🇦🇫 Pashto phrases

How to Say "I'm tired" in Pashto

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
زه ستړی یم
"I'm tired" in Pashto · say it like zah stari yem

The most natural way to say "I'm tired" in Pashto is زه ستړی یم. 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

زه خسته یم
This is a more casual way to express tiredness.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you feel fatigued after work or a long day. It is appropriate in both casual and formal settings. You might say it to a friend or a colleague to express your need for rest.

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Examples in Pashto

PashtoEnglish
زه ستړی یم، زه باید لږه استراحت وکړم.I am tired, I need to rest a little.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'ستړی' with 'خسته', but both can be used depending on the context.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear زه ستړی یم, 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 say I am very tired?

You can say 'زه ډیر ستړی یم' which means 'I am very tired.'

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