How to say “hello” in Hindi
The short answer
नमस्ते
namastenuh-muh-STAY
Hello in Hindi is नमस्ते (namaste), usually said with palms pressed together and a slight bow.
5 ways to say hello in Hindi
नमस्ते
namastenuh-muh-STAY
Means: Hello (respectful)
Use it: Anyone, any time.
नमस्कार
namaskārnuh-muh-SKAHR
Means: Hello (more formal)
Use it: Formal settings.
धन्यवाद
dhanyavāddhun-yuh-VAHD
Means: Thank you
Use it: Polite thanks.
शुक्रिया
shukriyāshook-REE-yah
Means: Thanks
Use it: Everyday thanks, also common in Urdu.
आप कैसे हैं?
āp kaise hain?ahp KAI-say hain
Means: How are you? (polite)
Use it: Asking someone how they are.
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