Express gratitude in Nepali with these essential phrases
Thank you in Nepali is "Dhanyabad" (धन्यवाद), pronounced "dhan-ya-baad". This is the standard way to express gratitude in Nepal and works in most situations. For extra emphasis, say "Dherai Dhanyabad" (धेरै धन्यवाद), meaning "thank you very much". Below you will find formal and casual ways to express gratitude, plus common responses like "you're welcome" and "no problem".
In casual settings among friends, Nepalis often don't say thank you explicitly - it's implied. However, with strangers or in formal situations, expressing gratitude is appreciated.
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| Nepali | English | Listen |
|---|---|---|
| धन्यवादDhanyabad | Thank youStandard thank you | |
| धेरै धन्यवादDherai dhanyabad | Thank you very muchExtra grateful | |
| धेरै-धेरै धन्यवादDherai-dherai dhanyabad | Thanks a lotEmphatic casual thanks | |
| धन्यवाद दाइDhanyabad dai | Thank you, brother / sirRespectful to older male | |
| धन्यवाद दिदीDhanyabad didi | Thank you, sister / madamRespectful to older female | |
| तपाईंको मद्दतको लागि धन्यवादTapaainko maddatko laagi dhanyabad | Thank you for your helpSpecific gratitude | |
| खानाको लागि धन्यवादKhaanako laagi dhanyabad | Thank you for the foodAfter a meal | |
| आउनु भएकोमा धन्यवादAaunu bhaekoma dhanyabad | Thank you for comingWelcoming guests | |
| म कृतज्ञ छुMa kritagna chhu | I am gratefulFormal / written | |
| स्वागतम्Swagatam | You're welcomeResponse to thank you | |
| केही छैनKehi chhaina | No problem / It's nothingCasual response | |
| कृपयाKripaya | PleasePolite request | |
| माफ गर्नुहोस्Maaf garnuhos | Excuse me / SorryPolite apology | |
| मलाई माफ गर्नुहोस्Malai maaf garnuhos | Please forgive meSincere apology |
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