🇦🇫 Pashto phrases

How to Say "Beautiful" in Pashto

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ښکلی
"Beautiful" in Pashto · say it like shklee

The most natural way to say "Beautiful" in Pashto is ښکلی. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

خوبصورت
more formal or literary usage
جمیل
used in some regional dialects

When to use it

You can use 'ښکلی' to describe anything that looks nice, such as a person, a place, or an object. It is a versatile word that fits in both casual and formal conversations. Use it when you want to compliment someone or something.

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Examples in Pashto

PashtoEnglish
دا باغ ډیر ښکلی دی.This garden is very beautiful.
هغه یوه ښکلی نجلۍ ده.She is a beautiful girl.
Common mistake
Some learners confuse 'ښکلی' with 'خوبصورت', thinking they are interchangeable, but 'خوبصورت' is more formal.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear ښکلی, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Pashto with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use 'ښکلی' for anything beautiful?

Yes, it can be used for people, places, and objects.

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