How to Pronounce "namaste"
word
ˈnɑmɑˌsteɪ
NAH-mah-stay
ˈnʌməsteɪ
NUS-tuh-stay
Definition
A respectful greeting originated from India, often used when meeting or parting, with hands pressed together and a slight bow. It can also express gratitude or respect.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnɑmɑˌsteɪ
British English
ˈnʌməsteɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NAH-mah-stay
UK
NUS-tuh-stay
Listen in Context
She greeted her teacher with a polite namaste.
We say namaste at the end of yoga class.
He smiled and said namaste to everyone.
When you walk into an ashram, it's common to hear someone say 'namaste' as a greeting.