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Hungarian with Patrik

Patrik | Hungarian Teacher

Hi, I’m Patrik, a Hungarian teacher with years of experience helping foreigners learn Hungarian.

In this podcast, I speak naturally and slowly about everyday topics, so you can improve your listening skills with real Hungarian, without feeling overwhelmed.

Perfect for beginners to advanced learners who want natural input.

📚 Want to learn Hungarian faster with the podcast?

Get the complete learning materials for every episode on Patreon.

Many learners improve much faster when they combine the podcast with the learning materials.

• transcript

• Bilingual Transcript (Hungarian + English)

• vocabulary list

• slow audio version

• exercises

Patreon: https://patreon.com/HungarianwithPatrik

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• Follow the podcast for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday

• Leave a rating

• Share it with someone who is learning Hungarian

It really helps the podcast grow. Thank you for listening!

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  • S1 · E51
    Thursday · 12 min

    Wild Animals in Hungary 🐗🦌 | Real Hungarian Listening Practice (Episode 51)

    🎉 15% OFF! Limited-time offer: Join my Patreon as a new paid member and get 15% off your first month. ⏰ Available only from September 1, 7:00 AM to September 15, 7:00 AM (Hungarian time). 👉 Use promo code: 1C3B9 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/HungarianwithPatrik What wild animals live in Hungary? Are there dangerous animals you should be afraid of? 🇭🇺🐗🐍 In this episode of Hungarian with Patrik, I talk about some of the most common wild animals you can find in Hungary including wild boars, roe deer, red deer, foxes, pheasants, wolves, bears and even venomous snakes. This episode is perfect if you want to improve your Hungarian listening comprehension with real, natural Hungarian while learning useful vocabulary about animals and nature. 🎁Try the full learning materials for Episode 1 FREE on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/152801684 📚Full learning materials for every episode are available on Patreon: Many learners improve much faster when they combine the podcast with the learning materials. • transcript • Bilingual Transcript (Hungarian + English) • vocabulary list • slow audio version • exercises Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/HungarianwithPatrik If you liked this episode: • Follow the podcast for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday • Leave a rating • Share it with someone who is learning Hungarian It really helps the podcast grow. Thank you for listening!

  • S1 · E50
    Tuesday · 16 min

    Real Hungarian vs. Textbook Hungarian with Dóri | Natural Listening Practice (Episode 50)

    🎉 15% OFF – Episode 50 Special! Limited-time offer: Join my Patreon as a new paid member and get 15% off your first month. ⏰ Available only from September 1, 7:00 AM to September 15, 7:00 AM (Hungarian time). 👉 Use promo code: 1C3B9 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/HungarianwithPatrik 🎧 Check out Dóri’s podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/4opdekEU97qnBK3ceAzTZh?si=-KA5u4u0TROd5svR3LXlCw How do Hungarians actually speak in everyday life? 🇭🇺 In this episode, I’m joined by Dóri, and we talk about the difference between textbook Hungarian and real, everyday Hungarian. You’ll hear a natural conversation between two native Hungarian speakers about: • eszem vs. eszek, iszom vs. iszok, alszom vs. alszok • why native speakers don’t always speak the way textbooks teach • formal vs. everyday Hungarian • how Hungarians really greet people • natural answers like „aha”, „ja”, „jöhet”, „köszi” • whether beginners really need to learn formal Hungarian and magázódás right away • why natural spoken Hungarian can sound very different from what you see in a textbook 🎧 This episode is perfect for intermediate Hungarian learners who want to improve their listening comprehension and understand real Hungarian conversations. The conversation is natural and spoken at a slightly slower pace, making it great Hungarian listening practice. 🎁Try the full learning materials for Episode 1 FREE on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/152801684 📚Full learning materials for every episode are available on Patreon: Many learners improve much faster when they combine the podcast with the learning materials. • transcript • Bilingual Transcript (Hungarian + English) • vocabulary list • slow audio version • exercises Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/HungarianwithPatrik If you liked this episode: • Follow the podcast for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday • Leave a rating • Share it with someone who is learning Hungarian It really helps the podcast grow. Thank you for listening!

  • S1 · E49
    August 27 · 16 min

    How I Almost Failed English at School | Real Hungarian Listening Practice (Episode 49)

    👇 Read the short stories here: https://www.patreon.com/collection/2295764?view=expanded 💡 Free collection on Patreon where I share my language-learning methods and tips: https://www.patreon.com/collection/2204197?view=expanded Learn Hungarian through a real personal story 🇭🇺 In this episode, I talk about my relationship with English: how I almost failed English at school, why I thought I had no talent for languages, and what finally helped me learn English. You’ll hear natural, everyday Hungarian spoken at a slightly slower pace, so this episode is perfect for Hungarian learners who want to improve their listening comprehension with real Hungarian. In this episode, I talk about: • why I hated learning English at school • how I almost failed English • my embarrassing English exam experience • why living in Japan made me realize I needed English • how I changed my language-learning methods • why listening, reading and speaking helped me improve • why I believe good methods are more important than talent 🎧 Perfect for intermediate Hungarian learners who want real Hungarian listening practice and natural vocabulary in context. 📚Full learning materials for every episode are available on Patreon: Many learners improve much faster when they combine the podcast with the learning materials. • transcript • Bilingual Transcript (Hungarian + English) • vocabulary list • slow audio version • exercises Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/HungarianwithPatrik 🎁Try the full learning materials for Episode 1 FREE on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/152801684 If you enjoy this podcast and would like to support the project, you can do it here: ☕Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/hungarianwithpatrik If you liked this episode: • Follow the podcast for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday • Leave a rating • Share it with someone who is learning Hungarian It really helps the podcast grow. Thank you for listening!

  • S1 · E48
    August 25 · 14 min

    Hungarian Abbreviations You Need to Know 🇭🇺 | Real Hungarian Listening Practice (Episode 48)

    📚 Hungarian abbreviations study material on Patreon (for paid members): https://www.patreon.com/HungarianwithPatrik/posts/useful-hungarian-166888994 🎁Try the full learning materials for Episode 1 FREE on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/152801684 Learn useful Hungarian abbreviations and acronyms while practicing your listening skills with real, natural Hungarian! 🇭🇺🎧 In this episode of Hungarian with Patrik, I explain common Hungarian abbreviations and acronyms that you will often see and hear in everyday life in Hungary. You’ll learn useful examples such as: • kb. • kp. • pl. • stb. • Ft • MÁV • BKK • NAV • TAJ • TB • GYES • áfa • OTP • ELTE • TEK You’ll also hear example sentences and learn how Hungarians actually use these abbreviations in everyday spoken and written Hungarian. 🎧 This episode is perfect for intermediate Hungarian learners who want to: • improve Hungarian listening comprehension • understand real spoken Hungarian • expand their Hungarian vocabulary • learn everyday Hungarian expressions • get more familiar with life and language in Hungary I speak in clear, natural Hungarian so you can practice understanding Hungarian in context while learning useful vocabulary at the same time. 🇭🇺 Learn Hungarian through real, natural listening practice and discover how Hungarians actually speak. 📚Full learning materials for every episode are available on Patreon: Many learners improve much faster when they combine the podcast with the learning materials. • transcript • Bilingual Transcript (Hungarian + English) • vocabulary list • slow audio version • exercises Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/HungarianwithPatrik If you enjoy this podcast and would like to support the project, you can do it here: ☕Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/hungarianwithpatrik If you liked this episode: • Follow the podcast for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday • Leave a rating • Share it with someone who is learning Hungarian It really helps the podcast grow. Thank you for listening!

  • S1 · E47
    August 20 · 14 min

    How to Start Speaking Hungarian | Real Hungarian Listening Practice (Episode 47)

    👉 Free English explanation of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/HungarianwithPatrik/posts/how-to-start-by-166587795 🎁Try the full learning materials for Episode 1 FREE on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/152801684 Do you understand Hungarian but struggle when you actually have to speak? 🇭🇺 In this episode of Hungarian with Patrik, I explain how to start speaking Hungarian step by step, even if you are still a beginner. You’ll learn: why you shouldn’t wait until your Hungarian is “perfect” how to turn passive vocabulary into active vocabulary which topics are easiest to start speaking about how to keep a conversation going with simple questions what to do when you don’t know a word who you can practice Hungarian with how to improve fluency without worrying about every mistake how to reuse simple sentence structures This episode is spoken in slow and natural Hungarian, making it great for real Hungarian listening practice and for learners who want to understand native Hungarian more easily. 📚Full learning materials for every episode are available on Patreon: Many learners improve much faster when they combine the podcast with the learning materials. • transcript • Bilingual Transcript (Hungarian + English) • vocabulary list • slow audio version • exercises Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/HungarianwithPatrik If you enjoy this podcast and would like to support the project, you can do it here: ☕Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/hungarianwithpatrik If you liked this episode: • Follow the podcast for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday • Leave a rating • Share it with someone who is learning Hungarian It really helps the podcast grow. Thank you for listening!

  • S1 · E46
    August 18 · 13 min

    I Used to Teach Hungarian | Real Hungarian Listening Practice for Learners (Episode 46)

    👇 Read the short stories here: https://www.patreon.com/collection/2295764?view=expanded 🎁Try the full learning materials for Episode 1 FREE on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/152801684 Improve your Hungarian with real, natural listening practice. 🇭🇺 In this episode of Hungarian with Patrik, I talk about my experience teaching Hungarian to foreigners online. I share how I started teaching, what my lessons were like, what I learned from my students, and why teaching Hungarian also helped me understand my own language better. You’ll hear about: how I became a Hungarian teacher on italki teaching Hungarian grammar and vocabulary to beginners conversation lessons with Hungarian learners students from the USA, Canada, Vietnam, Laos, China and Australia helping students prepare for Hungarian citizenship funny and memorable experiences from my lessons why I eventually stopped teaching This episode is spoken entirely in Hungarian and is perfect for learners who want to improve their Hungarian listening comprehension, learn vocabulary in context, and get used to real spoken Hungarian. 📚Full learning materials for every episode are available on Patreon: Many learners improve much faster when they combine the podcast with the learning materials. • transcript • Bilingual Transcript (Hungarian + English) • vocabulary list • slow audio version • exercises Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/HungarianwithPatrik If you enjoy this podcast and would like to support the project, you can do it here: ☕Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/hungarianwithpatrik If you liked this episode: • Follow the podcast for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday • Leave a rating • Share it with someone who is learning Hungarian It really helps the podcast grow. Thank you for listening!

  • S1 · E45
    August 13 · 14 min

    How Reading Can Improve Your Hungarian | Slow Hungarian Podcast for Learners (Episode 45)

    👇 Read the short stories here: https://www.patreon.com/collection/2295764?view=expanded 📖 English explanation of the episode (available for free members too): https://www.patreon.com/HungarianwithPatrik/posts/why-reading-is-166406700 Want to improve your Hungarian vocabulary, grammar, reading skills and understanding of natural Hungarian? 🇭🇺 In this episode of Hungarian with Patrik, I talk about why reading is so important when learning Hungarian and how it can help you learn words and grammar naturally through context. In this episode, you’ll learn: 📚 Why reading helps you remember Hungarian vocabulary 🧠 Why learning words in context is more effective than memorizing word lists 🇭🇺 How reading can help you understand Hungarian grammar and suffixes ✍️ How reading improves your Hungarian spelling 👀 How to choose the right Hungarian texts for your level 📖 Why children’s books are not always good for Hungarian learners 🎧 How to combine reading with listening to improve faster 💬 Why natural Hungarian content is important I also share my own experience learning Japanese and Thai through reading and podcast transcripts. If you are learning Hungarian at A1, A2, B1 or intermediate level, this episode will help you understand how to use reading more effectively in your language-learning routine. 🎁Try the full learning materials for Episode 1 FREE on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/152801684 📚Full learning materials for every episode are available on Patreon: Many learners improve much faster when they combine the podcast with the learning materials. • transcript • Bilingual Transcript (Hungarian + English) • vocabulary list • slow audio version • exercises Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/HungarianwithPatrik If you enjoy this podcast and would like to support the project, you can do it here: ☕Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/hungarianwithpatrik If you liked this episode: • Follow the podcast for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday • Leave a rating • Share it with someone who is learning Hungarian It really helps the podcast grow. Thank you for listening!

  • S1 · E44
    August 11 · 13 min

    Why Is Hungarian So Difficult? | Real Hungarian Listening Practice for Learners (Episode 44)

    👇 Read the short stories here: https://www.patreon.com/collection/2295764?view=expanded 🎁Try the full learning materials for Episode 1 FREE on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/152801684 Why do so many people say that Hungarian is one of the most difficult languages in the world? 🇭🇺 In this episode of Hungarian with Patrik, I talk about some of the biggest challenges Hungarian learners face, including: • Hungarian grammar and suffixes • Vowel harmony • Flexible word order • Difficult Hungarian vocabulary • Long and short vowels • Hungarian double-letter consonants like gy, cs, sz • The difference between words like megy and meggy • Formal Hungarian: Ön and maga • Why there are fewer natural learning materials for Hungarian learners 🎧 This episode is entirely in Hungarian and is perfect for learners who want to improve their Hungarian listening comprehension with real, natural Hungarian. I speak slowly and clearly so you can practice understanding Hungarian while listening to interesting topics. 📚Full learning materials for every episode are available on Patreon: Many learners improve much faster when they combine the podcast with the learning materials. • transcript • Bilingual Transcript (Hungarian + English) • vocabulary list • slow audio version • exercises Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/HungarianwithPatrik If you enjoy this podcast and would like to support the project, you can do it here: ☕Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/hungarianwithpatrik If you liked this episode: • Follow the podcast for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday • Leave a rating • Share it with someone who is learning Hungarian It really helps the podcast grow. Thank you for listening!

  • S1 · E43
    August 6 · 13 min

    Why Are So Many Filipinos Working in Hungary? | Real Hungarian Listening Practice (Episode 43)

    🎁Try the full learning materials for Episode 1 FREE on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/152801684 Why are more and more Filipinos coming to work in Hungary? In Episode 43 of Hungarian with Patrik, I talk about why Hungarian companies employ Filipino workers, what kinds of jobs they usually do, why they choose Hungary, and what Hungarian people think about them. I also share my personal experience with the Filipino community including the unexpected story of how I met my current girlfriend in a Facebook group. This episode is perfect for intermediate Hungarian learners who want to improve their listening skills with real, natural Hungarian. You will hear useful everyday vocabulary, common expressions, personal stories, and authentic Hungarian spoken at a clear, learner-friendly pace. In this episode, you will learn about: 🇭🇺 Filipino workers in Hungary 🏭 Jobs, salaries and working conditions 💬 Hungarian opinions about foreign workers 🇵🇭 Filipino culture and everyday life ❤️ How I met my Filipino girlfriend 🎧 Natural Hungarian listening practice Listen carefully, follow the story, and try to understand as much as possible without translating every word. 📚Full learning materials for every episode are available on Patreon: Many learners improve much faster when they combine the podcast with the learning materials. • transcript • Bilingual Transcript (Hungarian + English) • vocabulary list • slow audio version • exercises Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/HungarianwithPatrik If you enjoy this podcast and would like to support the project, you can do it here: ☕Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/hungarianwithpatrik If you liked this episode: • Follow the podcast for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday • Leave a rating • Share it with someone who is learning Hungarian It really helps the podcast grow. Thank you for listening!

  • S1 · E42
    August 4 · 14 min

    Why You Still Can’t Speak Hungarian After Studying for Years (Episode 42)

    🆓 Want to understand this episode better? Free members can also read the English summary and explanation here: https://www.patreon.com/HungarianwithPatrik/posts/stop-learning-165082910 🎁Try the full learning materials for Episode 1 FREE on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/152801684 Have you been studying Hungarian for months or even years, but still struggle to have a simple conversation? The problem might not be you. You may simply be learning the wrong things. In this episode, I explain why traditional language learning is often so slow and why many learners waste time memorizing words and topics they may never use. You will learn: • why you should focus on useful vocabulary first • how to choose topics that match your real life and interests • why learning about things you enjoy helps you remember more • how to start communicating in Hungarian more quickly • which words and topics you can safely leave for later You do not need to know every Hungarian word before you start speaking. Focus on the language you actually need, and learn the rest when it becomes useful. 📚Full learning materials for every episode are available on Patreon: Many learners improve much faster when they combine the podcast with the learning materials. • transcript • Bilingual Transcript (Hungarian + English) • vocabulary list • slow audio version • exercises Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/HungarianwithPatrik If you enjoy this podcast and would like to support the project, you can do it here: ☕Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/hungarianwithpatrik If you liked this episode: • Follow the podcast for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday • Leave a rating • Share it with someone who is learning Hungarian It really helps the podcast grow. Thank you for listening!

  • S1 · E41
    July 30 · 11 min

    A Hidden Hungarian Town Full of Memories | Real Hungarian Listening Practice (Episode 41)

    🎁Try the full learning materials for Episode 1 FREE on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/152801684 Improve your Hungarian listening skills with a real, natural Hungarian story! 🇭🇺 In this episode of Hungarian with Patrik, I talk about Nyergesújfalu, a small Hungarian town that holds many special childhood memories for me. You’ll hear about a peaceful fishing lake, a cliff overlooking the Danube, beautiful sunsets, skipping stones, and the places where my friend and I spent time together. This episode is perfect for intermediate Hungarian learners who want to: ✅ practise understanding natural spoken Hungarian ✅ learn useful everyday vocabulary and expressions ✅ improve their listening comprehension ✅ get used to real Hungarian pronunciation ✅ discover a lesser-known place in Hungary The podcast is spoken more slowly and clearly than normal conversation, while still using natural Hungarian. 🎧 Listen carefully and try to understand the story without translating every word. 📚Full learning materials for every episode are available on Patreon: Many learners improve much faster when they combine the podcast with the learning materials. • transcript • Bilingual Transcript (Hungarian + English) • vocabulary list • slow audio version • exercises Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/HungarianwithPatrik If you enjoy this podcast and would like to support the project, you can do it here: ☕Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/hungarianwithpatrik If you liked this episode: • Follow the podcast for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday • Leave a rating • Share it with someone who is learning Hungarian It really helps the podcast grow. Thank you for listening!

  • S1 · E40
    July 28 · 12 min

    Hungarian Swear Words: What Does “B*szd Meg” Really Mean? (Episode 40)

    ⚠️Full English explanation of “b*szd meg” for paid Patreon members: https://www.patreon.com/HungarianwithPatrik/posts/hungarian-swear-164648457 🎁Try the full learning materials for Episode 1 FREE on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/152801684 ⚠️ This episode contains strong language for educational purposes only. You will definitely hear this expression if you spend time around Hungarians but what does “b*szd meg” actually mean? In this episode, I explain one of the most common Hungarian swear phrases, its original meaning, and the many different ways native speakers use it in real conversations. It can express surprise, pain, frustration, happiness, anger, or even friendly excitement it all depends on the situation and your tone of voice. You will also hear plenty of natural Hungarian examples and learn why this expression can sound funny between friends but extremely aggressive during an argument. This episode is made for adult learners who want to understand the Hungarian people actually speak not just textbook Hungarian. 🎧 Real Hungarian listening practice 🇭🇺 Slow, clear, and natural Hungarian 🗣️ Everyday vocabulary and native expressions ⚠️ Strong language 📚Full learning materials for every episode are available on Patreon: Many learners improve much faster when they combine the podcast with the learning materials. • transcript • Bilingual Transcript (Hungarian + English) • vocabulary list • slow audio version • exercises Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/HungarianwithPatrik If you enjoy this podcast and would like to support the project, you can do it here: ☕Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/hungarianwithpatrik If you liked this episode: • Follow the podcast for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday • Leave a rating • Share it with someone who is learning Hungarian It really helps the podcast grow. Thank you for listening!

  • S1 · E39
    July 23 · 12 min

    My Bulgarian Holiday | Slow & Natural Hungarian Listening Practice (Episode 39)

    🎁Try the full learning materials for Episode 1 FREE on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/152801684 Improve your Hungarian listening skills with a real story told in slow, clear and natural Hungarian! 🇭🇺🎧 In this episode of Hungarian with Patrik, I tell you about a memorable family holiday in Bulgaria when I was 15 years old. You will hear about: 🚆 our 24-hour train journey without air conditioning 🌡️ a train cabin that was unbelievably hot 🏖️ our holiday at Sunny Beach in Bulgaria 🔥 the scorching-hot sand 🦀 the surprising things we found under our feet in the sea 🌊 falling off a jet ski 🛴 riding electric scooters around Sunny Beach 🚂 our train breaking down on the way home This episode is perfect for intermediate Hungarian learners who want to practise understanding the Hungarian that native speakers actually use. I speak more slowly and clearly than in a normal conversation, but I still use natural, everyday Hungarian vocabulary and expressions. 🎧 Listen regularly to improve your: • Hungarian listening comprehension • everyday vocabulary • pronunciation • understanding of natural spoken Hungarian • confidence when listening to native speakers 📚Full learning materials for every episode are available on Patreon: Many learners improve much faster when they combine the podcast with the learning materials. • transcript • Bilingual Transcript (Hungarian + English) • vocabulary list • slow audio version • exercises Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/HungarianwithPatrik If you enjoy this podcast and would like to support the project, you can do it here: ☕Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/hungarianwithpatrik If you liked this episode: • Follow the podcast for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday • Leave a rating • Share it with someone who is learning Hungarian It really helps the podcast grow. Thank you for listening!

  • S1 · E38
    July 21 · 12 min

    My Family Vacation in Italy | Real Hungarian Listening Practice (Episode 38)

    🎁Try the full learning materials for Episode 1 FREE on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/152801684 Improve your Hungarian listening skills with a real story told entirely in Hungarian! In Episode 38 of Hungarian with Patrik, I talk about one of my most memorable family vacations. When I was 14 years old, my family and I travelled to Italy, stayed in Bibione, visited a huge water park near Jesolo and spent a day exploring Venice. In this episode, you will hear natural and clear Hungarian as I talk about: 🇮🇹 travelling through the Alps 🏖️ our vacation in Bibione 🛝 a scary water slide and my father’s reaction 🚤 getting lost in the streets of Venice 🍕 my first experience with real Italian pizza 🥖 Italian bread, strong coffee and Italian people This episode is perfect for intermediate Hungarian learners who want to practise understanding real, natural Hungarian through an interesting travel story. 📚Full learning materials for every episode are available on Patreon: Many learners improve much faster when they combine the podcast with the learning materials. • transcript • Bilingual Transcript (Hungarian + English) • vocabulary list • slow audio version • exercises Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/HungarianwithPatrik If you enjoy this podcast and would like to support the project, you can do it here: ☕Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/hungarianwithpatrik If you liked this episode: • Follow the podcast for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday • Leave a rating • Share it with someone who is learning Hungarian It really helps the podcast grow. Thank you for listening!

  • S1 · E37
    July 16 · 12 min

    Real Hungarian Listening Practice: My Childhood Holiday in Spain (Episode 37)

    🎁Try the full learning materials for Episode 1 FREE on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/152801684 In this episode of Hungarian with Patrik, I tell you a personal story in slow and natural Hungarian about one of my most memorable childhood holidays in Spain. I talk about flying for the first time, arriving at a terrible two-star hotel, seeing the sea for the first time, catching fish and crabs, going on a glass-bottom boat, visiting a huge amusement park, eating fries with chili sauce, and accidentally getting pineapple burgers at McDonald’s. This episode is perfect for Hungarian learners who want real Hungarian listening practice with a natural story. You will hear useful everyday Hungarian vocabulary about travel, family, holidays, hotels, food, the sea, and childhood memories. Listen if you want to improve your Hungarian comprehension with slow, clear, real Hungarian. 📚Full learning materials for every episode are available on Patreon: Many learners improve much faster when they combine the podcast with the learning materials. • transcript • Bilingual Transcript (Hungarian + English) • vocabulary list • slow audio version • exercises Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/HungarianwithPatrik If you enjoy this podcast and would like to support the project, you can do it here: ☕Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/hungarianwithpatrik If you liked this episode: • Follow the podcast for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday • Leave a rating • Share it with someone who is learning Hungarian It really helps the podcast grow. Thank you for listening!

  • S1 · E36
    July 14 · 11 min

    Was I the Worst Child Ever? | Funny Childhood Stories in Slow Hungarian (Episode 36)

    🎁Try the full learning materials for Episode 1 FREE on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/152801684 Was I really a terrible child? In this episode of I share some of the funniest and most embarrassing stories from my childhood including kindergarten fights, refusing to dance, hiding under a bed, and several unforgettable toilet-related disasters. 😅 This episode is perfect slow Hungarian listening practice for learners who want to understand clear, natural, everyday Hungarian. You will hear useful vocabulary and expressions related to childhood, family, kindergarten, behaviour, and funny memories. 🎧 Listen and practise: • Slow and clearly spoken Hungarian • Natural everyday vocabulary • Real Hungarian storytelling • Useful expressions explained in context • Listening practice for intermediate Hungarian learners 📚Full learning materials for every episode are available on Patreon: Many learners improve much faster when they combine the podcast with the learning materials. • transcript • Bilingual Transcript (Hungarian + English) • vocabulary list • slow audio version • exercises Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/HungarianwithPatrik If you enjoy this podcast and would like to support the project, you can do it here: ☕Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/hungarianwithpatrik If you liked this episode: • Follow the podcast for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday • Leave a rating • Share it with someone who is learning Hungarian It really helps the podcast grow. Thank you for listening!

  • S1 · E35
    July 9 · 14 min

    Why Hungarian Is Easier Than You Think | Slow Hungarian Listening Practice (Episode 35)

    🎁Try the full learning materials for Episode 1 FREE on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/152801684 Is Hungarian really one of the hardest languages in the world? In this episode of Hungarian with Patrik, I explain why Hungarian can actually be surprisingly easy in several ways. You’ll learn why Hungarian pronunciation and spelling are relatively predictable, why the flexible word order can help you communicate, and why you don’t need to memorize grammatical gender. I also talk about Hungarian dialects, speaking speed, vowel harmony, personal pronouns, and the similarities between Hungarian and languages such as Turkish, Finnish, and Estonian. This episode is slow and natural Hungarian listening practice for intermediate Hungarian learners. It will help you improve your listening comprehension, learn useful vocabulary in context, and become more confident when listening to real spoken Hungarian. In this episode: • Why Hungarian is a phonetic language • The Hungarian alphabet and pronunciation • Hungarian vowel harmony • Flexible Hungarian word order • Why Hungarian nouns have no grammatical gender • The simple Hungarian pronoun „ő” • Hungarian dialects and speaking speed • Why communication is more important than perfection 📚Full learning materials for every episode are available on Patreon: Many learners improve much faster when they combine the podcast with the learning materials. • transcript • Bilingual Transcript (Hungarian + English) • vocabulary list • slow audio version • exercises Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/HungarianwithPatrik If you enjoy this podcast and would like to support the project, you can do it here: ☕Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/hungarianwithpatrik If you liked this episode: • Follow the podcast for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday • Leave a rating • Share it with someone who is learning Hungarian It really helps the podcast grow. Thank you for listening!

  • S1 · E34
    July 7 · 12 min

    Why Goals Matter in Language Learning | Real Hungarian Listening Practice (Episode 34)

    🎁Try the full learning materials for Episode 1 FREE on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/152801684 In this episode of Hungarian with Patrik, I talk about why goals are important in life and especially in language learning. You will hear slow and natural Hungarian about short-term goals, long-term goals, motivation, consistency, and why having a clear goal can help you continue learning even on difficult days. This episode is great Real Hungarian listening practice for Hungarian learners who want to improve their listening skills, learn useful everyday Hungarian words, and get used to natural Hungarian speech. I also share my own goals with the podcast, Patreon, future collaborations, and my personal language-learning goal: learning Tagalog. Listen to this episode if you are learning Hungarian and want to understand real spoken Hungarian in a clear, slow, and natural way. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday. 📚Full learning materials for every episode are available on Patreon: Many learners improve much faster when they combine the podcast with the learning materials. • transcript • Bilingual Transcript (Hungarian + English) • vocabulary list • slow audio version • exercises Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/HungarianwithPatrik If you enjoy this podcast and would like to support the project, you can do it here: ☕Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/hungarianwithpatrik If you liked this episode: • Follow the podcast for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday • Leave a rating • Share it with someone who is learning Hungarian It really helps the podcast grow. Thank you for listening!

  • S1 · E33
    July 2 · 13 min

    Real Hungarian Listening Practice: Common Hungarian Filler Words (Episode 33)

    📌 For paid members: Full explanation of the 5 Hungarian filler words from this episode is available in the post here: https://www.patreon.com/HungarianwithPatrik/posts/5-hungarian-that-162325988 🎁Try the full learning materials for Episode 1 FREE on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/152801684 In this episode of Hungarian with Patrik, you will learn some of the most common Hungarian filler words that native speakers use in everyday conversations. We talk about words and sounds like ööö, hát, na, izé, and amúgy, and I explain how Hungarians use them naturally when they think, hesitate, soften a sentence, show impatience, or change the topic. This episode is perfect for real Hungarian listening practice, especially if you want to understand natural spoken Hungarian better and make your Hungarian sound more fluent and native-like. Listen to slow and natural Hungarian, improve your comprehension, and learn how Hungarians really speak in everyday life. 📚Full learning materials for every episode are available on Patreon: Many learners improve much faster when they combine the podcast with the learning materials. • transcript • Bilingual Transcript (Hungarian + English) • vocabulary list • slow audio version • exercises Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/HungarianwithPatrik If you enjoy this podcast and would like to support the project, you can do it here: ☕Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/hungarianwithpatrik If you liked this episode: • Follow the podcast for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday • Leave a rating • Share it with someone who is learning Hungarian It really helps the podcast grow. Thank you for listening!

  • S1 · E32
    June 30 · 14 min

    Real Hungarian Listening Practice: Sledding in Austria (Episode 32)

    🎁Try the full learning materials for Episode 1 FREE on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/152801684 In this episode of Hungarian with Patrik, I tell a true winter story about a sledding trip to Semmering, Austria that almost ended badly. This episode is perfect for Hungarian learners who want real Hungarian listening practice with a natural story. You will hear useful everyday Hungarian words and expressions about winter, sledding, mountains, ski slopes, a chairlift, an accident, paying by card or cash, and travelling in Austria. Listen to this episode if you want to improve your Hungarian comprehension, learn natural Hungarian vocabulary, and get used to how Hungarian is really spoken in a slow and clear way. 📚Full learning materials for every episode are available on Patreon: Many learners improve much faster when they combine the podcast with the learning materials. • transcript • Bilingual Transcript (Hungarian + English) • vocabulary list • slow audio version • exercises Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/HungarianwithPatrik If you enjoy this podcast and would like to support the project, you can do it here: ☕Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/hungarianwithpatrik If you liked this episode: • Follow the podcast for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday • Leave a rating • Share it with someone who is learning Hungarian It really helps the podcast grow. Thank you for listening!

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