In 15 Sekunden
- A practical way to say 'double-check everything' in daily life.
- Uses the English word 'check' making it very easy to remember.
- Perfect for travel, work tasks, or leaving the house.
- Friendly and helpful but can be made formal with 'lijiye'.
Bedeutung
This is your go-to phrase for making sure nothing is forgotten. It is like saying 'double-check everything' before you head out the door or finish a task.
Wichtige Beispiele
3 von 6Leaving for the airport
Passport aur tickets le liye? Sab check kar lo.
Did you take the passports and tickets? Check everything.
Finishing a business meeting
Email bhejne se pehle sab check kar lo.
Check everything before sending the email.
At a restaurant with the bill
Bill mein mistake ho sakti hai, sab check kar lo.
There might be a mistake in the bill, check everything.
Kultureller Hintergrund
The use of 'check' instead of 'jaanch' is a sign of urban identity. It shows the speaker is part of the modern, English-influenced middle class. There is a cultural habit of 're-checking' (often multiple times) before travel. This is partly due to the complexity of travel in India and a collective desire to avoid 'preshani' (trouble). With the rise of UPI and digital payments, 'Sab check kar lo' is now frequently used to remind people to check the amount and recipient name on apps like Google Pay or Paytm. Before leaving for a long time, checking that the 'diya' (lamp) is safe or the gas is off is a ritualistic part of 'Sab check kar lo'.
The 'Ek Baar' Trick
Always add 'Ek baar' (once) before the phrase to sound more like a polite friend and less like a bossy parent.
Don't use with Elders
Never say 'kar lo' to your grandfather or a teacher. Use 'kar lijiye' to show respect.
In 15 Sekunden
- A practical way to say 'double-check everything' in daily life.
- Uses the English word 'check' making it very easy to remember.
- Perfect for travel, work tasks, or leaving the house.
- Friendly and helpful but can be made formal with 'lijiye'.
What It Means
Sab check kar lo is a simple, functional command. Sab means 'everything' or 'all'. Check is the English loanword used universally in India. Kar lo is the imperative form of 'to do'. Together, it is a friendly nudge to be thorough. It is the verbal equivalent of a final pocket-pat for your keys and phone.
How To Use It
You use this phrase at the end of an action. It usually comes right before a transition. Are you leaving the house? Sab check kar lo. Did you just finish a big report? Sab check kar lo. It is very flexible because it uses the English word 'check'. This makes it incredibly easy for you to plug into conversations immediately.
When To Use It
Use it when the stakes are medium to high. It is perfect for travel preparation. Use it when a friend is handing you a document. It is great for ensuring a restaurant bill is correct. If you are texting a group before a trip, this phrase is a must. It shows you are organized and looking out for everyone.
When NOT To Use It
Avoid using this in deeply emotional or romantic moments. Saying Sab check kar lo after a heartfelt confession would be very weird. Also, do not use it with high-ranking officials or elders unless you add a polite suffix. Without ji or a softer tone, it can sound like a direct order. You do not want to sound like a bossy toddler to your grandmother!
Cultural Background
Modern Hindi is a beautiful blend of traditional Sanskrit roots and English influences. This phrase is a prime example of 'Hinglish'. In India, being thorough is a survival skill due to the chaotic nature of daily life. We have a culture of 're-checking' because missing a train or a document can be a huge hassle. This phrase reflects that collective habit of double-verification.
Common Variations
If you want to be more formal, say Sab check kar lijiye. This is what a hotel manager might say to you. For a very casual vibe with close friends, you might say Sab dekh le. If you are talking to yourself, you might mutter Sab check kar liya? which means 'Did I check everything?'. Each variation keeps the core spirit of being prepared.
Nutzungshinweise
The phrase is neutral and safe for most daily interactions. Switch to 'lijiye' for formal settings to avoid sounding demanding.
The 'Ek Baar' Trick
Always add 'Ek baar' (once) before the phrase to sound more like a polite friend and less like a bossy parent.
Don't use with Elders
Never say 'kar lo' to your grandfather or a teacher. Use 'kar lijiye' to show respect.
Hinglish is King
Don't be afraid to use English words like 'check'. In modern Hindi, it's more natural than the 'pure' Hindi words.
Beispiele
6Passport aur tickets le liye? Sab check kar lo.
Did you take the passports and tickets? Check everything.
A classic use case for travel preparation.
Email bhejne se pehle sab check kar lo.
Check everything before sending the email.
Professional but direct advice to a colleague.
Bill mein mistake ho sakti hai, sab check kar lo.
There might be a mistake in the bill, check everything.
Practical advice for a common social situation.
Tickets mere paas hain, tum sab check kar lo.
I have the tickets, you check everything else.
Short and efficient for digital communication.
Tumhara dimaag ghar par toh nahi reh gaya? Sab check kar lo!
Did you leave your brain at home? Check everything!
Playful teasing among close friends.
Ghar khaali karne se pehle sab check kar lo.
Check everything before vacating the house.
Used during a significant life transition.
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the blank to say 'Check everything' informally.
जाने से पहले ___ चेक कर लो।
'सब' (Sab) means 'all' or 'everything', which completes the phrase.
Which of these is the most formal way to say 'Check everything'?
Choose the formal version:
'Lijiye' is the formal imperative used with 'Aap'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: मैंने बैग पैक कर लिया। B: ठीक है, एक बार ___ कर लो।
In the context of packing, 'checking' is the most logical next step.
Match the phrase to the situation.
When would you say 'सब चेक कर लो'?
It is used for verification before a transition.
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Visuelle Lernhilfen
What to 'Sab Check Kar Lo'
Travel
- • Tickets
- • Passport
- • Bags
Home
- • Lights
- • Gas
- • Locks
Work
- • Emails
- • Files
- • Time
Aufgabensammlung
4 Aufgabenजाने से पहले ___ चेक कर लो।
'सब' (Sab) means 'all' or 'everything', which completes the phrase.
Choose the formal version:
'Lijiye' is the formal imperative used with 'Aap'.
A: मैंने बैग पैक कर लिया। B: ठीक है, एक बार ___ कर लो।
In the context of packing, 'checking' is the most logical next step.
When would you say 'सब चेक कर लो'?
It is used for verification before a transition.
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Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenNo, you don't 'check' people with this phrase unless you are a security guard. Use it for things, lists, and tasks.
It's not wrong, but it sounds like a textbook. 'Kar lo' is what people actually say.
The formal version is 'Sab check kar lijiye'.
It's better to put 'Sab' first. 'Sab check kar lo' is the standard word order.
Yes, 'Sab' can mean everyone, but in this phrase, it means 'everything'.
Yes, even in non-Hindi speaking states, 'Check kar lo' is widely understood because of the English loanword.
Yes, in an informal or semi-formal email to a colleague, it's perfectly fine.
Just replace 'Sab' with the thing. e.g., 'Ticket check kar lo'.
In Hindi, 'check' is a noun that becomes a verb when you add 'kar' (to do).
'Lo' (take) implies you are doing it for yourself/safety. 'Do' (give) would mean you are doing it for someone else.
Verwandte Redewendungen
देख लो (Dekh lo)
similarHave a look / check it out
जांच करो (Jaanch karo)
specialized formInvestigate / Inspect
तैयार हो जाओ (Taiyaar ho jao)
builds onGet ready
भूलना मत (Bhoolna mat)
similarDon't forget
