How to say “Hello” in Western Punjabi
The most common way to say “hello” in Western Punjabi. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
سلام
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Western Punjabi
سلام, تُسی کیویں او؟
Frequently asked
How do you say "Hello" in Western Punjabi?
"Hello" in Western Punjabi 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 Punjabi?
Western Punjabi uses the Arabic alphabet, an abjad. "سلام" is the standard left-to-right written form.
How do you pronounce "سلام" in Western Punjabi?
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 Punjabi 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 Punjabi?
Many languages — including Western Punjabi — 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 Punjabi spoken?
Western Punjabi is spoken by an estimated 93 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Western Punjabi dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Western Punjabi 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 Punjabi text.