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Start by learning how to pronounce Nepali words using the Latin alphabet, before attempting to learn the Devanagari alphabet. Nepalese is largely phonetic in the Latin alphabet, although there are some sounds in Nepali that are not commonly made when speaking English. There are also differences in pronunciation between various national and regional dialects. If you're planning a trip to Nepal or Myanmar, practice the regional dialect of that specific region. As a first step in learning to speak Nepali, pick up a few common phrases of greeting that are spoken between Nepali individuals. The general Nepali greeting is "Namaste." This is pronounced "nah-mah-stay." Conveniently, "Namaste" also means goodbye. Address older men and older women respectfully as "dai" or "didi," respectively. Tell someone "Good morning" by saying, "Subha prabhat." Tell someone "Good evening" by saying "Subha sandhya." Ask "How are you?" by saying, "Tapai laai kasto chha?" Ask someone what their name is by saying, "Tapai ko naam ke ho?" With a few basic phrases under your belt, you can have a rudimentary conversation. This is useful for practical purposes: if you're traveling to Nepal, phrases like these can help you communicate to native speakers before you've mastered the Nepali language. Learn phrases including: "Please speak more slowly." "Bistaarai bhannus." "I don't understand." "Maile bujhina." "Leave me alone!" "Malai eklai chodnuhos!" "Have a nice day." "Subha din." These phrases will be the same regardless of the gender of the individual you're addressing. Questions will help you communicate with Nepali speakers. They're a great way to start a conversation, or to quickly learn necessary information. If you're traveling to Nepal, you can figure out in advance common questions that you anticipate asking, and master their pronunciation. "Where are you going?" "Kahaan jaane?" "Could you take my photo?" "Mero tasbeer khichna saknu hunchha?" "Do you speak English?" "Tapaain angrejee boln saknuhunchha?" "Do you speak Nepali?" "Ke tapai Nepali bolnuhunchha?" "Where is the toilet?" "Sauchalaya kata chha?"
Learn basic Nepali pronunciation. Learn Nepali greetings. Pick up a few important Nepali words and phrases. Learn a few easy questions.