🇭🇺 Hungarian phrases

How to Say "What's up?" in Hungarian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Mi újság?
"What's up?" in Hungarian · say it like mee ooy-shahg

The most natural way to say "What's up?" in Hungarian is Mi újság?. 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

Hogy vagy?
more direct, asking how someone is doing
Mi a helyzet?
another casual way to ask what's going on

When to use it

You can use 'Mi újság?' when you meet friends or acquaintances. It's a friendly way to start a conversation. It's informal, so it's best used in casual settings.

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Examples in Hungarian

HungarianEnglish
Szia! Mi újság?Hi! What's up?
Common mistake
Learners often translate it too literally, missing the casual context.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use this phrase in formal situations?

No, it's best reserved for casual conversations.

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