How to say “Hello” in Sanskrit
The most common way to say “hello” in Sanskrit. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
नमस्ते
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Sanskrit
नमस्ते, कथमस्ति भवान्?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Hello" in Sanskrit?
"Hello" in Sanskrit is "नमस्ते". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "नमस्ते" written in Sanskrit?
Sanskrit uses the Devanagari script, an abugida. "नमस्ते" is the standard left-to-right written form.
How do you pronounce "नमस्ते" in Sanskrit?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "नमस्ते" 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 "नमस्ते" mean in English?
"नमस्ते" is the Sanskrit 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 Sanskrit?
Many languages — including Sanskrit — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "नमस्ते" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Sanskrit spoken?
Sanskrit is spoken by an estimated 25,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Sanskrit dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Sanskrit dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "नमस्ते" or any other Sanskrit text.