Welcome to the fun side of Hyderabad! Let’s decode some iconic Hyderabadi slang words.
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"Hau"
Translation: Yes
Only in Hyderabad can a simple "Yes" sound so cool. Use it with swag:
"Hau re, I know!"
"Nakko"
Translation: No / Don’t want
Forget “no”—true Hyderabadis say
Nakko!
It’s short, snappy, and full of attitude.
"Kaiku"
Translation: Why
Asking questions in Hyderabad style? Say
Kaiku
instead of boring old “why.”
"Light le lo"
Translation: Chill / Take it easy
Stressed? A Hyderabadi will tell you to
“light le lo”
—the ultimate advice for every situation.
"Baigan mein gaya"
Translation: To hell with it
A phrase to dismiss something totally. That plan flopped?
Baigan mein gaya!
"Hallu hallu"
Translation: Slowly / Gently
Rushing is overrated. Hyderabadis say
Hallu hallu
, taking life one chill step at a time.
"Item"
Translation: Stylish person (often teasingly)
Call someone an
“item”
in Hyderabad and it’s more fun than insult. Full-on filmy vibes!
Now you’re ready to talk like a true Hyderabadi! Which slang word is your favorite?