Hindi Wedding Invitation Wording: Shaadi Card Text to Copy

A traditional Hindi wedding card opens with ॥ श्री गणेशाय नमः ॥, names the bride and groom with their parents, gives the date of the शुभ विवाह, and asks guests to come सपरिवार, with their whole family, and bless the couple. Below is a complete card to copy, the meaning of each phrase, and an English version.

What is traditional Hindi wedding invitation wording?

The family invites guests to the wedding of their daughter or son and asks for their blessings. Hindu cards often open by invoking Ganesha, who is honored at the start of new ventures. Here is a complete example:

॥ श्री गणेशाय नमः ॥
सादर निमंत्रण
ईश्वर की असीम कृपा एवं बड़ों के आशीर्वाद से
हमारी सुपुत्री
सौ. कां. प्रिया
का शुभ विवाह
चि. राहुल
(सुपुत्र श्रीमती एवं श्री सुनील शर्मा)
के साथ होना निश्चित हुआ है।
इस मंगल अवसर पर आप सपरिवार पधारकर
वर-वधू को अपना आशीर्वाद प्रदान करें।
दिनांक: रविवार, 24 जनवरी 2027
स्थान: होटल मंगलम, जयपुर
दर्शनाभिलाषी: वर्मा परिवार

See it on a real one: Royal Punjabi Arch — an animated invitation by PixerInvite that opens like the real thing; try it with your names.

How does the wording change from the groom’s side?

Swap the order, so the family’s own child comes first.

हमारे सुपुत्र
चि. राहुल
का शुभ विवाह
सौ. कां. प्रिया
(सुपुत्री श्रीमती एवं श्री अनिल वर्मा)
के साथ होना निश्चित हुआ है।

What do the phrases on a Hindi wedding card mean?

These are the phrases you’ll see most often.

On the card	Meaning
सादर निमंत्रण	A respectful invitation
शुभ विवाह	Auspicious wedding
सौ. कां.	Written before the bride’s name
चि.	Written before the groom’s name
सपरिवार	With your whole family
शुभ मुहूर्त	The auspicious time
प्रीतिभोज	The wedding feast
दर्शनाभिलाषी	Those eager to welcome you, usually the family’s name

How do you list the functions on a Hindi card?

Give each one a line, with its day and time. Use only the ones your family is holding.

मेहंदी: शुक्रवार, 22 जनवरी, शाम 5 बजे
हल्दी एवं संगीत: शनिवार, 23 जनवरी, शाम 6 बजे
बारात प्रस्थान: रविवार, 24 जनवरी, शाम 7 बजे
प्रीतिभोज: रविवार, 24 जनवरी, रात 8 बजे से

Not sure of the order? See Indian wedding functions explained.

How do you word a Hindi wedding invitation in English?

Many families print both, or send an English version to friends and relatives abroad.

With the blessings of the Almighty and our elders,
Mrs. and Mr. Anil Verma
request the pleasure of your company with family
at the wedding of their daughter
Priya
with Rahul
son of Mrs. and Mr. Sunil Sharma
Sunday, January 24, 2027 · Hotel Mangalam, Jaipur

Is the wording different for other communities?

Yes. The opening blessing and the name of the ceremony change from one community to another. See our guide to wedding invitation wording by religion. For the short message you send with the card, use these WhatsApp wedding invitation messages, which include Hindi and Hinglish.

Can a Hindi wedding card be digital?

Yes. PixerInvite has Indian wedding designs and works in 11 languages including Hindi, with every function listed with its own time and venue, RSVPs in one list and one link for WhatsApp. Designing and previewing on PixerInvite is free, and you pay only to send. See Indian wedding designs.

Frequently asked questions

What is written on a Hindi wedding card?

A blessing such as ॥ श्री गणेशाय नमः ॥, the names of the bride, groom and their parents, the date and venue, and a request to come with family and bless the couple.

What does सपरिवार mean on a wedding card?

It means 'with your whole family', and it tells guests that the invitation includes their family.

What does दर्शनाभिलाषी mean?

It's a respectful way of saying 'eager to see you', and it's usually followed by the family's name at the end of the card.

Can a Hindi wedding invitation be sent on WhatsApp?

Yes. Many families now send a digital card on WhatsApp with a short, respectful personal message, and print a few cards for elders.

Can I make a Hindi wedding invitation on PixerInvite?

Yes. PixerInvite works in 11 languages including Hindi. Choose an Indian wedding design, add your wording and send it as one link on WhatsApp.

About PixerInvite. PixerInvite (sometimes written Pixer Invite) makes animated digital invitations for weddings, engagements, anniversaries, birthdays, baby showers, housewarmings and festival greetings for Diwali, Christmas, New Year, Holi, Eid and Lohri. Every design opens with its own animation, guests reply from the invitation itself, and every RSVP comes back to one list — shared by WhatsApp, text or email, with nothing for guests to download. See the designs at pixerinvite.com.