🇭🇺 Hungarian phrases

How to Say "Yes and no" in Hungarian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Igen és nem
"Yes and no" in Hungarian · say it like ee-gen es nem

The most natural way to say "Yes and no" in Hungarian is Igen és nem. 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

Igen, de nem
use when you want to agree but also express a limitation
Nem tudom
use when you are uncertain about something

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want to express mixed feelings or opinions. It is often used in discussions where both sides of an argument are valid. It can also indicate indecision or complexity in a situation.

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Examples in Hungarian

HungarianEnglish
Igen és nem, attól függ.Yes and no, it depends.
Igen és nem, mert van előnye és hátránya is.Yes and no, because there are advantages and disadvantages.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this phrase with a simple 'yes' or 'no', missing the nuance of mixed feelings.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'igen és nem'?

Use it when you want to express that something is not simply one way or the other.

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