🇦🇫 Pashto phrases

How to Say "Hello" in Pashto

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
سلام
"Hello" in Pashto · say it like sah-lahm

The most natural way to say "Hello" in Pashto is سلام. 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

سلام علیکم
used in more formal or religious contexts
درود
less common, used in literary contexts

When to use it

You can use 'سلام' when greeting someone in any casual or formal setting. It is appropriate for both friends and strangers. It is a versatile greeting that fits various situations.

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Examples in Pashto

PashtoEnglish
سلام، څنګه یی؟Hello, how are you?
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse 'سلام' with 'خداحافظ' which means goodbye.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear سلام, 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

Is 'سلام' used in all Pashto-speaking regions?

Yes, 'سلام' is widely used across all Pashto-speaking areas.

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