Hindi for Kids
How to Say "Water" in Hindi
An essential travel word — useful at restaurants, parks, and on adventures.
In Hindi (हिन्दी)
पानी (Paani)
Pronounced: PAH-nee
How to use this phrase
- Greet a friend: Try saying "पानी (Paani)" 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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