Grammar
Short lessons with examples, plus drills and mini‑quizzes. Start with the overview, then dive into lessons.
Grammar at a glance
A quick cheat sheet. It’s intentionally simplified—use it as a map, then learn details through examples.
Word order
Topic
Hungarian word order is strongly shaped by topic–focus (what you emphasize).
Articles / Gender / Cases
Articles: YesGender: NoneCases: 18
Hungarian uses many case-like endings and postpositions (often taught as ~18+).
Verbs
Verbs conjugate; definite vs indefinite conjugation is a key concept.
Plurals
Plural is usually -k and combines with case endings.
Politeness
Formal address exists; you’ll often use polite phrases rather than special pronouns.
Fast tips
- Learn a few common endings for location and direction.
- Don’t panic about word order—focus on meaning + emphasis.
Lessons
Vowel harmony (idea)
Suffix vowels often change to match the word's vowels.
Grammar overview (quick cheat sheet)
A high-level map of how this language works.
Word order basics
Where the verb usually goes, and what changes it.
Articles (a/the) style words
Whether you need ‘a/the’-type words, and how to get started.
Cases (noun endings)
Cases mark the role of a noun (subject/object/location/etc.).
Asking questions
Yes/no questions and common question words.
Negation (saying ‘not’)
How to say ‘not / don’t / can’t’ at a basic level.
Verbs: the first 10 you should learn
A study strategy for verbs that unlock real sentences.
Politeness & formality
How to sound polite without overthinking grammar.