🇭🇺 Hungarian phrases

How to Say "Thank you" in Hungarian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Köszönöm
"Thank you" in Hungarian · say it like kuh-suh-nuhm

The most natural way to say "Thank you" in Hungarian is Köszönöm. 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

Köszi
a casual way to say thank you among friends
Köszönöm szépen
a more formal way to express thanks

When to use it

You can use 'Köszönöm' in almost any situation where you want to express gratitude. It is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts. Use 'Köszi' when speaking with friends or in relaxed settings. For more formal occasions, 'Köszönöm szépen' is a good choice.

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Examples in Hungarian

HungarianEnglish
Köszönöm a segítséget!Thank you for the help!
Köszi, hogy itt vagy!Thanks for being here!
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse 'köszönöm' with 'köszi' and use them interchangeably in all situations, but 'köszi' is more casual.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Köszönöm, 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 'Köszönöm szépen'?

Use 'Köszönöm szépen' in formal situations or when you want to express extra gratitude.

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