How to say "Please" in Hindi

कृपयाTransliterationkripayāPronunciation/krɪˈpəjɑː/FormalityPolite

Meaning

A polite word used to make a request or demand less direct.

Usage

Used in formal and polite contexts, such as with elders, strangers, or in service interactions. Often placed before or after the request. Can sound overly formal in very casual settings.

Example sentences

  • Please pass the salt.

    कृपया नमक पास कर दीजिए।

  • Please sit down.

    कृपया बैठिए।

Related expressions

  • प्लीज़plīz— A casual borrowing from English, used in informal contexts.

    Common in spoken Hindi, especially among younger speakers or in relaxed settings.

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