These are some common useful words for absolute beginners
| Punjabi | English |
|---|---|
| hā(n) | yes |
| hā(n) jī | yes (respectful) |
| nahī(n) | no |
| nahī(n) jī | no (respectful) |
| nā | no / not |
| ṭhīk | right, okay |
| acchhā | good, okay |
| acchhā? | really? |
| changgā | good, fine, okay |
| vadhīā | great |
| dhannavād | thank you |
| bilakul | absolutely |
| sacchī(n) | truly |
| mubārakā(n) | congratulations |