How to Say "Hello" in Lao
The most natural way to say "Hello" in Lao is ສະບາຍດີ. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.
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When to use it
You can use 'ສະບາຍດີ' when greeting someone in person or on the phone. It is appropriate for both formal and informal situations. It is a friendly way to start a conversation.
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Examples in Lao
| Lao | English |
|---|---|
| ສະບາຍດີ, ທ່ານສະບາຍດີບໍ? | Hello, how are you? |
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Frequently asked questions
Is 'ສະບາຍດີ' used in all situations?
'ສະບາຍດີ' is suitable for most situations, but for very formal occasions, you might want to use a more formal greeting.
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