üdülni

Üdülni is a Hungarian verb meaning to go on vacation or holiday, i.e., to spend time away from work or routine for rest and leisure. The action is commonly associated with staying at a resort, a holiday hotel, or another place that offers recreational amenities. In everyday speech it is often used with place names, for example: “Nyáron a Balatonon üdülünk” (We vacation at Lake Balaton).

Usage and nuance: üdülni is generally synonymous with nyaralni in many contexts, but the two can carry slightly different connotations. Nyaralni often emphasizes travel and leisure more broadly, while üdülni can highlight rest, relaxation, and spending time at a dedicated holiday spot or resort. Both verbs are widely understood and commonly interchangeable in casual language, though regional or stylistic preferences may apply.

Related terms: the noun form üdülés denotes the state or act of resting and vacation, while üdülő refers to a resort, holiday home, or resort town. Üdülőhely means a resort area. These related words reflect the broader concept of taking time off to recuperate in a leisure setting.

Etymology and usage notes: üdülni derives from üdülés, meaning rest or relaxation. In standard Hungarian, it is a regular verb used to describe taking a break for leisure, with common constructions such as “üdülni valahol” or “üdülést tölteni.”