المعنى
Asking someone to let you pass.
خلفية ثقافية
In Pakistan, it's common to lightly tap someone's shoulder or arm while saying 'Raasta dein' if the environment is extremely noisy, like a wedding or a concert. In cities like Hyderabad or Delhi, you might hear 'Sarkiye' (Slide over) used interchangeably with 'Raasta dein' in crowded seating areas. During religious processions (like Ashura or Eid prayers), 'Raasta dein' is said with a very specific solemnity to ensure the flow of the crowd without causing distress. Men are expected to be very vocal with 'Raasta dein' when approaching a group of women to give them time to adjust their 'dupatta' (scarf) and move comfortably.
Add 'Zara'
Adding 'zara' (just/a bit) before 'raasta' makes you sound like a native speaker and very polite.
Tone Matters
Say it with a rising, questioning intonation to sound polite. A flat tone can sound like a command.
المعنى
Asking someone to let you pass.
Add 'Zara'
Adding 'zara' (just/a bit) before 'raasta' makes you sound like a native speaker and very polite.
Tone Matters
Say it with a rising, questioning intonation to sound polite. A flat tone can sound like a command.
The 'Bhai' Trick
Addressing a man as 'Bhai' (Brother) before saying 'raasta dein' almost guarantees a friendly response.
Eye Contact
Brief eye contact followed by a small nod is the standard non-verbal accompaniment to this phrase.
اختبر نفسك
You are in a crowded market and need to pass an elderly man. Which is the most appropriate phrase?
Choose the best option:
'Raasta dijiye' is the most respectful form for an elderly person.
Complete the sentence to politely ask for way.
معاف کیجیے گا، ذرا _______ دیں۔
'Raasta' completes the phrase 'Give way'.
Match the phrase to the context.
1. Raasta dein | 2. Raasta dikhayein
'Raasta dein' is for passing; 'Raasta dikhayein' is for directions.
Complete the dialogue on a bus.
Passenger A: میرا سٹاپ آ گیا ہے۔ Passenger B: ٹھیک ہے، میں _______ ہوں۔
The passenger responds by giving way.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
Formality Levels
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينChoose the best option:
'Raasta dijiye' is the most respectful form for an elderly person.
معاف کیجیے گا، ذرا _______ دیں۔
'Raasta' completes the phrase 'Give way'.
1. Raasta dein | 2. Raasta dikhayein
'Raasta dein' is for passing; 'Raasta dikhayein' is for directions.
Passenger A: میرا سٹاپ آ گیا ہے۔ Passenger B: ٹھیک ہے، میں _______ ہوں۔
The passenger responds by giving way.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةNo, it is the standard polite way to ask someone to move. Just ensure you use 'dein' and not 'do'.
Yes, it is used for both people and vehicles.
You can say 'Emergency hai, raasta dein' (It's an emergency, give way).
In big cities, 'Side please' is very common, but 'Raasta dein' sounds more natural and grounded in the language.
That would be 'Mere raaste se hato' (Move from my path), but it's very aggressive.
The 'dein' ending already implies 'please', but adding 'Meherbani karke' makes it even better.
'Raasta dein' is already plural/honorific, so it works for one person or a group.
Yes, if a waiter or another guest is blocking your path to the table.
Just saying 'Raasta' with a questioning tone works in very crowded, noisy places.
'Raasta' is a path or way; 'Sarak' is a physical paved road.
عبارات ذات صلة
سائیڈ دیں
synonymGive side
ہٹ جائیں
similarMove aside
جگہ بنائیں
builds onMake space
راستہ بتائیں
contrastShow the way
آگے بڑھیں
similarMove forward
