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How to Say "Love" in Hungarian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
szerelem
"Love" in Hungarian 路 say it like seh-reh-lehm

The most natural way to say "Love" in Hungarian is szerelem. 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

szeretet
used more for love in a general or familial sense
szerelmes 茅rz茅s
refers specifically to romantic love

When to use it

You can use 'szerelem' when talking about romantic feelings or deep affection. It is often used in poetry or songs. In everyday conversation, you might use it to express love for a partner or a close friend.

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Examples in Hungarian

HungarianEnglish
A szerelem mindent legy艖z.Love conquers all.
A szerelem csod谩latos 茅rz茅s.Love is a wonderful feeling.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'szerelem' with 'szeretet', using them interchangeably when they have different nuances.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

How do you say 'I love you' in Hungarian?

'Akarom, hogy tudj, szeretlek.' is the phrase for 'I love you.'

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