Learn to Translate Newari Language to English
Are you here to learn the Newari language? You’re in the right place.
I’m Wilson Shrestha, a native Newari speaker from Bhaktapur, one of Nepal’s historic Newari cities. I grew up speaking Newari (Nepal Bhasa) at home, and I created this guide to help you learn the simple words and phrases people actually use: greetings, everyday conversation, family terms and more, all translated into English.
In this guide
GreetingsQuestion WordsSimple WordsConversationFamilyEveryday ThingsBody PartsVideo LessonsFAQWho This Newari Language Guide Is For
This guide covers everyday words and phrases, not grammar rules. It is a starting point, not a full course.
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Newari Greetings and Wishes in English
Start here. These are the polite phrases you will use most.
| English | Newari (नेपाल भाषा) |
|---|---|
| Hello | Jwa-ja-la-paa |
| Thank you | Su-bhaay |
| Welcome | La-sa-ku-sa |
| Goodbye | Wane nhe |
| Best wishes | Bhin-tu-naa |
| Happy New Year | Nhu daya bhin-tu-na |
| Happy Birthday | Janmadin ya bhin-tu-na |
Newari Question Words
Learn these seven and you can start asking questions in Newari.
| English | Newari (नेपाल भाषा) |
|---|---|
| What | Chuu |
| Who | Suu |
| How | Ga-thee |
| When | Ga-ba-le |
| Where | Ga-na |
| Which | Guu |
| Whose | Su-yaa |
| Why | Chya |
Simple Newari Words and Everyday Phrases
Short phrases for daily life, from “yes” and “no” to “let’s go”.
| English | Newari (नेपाल भाषा) |
|---|---|
| I love you | Jitaḥ cha napanu matina du |
| Yes | Kha |
| No | Ma-khu |
| Beautiful | Baan laah |
| Love | Matina |
| Please come in | Jhaa-saa |
| Please have a seat | Di-shaa |
| I am sorry | Maph yaa-naa di-shaa |
| Maybe | Kha-ye-phu |
| Don’t know | Ma-siu |
| It’s OK | Jiu |
| It’s not OK | Ma-jiu |
| Never mind | Mawaah-la |
| Isn’t it? | Ma-khu laa |
| Don’t do that! | Yaa-ye-ma-te! |
| Give way | Bi-naa-bi |
| I am done for | Kaa phu-ta |
| Help | Gwa-li |
| Just a moment | Pa-lakh aa-se |
| Let’s go | Wa-ne-nu |
| Really | Dhaat-thenn khah |
Basic Newari Conversation
Four short exchanges you can use when meeting someone new.
| English | Newari (नेपाल भाषा) |
|---|---|
| Asking how someone is | |
| How are you? | Mhan-phu-laa? |
| I am fine. | Mhan-phu |
| Introductions | |
| What is your name? | Chan-gu naa chu? |
| My name is … | Ji-gu naa … khah. |
| This is my friend Wilson. | Thwa ji-mii paa-saa Wilson khah. |
| Where you live | |
| Where do you live? | Chhigu chhen ga-na khah? |
| I live in Kathmandu. | Ji-gu cheen Kathmandu kha. |
| Mealtime | |
| Did you have dinner? | Jaa nee dhuna la? |
| Yes, I have. | Dhuna. |
Watch and Learn Newari: Video Lessons
Reading helps, but hearing the pronunciation helps more. Play these lessons alongside the tables above.
Newari Lesson 1
Newari Lesson 2
Newari Lesson 3
Learn Newari
Newari Words for Family and Relationships
Useful for speaking with parents, siblings, in-laws and friends.
| English | Newari (नेपाल भाषा) |
|---|---|
| Father | A-ba |
| Mother | A-ma |
| Brother | Dai-cha |
| Sister | A-ta |
| Younger sister | Khee |
| Younger brother | Ki-jja |
| Son | Kyaa |
| Daughter | Mayha |
| Husband | Bha-taa |
| Wife | Mi-shaa |
| Friend | Paa-saa |
Everyday Things in Newari
Common household and daily-life words.
| English | Newari (नेपाल भाषा) |
|---|---|
| House / Home | Cheen |
| Water | La |
| Meat | Laa |
| Rice | Jaa |
| Money | Dheba |
Body Parts in Newari
Handy vocabulary for describing yourself or pointing things out.
| English | Newari (नेपाल भाषा) |
|---|---|
| Head | Kappa |
| Face | Khowa |
| Eyes | Mikkha |
| Nose | Nhayaa |
| Mouth | Mhuttu |
| Teeth | Waa |
| Ears | Nhee-pa |
| Neck | Ka-kuu |
| Hands | Lhaa |
| Legs | Tutti |
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Quick answers to questions learners ask most often.
How do you say hello in Newari?
The everyday greeting is “Jwa-ja-la-paa”. You can use it when meeting someone or starting a conversation.
How do you say thank you in Newari?
“Su-bhaay” means thank you in Newari. It is one of the most commonly used polite phrases.
Is Newari the same as Nepali?
No. Newari (Nepal Bhasa) is a distinct Sino-Tibetan language spoken mainly by the Newar community in the Kathmandu Valley. Nepali is Nepal’s national language and belongs to the Indo-Aryan family, so the two are different languages.
Is Newari the same as Nepal Bhasa?
Yes. Nepal Bhasa is the language’s own name, and “Newari” is the name commonly used in English. Both refer to the same language.
How do I translate my name into Newari?
Personal names are usually kept as they are. They are either spoken with Newari pronunciation or written in Ranjana lipi, the traditional Newari script. If you want help with a specific name, leave it in the comments below.
About the author
Wilson Shrestha is a native Newari speaker from Bhaktapur, Nepal. He has spoken Newari since childhood and writes guides on Nepali language, culture and books at wilson.com.np.
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How to say ‘Thank you for your best wishes’?
Biska wola
Su-bhaay
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Jasmine translate in newari
Prashun shrestha lai newari bhasha ma k bhanincha
mero bhai
Watch in newari
Mero ghar maa chai “स्वो” vanxan krey watch lai
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Can you please translate this in nepali
Hamro sanskriti ramro ho
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Hello there i need someone to translate newari to nepali?
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How to write Sumit and Mausam Residence in Newari?
मालसी चोनङ हाते।
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How do you say my fathers name in Newari?
Jigu baa Naam
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Xu makhala vnya k ho?
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