How to say “Hello” in Dari
The most common way to say “hello” in Dari. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
سلام
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Dari
سلام, حال شما چطور است؟
Frequently asked
How do you say "Hello" in Dari?
"Hello" in Dari is "سلام". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "سلام" written in Dari?
Dari uses the Arabic alphabet, an abjad. "سلام" is the standard right-to-left written form.
How do you pronounce "سلام" in Dari?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "سلام" 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 "سلام" mean in English?
"سلام" is the Dari 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 Dari?
Many languages — including Dari — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "سلام" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Dari spoken?
Dari is spoken by an estimated 9 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Dari dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Dari dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "سلام" or any other Dari text.