🇳🇵 Nepali phrases

How to Say "Friend" in Nepali

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
मित्र
"Friend" in Nepali · say it like mee-trah

The most natural way to say "Friend" in Nepali is मित्र. 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

साथी
more casual and commonly used among younger people
सखा
used in a more formal or literary context

When to use it

You can use 'मित्र' when referring to a close friend in a respectful manner. It is suitable for both spoken and written contexts. 'साथी' is more casual and can be used among peers. Use 'सखा' in formal situations or when discussing friendship in literature.

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Examples in Nepali

NepaliEnglish
तिमी मेरो मित्र हौ।You are my friend.
मित्रता जीवनको सबैभन्दा महत्त्वपूर्ण कुरा हो।Friendship is the most important thing in life.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'मित्र' with 'साथी', thinking they are interchangeable, but 'मित्र' is more formal.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'मित्र' and 'साथी'?

'मित्र' is more formal, while 'साथी' is casual and commonly used among friends.

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