is it ok for an American to use the greeting "nameste?" when meeting someone from India?

I want to seem courteous, not rude!

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DeWayfarer · 61-69, M

Not a good idea to mention any greeting, if you don't understand what it means, in any language. It's Hindu BTW.

This one has a special meaning.

Namaste: the light in me, sees the light in you.