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How to say hello in Urdu

The seven phrases you'll use every day, each with its real sound.

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السلام علیکم
assalam o alaikumHello / peace be upon you

The universal greeting: any time, anyone.

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وعلیکم السلام
wa alaikum assalamthe reply

When someone says salam to you, this is what you say back.

آپ کیسے ہیں؟
aap kaise hainHow are you?

Formal and respectful. It uses آپ.

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شکریہ
shukriyaThank you

The everyday thank you.

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براہ کرم
barae karamPlease

Add it to a request to sound polite.

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معاف کیجیے
maaf kijiyeSorry / excuse me

To get attention, pass by someone, or apologise.

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خدا حافظ
khuda hafizGoodbye

Literally, God be your protector.

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