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तरकारी

A1 noun 9 min de lectura

तरकारी

Vegetable or curry

At the A1 level, 'Tarkari' is one of the first nouns you learn. It is used in its simplest form to identify food. You learn it alongside 'Dal' (lentils) and 'Bhat' (rice). At this stage, you focus on basic sentences like 'I eat vegetables' (Ma tarkari khanchu) or 'This is a vegetable' (Yo tarkari ho). You use it to express simple likes and dislikes. The focus is on the concrete object—the vegetable on the plate or the market stall. You might also learn to count them simply, though usually, you just learn the word as a singular mass noun. It is essential for basic survival, such as ordering a 'Veg Thali' in a restaurant. You will practice identifying common vegetables and calling them 'Tarkari.'

At the A2 level, you begin to use 'Tarkari' in more descriptive contexts. You start adding adjectives to the word, such as 'taja tarkari' (fresh vegetable), 'meetho tarkari' (delicious vegetable), or 'piron tarkari' (spicy vegetable). You can now use the word in the context of shopping, asking 'Tarkari ko bhau kati ho?' (What is the price of the vegetable?). You also start to understand the possessive form 'Tarkari-ko' (of the vegetable), such as in 'Tarkari-ko swad' (the taste of the vegetable). You can describe a simple process, like 'I am cutting the vegetable' (Ma tarkari katdai chu). This level moves from simple identification to basic interaction and description involving the word.

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At the B1 level, you can use 'Tarkari' to discuss health and daily routines. You might explain why you eat 'heriyo tarkari' (green vegetables) for health benefits. You can follow and give simple instructions for cooking, such as 'First, cut the tarkari, then fry it.' You start to use the word in complex sentences with conjunctions, like 'I wanted to buy tarkari, but the market was closed.' You also begin to recognize the word in cultural contexts, such as its importance in the Nepali diet. You can participate in brief conversations about the rising cost of tarkari in the city. Your vocabulary expands to include compound words like 'tarkari-kheti' (vegetable farming).

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At the B2 level, you can use 'Tarkari' in more abstract and technical discussions. You might talk about 'organic tarkari' versus those grown with 'bisadi' (pesticides). You can debate the merits of different agricultural techniques or the impact of seasonal changes on 'tarkari utpadan' (vegetable production). You use the word fluently in various grammatical moods, such as the conditional ('If I had vegetables, I would cook'). You can understand and use idioms or more formal registers where 'Tarkari' might be part of a broader discussion on food security or nutrition. Your ability to describe the texture, aroma, and preparation methods of various tarkaris becomes much more detailed.

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At the C1 level, you use 'Tarkari' with full linguistic flexibility. You can understand the word in literature, news editorials, and complex social commentaries. You might analyze the socio-economic implications of 'tarkari' supply chains from rural farms to urban centers like Kalimati. You can use the word in subtle, metaphorical ways or understand regional variations and nuances in how the word is used across different ethnic groups in Nepal. You are comfortable discussing the history of certain vegetables and how they became part of the 'tarkari' repertoire in Nepal. Your speech is natural, and you can use the word in sophisticated arguments about traditional versus modern diets.

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At the C2 level, your mastery of 'Tarkari' is indistinguishable from a native speaker. You can appreciate puns, wordplay, and deep cultural references involving the word. You might discuss the etymological journey of the word from Persian roots into the Nepali lexicon. You can write professional-level articles or academic papers on 'tarkari' cultivation, market economics, or culinary heritage. You understand the most obscure regional synonyms and can navigate any dialectal shift in its usage. The word is no longer just a vocabulary item but a tool for expressing complex ideas about identity, economy, and the environment. You can effortlessly switch between formal, informal, and technical registers involving the term.

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तरकारी en 30 segundos

Tarkari is the standard Nepali word for 'vegetable' or 'vegetable curry'.
It is a central part of the national meal, Dal Bhat Tarkari.
The word applies to both raw ingredients and cooked, spiced dishes.
In Nepal, it usually implies a vegetarian preparation unless meat is specified.

The word तरकारी (Tarkari) is perhaps one of the most essential nouns in the Nepali language, serving as a cornerstone of both daily nutrition and cultural identity. At its most fundamental level, it translates to 'vegetable' or 'curry.' However, its usage is nuanced. Unlike in English where 'vegetable' refers strictly to the plant matter, in Nepal, Tarkari often refers to the prepared, spiced dish that accompanies the staple rice (Bhat) and lentils (Dal). When you enter a Nepali household, the question 'What is for dinner?' is often answered simply with the name of the specific vegetable followed by this word, such as Alu-Tarkari (Potato curry).

Daily Staple: In the context of the national meal 'Dal Bhat Tarkari,' this word represents the source of flavor, spice, and variety. While Dal and Bhat remain constant, the Tarkari changes with the seasons.

आमाले भान्छामा मीठो तरकारी पकाउँदै हुनुहुन्छ। (Mother is cooking a delicious vegetable curry in the kitchen.)

Historically, the term has deep roots in the agricultural lifestyle of the Himalayas. In rural Nepal, families often have a Tarkari-bari (vegetable garden) behind their homes. This proximity to the source means that the word carries a connotation of freshness and seasonal living. When a Nepali person says they are going to buy Tarkari, they are likely heading to a local 'Haat Bazaar' (open-air market) where farmers bring their produce directly from the fields.

Etymological Nuance: The word shares similarities with the Hindi 'Tarkari,' but in Nepali, it is the primary and most formal term used in textbooks, menus, and daily conversation, whereas 'Sabji' is also understood but often perceived as an import.

बजारमा आज ताजा तरकारी पाइएन। (Fresh vegetables were not found in the market today.)

Furthermore, the word is used to categorize food items in a way that transcends biological definitions. For instance, mushrooms and certain ferns (like 'Niguro') are referred to as Tarkari once they are prepared for a meal. It is a functional word that describes a role on the plate as much as a biological category of plant. In urban settings like Kathmandu, the price of Tarkari is a common topic of social and political discussion, acting as a barometer for the cost of living.

Social Context: Sharing Tarkari is a sign of hospitality. If you visit a Nepali home, the host will often insist on giving you an extra serving of Tarkari to show their generosity.

यो तरकारी धेरै पिरो छ! (This vegetable curry is very spicy!)

In summary, Tarkari is more than just a food item; it is a linguistic vessel for culture, agriculture, and daily survival. Whether you are bargaining at a stall or sitting down for a family dinner, this word will be at the center of your experience in Nepal. Its versatility allows it to describe a raw tomato, a complex cauliflower curry, or the general concept of greens in a diet.

Using तरकारी (Tarkari) correctly requires understanding its role as a common noun that can act as a subject, object, or part of a compound phrase. Because Nepali is an inflected language, the word often takes suffixes depending on its grammatical role. For example, Tarkari-ko (of the vegetable), Tarkari-ma (in the vegetable/curry), or Tarkari-lai (to the vegetable - though less common).

As a Subject: When 'Tarkari' is the subject of the sentence, it often describes the state or quality of the food. Example: 'Tarkari meetho cha' (The curry is delicious).

के आजको तरकारी ताजा छ? (Is today's vegetable fresh?)

When buying vegetables, the word is used to specify the quantity or type. You might say, 'Malai ek kilo tarkari dinuhos' (Please give me one kilo of vegetables), though usually, you would name the specific vegetable. Interestingly, 'Tarkari' can be used pluralistically without changing its form, though 'Tarkari-haru' is used when emphasizing a variety of different types of vegetables.

In Compound Names: Nepali frequently combines the specific vegetable name with 'Tarkari'. Examples include 'Alu-kauli ko tarkari' (Potato and cauliflower curry) or 'Rayoko saag ko tarkari' (Mustard greens curry).

मलाई हरियो तरकारी मन पर्छ। (I like green vegetables.)

In a culinary context, the word is used to describe the process of cooking. Phrases like 'Tarkari pakau' (Cook the vegetable) or 'Tarkari katnu' (Cut the vegetables) are daily imperatives in a Nepali household. It's also important to note the distinction between 'Tarkari' and 'Tika' (spices) or 'Nun' (salt). You might hear someone say 'Tarkari-ma nun pugena' (There isn't enough salt in the curry).

Ordering Food: In a restaurant, if you want to ask what the vegetable dish of the day is, you ask: 'Aaja tarkari ke cha?' (What is the vegetable today?)

हामीले धेरै तरकारी रोपेका छौं। (We have planted many vegetables.)

Finally, the word is used metaphorically in some contexts to describe something that is 'common' or 'essential but simple.' However, its primary use remains strictly culinary and agricultural. Mastering the use of Tarkari in sentences is a gateway to having meaningful interactions about food, health, and daily life in Nepal.

If you are in Nepal, you will hear the word तरकारी (Tarkari) everywhere—from the bustling streets of Kathmandu to the quietest mountain villages. The most common place is undoubtedly the Tarkari Bazaar. In these markets, the air is filled with the sounds of vendors shouting their prices and buyers haggling over the cost of a 'dharni' (a traditional unit of weight) of potatoes or cauliflower.

The Morning Market: Early morning is the peak time for 'Tarkari' talk. People discuss which vendor has the 'taja' (fresh) produce and where the 'sasto' (cheap) prices are.

कालिमाटी तरकारी बजार धेरै ठूलो छ। (Kalimati vegetable market is very big.)

In the domestic sphere, the kitchen (Bhaansha) is the epicenter of the word. Families gather around, and the conversation often revolves around what Tarkari was cooked that day. If you are a guest, you will hear the host say, 'Tarkari thapnus na!' (Please take some more vegetable curry!). This is a standard part of Nepali etiquette, where the host ensures the guest's plate is never empty.

In Restaurants: Menus in local 'Bhojanalayas' (eateries) will list 'Veg Tarkari' or simply 'Tarkari' as a side dish for the Dal Bhat set. Waiters will ask, 'Tarkari thapne ho?' (Shall I refill the vegetable curry?)

गाउँमा अर्गानिक तरकारी खाइन्छ। (In the village, organic vegetables are eaten.)

In rural areas, you'll hear it in the context of farming. Farmers discuss their 'Tarkari kheti' (vegetable farming) and the challenges of pests or irrigation. The word is deeply tied to the rhythm of the seasons—monsoon brings 'Karkalo' (taro leaves), while winter brings 'Kauli' (cauliflower) and 'Bakulla' (broad beans).

Festivals and Rituals: During festivals like 'Teej' or 'Dashain,' specific types of 'Tarkari' are prepared. For example, 'Kwanti' (a sprout soup) is a functional tarkari during 'Janai Purnima.'

आजको तरकारीमा नुन चर्को छ। (The salt is too high in today's vegetable curry.)

Whether it's a child complaining about eating their greens or a grandmother praising the harvest, Tarkari is a word that bridges generations and social classes. It is the common denominator of the Nepali palate.

For English speakers, the most common mistake is assuming तरकारी (Tarkari) only refers to the raw plant. As discussed, it very often refers to the cooked dish. If you ask for 'Tarkari' in a restaurant, don't be surprised if you get a bowl of hot, spiced curry rather than a side of steamed broccoli. Another mistake is confusing it with 'Sabji'. While 'Sabji' is common in India and understood in Nepal, 'Tarkari' is the preferred, more 'Nepali' sounding term.

The 'Meat' Confusion: Do not use 'Tarkari' to refer to a meat dish unless you specify it is meat. If you say 'I am a vegetarian, I only eat Tarkari,' people will understand. But if you say 'I want Tarkari' and expect chicken, you will likely be disappointed.

Incorrect: म मासु तरकारी खान्छु। (I eat meat vegetable - redundant/confusing). Correct: म मासुको झोल खान्छु।

Pluralization is another tricky area. English speakers often want to add an 's' to everything. In Nepali, saying 'Tarkari-haru' (vegetables) is grammatically correct but often sounds unnatural in casual speech unless you are specifically referring to many distinct species of vegetables. Usually, 'Tarkari' is treated as a collective noun, much like 'fruit' can be in English.

Confusing with 'Saag': While all 'Saag' (leafy greens) are technically 'Tarkari,' they are often categorized separately on a plate. If a menu says 'Dal Bhat Tarkari Saag,' the 'Tarkari' will be a non-leafy vegetable like potato or cauliflower.

गल्ती: यो तरकारी फल हो। (Mistake: This vegetable is a fruit - used incorrectly for biological classification in casual talk.)

Lastly, be careful with the word 'Pachadi' (after/behind). Sometimes learners try to say 'Tarkari pachadi' to mean 'after the vegetable,' but they should use the proper post-positions. Understanding that 'Tarkari' is both a category and a specific dish will help you avoid most social and culinary blunders in Nepal.

While तरकारी (Tarkari) is the standard term, there are several related words that you should know to enrich your vocabulary and understand the nuances of Nepali cuisine and agriculture.

सब्जी (Sabji): This is the Hindi equivalent. While perfectly understood and frequently used in the Terai region (southern Nepal), it is less 'pure' Nepali than Tarkari. Use it if you forget Tarkari, but Tarkari is better for formal contexts.
साग (Saag): Specifically refers to leafy green vegetables like spinach, mustard greens, or buckwheat leaves. In a meal, Saag is often served as a separate component from the main Tarkari.

आजको खानामा तरकारी र साग दुवै छन्। (Both vegetable curry and greens are in today's meal.)

Other alternatives include Tiun, a more colloquial or regional term used in some dialects to refer to the vegetable side dish. There is also Tihara, which specifically refers to the curry or sauce. For raw vegetables, you might hear Kacho Tarkari (raw vegetable), whereas the cooked version is Pakeko Tarkari.

तरकारी-बारी (Tarkari-bari): This refers to a vegetable garden. It is a compound word that every rural household uses.

हाम्रो तरकारी-बारीमा धेरै फर्सी फलेका छन्। (Many pumpkins have grown in our vegetable garden.)

Understanding these distinctions helps you navigate a Nepali kitchen with more confidence. While Tarkari will get you through 90% of situations, knowing when to say Saag or Sabji makes your Nepali sound much more natural and localized.

How Formal Is It?

Formal

"नेपालमा तरकारी उत्पादनको अवस्था सन्तोषजनक छ।"

Neutral

"मलाई ताजा तरकारी मन पर्छ।"

Informal

"आज तरकारी के छ यार?"

Child friendly

"बाबु, यो हरियो तरकारी खाऊ त!"

Jerga

"त्यो त तरकारी जस्तै सस्तो छ।"

Dato curioso

Despite its Persian roots, 'Tarkari' has become so localized that it is considered more 'pure' in a Nepali culinary context than the Sanskrit-derived 'Sabji'.

Guía de pronunciación

UK /tʌr.kɑː.riː/

US /tər.kɑː.ri/

Primary stress on the second syllable 'ka'.

Rima con

अकारी (Akari) भकारी (Bhakari) सरकारी (Sarkari) नरनारी (Naranari) दुखारी (Dukhari) शिकारी (Shikari) पुजारी (Pujari) भिखारी (Bhikhari)

Errores comunes

Using an aspirated English 'T' (as in 'Top') instead of the dental Nepali 'T'.
Pronouncing the final 'i' too short, like 'y' in 'happy'. It should be a long 'ee' sound.
Over-rolling the 'r'.

Nivel de dificultad

Lectura 1/5

Easy to recognize the characters 'ta', 'ra', 'ka', 'ri'.

Escritura 2/5

Requires correctly placing the 'ra' half-letter and the long 'i'.

Expresión oral 1/5

Very easy once the dental 'T' is mastered.

Escucha 1/5

Distinct sound, very common in daily life.

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Dental vs Retroflex T

The 'T' in 'Tarkari' (तरकारी) is dental, unlike the 'T' in 'Ticket' (टिकट).

Genitive Case with Food

'Alu-ko tarkari' (Potato's curry/Potato curry).

Collective Nouns

'Tarkari' can represent many items without needing '-haru'.

Honorifics in Cooking

'Aamale pakaunuhuncha' vs 'Bhaile pakaucha'.

Postpositions

'Tarkari-ma' (In the curry), 'Tarkari-sanga' (With the curry).

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यो तरकारी हो।

This is a vegetable.

Simple subject-complement structure.

म तरकारी खान्छु।

I eat vegetables.

Subject-Object-Verb order.

तरकारी मीठो छ।

The vegetable curry is tasty.

Adjective 'meetho' modifying 'tarkari'.

आमाले तरकारी पकाउनुहुन्छ।

Mother cooks vegetables.

Honorific verb form 'pakaunuhuncha'.

मलाई तरकारी मन पर्छ।

I like vegetables.

Dative subject 'malai' with 'man parcha'.

यो ताजा तरकारी हो।

This is fresh vegetable.

Adjective 'taja' before noun.

बजारमा तरकारी छ।

There are vegetables in the market.

Locative 'ma' indicating place.

हामी तरकारी किन्छौं।

We buy vegetables.

First person plural verb 'kinchaun'.

आज तरकारी धेरै महँगो छ।

Today vegetables are very expensive.

Adverb 'dherai' modifying adjective 'mahango'.

तपाईंलाई कस्तो तरकारी मन पर्छ?

What kind of vegetables do you like?

Interrogative 'kasto' for quality.

मलाई हरियो तरकारी खान मन छ।

I want to eat green vegetables.

Infinitive 'khana' with 'man cha'.

यो तरकारीमा नुन कम छ।

There is less salt in this curry.

Locative 'ma' on 'tarkari'.

भाइले तरकारी काट्दै छ।

Brother is cutting vegetables.

Present continuous '-dai cha'.

हामीले हिजो धेरै तरकारी किन्यौं।

We bought many vegetables yesterday.

Past tense 'kinyaun'.

के यो अर्गानिक तरकारी हो?

Is this organic vegetable?

Question particle 'ke' at the start.

मलाई आलुको तरकारी मन पर्छ।

I like potato curry.

Genitive 'ko' connecting two nouns.

स्वस्थ रहनका लागि धेरै तरकारी खानुपर्छ।

To stay healthy, one must eat many vegetables.

Obligative 'khanuparcha'.

मैले तरकारी पकाउन सिक्दै छु।

I am learning to cook vegetable curry.

Compound verb 'pakaun sikdai'.

बजारमा पाइने तरकारी सधैं ताजा हुँदैन।

Vegetables found in the market are not always fresh.

Relative clause 'paine' modifying tarkari.

यदि तपाईंले तरकारी धुनुभएन भने बिरामी पर्नुहुन्छ।

If you don't wash vegetables, you will fall sick.

Conditional 'yadi... bhane'.

गाउँको तरकारी सहरको भन्दा मीठो हुन्छ।

Village vegetables are tastier than city ones.

Comparative 'bhanda'.

आजको तरकारीमा कुन-कुन मसला हाल्नुभयो?

Which spices did you put in today's curry?

Reduplicated interrogative 'kun-kun' for variety.

मैले आफ्नै बारीको ताजा तरकारी ल्याएको छु।

I have brought fresh vegetables from my own garden.

Perfective aspect 'lyaeko chu'.

धेरै तरकारी खाँदा शरीरलाई फाइदा हुन्छ।

Eating many vegetables benefits the body.

Conjunctive participle 'khanda' (while eating/by eating).

तरकारीको मूल्य वृद्धिले सर्वसाधारणलाई मर्का परेको छ।

The rise in vegetable prices has hurt the common people.

Abstract noun 'mruddhi' (increase).

व्यावसायिक तरकारी खेतीबाट राम्रो आम्दानी गर्न सकिन्छ।

Good income can be made from commercial vegetable farming.

Passive potential 'garna sakincha'.

विषादी प्रयोग नगरिएको तरकारी स्वास्थ्यका लागि राम्रो हुन्छ।

Vegetables where pesticides are not used are good for health.

Negative participial phrase 'prayog nagarieko'.

नेपालमा मौसम अनुसारका फरक-फरक तरकारी फल्छन्।

In Nepal, different vegetables grow according to the season.

Post-positional phrase 'mausam anusarka'.

तपाईंले पकाएको तरकारीको बास्ना निकै लोभलाग्दो छ।

The aroma of the vegetable curry you cooked is very tempting.

Relative past participle 'pakaeko'.

तरकारी संरक्षणका लागि चिस्यान केन्द्रको आवश्यकता छ।

Cold storage centers are needed for vegetable preservation.

Noun of necessity 'awashyakta'.

धेरै पकाउँदा तरकारीको भिटामिन नष्ट हुन सक्छ।

Vitamins in vegetables can be destroyed when overcooked.

Modal verb 'huna sakcha'.

स्थानीय बजारमा स्थानीय तरकारीलाई नै प्राथमिकता दिनुपर्छ।

Priority should be given to local vegetables in local markets.

Emphatic particle 'nai'.

तरकारीमा आत्मनिर्भर हुनका लागि आधुनिक प्रविधि अपनाउनु जरुरी छ।

It is necessary to adopt modern technology to become self-reliant in vegetables.

Infinitive of purpose 'huna ka lagi'.

बिचौलियाका कारण किसानले तरकारीको उचित मूल्य पाउन सकेका छैनन्।

Due to middlemen, farmers haven't been able to get a fair price for vegetables.

Causal phrase 'karanle'.

नेपाली भान्छामा तरकारीको विविधता भौगोलिक बनावट अनुसार फरक छ।

The diversity of vegetables in Nepali kitchens varies according to geographical structure.

Abstract noun 'vividhata' (diversity).

बेमौसमी तरकारी उत्पादनले किसानको आर्थिक अवस्था सुधारेको छ।

Off-season vegetable production has improved the economic condition of farmers.

Adjective 'bemausemi' (off-season).

तरकारीको गुणस्तर मापन गर्ने प्रभावकारी संयन्त्रको अभाव देखिन्छ।

There is a visible lack of an effective mechanism to measure vegetable quality.

Genitive phrase 'mapan garne'.

जलवायु परिवर्तनले तरकारीको उत्पादन चक्रमा नकारात्मक असर पारेको छ।

Climate change has had a negative impact on the vegetable production cycle.

Compound verb 'asar pareko'.

हामीले खाने तरकारीमा विषादीको मात्रा कति छ भन्ने कुरामा सचेत हुनुपर्छ।

We must be aware of how much pesticide residue is in the vegetables we eat.

Indirect question clause 'kati cha bhanne kura'.

तरकारीको निर्यात बढाउन सके मुलुकको व्यापार घाटा कम हुन सक्छ।

If vegetable exports can be increased, the country's trade deficit could decrease.

Conditional 'sake' (if able).

नेपालको कृषि प्रधान अर्थतन्त्रमा तरकारी क्षेत्रको योगदान अतुलनीय छ।

The contribution of the vegetable sector to Nepal's agrarian economy is incomparable.

Sanskrit-derived adjective 'atulaniya'.

तरकारीको आनुवंशिक विविधता संरक्षण गर्नु आजको मुख्य चुनौती हो।

Conserving the genetic diversity of vegetables is a major challenge today.

Technical term 'anuvanshik vividhata'.

बजारीकरणको अभावले गर्दा कतिपय दुर्गम क्षेत्रमा तरकारी कुहिएर खेर गइरहेको छ।

Due to a lack of marketing, vegetables in some remote areas are rotting and going to waste.

Progressive aspect '-irahaeko cha'.

तरकारीमा पाइने सूक्ष्म पोषक तत्वहरूको महत्त्वबारे जनचेतना जगाउनु आवश्यक छ।

It is necessary to raise public awareness about the importance of micronutrients found in vegetables.

Technical term 'sukshma poshak tatwa'.

विषादी अवशेषको द्रुत परीक्षण गर्ने प्रयोगशालाहरू प्रत्येक नाकामा हुनुपर्छ।

Laboratories for rapid testing of pesticide residues should be at every border point.

Compound noun 'vishadi avashesh'.

तरकारी खेतीमा एकीकृत शत्रुजीव व्यवस्थापन पद्धति अवलम्बन गर्नुपर्ने देखिन्छ।

It appears necessary to adopt Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices in vegetable farming.

Formal verb 'avalamban garnu'.

परम्परागत रैथाने तरकारीका प्रजातिहरू लोप हुँदै जानु चिन्ताको विषय हो।

The disappearing of traditional indigenous vegetable species is a matter of concern.

Adjective 'raithane' (indigenous).

तरकारीको मूल्य निर्धारणमा सिन्डिकेटको प्रभाव अन्त्य गर्न राज्य कठोर हुनुपर्छ।

The state must be firm in ending the influence of syndicates on vegetable price determination.

Political term 'syndicate'.

Colocaciones comunes

ताजा तरकारी

हरियो तरकारी

तरकारी बजार

तरकारी पकाउनु

तरकारी काट्नु

तरकारीको भाउ

अर्गानिक तरकारी

तरकारी खेती

तरकारीको झोल

बेमौसमी तरकारी

Frases Comunes

तरकारी थप्नु

तरकारी बारी

तरकारी वाली

तरकारी मन्डी

तरकारीको मसला

तरकारी कुहिनु

तरकारी रोप्नु

तरकारी बेच्नु

तरकारी धुनु

तरकारीको स्वाद

Se confunde a menudo con

तरकारी vs सब्जी (Sabji)

Often used interchangeably but 'Tarkari' is more standard Nepali.

तरकारी vs साग (Saag)

Specifically means greens, while Tarkari is the general category.

तरकारी vs अचार (Achar)

Achar is pickle/side relish, Tarkari is the main vegetable dish.

Modismos y expresiones

"तरकारीमा नुन नहुनु"

Something essential is missing, making the whole thing bland or useless.

उसको कुरा तरकारीमा नुन नभएको जस्तो छ।

Informal

"सबै तरकारी एउटै डालोमा"

Putting all your eggs in one basket (treating everything as the same).

सबैलाई एउटै डालोमा नहाल्नुहोस्।

Metaphorical

"तरकारी जस्तो सस्तो"

Dirt cheap or very common.

अहिले मोबाइल तरकारी जस्तो सस्तो भएको छ।

Informal

"तरकारी पकाए झैं"

Doing something quickly and without much care.

उसले काम तरकारी पकाए झैं गर्छ।

Casual

"तरकारीको राजा"

Referring to the potato (Alu) because it goes with everything.

आलु तरकारीको राजा हो।

Common Saying

"झोल बिनाको तरकारी"

Something that lacks substance or depth.

यो फिल्म झोल बिनाको तरकारी जस्तो छ।

Sarcastic

"काँचो तरकारी चपाउनु"

To attempt something difficult without preparation.

तयारी बिना परीक्षा दिनु काँचो तरकारी चपाउनु जस्तै हो।

Literary

"तरकारीको बास्नाले पेट भरिनु"

To be satisfied just by the idea or appearance of something.

उसको गफले तरकारीको बास्नाले पेट भरिए जस्तो हुन्छ।

Humorous

"तरकारी कुर्नु"

To wait for a result or a reward.

फल पाउन तरकारी कुर्नु पर्छ।

Rural proverb

"तरकारीमा धुलो"

A small flaw in an otherwise good situation.

सबै राम्रो थियो तर एउटा कुराले तरकारीमा धुलो हाल्यो।

Rare

Fácil de confundir

तरकारी vs सरकारी (Sarkari)

Sounds very similar to Tarkari.

Sarkari means 'Government'. One letter (S vs T) changes the meaning completely.

यो सरकारी कार्यालय हो (This is a government office) vs यो तरकारी हो (This is a vegetable).

तरकारी vs तर (Tara)

Starts with the same sound.

Tara means 'But'.

म आएँ तर तरकारी ल्याइनँ (I came but didn't bring vegetables).

तरकारी vs तारी (Tari)

Rhymes with the end of the word.

Tari is often used in names or to mean praise/clapping (Taali).

None.

तरकारी vs तकारी (Takari)

Missing the 'r'.

This is not a word; learners often forget the middle 'r'.

None.

तरकारी vs भकारी (Bhakari)

Rhymes with Tarkari.

Bhakari is a large traditional basket for storing grain.

भकारीमा धान छ (There is rice in the grain store).

Patrones de oraciones

Subject + तरकारी + हो।

यो आलु तरकारी हो।

म + तरकारी + खान्छु।

म हरियो तरकारी खान्छु।

तरकारी + Adjective + छ।

तरकारी धेरै पिरो छ।

Subject-ले + तरकारी + Verb-छ।

बहिनीले तरकारी काट्छे।

तरकारी + पकाउन + आउँछ।

मलाई तरकारी पकाउन आउँछ।

यदि...भने...तरकारी...

यदि भोक लाग्यो भने तरकारी खानुहोस्।

तरकारीको + Noun + Verb...

तरकारीको उत्पादन वृद्धि भएको छ।

तरकारीमा + Noun + को प्रयोग...

तरकारीमा विषादीको प्रयोग रोक्नुपर्छ।

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frequency

Extremely High (Daily use)

Errores comunes

Using 'Tarkari' for fruit. → Phalphool (फलफूल)
Tarkari is strictly for vegetables. Don't call an apple a tarkari.
Pronouncing it like 'Tar-Karry'. → Tar-ka-ri
The 'a' in 'ka' is a long 'aa' sound, and the 'ri' is a long 'ee'.
Thinking 'Tarkari' means only raw vegetables. → Cooked dish or raw.
It refers to the prepared curry dish in 80% of mealtime conversations.
Using 'Tarkari' for a meat curry without specifying. → Masu (मासु)
If you say you want tarkari, you will get a vegetarian dish.
Overusing 'Tarkari-haru'. → Tarkari
The singular form is usually sufficient to mean 'vegetables' in general.

Consejos

The Dal Bhat Rule

Always remember that Tarkari is the 'soul' of Dal Bhat. It provides the flavor variety.

Soft T

Keep your tongue at your teeth for the first sound. It's 'Tarkari', not 'Tharkari'.

Haggling

When buying tarkari, it's normal to ask for a little extra 'Dhanyabaad' (cilantro) for free!

Spicing

Most Nepali tarkari starts with heating oil and adding 'Besar' (turmeric).

Wash well

Always wash market-bought tarkari thoroughly due to potential pesticide use.

Compound Words

Learn specific vegetable names and just add 'Tarkari' to the end.

Refills

If someone offers 'Tarkari thapne?', say 'Thोरै' (a little) if you are full but want to be polite.

Mass Noun

Treat it like 'Water' or 'Rice'—usually singular in form but plural in meaning.

Seasonality

Notice how the 'Tarkari' in shops changes every 3 months in Nepal.

Small Talk

Asking 'Tarkari ke pakayo?' is a great way to start a conversation with a neighbor.

Memorízalo

Mnemotecnia

Think of a 'Car' (Kar) carrying 'Tar' (like asphalt) but instead, it's carrying fresh 'Tarkari' (vegetables) to your house.

Asociación visual

Imagine a colorful plate of rice (Bhat) and in the corner, a bright yellow-orange bowl of spiced vegetables—that is your Tarkari.

Word Web

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Desafío

Go to a local market and try to count ten different things you would call 'Tarkari'.

Origen de la palabra

The word is derived from the Persian 'tarkāri' (ترکاری), which entered the Nepali language through Hindustani (Hindi/Urdu).

Significado original: Fresh greens or vegetables.

Indo-Aryan.

Contexto cultural

None. It is a neutral and widely used word.

English speakers often use 'curry' for everything, but in Nepal, 'Tarkari' is the specific term for the vegetable version.

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Practica en la vida real

Contextos reales

At the Market

तरकारीको भाउ कति हो?
यो ताजा छ?
एक किलो दिनुहोस्।
अलि सस्तो गर्नुहोस्।

In the Kitchen

तरकारी काट्नुहोस्।
तरकारी बसाल्नुहोस्।
मसला हालियो?
तरकारी पाक्यो।

At a Restaurant

आज तरकारी के छ?
तरकारी थप्नुहोस् न।
पिरो नबनाउनुहोस्।
तरकारी धेरै मीठो छ।

On a Farm

तरकारी रोप्ने बेला भयो।
पानी हाल्नुपर्छ।
कीरा लागेछ।
तरकारी राम्रो फलेको छ।

Health Discussion

हरियो तरकारी खानुपर्छ।
भिटामिन पाइन्छ।
अर्गानिक राम्रो हुन्छ।
तरकारी धेरै धुनुहोस्।

Inicios de conversación

"तपाईंलाई कुन तरकारी सबैभन्दा धेरै मन पर्छ?"

"आज तपाईंको घरमा के तरकारी पाक्यो?"

"के तपाईं आफ्नो घरमा तरकारी रोप्नुहुन्छ?"

"तपाईंको सहरमा तरकारीको भाउ कस्तो छ?"

"तपाईंलाई आलुको तरकारी मन पर्छ कि काउलीको?"

Temas para diario

आज तपाईंले खाएको तरकारीको बारेमा लेख्नुहोस्। स्वाद कस्तो थियो?

तपाईंको मनपर्ने तरकारी पकाउने तरिका के हो? व्याख्या गर्नुहोस्।

यदि तपाईंको आफ्नै तरकारी बारी हुन्थ्यो भने तपाईं के-के रोप्नुहुन्थ्यो?

बजारमा तरकारी किन्दाको एउटा अनुभव लेख्नुहोस्।

स्वस्थ जीवनका लागि तरकारीको महत्त्वबारे एउटा अनुच्छेद लेख्नुहोस्।

Preguntas frecuentes

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Usually, yes. In a Nepali culinary context, 'Tarkari' implies that the vegetable has been cooked with spices like turmeric, cumin, and ginger. If it is just boiled, it might be called 'Umaलेको' (boiled) but rarely just 'Tarkari'.

No, salad is called 'Salad' in Nepali. 'Tarkari' almost always refers to either raw vegetables intended for cooking or the cooked dish itself.

It is used as both. 'Tarkari meetho cha' can mean 'The vegetable is tasty' or 'The vegetables are tasty.' Use 'Tarkari-haru' only when you want to emphasize different types.

There is no difference in meaning. 'Tarkari' is the preferred Nepali word, while 'Sabji' is more common in India and the Terai region of Nepal.

Technically, 'Masu-ko tarkari' (Meat curry) is a phrase, but if you just say 'Tarkari,' people will assume you mean a vegetarian dish.

You say, 'Tarkari-ko bhau kati ho?' (What is the rate of the vegetable?) or 'Yo tarkari-lai kati ho?' (How much for this vegetable?)

Yes, 'Saag' (leafy greens) falls under the category of 'Tarkari,' but on a plate of Dal Bhat, they are often served as two different items.

Alu (Potato), Kauli (Cauliflower), Banta (Eggplant), Simi (Beans), and Kerau (Peas) are very common.

A 'Bari' is specifically a dry-land field, often a kitchen garden. For a large commercial farm, you would say 'Tarkari-farm' or 'Kheti'.

Yes! In fact, in a Nepali home, the host will be very happy if you ask for more. It is a compliment to their cooking.

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