Significado
Asking for confirmation of truth.
Contexto cultural
In Tbilisi, 'Nagdad' is often paired with specific hand gestures, like a slight tilt of the head or a shrug, to emphasize skepticism. When shopping at the 'Dezerter Bazaar,' asking 'Nagdad?' about the origin of produce is a way of showing you are a savvy local, not a tourist. Many Georgian rappers use 'Nagdad' to establish 'street cred' and authenticity in their lyrics. While 'Nagdad' is universal, in Western Georgia (Imereti), you might hear 'ნამდვილად' used more often even in casual speech, but 'Nagdad' remains the king of the capital.
The 'Nagdad' Nod
When asking 'Nagdad?', give a single, sharp nod. It makes you look 100% more like a local.
Don't Overuse
If you say 'Nagdad' after every sentence, you'll sound like a broken record. Mix it up with 'Martla' and 'Seriozulad'.
Significado
Asking for confirmation of truth.
The 'Nagdad' Nod
When asking 'Nagdad?', give a single, sharp nod. It makes you look 100% more like a local.
Don't Overuse
If you say 'Nagdad' after every sentence, you'll sound like a broken record. Mix it up with 'Martla' and 'Seriozulad'.
The 'Naqdi' Person
If someone calls you a 'Naqdi katsi' (A real man/person), it is one of the highest compliments in Georgian social circles.
Texting Shortcut
In very informal texts, some people just write 'ნაღდ?' (Nagd?) as a shorthand.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the blank with the most natural slang response.
— ხვალ დაბადების დღე მაქვს. (Tomorrow is my birthday.) — _______? გილოცავ! (_______? Congratulations!)
In a casual conversation between friends, 'ნაღდად?' is the most natural way to express surprise.
Which sentence uses 'ნაღდად' as an emphatic affirmation?
Choose the correct sentence:
Here, 'ნაღდად' emphasizes the fact that the speaker truly does not know.
Match the phrase to the correct register.
Match 'ნაღდად' with its appropriate context.
'ნაღდად' is informal slang and belongs in casual settings.
Complete the dialogue.
A: ეს კაფე ძალიან ძვირია. (This cafe is very expensive.) B: _______? მე მეგონა იაფი იყო. (_______? I thought it was cheap.)
B is expressing surprise at the information provided by A.
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Ayudas visuales
Formality Scale of 'Really'
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejercicios— ხვალ დაბადების დღე მაქვს. (Tomorrow is my birthday.) — _______? გილოცავ! (_______? Congratulations!)
In a casual conversation between friends, 'ნაღდად?' is the most natural way to express surprise.
Choose the correct sentence:
Here, 'ნაღდად' emphasizes the fact that the speaker truly does not know.
Match 'ნაღდად' with its appropriate context.
'ნაღდად' is informal slang and belongs in casual settings.
A: ეს კაფე ძალიან ძვირია. (This cafe is very expensive.) B: _______? მე მეგონა იაფი იყო. (_______? I thought it was cheap.)
B is expressing surprise at the information provided by A.
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Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasNot inherently, but it is very informal. It's like saying 'For real?'—fine with friends, but maybe too casual for a professor.
Yes! If someone asks 'Are you coming?', you can answer 'Nagdad!' to mean 'Absolutely.'
'Martla' is the standard word for 'really.' 'Nagdad' is the slangier, more emphatic version.
It's a soft, gargling sound in the back of the throat. Practice by saying 'ugh' but making it voiced.
Better to avoid it. Use 'Namdvilad' or 'Es martalia' instead.
Yes, it is understood and used throughout the country, though it's most common in urban areas like Tbilisi.
No, it's an adverb, so it never changes its form.
If they are your age and the setting is casual (like a bar), yes. If they are older, stick to 'Martla?'.
Yes, 'naqdi' means cash. 'Nagdad' literally means 'in the manner of cash' (solidly).
Usually 'Nagdad!' (confirming) or 'Ki, martla' (Yes, really).
Frases relacionadas
მართლა
synonymReally
ნამდვილად
similarTruly / Definitely
სერიოზულად
synonymSeriously
ბაზარი არაა
specialized formNo doubt / For sure
უთუოდ
contrastUndoubtedly
ხუმრობ?
similarAre you joking?
