🇭🇺 Hungarian phrases

How to Say "How much is this?" in Hungarian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Mennyibe kerül ez?
"How much is this?" in Hungarian · say it like men-nee-beh keh-rool ez

The most natural way to say "How much is this?" in Hungarian is Mennyibe kerül ez?. 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

Hány forint?
This is a more casual way to ask, often used among friends.
Mennyit kérnek érte?
This is a slightly more formal variant, suitable for shops.

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to know the price of something in a store or market. It is polite and straightforward. You can also use it when asking a friend about the cost of an item they have.

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Examples in Hungarian

HungarianEnglish
Mennyibe kerül ez a könyv?How much is this book?
Mennyibe kerül a jegy?How much is the ticket?
Common mistake
A common mistake is to forget to use 'ez' (this) when asking about a specific item.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use this phrase in a restaurant?

Yes, you can use it to ask about the price of a dish.

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