🇦🇫 Pashto phrases

How to Say "Good" in Pashto

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ښه
"Good" in Pashto · say it like khah

The most natural way to say "Good" in Pashto is ښه. 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

سم
used in more formal contexts
عالی
means excellent, often used for emphasis

When to use it

You can use 'ښه' in everyday conversations to express approval or satisfaction. It is suitable for both formal and informal situations. Use it when you want to compliment something or someone.

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Examples in Pashto

PashtoEnglish
دا کتاب ډیر ښه دی.This book is very good.
تاسو ښه کار کړی دی.You have done a good job.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'ښه' with 'عالی', thinking they are interchangeable, but 'عالی' is stronger.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear ښه, 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 'ښه' be used in formal writing?

'ښه' is appropriate in both spoken and written contexts, including formal writing.

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