How to say “Hello” in Slovak

The most common way to say “hello” in Slovak. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.

Ahoj

In a sentence

English

Hello, how are you?

Slovak

Ahoj, Ako sa máš?

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Frequently asked

How do you say "Hello" in Slovak?

"Hello" in Slovak is "Ahoj". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.

How is "Ahoj" written in Slovak?

"Ahoj" is the standard written form in Slovak, rendered left-to-right.

How do you pronounce "Ahoj" in Slovak?

Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Ahoj" 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 "Ahoj" mean in English?

"Ahoj" is the Slovak 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 Slovak?

Many languages — including Slovak — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Ahoj" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.

Where is Slovak spoken?

Slovak 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 Slovak dictionary?

Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Slovak dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Ahoj" or any other Slovak text.

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