to Europe, which had its first Women’s Day celebrations in 1911. In 1913,... Show more

Did you know there are many different types of calendars? As you probably know - a calendar is a system of organizing days in weeks and months for specific purposes, according to Wikipedia. Worldwide, most countries use the Gregorian calendar. Some just work on the same framework, meaning that time is divided into units based on the earth's movement around the sun - the "solar calendar". Other calendars keep time by observing the moon's movements, a combination of the moon and the sun's movements, and seasons. Through HungarianPod101, you can learn all about this and so much more! Our themed, culturally relevant lessons are skillfully designed so you can do your planning perfectly for a holiday or a date. Having a good plan for a... Show more

Did you know that only some reptiles and birds don't parent their offspring? Except for crocodiles, all reptiles (and one family of bird species called megapodes) hatch from eggs and grow up alone, without any family. The rest of us need family if we are to survive and thrive - humans and animals alike! At HungarianPod101, we know how important family is. Therefore, we take care to teach you all the important vocabulary and phrases pertaining to family. Table of Contents Why Is It Important to Know Hungarian Vocabulary about Family? Learn a New Culture? Learn its Family Vocab first How HungarianPod101 Can Help You Learn Hungarian Family Terms 1. Why Is It Important to Know Hungarian Vocabulary about Family? Well, if... Show more

In Hungary, practicing Christians celebrate the four Sundays leading up to Christmas Eve. These are called the Purple, Bronze, Silver, and Gold Sundays, originally known as the Advent Sundays. In this article, you’ll learn all about this festive and deeply meaningful holiday, from its history to modern-day traditions for the Advent period. At HungarianPod101.com, we hope to make every aspect of your language-learning journey both fun and informative—starting with this article! Let’s get started. 1. What is Bronze, Silver, Gold Sunday? Purple, Bronze, Silver, and Gold Sunday are the four successive Sundays leading up to Christmas. These are not public holidays, but rather Christian holidays that have been commercialized... Show more

You're learning to speak Hungarian, and it's going well. Your confidence is growing! So much so that you feel ready to share your experiences on social media—in Hungarian. At Learn Hungarian, we make this easy for you to get it right the first time. Post like a boss with these phrases and guidelines, and get to practice your Hungarian in the process. 1. Talking about Your Restaurant Visit in Hungarian Eating out is fun, and often an experience you'd like to share. Take a pic, and start a conversation on social media in Hungarian. Your friend will be amazed by your language skills...and perhaps your taste in restaurants! Dávid eats at a restaurant with his friends, posts an image of the group, and leaves this comment: POST Let's... Show more

Do you know the meaning of St. Stephen’s Day in Hungary? Really, there are two meanings. On St. Stephen’s Day, Hungary observes both: A Christian holiday to celebrate St. Stephen, the first king of Hungary A celebration commemorating Hungary’s 1000-year unbroken statehood In this article, you’ll learn more about the long history behind the Feast Day of St. Stephen of Hungary, who is perhaps the most significant historical figure in the country. The effect that time and change can have on a country and its celebrations is truly fascinating, and at HungarianPod101.com, we hope to make this a fun and informative learning adventure! By delving into the St. Stephen Feast Day, you’re opening yourself up to greater cultural... Show more

The growing popularity of the internet and smartphones has made slang and abbreviated language a key component in our daily communication. One could argue that slang is, in fact, a crucial part of any language.  In this article from HungarianPod101, you’ll learn 30 of the most common Hungarian internet slang words that are also used in texting. Many of the phrases we’ll cover have counterparts in English, while others are unique to the Hungarian language.  You’ll greatly benefit from knowing these Hungarian slang terms for the ‘net if you ever plan on having a Hungarian penpal (or...textpal?) or setting up a gettogether for Budapest locals online, for example. Anyhoo, let’s get started. (See what we did there?) Table... Show more