🇭🇺 Hungarian phrases

How to Say "Excuse me" in Hungarian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Elnézést
"Excuse me" in Hungarian · say it like el-neh-zest

The most natural way to say "Excuse me" in Hungarian is Elnézést. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Bocsánat
used more casually, often when apologizing
Elnézést kérek
a more formal way to say 'excuse me' or 'I apologize'

When to use it

You can use 'Elnézést' when you want to politely interrupt someone or ask for their attention. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. Use it when you need to apologize for a minor inconvenience as well.

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Examples in Hungarian

HungarianEnglish
Elnézést, meg tudná mondani, merre van a legközelebbi bolt?Excuse me, could you tell me where the nearest store is?
Elnézést, hogy zavarom.Excuse me for bothering you.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'Elnézést' with 'Bocsánat', but the former is more formal.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Elnézést, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Hungarian with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'Elnézést'?

Use it when you want to politely ask for attention or apologize in a formal context.

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