Cultural Etiquette
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Main vs Hum in Hindi: “I” vs “We”
If you’ve been listening to Hindi conversations, you may have noticed something confusing. A single person is talking about themselves…but they keep using hum instead of main. In English, that sounds strange. Why would someone say “we” when they clearly mean “I”? But as we’ve seen previously when we looked at how to say Tum…
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How to say Take Care in Hindi
If you’re learning Hindi, chances are you’ve already wanted to say “take care” to someone. You finish a phone call.You’re ending a chat.Someone is sick, traveling, or just having a long day. In English, “take care” fits everywhere. But in Hindi, there is no single exact translation. Like the complexities with other phrases, this one…
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Yes and No in Hindi: Haan, Nahi, and What They Really Mean
Learn how to say yes and no in Hindi with haan, nahi, polite alternatives, pronunciation audio, and the conversational nuance translations miss.
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Good Afternoon in Hindi & other greetings
One of the simplest (and nicest) ways to connect with people in India is to greet them in Hindi. Whether it’s your host, your cab driver, or the chai seller at the corner, a friendly “Good Afternoon” in Hindi instantly brings a smile. In this post, let’s look at how to say Good Morning, Good…
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How to say Excuse Me in Hindi: For crowds, waiters and more
You’re walking through a crowded Delhi bazaar. Someone is blocking your way, and you need to squeeze past. Or maybe you’re at a restaurant and want to call the waiter. The question in your mind is: “How to say excuse me in Hindi?” We throw around Excuse Me quite a bit when talking in English,…
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Please in Hindi: Kripya, Zara & When to Skip It Entirely
“Please” in Hindi is usually translated as kripya. It is most natural in formal announcements, notices, and written requests. In everyday conversation, however, Hindi speakers often use zara, the English word “please,” or respectful verb forms such as dijiye and kijiye. This guide uses easy Roman Hindi throughout, so you can learn the phrases without…