Why study Hungarian?

by Ruby Stewart · Published 24/03/2021 · Updated 19/03/2021

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Why study Hungarian?

INDEX OF CONTENTS

Is Hungarian difficult?
What are the reasons to study Hungarian?
Useful phrases for traveling

There are so many reasons why it is worth learning a foreign language . Students who speak multiple languages increase their chances of finding work, both in their own country and abroad. In addition, learning another language enriches the mind and opens new horizons, both personal and professional.

Written in the Latin alphabet, the Hungarian language is made up of 44 letters, including seven pairs of vowels and 25 consonants , all of which can be long or short, with a distinctive accent of meaning. The Hungarian accent is tonic and is always on the first syllable of words. It is notable that consecutive double letters or vowels are pronounced separately and that some double letters such as Cs, Sz and Ty are not broken.

Is Hungarian difficult?

If you are told that Hungarian is one of the most difficult languages in the world, it will not necessarily motivate you to learn it. However, Hungarian is pronounced as written and its words are etymologically dissected. Which really simplifies the task! And then there are the words that sound great the first time and that we remember all the time. For example: egészségedre! (To your health ! )

What are the reasons why it is worth studying Hungarian?

First

Hungarian is one of the 10 most difficult languages for a Spaniard to learn because it has quite a complex grammar for us. It belongs to the Finno-Ugric language group and is an “agglutinating” language . However, there is no doubt that knowing the Hungarian language, from a work point of view, will help you make a difference when looking for a job. In fact, any employer will no doubt be surprised if they read on your CV that you have studied Hungarian and will certainly appreciate it.

Second

Studying Hungarian is a great opportunity to get closer to the culture, literature and traditions of Eastern Europe. In addition, the Hungarian university system enjoys an excellent reputation and studying in a country like Hungary could be a truly unforgettable experience.

Third

Budapest, the capital of Hungary, is a wonderful city that has become a very popular tourist destination in recent years. Knowing the Hungarian language will allow you to travel peacefully to any part of Hungary and get in touch with the turbulent history and culture of this fantastic nation.

Fourth

If you intend to spend a study period in Hungary, the knowledge of the Hungarian language will help you to get a scholarship or win an Erasmus call more easily. Budapest is one of the most popular destinations for university students from around the world.

Fifth

Hungarian culture is one of the most varied and rich ever known in Europe. For many years Hungary lived under the Austro-Hungarian Empire and its culture is a testament to this. It is a country rich in history and traditions and its architecture is considered among the most beautiful and noble in all of Europe. Being able to get in touch with Hungarian history and art to really get to know it is an unforgettable experience.

We speak Hungarian! Useful phrases for traveling

Hungarian is a Finno-Ugric language that is spoken mainly in Hungary. In order not to be caught off guard during your next language study trip, learn the most useful phrases for traveling and for getting to know this wonderful language!