Unlock the most useful daily life Nepali questions that you can use instantly in real conversations! Whether you’re chatting with friends, shopping in a local market, travelling around Nepal, or meeting new people, these practical Nepali questions will help you speak more confidently and naturally. You’ll learn how to ask for information, start conversations, express needs, and navigate everyday situations with ease.
Start conversations with these fundamental personal questions to meet new people and build connections.
| English | Romanized Nepali | नेपाली Script |
|---|---|---|
| What is your name? | Tapaiko nam k ho | तपाईंको नाम के हो? |
| Where are you from? | Tapai kahabata hunuhuncha? | तपाईं कहाँबाट हुनुहुन्छ? |
| How old are you? | Tapai kati barṣako hunuhuncha? | तपाईं कति वर्षको हुनुहुन्छ? |
| What do you do? | Tapai k kam garnuhuncha? | तपाईं के काम गर्नुहुन्छ? |
| Where do you live? | Tapai kaha basnuhuncha? | तपाईं कहाँ बस्नुहुन्छ? |
| How do you feel / What do you think? | Tapailai kasto lagyo? | तपाईंलाई कस्तो लाग्यो? |
Use these questions in your day-to-day interactions—at home, with friends, or in casual settings.
| English | Romanized Nepali | नेपाली Script |
|---|---|---|
| Where are you going? | Kata jadai hunuhuncha? | कता जाँदै हुनुहुन्छ? |
| What are you doing? | Ke gardai hunuhuncha? | के गर्दै हुनुहुन्छ? |
| What time? | Kati baje? | कति बजे? |
| How much is this? | Kati cha / Kati parcha? | कति छ / कति पर्छ? |
| May I come in? | Bhitra aun milchha? | भित्र आउन मिल्छ? |
| Do you need help? | Tapailai sahayog chahinchha? | तपाईंलाई सहयोग चाहिन्छ? |
Essential questions for exploring Nepal, shopping, and asking for directions or products.
| English | Romanized Nepali | नेपाली Script |
|---|---|---|
| Where can I find this? | Yo kaha painchha? | यो कहाँ पाइन्छ? |
| Which way is the road? | Bato kata ho? | बाटो कता हो? |
| How far is it? | Kati tada cha? | कति टाढा छ? |
| Can I eat this / Is it edible? | Khana milchha? | खान मिल्छ? |
| Can I take a photo? | Photo khichna milchha? | फोटो खिच्न मिल्छ? |
Use these questions when you need clarification, want to check understanding, or need someone to speak English.
| English | Romanized Nepali | नेपाली Script |
|---|---|---|
| Did you understand? | Bujhnubhayo? | बुझ्नुभयो? |
| Please say it again. | Pheri bhannuhos. | फेरि भन्नुहोस्। |
| Please speak slowly. | Bistarei bhannuhos. | बिस्तारै भन्नुहोस्। |
| Can you speak English? | Angreji bolna saknuhuncha? | अंग्रेजी बोल्न सक्नुहुन्छ? |
| Do you understand me? | Malai bujhnubhayo? | मलाई बुझ्नुभयो? |
Express politeness and care with these social questions that show genuine interest in others.
| English | Romanized Nepali | नेपाली Script |
|---|---|---|
| Did you eat? | Khana khanuvayo? | खाना खानु भयो? |
| How are you? | Kasari hunuhuncha? | कसरी हुनुहुन्छ? |
| Are you free right now? | Tapai fursadma hunuhuncha? | तपाईं फुर्सदमा हुनुहुन्छ? |
| Can I come along? | Sangai jana milchha? | सँगै जान मिल्छ? |
| May I help you? | Sahayog garna milchha? | सहयोग गर्न मिल्छ? |
Learn essential questions for emergencies, health situations, and safety concerns. These could be lifesaving in critical moments.
| English | Romanized Nepali | नेपाली Script |
|---|---|---|
| What happened? | Ke bhayo? | के भयो? |
| Where is the doctor? | Doctor kaha cha? | डाक्टर कहाँ छ? |
| Where is the pharmacy? | Pharmacy kaha cha? | फार्मेसी कहाँ छ? |
| Which way is the hospital? | Aspatal kata parcha? | अस्पताल कता पर्छ? |
| Can you call someone? | Kasailai call garna saknuhuncha? | कसैलाई कल गर्न सक्नुहुन्छ? |
| My money / phone is lost. | Paisa / mobile harayo. | पैसा / मोबाइल हरायो। |
| Is it safe? | Surakshit cha? | सुरक्षित छ? |
Understanding these grammar patterns will help you ask questions naturally and form your own questions in Nepali.
| Grammar Point | Explanation / Rule | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Question words | Common question words: “के” (what), “कहाँ” (where), “कसरी” (how), “कति” (how much/many) | तपाईं कहाँ बस्नुहुन्छ? (Where do you live?) |
| Polite “you” | Use “तपाईं” for polite/formal “you” when addressing strangers or in formal situations | तपाईं के गर्नुहुन्छ? (What do you do?) |
| Verb endings | Polite form of verbs often ends with “-hunuhuncha / -cha / -milchha” | तपाईंलाई सहयोग चाहिन्छ? (Do you need help?) |
| Yes/No questions | Can often be made by raising intonation; verb placement stays the same | भित्र आउन मिल्छ? (May I come in?) |
| Continuous actions | Use “gardai hunuhuncha” for “are doing” to express ongoing actions | के गर्दै हुनुहुन्छ? (What are you doing?) |
| Past actions | Use verb stem + “-yo” to ask about completed actions in past | खाना खानु भयो? (Did you eat?) |
| Requests / Polite commands | Use “-hos” endings for politeness when making requests or giving commands | फेरि भन्नुहोस्। (Please say it again.) |
| Permission / Possibility | Use “milchha” (can/may) or “cha” (is) for asking about safety, possibility, or permission | सुरक्षित छ? (Is it safe?) / सँगै जान मिल्छ? (Can I come along?) |
Master these 40+ essential questions to confidently navigate everyday situations, ask for help, and connect meaningfully with Nepali speakers.
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Principle 01
Always Use Polite Form
Use “तपाईं” (polite you) with strangers and unfamiliar people. Master verb endings like “-hunuhuncha,” “-cha,” and “-milchha” to sound respectful. |
Principle 02
Know Your Question Words
Master the six key question words: “के” (what), “कहाँ” (where), “कसरी” (how), “कति” (how much), “कसले” (who), and use them confidently. |
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Principle 03
Context Matters
Know when to use each question. Emergency questions differ from casual greetings. Adjust your tone and formality based on the situation. |
Principle 04
Don’t Fear Mistakes
Nepali speakers are patient and encouraging. Use these questions even if you’re not sure about perfect grammar. Effort is always appreciated. |
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