Significado
Being honest in speech.
Contexto cultural
The concept of 'Satya' is one of the five Yamas (restraints) in Yoga philosophy, deeply influencing daily speech. Jainism emphasizes 'Satya' as a core vow. Speaking the truth must also be non-harming (Ahimsa). In the diamond and textile markets, oral contracts are common. 'Sāchuṃ bolavuṃ' is the basis of 'Zabaan' (one's word). Gandhi's life was an 'experiment with truth'. This phrase is central to his teachings taught in every Gujarati school.
The 'To tell the truth' opener
Start your sentences with 'Sāchuṃ boluṃ to...' to sound like a native speaker when giving an honest opinion.
Don't over-nasalize
While the dot is there, don't make it a full 'n' sound. It's a soft nasal vowel.
Significado
Being honest in speech.
The 'To tell the truth' opener
Start your sentences with 'Sāchuṃ boluṃ to...' to sound like a native speaker when giving an honest opinion.
Don't over-nasalize
While the dot is there, don't make it a full 'n' sound. It's a soft nasal vowel.
Use 'Bolī dēvuṃ' for relief
If you've been hiding a secret, use 'Mēં sāchuṃ bolī dīdhuṃ' to express the relief of finally telling it.
Gandhi's influence
Mentioning 'Sāchuṃ bolavuṃ' in a discussion about ethics will almost always lead to a conversation about Mahatma Gandhi in Gujarat.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'Sāchuṃ bolavuṃ'.
તમારે જૂઠું ન બોલવું જોઈએ, હંમેશા ____ જોઈએ.
The sentence says 'You should not lie, you should always [speak the truth]'.
Choose the correct past tense for 'I spoke the truth'.
ગઈકાલે મેં પપ્પાને ____.
When using 'Mēṃ' (I - ergative), 'kahyuṃ' is the most natural past tense form.
Complete the dialogue.
A: શું તમે ચોરી કરી છે? B: ના સાહેબ, હું ____ છું, મેં કંઈ નથી કર્યું.
The speaker is asserting their current state of honesty: 'I am speaking the truth'.
Match the phrase to the situation.
When you want to give a sincere but perhaps unpleasant opinion about a friend's new shirt.
'Sāchuṃ boluṃ to...' is the standard way to preface an honest opinion.
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Ayudas visuales
Sāchuṃ vs Satya
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosતમારે જૂઠું ન બોલવું જોઈએ, હંમેશા ____ જોઈએ.
The sentence says 'You should not lie, you should always [speak the truth]'.
ગઈકાલે મેં પપ્પાને ____.
When using 'Mēṃ' (I - ergative), 'kahyuṃ' is the most natural past tense form.
A: શું તમે ચોરી કરી છે? B: ના સાહેબ, હું ____ છું, મેં કંઈ નથી કર્યું.
The speaker is asserting their current state of honesty: 'I am speaking the truth'.
When you want to give a sincere but perhaps unpleasant opinion about a friend's new shirt.
'Sāchuṃ boluṃ to...' is the standard way to preface an honest opinion.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasIt is an adjective meaning 'true', but here it functions as a noun meaning 'the truth'.
Yes, but only in very formal or religious contexts. In daily life, it sounds stiff.
Say 'Mane sāchuṃ bōl'.
'Bolavuṃ' is 'to speak', 'Kahevuṃ' is 'to tell'. They are mostly interchangeable in this context.
'Jūṭhuṃ bolavuṃ' (to tell a lie) or 'Khoṭuṃ bolavuṃ'.
No, 'Sāchuṃ' stays neuter. Only the verb 'bolavuṃ' changes based on the speaker/tense.
Absolutely. It is the foundation of trust in Gujarati trade culture.
Huṃ hamēśā sāchuṃ bolīś.
No, for that use 'Tamārī vāt sāchī chē' (Your talk is true).
It can be, as it implies you think the person is lying. Use it carefully.
Frases relacionadas
જૂઠું બોલવું
contrastTo tell a lie
સાચું પાડવું
similarTo prove true
ખરી વાત કરવી
similarTo talk sense / To tell the real thing
એકરાર કરવો
specialized formTo confess
ચોખ્ખું કહેવું
similarTo speak clearly/plainly
