Do you want to feel at home in Hungary?
I have something special for you
to make your dream come true!
A Free Gift to all Hungarian Heritage Expo visitors !
🎁 Hungarian Essentials Mini Course 🎁
With 60 minutes of content across 10 videos,
this mini-course offers a
comprehensive introduction to Hungarian language and culture,
perfect for anyone looking to learn essential Hungarian expressions and to get acquainted with Hungarians.
The mini course is designed to help you deepen your understanding of
the Hungarian language, culture, people, the country and the Hungarian heritage.
Inside, you'll find practical phrases, cultural insights,
and handy tips for getting around and engaging with locals:
Hungarian alphabet and getting your pronunciation right:
From 'A' to 'Zs' (that is the last letter in Hungarian 😉) you will learn each of those weird Hungarian sounds and how to pronounce them correctly.
33 Must-Know Hungarian Phrases:
From greetings to practical expressions, be prepared for everyday light conversations.
Eating and Drinking Like a Local:
Discover popular traditional Hungarian foods and drinks, and where to find the best restaurants offering them in Hungary.
Cultural Insights and Etiquette:
Understand key aspects of Hungarian culture and social norms.
Navigating Numbers and Transactions:
Master numbers for shopping, dining, and handling money.
Understanding the Hungarian Diaspora:
Gain insight into why so many Hungarians live abroad and how this history shapes modern Hungary.
... and more... 🤩
Make your Hungarian experience unforgettable!
Not registered yet to the Hungarian Heritage Expo?
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You can do it right here for free!
40+ free English presentations about the
Hungarian language, culture, food, music and heritage.
Looking for more?
Online Hungarian Campus™
Have you also tried already learning Hungarian but you did not achieve the results you wished to?
Not achieving our goal can be disappointing and discouraging.
Learning Hungarian doesn't have to be demotivating though!
There are several simple things that contribute immensely to your success:
the right motivation
the right mindset
the right tools
the right materials
the right mentor
a community to belong to and share your hardships and successes with
That is why I have created the
first & only
Online Hungarian Campus™
Your one-stop-shop for
Hungarian language and culture.
Your gateway to fluent Hungarian.
More than just another language course.
This is what is waiting for you in the Hungarian Campus ™
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Learn 24/7, wherever you are
The professional teaching platform allows you to connect from any device, any time you want, from anywhere on this Planet.
Well-structured courses with video, audio and written materials, homework exercises, online games, quizzes and weekly live support.
Grammar
A0 - B1 level grammar videos with detailed explanation and example sentences so that you can already use them in your life.
50+ videos, a total of 760 minutes.
(and still expanding)
Expressions & Real-life conversations
The most common Hungarian words and expressions, starting from greetings all the way till real-life conversations.
50+ videos, a total of 160 minutes.
(and still expanding)
Culture & history
Including Hungarian festivities, cuisine, art, history and sights.
20+ videos, a total of 300 minutes.
(and still expanding)
Grammar exercises
Exercises for each grammar lesson so that you can put in practice right away what you learned from the explanation videos.
In total of 1400+ bilingual exercises (Hungarian and English), with solutions.
Pronunciation
Pronunciation-focused videos to help you refine your Hungarian voice.
Listening
Listening exercises starting from simple to more complicated texts to improve your
comprehension and expression skills.
Bite-size mini lessons
Continuously creating bite size lessons in all above mentioned categories.
You can request any topic and I will make a (mini) lesson about it. That's how it works at the Hungarian Campus. :)
Live online meetings
We have weekly online live meetings so that you can ask all your questions, practice your Hungarian and go forward confidently in your learning journey.
What are the students saying about the
Hungarian Campus™?
Read a student's detailed review about it in The Budapest Times.
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Want to know more about the program?
Interested to join?
The Hungarian Campus is now running with 5 different level courses:
Hungarian Incubator ™
Hungarian Elevator ™
Hungarian Hero Maker ™
Hungarian Horizon ™
Hungarian Speaking Club ™
Currently, students of the Hungarian Campus™ are enjoying the Summer School,
a light and enjoyable learning experience designed for the summer.
Reserve your spot on the waitlist and get notified when
the Hungarian Campus™ opens its doors again in the autumn.
Psttt!
Make sure you save your spot to unleash your Hungarian potential
and become your own Hungarian hero! 🦸🏼
Are you more advanced
and you just want to practice speaking?
I have a very cozy and supportive
Hungarian Speaking Club™
for B1+ level learners where we practice only speaking in Hungarian.
Having conversations about various and random topics
helps the participants to grow their confidence and fluency
in Hungarian.
And as an extra,
it is just so valuable to have a group who listens to you,
understands you and supports you.
It is not just a Speaking Club, it is also a "léleksimogató".
("Soul caressing" is the closest translation I found - less descriptive as in Hungarian :)
I love this word because it really conveys the
expressiveness of our beloved Hungarian language. ❤️
I am Sofie - Zsófi vagyok.
Your Hungarian language & culture
mentor and coach
I’m here to share with the world the beauty of my Hungarian mother tongue and the richness of Hungarian culture 🎨.
Having learned five foreign languages myself,
I am very well aware of what it takes to learn a new language as an adult.
In 2016 I immigrated to the Netherlands — a country where I didn’t know the language or culture — and I pretty much felt like an outsider, until I did not make the effort to get to know the people and the language.
In 2018 I married an Italian which opened my eyes on how a foreigner sees us, Hungarians.
My husband is now fluent - and almost perfect in Hungarian - which continuously gives me a deep understanding on how foreigners experience the challenges of the Hungarian language.
Since 2021 we live in Transylvania 🌄, my homeland, where Romanian is the official language. Therefore I totally feel with you on how it is to have the official language of the state where you live your 2nd, 3rd or even 4th language...
I understand the challenges and rewards of learning and using a new language in a real-world context 💬, as well as adapting to a different culture. 🌍.
I know what it’s like to navigate different languages and cultures, and I’m here to support you every step of the way as you embark on your own journey with Hungarian. 🤗
My mission is to bridge the gap between Hungarian and the world by bringing our vibrant language, culture, and people closer to everyone🤝.
I want you to fall in love with Hungarian ❤️, enjoy learning it 📚, and feel proud of your progress as you connect with this wonderful language and culture 🌟.
Since 2023, my husband (Mark) and I are creating together for you the first and only
Online Hungarian Campus™.
Your one-stop-show for Hungarian language and culture.
Your gateway to fluent Hungarian.
Made with love.
❤️🤍💚
Testimonials
Gabriela
I recommend from the heart!
Sofie it's a very kind, friendly, positive person who is a great instructor to guide you through the Hungarian culture, traditions, life style and language!
Alies
I am so happy to have found Sofie on the internet!
I attended the 4 free workshop, which provides a lot of information and motivation!
I was very pleasantly surprised by the way Sofie shares her knowledge.
Everything is so well organized and what I like most is that she really helps you to get the 'bigger picture', instead of randomly learning words and sentences (as many learning methods do). This works very well for my brain.
Meanwhile, she is also able to make it very personal, fun and she brings a very motivating energy with her!
I am very happy that I have enrolled to the Hungarian Incubator™ course with her. 🙂
Reda
Sofie is a very attentive teacher, who will always care about you and will adjust the learning process according to the students' needs.
Her courses will provide you with the theoretical knowledge and a chance to practice what you've learned both in writing and speaking, so you get comfortable enough to actually use your Hungarian skills in your day to day life!
Overall, I absolutely recommend having her as your Hungarian teacher!
Areej
I started attending the Speaking Club with Zsófi 2 years ago.
I've been studying Hungarian for more than two years but I didn't have enough courage to use it.
I was always shy and afraid of pronouncing the words wrong or saying something the wrong way.
Since I am in the Speaking Club I can express myself more, I can speak more courageously.
Now, I am a practicing doctor in Hungary, using my Hungarian skills every day at work.
I met wonderful people in this Club who showed me support and understanding of what I'm going through.
Words won't do you justice Zsófi!!!
Amazing teacher, amazing teaching skills.
Finally a teacher that actually understands and experienced how it feels to learn a foreign language in an old age!!!
Thank you so much and can't wait to start the my new membership in the Hungarian Speaking Club this autumn.
Natalija
I completed two Hungarian language and culture courses with Sofie, and I can't recommend them enough!
Sofie’s teaching approach is special.
She doesn't just teach the language, but also makes sure to incorporate Hungarian culture in a fun and engaging way. It's a great conversation starter if you're around native speakers, and it really helps you connect with the language on a deeper level.
Plus, I picked up a few fun songs along the way that made learning even more enjoyable!
What I really loved about the course structure is how well-organised it is.
The lessons are not overwhelming, and the modules are flexible, so you can fit your learning around your schedule.
The learning environment she creates is very cosy - there’s no pressure, and she makes sure everyone feels comfortable asking questions (as an introvert, this is something I really appreciated).
Also, the price is incredibly reasonable for the quality of teaching and the personal attention you get.
I trust Sofie completely on my Hungarian learning journey, and I'm excited to pick up where I left off after my break!
