Significado
Wishing someone a good break.
Contexto cultural
The 'péntek délután' (Friday afternoon) feeling is very strong. Many offices close early on Fridays, around 2:00 PM or 4:00 PM. It is very common to respond with 'Viszont kívánom!' even to strangers, like bus drivers or shop assistants. The phrase is often paired with 'Jó pihenést!' (Good rest!), reflecting the Hungarian value of relaxing after a hard week. In rural areas, the weekend often involves gardening or DIY work, so the wish might imply a 'productive' but pleasant break.
The 'Viszont' Rule
Always respond with 'Viszont kívánom!' to sound like a native. It's the polite 'you too'.
Don't forget the -T
Without the '-t', the phrase sounds incomplete and grammatically 'naked' to a Hungarian ear.
Significado
Wishing someone a good break.
The 'Viszont' Rule
Always respond with 'Viszont kívánom!' to sound like a native. It's the polite 'you too'.
Don't forget the -T
Without the '-t', the phrase sounds incomplete and grammatically 'naked' to a Hungarian ear.
Friday Timing
Saying it too early on Friday (like 9:00 AM) might seem like you're eager to leave. Wait until after lunch!
Teste-se
Complete the phrase with the correct ending.
Kellemes hétvége__!
The accusative case '-t' is required because the weekend is the object of the wish.
Which is the most appropriate response to 'Kellemes hétvégét!'?
A: Kellemes hétvégét! B: ________
'Viszont kívánom!' means 'I wish it back to you' and is the standard polite response.
Match the phrase to the correct time.
When should you say 'Kellemes hétvégét!'?
The phrase is specifically for the upcoming weekend, usually starting Friday afternoon.
Fill in the missing word in this formal email closing.
Munkájához sok sikert, és kellemes hétvégét _______!
'Kívánok' means 'I wish' and completes the formal expression.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Weekend Activities in Hungary
Nature
- • Kirándulás
- • Balaton
- • Telek
Food
- • Bográcsozás
- • Vasárnapi ebéd
- • Sütizés
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosKellemes hétvége__!
The accusative case '-t' is required because the weekend is the object of the wish.
A: Kellemes hétvégét! B: ________
'Viszont kívánom!' means 'I wish it back to you' and is the standard polite response.
When should you say 'Kellemes hétvégét!'?
The phrase is specifically for the upcoming weekend, usually starting Friday afternoon.
Munkájához sok sikert, és kellemes hétvégét _______!
'Kívánok' means 'I wish' and completes the formal expression.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasNo, that would be like just saying 'Weekend!' in English. You need the adjective 'Kellemes' or 'Jó'.
Yes, it is perfectly polite. For extra respect, add 'kívánok' at the end.
You can still say it to others, but if they say it to you, you might reply: 'Köszönöm, de én sajnos dolgozom.' (Thanks, but unfortunately I'm working.)
Neither is 'better', but 'Szép hétvégét' is slightly more modern and 'Kellemes' is more traditional.
It marks the accusative case, showing that 'weekend' is the object of the verb 'to wish'.
Only on Sunday morning. By Sunday afternoon, people are already thinking about Monday, so it feels a bit late.
You can say 'Kellemes hétvégét mindenkinek!' (Pleasant weekend to everyone!).
'Kellemes' is 'pleasant', 'jó' is 'good'. 'Kellemes' sounds slightly more formal and sophisticated.
No, because you are only wishing them the one upcoming weekend.
Yes, it's a very common way to end a business email on a Friday.
Frases relacionadas
Szép hétvégét!
similarHave a beautiful weekend!
Jó hétvégét!
similarHave a good weekend!
Kellemes pihenést!
builds onHave a pleasant rest!
Szép hetet!
contrastHave a nice week!
Viszont kívánom!
builds onI wish it back to you!
