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How to Say "Where are you from?" in Khmer

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
អ្នកមកពីណា?
"Where are you from?" in Khmer · say it like ah-nek mok pi nah?

The most natural way to say "Where are you from?" in Khmer is អ្នកមកពីណា?. 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

អ្នកមកពីណា?
This is the standard way to ask in any context.
អ្នកមកពីណា? (formal)
Use this in formal situations.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when meeting someone new and you want to know their background. It is polite and friendly. It can be used in both casual and formal settings.

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Examples in Khmer

KhmerEnglish
សួស្តី! អ្នកមកពីណា?Hello! Where are you from?
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the polite form when addressing elders.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is this phrase used in all regions of Cambodia?

Yes, it is widely understood and used throughout Cambodia.

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