English, Telugu & Haryanvi Phrases
A communication guide for travelers and language enthusiasts
India is a land of linguistic diversity. While English serves as a major subsidiary official language and the bridge for many urban interactions, regional languages hold the soul of the people. This guide provides essential common phrases translated into Telugu, a Dravidian language spoken primarily in the southern states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, and Haryanvi, an Indo-Aryan dialect spoken in the northern state of Haryana and parts of the National Capital Region. This collection aims to help bridge the gap between the North and the South of India.
1. Greetings and Welcome
The first step in any conversation is the greeting. While English greetings are understood in many cities, using the local language creates an instant rapport.
Hello / Welcome
Telugu Namaskaram / Vandanalu
Haryanvi Sat Sri Akal / Ram Ram
Good Morning
Telugu Subhodaya
Haryanvi Suprabhat
How are you?
Telugu Ela unnaru?
Haryanvi Kya haal chaal hai? / Chal pa rya si?
I am fine
Telugu Nenu kastha unnanu / Bagunnanu
Haryanvi Theek thak chal pa rya hai
2. Introductions and Identity
When meeting someone new, introducing oneself politely is key to social etiquette in both cultures.
What is your name?
Telugu Mi peru emi?
Haryanvi Tera naam kya hai?
My name is [Name]
Telugu Naa peru [Name]
Haryanvi Mera naam [Name] hai
Where are you from?
Telugu Meeru ekkada nunchi vacharu?
Haryanvi Tu kidhar se hai? / Tu kis gaam/vilage ka hai?
3. Common Courtesies
Magic words exist in every language. Using these phrases shows respect and humility.
Thank you
Telugu Dhanyawadalu / Meeku dayalu
Haryanvi Dhanwad / Bahut bahut shukriya
Sorry
Telugu Kshaminchandi / Manninchandi
Haryanvi Maaf karna / Theek kar de
Please
Telugu Dayachesi / Krupaga
Haryanvi Meherbani karke / Jee kara
Yes
Telugu Avunu / Aam
Haryanvi Haan / Si
No
Telugu Kaadu / Leedu
Haryanvi Naahi / Naa
4. Essentials and Needs
When traveling or navigating daily life, asking for assistance is necessary. These phrases are practical tools for survival and convenience.
Water
Telugu Neevu
Haryanvi Pani
Food
Telugu Bhojanam / Vindu
Haryanvi Roti / Khana
I do not understand
Telugu Naaku ardham kavatledu
Haryanvi Mujhe samajh nahi aaya
Where is [Location]?
Telugu [Location] ekkada undi?
Haryanvi [Location] kitta hai? / [Location] kahan hai?
How much does this cost?
Telugu Idi entha cost?
Haryanvi Ye kita lagge? / Ye kitne ka hai?
Stop the bus/vehicle
Telugu Bus ni aapu / Petu
Haryanvi Ruk ja / Rukawat daal
Help me
Telugu Nannu help cheyyandi / Sahayam cheyandi
Haryanvi Meri madad kar
Note on Dialects: Haryanvi has many variations based on the region (e.g., Ahirwati, Bagri). The phrases provided here represent a general colloquial form widely understood in Haryana. Similarly, Telugu has distinct accents between Coastal Andhra and Telangana, but the standard written form is used here for clarity.
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