Pahari Language Basics: 30 Phrases for Travellers

Kangri, Kulluvi and Mandeali greetings, market-day phrases and homestay pleasantries.

Go2Himachal Editorial2 November 20254 min read

Hindi works everywhere but a few Pahari words open homestay doors — literally.

Greetings

Ram Ram (universal). Jai Bholenath (Kullu-Mandi Shiva devotee greeting). Julley (Spiti/Ladakh).

Basic phrases

Kya haal? (how are you), Bahut sundar (very beautiful), Dhanyavad (thank you), Kitne ka? (how much).

Food phrases

Mainu thoda kam mirch chahida (I want less spice — Kangri), Bhukh laggi hai (I'm hungry).

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