Hungary: primary language is Hungarian — English gets you by in tourist areas, but is inconsistent elsewhere.
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The primary language in Hungary is Hungarian.
English gets you by in tourist areas, but is inconsistent elsewhere. Common in Budapest and tourist areas, less consistent elsewhere.
Learning "hello," "please," "thank you," "excuse me," and "the check please" in the local language goes a long way anywhere, including Hungary — locals consistently appreciate the effort.
Yes — an offline translation app is genuinely useful in Hungary, especially outside major tourist areas.