The most common way to say "hello" in Shona is Mhoro. This greeting is suitable for most informal situations. You can use it with friends, family, and people you meet in casual settings.
For a more formal greeting, use Mangwanani (good morning), Masikati (good afternoon), or Manheru (good evening). These greetings acknowledge the time of day and show respect.
For a more formal greeting, use Mangwanani (good morning), Masikati (good afternoon), or Manheru (good evening). These greetings acknowledge the time of day and show respect.
Example sentences with translations:
- Mhoro! Wakadini zvako? (Hello! How are you?)
- Mhoro shamwari, ndafara kukuona. (Hello friend, I'm glad to see you.)
- Mhoro, shamwari yangu! (Hello, my friend!)
- Mhoro, tiri kufara kuona imi. (Hello, we are happy to see you.)
- Mhoro, pane chitsva here? (Hello, is there anything new?)
