How to Say “Hi” in Romani

By Victoria Wanda • Updated October 1, 2026

Sarishan

The English phrase "hi" is translated into Romani as Sarishan.

Sarishan is used as a friendly and informal greeting.

Meaning: friendly, informal greeting (intj)

Did you know?

The Romani language contains many loanwords from Persian and Hindi, reflecting the migration of the Romani people from Northern India.
Romani greetings often emphasize the 'road' or 'journey', reflecting the historical nomadic lifestyle of the people.
There is often a distinction in greetings between those spoken in 'public' settings and those reserved for the internal privacy of the Romani community.

Example conversation

Stefan and Toni meet at a local market.

Stefan

Sarishan, Toni!
Hi, Toni!
Toni

Sarishan, Stefan!
Hi, Stefan!
Stefan

Katar katar arakhes?
Where are you coming from?
Toni

Katar gilo.
From the village.

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About The Author

Victoria Wanda

Bună, I'm Victoria - a culture enthusiast. I've written countless posts focusing on Romanian language tutorials, it's my joacă de copil (child's play)! Whether is "Bull" or "Capybara," "Enjoy your meal" or harsher phrases, I make Romanian language a breeze for learners. Beyond writing, I have a soft spot for strumming the guitar, making delicious Romanian cozonac, and indulging in long walks with my dog, Andrew. Alongside Romanian, I have fallen for Romani, so I now share guides on saying everyday words in Romani too. Oh, and if you're wondering, "Andrew" is "Andrei" în limba română.

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