Formal:
* नमस्कार (namaskaar): This is the most formal and polite way to greet someone. It's similar to saying "hello" or "good morning" in English.
* शुभेच्छा (shubhechha): This translates to "best wishes" and is often used in formal settings.
Informal:
* काय हालचाल? (kay haalchal?): This literally translates to "how are things?" and is a friendly and informal way to greet someone.
* कसे आहेस? (kase ahes?): This means "how are you?" and is a very common way to greet friends and family.
* आहेस का? (ahes ka?): This is a more casual way to say "hi" and translates to "are you there?"
* घे (ghe): This is a very casual greeting, similar to saying "hey" in English.
Note:
* You can also use "नमस्कार (namaskaar)" or "शुभेच्छा (shubhechha)" in informal settings, but it may come across as slightly formal.
* When addressing someone older or of higher social standing, it's always best to use the more formal greetings.
The best way to greet someone in Marathi depends on the specific situation and the level of formality.