🇮🇳 Hindi phrases

How to Say "Hi" in Hindi

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
नमस्ते
"Hi" in Hindi · say it like nuh-muh-steh

The most natural way to say "Hi" in Hindi is नमस्ते. 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

नमस्कार
more formal greeting, often used in respectful contexts
नमस्ते जी
adds respect, commonly used with elders or in formal situations

When to use it

Use 'नमस्ते' when greeting someone in person or on the phone. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. You can use it at any time of the day.

Say it out loud, get corrected

Reading it is not the same as saying it. Practice "Hi" and thousands more with an AI coach that listens.

Examples in Hindi

HindiEnglish
नमस्ते, आप कैसे हैं?Hello, how are you?
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse 'नमस्ते' with 'नमस्कार', thinking they are interchangeable, but 'नमस्कार' is more formal.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

Can I use 'नमस्ते' at any time?

Yes, 'नमस्ते' can be used at any time of the day.

Learn Hindi by speaking it

Two free conversations. No card needed.