How to say “Hello” in Kyrgyz
The most common way to say “hello” in Kyrgyz. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Салам
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Kyrgyz
Салам, Кандайсың?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Hello" in Kyrgyz?
"Hello" in Kyrgyz is "Салам". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Салам" written in Kyrgyz?
Kyrgyz uses the Cyrillic alphabet, an alphabet. "Салам" is the standard left-to-right written form.
How do you pronounce "Салам" in Kyrgyz?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Салам" 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 "Салам" mean in English?
"Салам" is the Kyrgyz 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 Kyrgyz?
Many languages — including Kyrgyz — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Салам" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Kyrgyz spoken?
Kyrgyz is spoken by an estimated 5 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Kyrgyz dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Kyrgyz dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Салам" or any other Kyrgyz text.