Hungarian · Greetings & Phrases

Szívesen

you're welcome

Beginnerphrase

Definition

A polite response to being thanked.

Example

Köszönöm! – Szívesen!

Thank you! – You're welcome!

Etymology

'Szívesen' translates to 'you're welcome', derived from 'szív' (heart) implying willingness to help or serve others.

How & Where It’s Used

'Szívesen' is an informal response to expressions of thanks, commonly used in spoken language but can also be used in friendly written contexts.

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