पार्किंग कहाँ है?

Simply say the phrase as it is. You can point to your vehicle for clarity. In Hindi, the verb hai (is) usually comes at the end. Use a rising intonation at the end to show it is a question. It is short enough to shout over a loud engine or through a window.

Use it when arriving at a mall, restaurant, or a friend's house. It is perfect for asking security guards or traffic wardens. You can use it when you see a crowded street and feel lost. It works perfectly in a quick text to a friend before you arrive. Use it whenever you are tired of circling the block for the tenth time.

Do not use it if you are looking for a valet service specifically. In that case, ask for valet (pronounced 'way-lay' or 'val-et'). Avoid using it in a very formal speech or presentation. It is a functional phrase, not a poetic one. Don't use it if you are already standing inside a parking lot. That might confuse people!

Finding parking in India is often an extreme sport. Cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bangalore are incredibly crowded. You will often see 'No Parking' signs that people ignore. However, asking a local or a guard is the safest bet. Often, 'parking' might just be a side alley or a specific curb. The word parking is used universally across India, even by non-English speakers.

If you want to be more polite, add Bhaiya (brother) at the start. Example: Bhaiya, parking kahan hai?. If you are looking for a car specifically, you can say Car parking kahan hai?. For a bike, use Bike parking kahan hai?. If you want to ask if parking is available at all, say Parking hai kya?. These small tweaks help you sound more like a local.