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How to Say "Yes" in Hungarian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Igen
"Yes" in Hungarian 路 say it like ee-gen

The most natural way to say "Yes" in Hungarian is Igen. 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

Persze
used in casual conversations to mean 'of course'
H谩t persze
a more emphatic way to say 'of course'

When to use it

Use 'igen' when you want to agree with someone or confirm something. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. You can use it in conversations, meetings, or any situation where a simple affirmation is needed.

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Examples in Hungarian

HungarianEnglish
Igen, szeretem a csokol谩d茅t.Yes, I love chocolate.
Igen, elmegyek a bulira.Yes, I will go to the party.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'igen' with 'nem', which means 'no'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Igen, 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

How do you say 'yes' in Hungarian?

'Yes' in Hungarian is 'igen'.

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