Signification
Very short, informal greeting among friends.
Contexte culturel
In the capital, 'Mizu' is often said with a very specific, slightly bored intonation. It's part of the 'cool' urban identity. You cannot talk about 'Mizu' without mentioning Fluor Tomi. His 2011 song is a cultural touchstone that everyone in Hungary knows, for better or worse. In Hungarian texting, 'Mizu' is often the very first word of a chat. It's considered polite to 'ping' someone with a 'Mizu' before asking for a favor. Older Hungarians might prefer 'Mi újság?' and view 'Mizu' as a sign of a declining vocabulary among the youth.
The Double Mizu
Saying 'Mizu, mizu?' (twice) makes you sound more enthusiastic and friendly.
The Age Limit
If the person is over 60, stick to 'Mi újság?'. 'Mizu' might sound like you're talking down to them.
Signification
Very short, informal greeting among friends.
The Double Mizu
Saying 'Mizu, mizu?' (twice) makes you sound more enthusiastic and friendly.
The Age Limit
If the person is over 60, stick to 'Mi újság?'. 'Mizu' might sound like you're talking down to them.
The Texting King
If you want to sound like a native, start your texts with 'Mizu?'. It's the ultimate low-effort opener.
Teste-toi
Which of the following is the most appropriate response to 'Mizu?' from a close friend?
Szia! Mizu?
'Semmi különös' (Nothing special) is the standard casual reply.
Complete the sentence to ask 'What's up with the party?'
Mizu a ________?
You need the instrumental case (-val) after Mizu when referring to an object/event.
Match the greeting to the person.
1. Mizu? | 2. Jó napot kívánok! | 3. Szia, hogy vagy?
Mizu is for friends, Jó napot for bosses, and Szia/Hogy vagy for acquaintances.
Fill in the missing slang word.
A: Szia! _____? B: Áh, semmi. Csak a szokásos.
Mizu fits the context of a short, casual greeting.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
When to use Mizu?
Safe
- • Best friend
- • Sibling
- • Gaming buddy
Danger
- • Boss
- • Grandmother
- • Police officer
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesSzia! Mizu?
'Semmi különös' (Nothing special) is the standard casual reply.
Mizu a ________?
You need the instrumental case (-val) after Mizu when referring to an object/event.
1. Mizu? | 2. Jó napot kívánok! | 3. Szia, hogy vagy?
Mizu is for friends, Jó napot for bosses, and Szia/Hogy vagy for acquaintances.
A: Szia! _____? B: Áh, semmi. Csak a szokásos.
Mizu fits the context of a short, casual greeting.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsOnly if used with the wrong person (like a boss). Among friends, it's perfectly friendly.
The most common answer is 'Semmi' (Nothing) or 'Semmi különös' (Nothing special), followed by 'Veled?' (With you?).
Only if it's a very casual email to a close friend. Never in a professional email.
'Mizu' is slang and youth-oriented; 'Mi újság' is neutral and safe for everyone.
It's 'Mizu' with a short 'u'. Writing it with a long 'ú' is a common spelling mistake.
Yes! You can say 'Mizu srácok?' (What's up guys?).
Sort of, but it's more like 'What's happening?'. It's about the situation, not just feelings.
Yes, although it's no longer 'new' slang, it has become a permanent part of the informal language.
Absolutely, it's very common in intimate relationships.
It's just a variation. Some people find it sounds a bit more 'playful'.
Expressions liées
Mi újság?
similarWhat's the news?
Mi a helyzet?
similarWhat's the situation?
Mizujs?
synonymWhat's up?
Mi a pálya?
similarWhat's the track?
Hogy vagy?
similarHow are you?
