馃嚟馃嚭 Hungarian phrases

How to Say "Hi" in Hungarian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Szia
"Hi" in Hungarian 路 say it like see-yah

The most natural way to say "Hi" in Hungarian is Szia. 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

Hell贸
more common in formal situations or among younger people
脺dv枚zl枚m
used in very formal contexts

When to use it

Use 'Szia' when greeting friends or people of your age. It is informal and friendly. 'Hell贸' can also be used in casual settings, especially among younger people. For formal situations, prefer '脺dv枚zl枚m'.

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Examples in Hungarian

HungarianEnglish
Szia, hogy vagy?Hi, how are you?
Hell贸, j贸 l谩tni t茅ged!Hello, good to see you!
Common mistake
Learners often use 'Hell贸' in all situations, but it's better for casual contexts.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Szia, 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

Is 'Szia' appropriate for all ages?

'Szia' is generally used among peers, while older generations might prefer more formal greetings.

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