How to say “Hello” in Central Kurdish
The most common way to say “hello” in Central Kurdish. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
سڵاو
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Central Kurdish
سڵاو, چۆنی؟
Frequently asked
How do you say "Hello" in Central Kurdish?
"Hello" in Central Kurdish is "سڵاو". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "سڵاو" written in Central Kurdish?
Central Kurdish uses the Arabic alphabet, an abjad. "سڵاو" is the standard right-to-left written form.
How do you pronounce "سڵاو" in Central Kurdish?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "سڵاو" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "سڵاو" mean in English?
"سڵاو" is the Central Kurdish way of saying "Hello" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "Hello" in Central Kurdish?
Many languages — including Central Kurdish — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "سڵاو" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Central Kurdish spoken?
Central Kurdish is spoken by an estimated 6 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Central Kurdish dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Central Kurdish dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "سڵاو" or any other Central Kurdish text.