Hindi for Kids
How to Say "Hello" in Hindi
The most useful word to start any conversation. Kids can use it to greet friends, teachers, and family from any culture.
In Hindi (हिन्दी)
नमस्ते (Namaste)
Pronounced: nah-mah-STAY
How to use this phrase
- Greet a friend: Try saying "नमस्ते (Namaste)" the next time you meet someone who speaks Hindi.
- Practice with family: Use it during dinner or while watching a Hindi cartoon together.
- Be respectful: Speaking even a few words in someone's language shows you care about their culture.
- Have fun: Don't worry about being perfect — every native speaker started where you are now.
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