vigyázz

Vigyázz is the second-person singular imperative form of the Hungarian verb vigyáz, meaning to watch, to be careful, or to beware. As an interjection, vigyázz is used to warn someone in the moment and translates to watch out or be careful.

Grammatically, vigyázz is informal singular. For polite or formal address, the form vigyázzon is used; for informal plural, vigyázzatok; and for formal plural, vigyázzanak. The related noun vigyázat means caution or warning and is commonly found in safety phrases and on signs.

Vigyáz is part of everyday safety language in Hungarian. It often appears at the start of a warning to prompt immediate attention, such as in traffic, on slippery surfaces, or in other hazardous situations. Distinct from the noun form, which denotes the concept of caution, the verb form is a directive aimed at a listener.

Translation and usage notes: vigyázz can mean “watch out,” “be careful,” or “take care,” depending on context. It is versatile in spoken language and frequently used in informal settings among friends, family, or coworkers. In formal writing or discourse, the corresponding polite form vigyázzon is preferred.

See also: vigyázat (caution, warning), vigyázzatok (you all be careful), vigyázzon (formally you be careful).

Examples:

Vigyázz! Autó közeledik.

Vigyázz az egyensúlyodra a nedves járdán.

Vigyázz, lépcső van.