Significado
Expressing dislike.
Contexto cultural
When visiting a Gujarati home, saying 'Mane aa gamtu nathi' about food can be considered slightly rude. It's better to say 'Mane aa thodu ochhu fave chhe' (I am less used to this). In business, Gujaratis are known for being direct but polite. 'Mane aa deal gamti nathi' is a clear way to signal that terms need to change. The concept of 'An-gamo' (dislike) is a common theme in Gujarati modern poetry, often used to describe urban alienation.
The Gender Rule
Always look at the object you are talking about. If it's a girl (feminine), use 'gamti'. If it's a boy (masculine), use 'gamto'. If it's an object (neuter), use 'gamtu'.
Avoid 'Hu'
Never start this sentence with 'Hu'. It's the most common mistake for English speakers. Always use 'Mane'.
Significado
Expressing dislike.
The Gender Rule
Always look at the object you are talking about. If it's a girl (feminine), use 'gamti'. If it's a boy (masculine), use 'gamto'. If it's an object (neuter), use 'gamtu'.
Avoid 'Hu'
Never start this sentence with 'Hu'. It's the most common mistake for English speakers. Always use 'Mane'.
Softening the Blow
If you want to be more polite, add 'બહુ' (bahu - much) before 'gamtu nathi' to say 'I don't like it *much*'.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'gamtu'.
મને આ કેરી (mango - feminine) _______ નથી.
Since 'Keri' is feminine, the verb must end in 'i'.
Which sentence correctly says 'I don't like this'?
Select the correct Gujarati translation.
You must use 'Mane' for the subject and 'nathi' for negation.
Complete the dialogue.
A: શું તમને આ ગીત ગમે છે? B: ના, _______.
The question asks if you like the song, so the negative answer should be 'I don't like it'.
🎉 Puntuación: /3
Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
3 ejerciciosમને આ કેરી (mango - feminine) _______ નથી.
Since 'Keri' is feminine, the verb must end in 'i'.
Select the correct Gujarati translation.
You must use 'Mane' for the subject and 'nathi' for negation.
A: શું તમને આ ગીત ગમે છે? B: ના, _______.
The question asks if you like the song, so the negative answer should be 'I don't like it'.
🎉 Puntuación: /3
Preguntas frecuentes
4 preguntasYes, in casual conversation, the 'Mane' is often dropped because it's implied.
'Pasand nathi' is more formal. Use it in writing or professional settings. 'Gamtu nathi' is better for daily life.
You would say 'મને કોઈ ગમતું નથી' (Mane koi gamtu nathi).
Yes, it becomes 'gamta'. For example: 'Mane aa loko gamta nathi' (I don't like these people).
Frases relacionadas
મને ગમે છે
contrastI like it.
મને પસંદ નથી
synonymI don't prefer it.
મને નથી જોઈતું
similarI don't want it.
મને અણગમો છે
specialized formI have a dislike/aversion.
