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How to Say "Bless you" in Telugu

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ఆశీర్వాదం
"Bless you" in Telugu · say it like aa-sheer-vah-dahm

The most natural way to say "Bless you" in Telugu is ఆశీర్వాదం. 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

దీవెనలు
used in some regions as a more formal blessing

When to use it

You can say this phrase when someone sneezes. It is a polite way to express good wishes. It is commonly used in casual conversations among friends and family.

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Examples in Telugu

TeluguEnglish
మీరు అలా ఎందుకు ఊపిరి తీసుకున్నారు? ఆశీర్వాదం!Why did you sneeze like that? Bless you!
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse it with a general greeting; it is specifically for sneezing.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a different way to say 'Bless you' in Telugu?

Yes, some people use 'దీవెనలు' in more formal contexts.

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