s02e16 - (B2-C1) IWIW, avagy az egykori magyar Facebook_IWIW, or the Former Hungarian Facebook

Have you ever heard of a social media platform that connected almost half of a country — before Facebook even existed?

In this episode of Natural Hungarian, I take you back to the early 2000s to explore iWiW, Hungary's very own social network that once ruled the internet in the country. From its mysterious invite-only start, to becoming the number one digital meeting place for Hungarians, iWiW's story is one of innovation, nostalgia, and a little bit of national pride.

Perfect for B2–C1 level learners of Hungarian, this 7-minute episode combines accessible language with rich cultural insights. Learn about the digital history of Hungary, practice useful vocabulary, and discover how a local project almost beat Facebook at its own game.

🎙️ Let’s dive into the curious case of iWiW — the Hungarian Facebook that came too soon.

If you want to read a bit more or watch videos in Hungarian on the subject, you can do so here.

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