Marathi Phrases
How to Say Hello in Marathi: नमस्कार (With Pronunciation)
Hello in Marathi is नमस्कार (namaskār) — the respectful greeting for any time of day. Pronunciation, Hindi meaning, example and usage.
The short answer
नमस्कार (namaskār)
Say नमस्कार (namaskār) — it works any time of day, for anyone, formal or friendly.
What you'll learn
- Say it: नमस्कार (namaskār)
- Hindi: नमस्कार · English: hello (respectful greeting)
- When to use it and an example sentence below
| Marathi | Pronunciation | Hindi | English | Example |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| नमस्कार | namaskār | नमस्कार | hello (respectful greeting) | नमस्कार, तुम्ही कसे आहात? Hello, how are you? · नमस्कार, आप कैसे हैं? |
How to use it
- Use it any time of day. For mornings and nights specifically, Marathi also has शुभ सकाळ (good morning) and शुभ रात्री (good night).
- Pair it like the example: नमस्कार, तुम्ही कसे आहात? (Hello, how are you?).
- Usage note: Greeting for elders and strangers.
Common questions
Is नमस्कार formal or casual?
Both. It is respectful enough for elders and strangers, natural enough for friends — that is why it is the first word to learn.
Do Marathi speakers also say हॅलो?
In cities you will hear हॅलो too, but नमस्कार is always correct and always appreciated.