How to say “Hello” in Western Persian
The most common way to say “hello” in Western Persian. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
سلام
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Western Persian
سلام, حال شما چطور است؟
Frequently asked
How do you say "Hello" in Western Persian?
"Hello" in Western Persian is "سلام". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "سلام" written in Western Persian?
Western Persian uses the Arabic alphabet, an abjad. "سلام" is the standard right-to-left written form.
How do you pronounce "سلام" in Western Persian?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "سلام" 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 "سلام" mean in English?
"سلام" is the Western Persian 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 Western Persian?
Many languages — including Western Persian — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "سلام" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Western Persian spoken?
Western Persian is spoken by an estimated 62 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Western Persian dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Western Persian dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "سلام" or any other Western Persian text.