Hungarian Fun Fact
There is no word in Hungarian that directly translates as "fun"... But, they do know how to have it.
Hungarian Fun Fact
The traffic light not only turns yellow right before turning red, but also turns yellow right before turning green, giving you time to get your car into first gear and moving.
European Fun Fact
A florist will not sell you an even number of roses here... Bad luck. Seriously, they won't do it.
Hungarian Fun Fact
The most important number in the country is 96... in 896 they settled here permanently and threw a HUGE celebration in 1896 to celebrate the 1000 year anniversary. It is symbolically represent all over in many different ways (number of steps in parliament, many buildings are 96 meters high, etc).
American Fun Fact
Though only ranked 18th and 19th worldwide in 8th grade Math & Science, Americans are ranked #1 in the world as the 'coolest nationality'.
European Fun Fact
To signify the number one, you use your thumb; the number two, your thumb and index finger; the number three your thumb, index finger, and middle finger... Four is the same as in America. I ordered to scoops of ice cream and got three at the bakery, only to be informed later as of why.
European Fun Fact
In their numbers with decimals, they use a comma rather than a period. For instance, I may pay €2,40 for a 1,5 liter box of 2,8% milk.
European Fun Fact
Most European baseball games are called 'matches' and runs are called 'points'. So, you win a baseball match by scoring more points.
Hungarian Fun Fact
It is the sunflower capital of the world... Jackpot for a ballplayer!
Hungarian Fun Fact
The average Hungarian eats about one pound of lard per week (they cook with it)... I am on pace!
Italian Fun Fact
You flip the light switch down to turn the lights on.
Hungarian not-so Fun Fact
American DVD's and VHS tapes do not work here. Neither does Netflix, most TV sites (in terms of watching shows), or some youtube videos. The world is broken up into sectors and to avoid pirating, much media can't be played through or in other places far from home.
Hungarian Fun Fact
* Hungarians eat their sandwiches open, with only one piece of bread.
Hungarian Fun Fact
* In Hungarian culture it is very rude to go inside with your outdoor shoes still on. You are to have slippers with you to wear indoors. Anything from flip flops to actual slippers counts as long as they are only worn indoors. Classroom slippers are actually on the school supply list (for real).