Hungarian classes · Los Angeles · Since 2006
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Why Hungarian?
Four reasons to take Hungarian classes
Europe's Most Unique Language
Hungarian is unrelated to any neighboring language — it belongs to the Finno-Ugric family, closer to Finnish and Estonian than to German or Slavic languages. It's a genuine linguistic adventure.
Live in Budapest, Europe's Hidden Gem
Budapest offers world-class architecture, thermal baths, and nightlife at a fraction of Western European prices. Hungarian fluency is your key to actually living there.
Rewire How You Think About Language
Hungarian's 18 grammatical cases and vowel harmony system are unlike anything in English. Learning it fundamentally changes how you understand what language can do.
Punch Above Your Weight Professionally
Very few non-natives speak Hungarian, making fluency an extremely rare and valuable skill. In diplomacy, business, or academia, it sets you apart immediately.
Since 2006
Hungarian in Los Angeles
Hungarian is one of the most unusual languages in Europe. It’s spoken by about 13 million people, mostly in Hungary and in Hungarian-speaking communities in Romania, Slovakia, and Serbia. It’s not related to any of its neighbors — not Germanic, not Slavic, not Romance. Hungarian belongs to the Finno-Ugric family, making its closest (still distant) relatives Finnish and Estonian. The grammar is agglutinative, meaning you build words by stacking suffixes onto roots. A single Hungarian word can express what takes an entire English phrase. It has 18 grammatical cases, vowel harmony that governs suffix forms, and a definite/indefinite verb conjugation system. It is not a language you pick up casually.
LA’s Hungarian community is historically rooted in the Fairfax District and Mid-Wilshire, going back to the post-WWII and 1956 revolution immigration waves. Hungarian-owned businesses, delis, and bakeries used to dot Fairfax Avenue. That old-school community has thinned out, but Hungarian-Americans are still scattered across the Westside and the Valley. There are Hungarian churches, cultural organizations, and social clubs that keep the community connected. Many of our Hungarian students are heritage learners — people whose grandparents or parents spoke it but who never learned it formally. Others are spouses of Hungarians, or professionals working with Hungarian companies.
Strommen has been teaching Hungarian since 2014 with native speakers from Hungary. We won’t sugarcoat it: Hungarian is a difficult language, and there’s no shortcut through the grammar. But that’s exactly why learning with a native-speaking tutor matters so much. Our tutors break down the case system and verb conjugations through conversation and real-world usage, not just charts. Every session is tailored to you — whether you want to speak with family, prepare for life in Budapest, or just take on a genuine linguistic challenge.
No public Hungarian group classes right now — but we can set up a semi-private class for your family, friends, or company with as few as two people. Get in touch.
Hungarian class FAQ
What is the best way to learn Hungarian?
With a patient, skilled native speaker — full stop. Hungarian grammar is complex enough that self-study usually hits a wall within a few weeks. The case system, vowel harmony, and verb conjugations all interact with each other, and you need someone to explain why things change the way they do. Flashcard apps can help with vocabulary, but they can't teach you how to construct a Hungarian sentence. Consistent lessons with a native tutor, combined with Hungarian media exposure between sessions, is the most reliable approach.
How long does it take to learn Hungarian?
The Foreign Service rates Hungarian as Category IV — one of the hardest for English speakers, on par with languages like Vietnamese and Turkish. Professional proficiency takes an estimated 1,100 class hours. For basic conversational ability, most students need 12 to 18 months of regular study. The grammar demands a lot of memorization upfront, but Hungarian is very consistent in its rules, so once you internalize the system, progress accelerates.
Is Hungarian hard for English speakers?
Honestly, yes. Hungarian is considered one of the hardest European languages for English speakers. There's almost no shared vocabulary, the grammar works on completely different principles, and the 18 cases take serious effort to learn. That said, pronunciation is consistent and phonetic, word order is flexible, and the language has a logical internal structure. It's hard, but it's not chaotic — every rule applies predictably. Students who enjoy systematic thinking tend to do well with it.
Can I take Hungarian classes online?
Yes, all Hungarian lessons are available online. Given how few Hungarian tutors are available in any single city, online lessons are often the best way to find a qualified native speaker. Our video-call format supports screen sharing for written exercises and lets you learn from anywhere in the LA area or beyond.
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