The Basics: Yes and No

In Hungarian, saying ‘Yes’ and ‘No’ is simple yet powerful. Here’s how you say them:

• Yes: Igen (pronounced ee-gen)
• No: Nem (pronounced nem)

When and How to Use Them

Hungarians are direct communicators, so these words are used frequently in daily conversations. Here are some examples:

• Q: Would you like some coffee? (Kérsz kávét?) A: Yes! (Igen!)
• Q: Are you tired? (Fáradt vagy?) A: No. (Nem.)

Adding Some Style to Your Responses

If you want to sound more natural or polite, you can expand your answers:

• Igen, kérem. (Yes, please.)
• Nem, köszönöm. (No, thank you.)

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