The Hungarian language is a unique member of the Finno-Ugric group of the Uralic language family. It is primarily spoken in Hungary and by Hungarian communities in neighboring countries. With about 13 million speakers, it is known for its complex grammar and extensive use of vowel harmony. Hungarian is distinct from most other European languages, which are predominantly Indo-European. It features 14 vowel phonemes and a rich system of suffixes that modify word meanings. The language has a rich literary tradition and is recognized for its contributions to poetry and prose in Europe.