How to say “Hello” in Gujarati
The most common way to say “hello” in Gujarati. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
નમસ્તે
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Gujarati
નમસ્તે, તમે કેમ છો?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Hello" in Gujarati?
"Hello" in Gujarati is "નમસ્તે". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "નમસ્તે" written in Gujarati?
"નમસ્તે" is the standard written form in Gujarati, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "નમસ્તે" in Gujarati?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "નમસ્તે" 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 "નમસ્તે" mean in English?
"નમસ્તે" is the Gujarati 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 Gujarati?
Many languages — including Gujarati — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "નમસ્તે" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Gujarati spoken?
Gujarati is spoken by an estimated 56 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Gujarati dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Gujarati dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "નમસ્તે" or any other Gujarati text.