🇦🇫 Pashto phrases

How to Say "Help" in Pashto

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
مرسته
"Help" in Pashto · say it like mur-sah-tah

The most natural way to say "Help" in Pashto is مرسته. 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

کمک
used in more formal contexts

When to use it

You can use this word when you need assistance or when offering help to someone. It is appropriate in both casual and formal situations. It can be used in conversations, requests, or when responding to someone in need.

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Examples in Pashto

PashtoEnglish
تاسې ته مرسته پکار ده؟Do you need help?
Common mistake
Some learners confuse 'مرسته' with 'کمک', but they are used in different contexts.

The fastest way to remember it

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

How do I ask for help in Pashto?

You can say 'مرسته غواړم' which means 'I want help.'

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