How to say “Hello” in Kannada
The most common way to say “hello” in Kannada. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
ನಮಸ್ಕಾರ
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Kannada
ನಮಸ್ಕಾರ, ನೀವು ಹೇಗಿದ್ದೀರಿ?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Hello" in Kannada?
"Hello" in Kannada is "ನಮಸ್ಕಾರ". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "ನಮಸ್ಕಾರ" written in Kannada?
"ನಮಸ್ಕಾರ" is the standard written form in Kannada, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "ನಮಸ್ಕಾರ" in Kannada?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "ನಮಸ್ಕಾರ" 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 "ನಮಸ್ಕಾರ" mean in English?
"ನಮಸ್ಕಾರ" is the Kannada 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 Kannada?
Many languages — including Kannada — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "ನಮಸ್ಕಾರ" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Kannada spoken?
Kannada is spoken by an estimated 45 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Kannada dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Kannada dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "ನಮಸ್ಕಾರ" or any other Kannada text.