🇦🇫 Pashto phrases

How to Say "Hi" in Pashto

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

The most natural way to say "Hi" 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
a more formal greeting often used in religious contexts
هیله لرم
a casual way to say hi, meaning 'I hope' or 'I wish'

When to use it

Use 'سلام' when greeting someone in any informal or formal setting. It is appropriate for both friends and strangers. You can use it at any time of the day.

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Examples in Pashto

PashtoEnglish
سلام، څنګه یی؟Hello, how are you?
سلام، خوشحاله یم چې تا سره ګورم.Hello, I am happy to see you.
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse 'سلام' with 'خدای پامان' 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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