🇦🇫 Pashto phrases

How to Say "What does this mean?" in Pashto

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
دا څه مانا لري؟
"What does this mean?" in Pashto · say it like dah tsah mahnah lari

The most natural way to say "What does this mean?" in Pashto is دا څه مانا لري؟. 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

دا څه معنی لري؟
Another way to ask the same question, slightly more formal.
دا څه دی؟
A more casual way to ask, often used in informal conversations.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you encounter something unfamiliar, like a word or a concept. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. Use it when you want clarification or explanation from someone.

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Examples in Pashto

PashtoEnglish
زه پوه نه یم، دا څه مانا لري؟I don't understand, what does this mean?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'مانا' (mana) with 'معنی' (ma'ni), thinking they are interchangeable, but they can have slightly different connotations.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear دا څه مانا لري؟, 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

When should I use this phrase?

Use it whenever you need clarification about something you do not understand.

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