🇳🇵 Nepali phrases

How to Say "How are you?" in Nepali

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
तिमीलाई कस्तो छ?
"How are you?" in Nepali · say it like tee-mee-lai kas-toh chha

The most natural way to say "How are you?" in Nepali is तिमीलाई कस्तो छ?. 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

तपाईंलाई कस्तो छ?
Use this in formal situations.
के छ त?
This is a casual way to ask among friends.

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to inquire about someone's well-being. It is a common greeting in both formal and informal settings. Adjust the formality based on your relationship with the person.

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Examples in Nepali

NepaliEnglish
तिमीलाई कस्तो छ? म धेरै खुसी छु।How are you? I am very happy.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse the use of 'तिमी' (informal) and 'तपाईं' (formal).

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

Can I use this phrase with strangers?

Yes, but it's better to use the formal version 'तपाईंलाई कस्तो छ?' with strangers.

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