How to say “Hello” in Urdu
The most common way to say “hello” in Urdu. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
ہیلو
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Urdu
ہیلو, آپ کیسے ہیں؟
Frequently asked
How do you say "Hello" in Urdu?
"Hello" in Urdu is "ہیلو". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "ہیلو" written in Urdu?
Urdu uses the Arabic alphabet, an abjad. "ہیلو" is the standard right-to-left written form.
How do you pronounce "ہیلو" in Urdu?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "ہیلو" 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 "ہیلو" mean in English?
"ہیلو" is the Urdu 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 Urdu?
Many languages — including Urdu — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "ہیلو" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Urdu spoken?
Urdu is spoken by an estimated 170 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Urdu dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Urdu dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "ہیلو" or any other Urdu text.