Latvia has two official languages, Latvian and Russian, but most of the locals speak Latvian. If you are an international student from India, learning some basic Latvian words and phrases can help you communicate with locals during your studies. Here are some common words and phrases that you may find useful:
Hello: Sveiki (svay-kee)
Goodbye: Uz redzēšanos (ooz red-ze-shuh-nahs)
Please: Lūdzu (loo-dzoo)
Thank you: Paldies (puhl-dyes)
Excuse me: Atvainojiet (aht-vah-noy-yet)
Yes: Jā (yah)
No: Nē (nay)
My name is: Mani sauc (mah-nee sowts)
How are you?: Kā tev klājas? (kah tev klah-yas)
I don't understand: Es nesaprotu (ess ne-sah-pro-too)
How much is it?: Cik tas maksā? (chik tahs muhk-sah)
Can you help me?: Vai jūs varat man palīdzēt? (vye yoos vah-rat mahn pah-lee-dez-yet)
Where is the restroom?: Kur ir tualete? (koor ear too-ah-le-te)
It's worth noting that Latvian is a complex language and the grammar is different from Indian languages, so it may take some time to become fluent. However, being able to speak a few basic phrases can be very helpful when communicating with locals, and they will appreciate your effort. Additionally, many Latvians are fluent in English, so you can always try communicating in English.