Hungarian Letters That Twist, Curl, and Surprise
Hungarian is full of letters that look a bit twisty and that’s part of the fun! Some letters have dots or double accents that change how they sound. To kids, they look like squiggly surprises, and each one opens the door to a new sound.
Twisty Shapes, Unique Sounds
Hungarian has 44 letters in its alphabet! Some of the most fun and surprising ones include:
- ö and ő – like the German “ö,” but longer!
- ü and ű – soft and musical
- cs, zs, gy – combinations that sound totally new to English speakersThese letters don’t exist in many other languages, so they feel special to master.
Why They Matter
Each twist or mark changes how a word sounds—and sometimes what it means. That’s why learning them early is important for young Hungarian learners.
Activities to Explore Hungarian Letters
Twist and Match!
Show pairs like u/ü or o/ö/ő and let kids listen to recordings, then match them to the right letter by sound.
Letter Art Time
Pick a curly Hungarian letter and let kids draw it big, decorate it, and practice saying it out loud.
Dinolingo’s Hungarian program includes colorful visuals and voice-over help so children can see and hear each letter clearly. With games and videos, even curly letters become easy and fun.
Ideal for ages 2–14, Dinolingo: turns tricky letters into playful learning moments. Available on iOS, Android, and the web, it’s a great way to explore one of Europe’s most unique alphabets.
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