Bengali · Greetings & Phrases
আসসালামু আলাইকুম
assalamu alaikum
Hello (Muslim greeting)
Beginnerphrase
Definition
The greeting of peace used by Bengali Muslims, especially in Bangladesh.
Example
আসসালামু আলাইকুম! ভালো আছেন?
Peace be upon you! Are you well?
Etymology
'আসসালামু আলাইকুম' (assalamu alaikum) originates from Arabic, meaning 'peace be upon you'. This phrase has been adopted into Bengali as a common Muslim greeting.
How & Where It’s Used
Commonly used among Bengali Muslims in both informal and formal settings, this greeting is prevalent in daily conversations and greetings, especially during religious gatherings.