One small word of thanks in someone's own language lands differently. In Urdu that word is shukriya, and it will carry you through almost any moment. Here are the warm ways to say thank you, and how to reply when someone thanks you.
- The most common way to say thank you in Urdu is Shukriya (say: shuk-REE-ya). It works everywhere, formal or casual.
- For extra warmth: Bohat shukriya (thank you very much).
- In Muslim families, JazakAllah (may God reward you) is a heartfelt thank you.
- To say you are welcome: Koi baat nahi (no problem) or Khush raho (stay happy).
What is "thank you" in Urdu?
The most common way to say thank you in Urdu is Shukriya شکریہ (say: shuk-REE-ya). It is polite, warm and works in every situation, with a shopkeeper, an elder, a friend or a stranger. If you learn one word today, learn this one.
Ways to say thank you in Urdu
| Meaning | Urdu | Roman Urdu | Say it like |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thank you | شکریہ | Shukriya | shuk-REE-ya |
| Thank you very much | بہت شکریہ | Bohat shukriya | BO-hat shuk-REE-ya |
| Thank you so much | بہت بہت شکریہ | Bohat bohat shukriya | BO-hat BO-hat shuk-REE-ya |
| So kind of you | مہربانی | Meherbani | meh-har-BAA-nee |
| Thank you (may God reward you) | جزاک اللہ | JazakAllah | ja-zaak-al-LAAH |
| Much obliged (formal) | نوازش | Nawazish | na-WAA-zish |
Start with Shukriya for everyday life, and add bohat (very) when you really mean it.
How to say "you are welcome" in Urdu
When someone thanks you, you can reply with any of these:
| Meaning | Urdu | Roman Urdu | Say it like |
|---|---|---|---|
| You are welcome / no problem | کوئی بات نہیں | Koi baat nahi | KOY baat na-HEE |
| It is your kindness | آپ کی مہربانی | Aap ki meherbani | aap ki meh-har-BAA-nee |
| Stay happy (warm) | خوش رہو | Khush raho | khush ra-HO |
A cultural tip
In many Muslim Pakistani families, JazakAllah (may God reward you) is a heartfelt way to thank someone, especially an elder. And remember, in desi homes love is often shown through food and small acts, so a warm smile and a simple Shukriya is always more than enough. Next, learn how to say hello in Urdu, or drill greetings with the free Greetings game.
🗣️ Roman Urdu mein
Urdu mein shukriya kehna sab se aasaan aur pyaara lafz hai: Shukriya. Zyada dil se kehna ho to Bohat shukriya.
Jawab mein Koi baat nahi ya Khush raho keh saktay hain. Muslim gharon mein JazakAllah bhi bohat pyaar se kaha jata hai. Perfect honay ki zaroorat nahin, pyaar se kaha hua lafz hamesha dil tak pohanchta hai.
Frequently asked questions
What does shukriya mean?
Shukriya (shukriya) means thank you in Urdu. It is the most common and polite way to express thanks, and it works in any situation, formal or casual.
How do you say thank you very much in Urdu?
Say Bohat shukriya, which means thank you very much. For thank you so much, say Bohat bohat shukriya.
What does JazakAllah mean?
JazakAllah means may God reward you. It is a warm, heartfelt way to say thank you that is common among Muslims.
How do you say you are welcome in Urdu?
You can say Koi baat nahi (no problem), Aap ki meherbani (it is your kindness), or the warm Khush raho (stay happy).
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