How to say “No” in Dari
The most common way to say “no” in Dari. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
نخیر
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How do you say "No" in Dari?
"No" in Dari is "نخیر". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "نخیر" written in Dari?
Dari uses the Arabic alphabet, an abjad. "نخیر" is the standard right-to-left written form.
How do you pronounce "نخیر" in Dari?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "نخیر" 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 "نخیر" mean in English?
"نخیر" is the Dari way of saying "No" 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 "No" in Dari?
Many languages — including Dari — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "نخیر" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Dari spoken?
Dari is spoken by an estimated 9 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Dari dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Dari dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "نخیر" or any other Dari text.