How to say “Hello” in Sahidic Coptic
The most common way to say “hello” in Sahidic Coptic. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
ⲭⲁⲓⲣⲉ
khaire
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Sahidic Coptic
ⲭⲁⲓⲣⲉ, ⲁϣ ⲧⲉ ⲧⲉⲕϩⲉ;
Frequently asked
How do you say "Hello" in Sahidic Coptic?
"Hello" in Sahidic Coptic is "ⲭⲁⲓⲣⲉ". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "ⲭⲁⲓⲣⲉ" written in Sahidic Coptic?
"ⲭⲁⲓⲣⲉ" is the standard written form in Sahidic Coptic, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "ⲭⲁⲓⲣⲉ" in Sahidic Coptic?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "ⲭⲁⲓⲣⲉ" 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 "ⲭⲁⲓⲣⲉ" mean in English?
"ⲭⲁⲓⲣⲉ" is the Sahidic Coptic 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 Sahidic Coptic?
Many languages — including Sahidic Coptic — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "ⲭⲁⲓⲣⲉ" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Sahidic Coptic spoken?
Sahidic Coptic is spoken by an estimated 300 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Sahidic Coptic dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Sahidic Coptic dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "ⲭⲁⲓⲣⲉ" or any other Sahidic Coptic text.