Bedeutung
Encouraging someone to stay calm.
Kultureller Hintergrund
The phrase is now inextricably linked to political resilience and satire. It is used in memes to comment on everything from the economy to cricket matches. In India, the phrase remains more traditional and is used heavily in Bollywood movies to show a hero comforting a heroine or a doctor comforting a family. In spiritual contexts, 'Ghabrana' is seen as a lack of faith. Sufi teachers use this phrase to encourage 'Tawakkul' (trust in God's plan). On Urdu Twitter/X, the phrase is often used as a hashtag #GhabranaNahiHai during times of national stress or internet outages.
The Power of Tone
The effectiveness of this phrase depends on a soft, low pitch. Saying it loudly might actually cause more panic!
Don't Overuse
If you say it too many times in a row, it can sound like you are panicking yourself.
Bedeutung
Encouraging someone to stay calm.
The Power of Tone
The effectiveness of this phrase depends on a soft, low pitch. Saying it loudly might actually cause more panic!
Don't Overuse
If you say it too many times in a row, it can sound like you are panicking yourself.
Add 'Aap'
Adding 'Aap' at the beginning (Aap ghabraein nahin) makes it sound much more respectful and sincere.
The Meme Factor
Be aware that among young Pakistanis, this phrase might trigger a laugh because of its political associations.
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the blank with the correct formal form of the phrase.
آپ کا پرس کھو گیا ہے؟ کوئی بات نہیں، ________۔
Since the sentence starts with 'Aap' (formal), the verb must end in '-ein'.
Match the situation to the most appropriate phrase.
Situation: A child is scared of the dark.
With children, the informal 'tum' form (Ghabrao) is more natural and affectionate.
Complete the dialogue.
A: گاڑی خراب ہو گئی ہے۔ B: ________، میں مکینک کو فون کرتا ہوں۔
The context of a broken car requires reassurance before offering a solution.
Which phrase became a famous political slogan in Pakistan?
The slogan is:
Imran Khan's famous line was 'Aap ne sab se pehle ghabrana nahi hai'.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
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Aufgabensammlung
4 Aufgabenآپ کا پرس کھو گیا ہے؟ کوئی بات نہیں، ________۔
Since the sentence starts with 'Aap' (formal), the verb must end in '-ein'.
Situation: A child is scared of the dark.
With children, the informal 'tum' form (Ghabrao) is more natural and affectionate.
A: گاڑی خراب ہو گئی ہے۔ B: ________، میں مکینک کو فون کرتا ہوں۔
The context of a broken car requires reassurance before offering a solution.
The slogan is:
Imran Khan's famous line was 'Aap ne sab se pehle ghabrana nahi hai'.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenIt is formal because of the '-ein' ending. The informal version is 'Ghabrao nahi'.
Yes, if your teacher is stressed or made a mistake, you can say it politely, though 'Pareshan na hon' might be safer.
'Fikar' is for mental worry/thoughts. 'Ghabraein' is for the feeling of panic or being overwhelmed.
He used it to reassure the public during an economic crisis, and it became his signature catchphrase.
No, it's better to use phrases like 'Sabar karein' (Have patience) or 'Allah maghfirat kare'.
It's like the 'g' in 'go' but with a puff of air (aspirated).
Yes, if a client is worried about a project, it's a very professional way to reassure them.
The opposite would be 'Ghabraein!' (Panic!) or 'Darr lag raha hai' (I am feeling scared).
No, that is 'Sharmaein nahin'.
Yes, it is standard Urdu/Hindi and used across the entire subcontinent.
Verwandte Redewendungen
فکر نہ کریں
similarDon't worry
پریشان نہ ہوں
synonymDon't be troubled
ہمت نہ ہاریں
builds onDon't lose courage
اطمینان رکھیں
similarHave peace of mind
سکون کریں
specialized formRelax / Be at peace
