तू (Intimate 'you')

Very close or rude 'you' — only for best friends, children, or God. Can be offensive!

Example

तू कैसा है?

How are you? (intimate)

तू is the only pronoun that takes singular verb forms: तू कैसा है (masculine) / तू कैसी है (feminine).

Can express deep affection (prayers to God, parents to small children, between very close friends) or disrespect. Context is everything.

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The polite/respectful way to say 'you' — use with elders, strangers, professionals

The casual way to say 'you' — use with friends, younger people, equals

Added after names to show respect — like saying 'Mr.' or 'Sir'

A respectful title added after names — like 'Sir' or 'Mr.'