Significado
Polite phrase used when meeting someone.
Contexto cultural
The phrase is almost always accompanied by a 'Namaste' gesture. Failing to do the gesture can make the phrase feel a bit clinical or overly Western. In traditional Newari settings, people might use 'Jwojalapa' instead of Namaste, but the Nepali phrase 'Bheṭera khusī lāgyo' is still widely understood and used as a lingua franca. In Nepali business, hierarchy is strict. If you are meeting a CEO, you might upgrade 'Tapāī̃' to 'Hajur' to show extra deference. Nepalis are very forgiving of learners. Even if you stumble on the pronunciation, using this phrase shows a high level of respect for the local culture, which is deeply appreciated.
The Response
If someone says this to you, respond with 'Malāī pani' (To me also) followed by the same phrase.
Don't over-honorific
Using 'Hajur' for a peer can sometimes sound sarcastic or overly distant. Stick to 'Tapāī̃' for most adults.
Significado
Polite phrase used when meeting someone.
The Response
If someone says this to you, respond with 'Malāī pani' (To me also) followed by the same phrase.
Don't over-honorific
Using 'Hajur' for a peer can sometimes sound sarcastic or overly distant. Stick to 'Tapāī̃' for most adults.
Eye Contact
While saying this, maintain soft eye contact and a gentle smile. It's as much about the vibe as the words.
Namaste Height
When meeting someone very senior, your Namaste hands can be slightly higher (near the chin) to show extra respect while saying this phrase.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase.
तपाईंलाई ______ खुसी लाग्यो।
'Bheṭera' means 'having met', which is the core of this phrase.
Which response is the most polite when someone says 'तपाईंलाई भेटेर खुसी लाग्यो'?
Response choice:
Saying 'I am also happy' (Malāī pani khusī lāgyo) is the standard polite response.
Complete the dialogue between Ram and Sita.
Ram: मेरो नाम राम हो। Sita: नमस्ते राम जी, _________।
After an introduction, 'Nice to meet you' is the most natural follow-up.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
Situation: You are meeting your new boss for the first time.
The 'Tapāī̃' version is required for a boss to show proper respect.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Formality Levels
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosतपाईंलाई ______ खुसी लाग्यो।
'Bheṭera' means 'having met', which is the core of this phrase.
Response choice:
Saying 'I am also happy' (Malāī pani khusī lāgyo) is the standard polite response.
Ram: मेरो नाम राम हो। Sita: नमस्ते राम जी, _________।
After an introduction, 'Nice to meet you' is the most natural follow-up.
Situation: You are meeting your new boss for the first time.
The 'Tapāī̃' version is required for a boss to show proper respect.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
12 preguntasYes, in informal settings, dropping 'Tapāī̃lāī' is common and sounds natural.
Absolutely. It's very common in the first paragraph of a formal letter or email.
You can say 'तपाईंहरूलाई भेटेर खुसी लाग्यो' (Tapāī̃harūlāī...) to include everyone.
It functions as 'It was nice to meet you', but literally it's about the feeling of happiness.
It's better to use 'Timīlāī' for children, or just a big smile and 'Kasto chau?' (How are you?).
No, you can use 'dekhera' (having seen) or 'kura garera' (having talked).
'Lāgyo' is past tense, referring to the meeting that just happened or is happening now.
It's a bit too formal for a taxi driver. A simple 'Namaste' is usually enough.
Say 'Malāī pani tapāī̃lāī bheṭera khusī lāgyo'.
It's a loanword from Persian, but it's been part of Nepali for centuries.
Yes, it's very common to say this as you are leaving a first-time meeting.
Translating 'I am happy' as 'Ma khusī chu' instead of 'Khusī lāgyo'.
Frases relacionadas
फेरि भेटौँला
builds onSee you again
तपाईंलाई कस्तो छ?
similarHow are you?
स्वागत छ
similarWelcome
आरामै हुनुहुन्छ?
specialized formAre you well? (Formal)
धन्यवाद
similarThank you
