Since Mangalore is a diverse city where several languages are spoken, it is helpful to know idioms in Tulu, Kannada and Konkani. Some important expressions are "namaskara" for "hello," "heglu" or "hogi" for "go" or "let go," "kshamisi" for "excuse me," "daniyavad" for "thank you," "kodi" for "please," "kanda" for "yes," and "illa" for "no." If you know these expressions, you will be able to communicate better with the locals and find your way around Mangalore more easily.