It continues in the shaded mahallas, at lively bazaars, in teahouses, and small family-run cafés. Travelers often stop by spontaneously. It is customary here to greet one another, exchange a few words, and ask how things are going – even when people speak different languages.

In such moments, knowing a few simple words becomes more than a convenience. It becomes part of the local culture of communication. We have put together a basic set of expressions that can be useful for travelers in Uzbekistan – to ask for directions, clarify a price, request help, or simply say that something is beautiful or delicious.

Hello / Hi – Assalomu alaykum / Salom

Thank you – Rahmat

Yes / No – Ha / Yo‘q

Goodbye – Xayr, yaxshi qoling

Where is this located? – Bu qayerda joylashgan?

How much does it cost? – Bu necha pul turadi?

Could you help me? – Menga yordam bera olasizmi?

I don’t speak Uzbek – Men o‘zbek tilini bilmayman

Beautiful / Tasty – Chiroyli / Mazali

Please – Iltimos

In Uzbekistan, openness is highly valued, and any attempt to start a conversation – even with just a few words – is almost always met with a smile. These phrases won’t make you fluent, but they will help you feel the rhythm of local life. A rhythm that begins in mahalla courtyards, resonates through bazaars, and stays with you long after you return home.