🇭🇺 Hungarian phrases

How to Say "Stop" in Hungarian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Állj.
"Stop" in Hungarian · say it like ahl-y

The most natural way to say "Stop" in Hungarian is Állj.. 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

Megállj.
used when addressing someone directly
Állj meg.
more emphatic, often used in urgent situations

When to use it

You can use 'Állj' when you want someone to stop what they are doing. It is a direct command and can be used in various situations, from casual to serious. It's important to use an appropriate tone depending on the context.

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Examples in Hungarian

HungarianEnglish
Állj, kérlek!Stop, please!
Állj meg a piros lámpánál.Stop at the red light.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'állj' with 'álljon', which is a more formal version used in polite requests.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Állj., 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 'állj' instead of 'állj meg'?

'Állj' is a general command, while 'állj meg' is used for more specific stopping situations.

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