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Basic Urdu Phrases for Beginners (with Audio)

Start with these: jii (yes, politely), nahin (no), achchhaa (okay), meraa naam … hai (my name is …) and shukriyaa (thank you). With these few words you can already get through a short chat.

Yes, no and okay

jii is the polite yes. Friends also say haan.

About you

Swap in your own name.

When you get stuck

These are the most useful phrases for a learner. Say them and people will happily slow down.

At home with family

Phrases you will hear (and can say) every day.

Quick quiz

Listen and pick the meaning. Three questions.

Questions people ask

What are some basic Urdu words for beginners?

jii (yes), nahin (no), achchhaa (okay), shukriyaa (thank you), salaam (hello) and ḳhudaa haafiz (goodbye).

How do you say "I miss you" in Urdu?

Say "mujhe aap kii yaad aatii hai". To a close friend: "tum bahut yaad aate ho".

How do you say "my name is" in Urdu?

Say "meraa naam … hai", for example "meraa naam Ali hai".

Keep learning

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