These are some common useful commands for absolute beginners
| Punjabi | English |
|---|---|
| itthē āo | Come here |
| othē jāo | Go there |
| baeṭho jī | (Please) sit (sir/mam) |
| muāph karo | Forgive me |
| tusī(n) dubārā kahi sakadē ho? | Can you say (that) again? |
| tusī(n) madad kar sakadē ho? | Can you help me? |
| ruko jī | (Please) stop (sir/mam) |
| maenū(n) rasatā dikhāo | Show me the way |