Significado
A low volume of speaking.
Contexto cultural
Speaking in a 'past ovoz' is a core component of 'Andisha' (modesty). It is especially expected from younger people when addressing their elders. In this region, known for its strict adherence to traditions, a 'past ovoz' is seen as the ultimate sign of a 'tarbiyali' (well-mannered) person. In the capital, while things are more modern, 'past ovoz' is still the rule in business meetings to show professionalism and calm. Classical poets often used 'past ovoz' to describe the humility of a lover before the beloved.
The '-da' Trick
Always add '-da' to say 'IN a low voice'. Without it, you are just saying 'low voice'.
Respect the Elders
When meeting an Uzbek elder for the first time, keep your voice at a 'past ovoz' to make a great first impression.
Significado
A low volume of speaking.
The '-da' Trick
Always add '-da' to say 'IN a low voice'. Without it, you are just saying 'low voice'.
Respect the Elders
When meeting an Uzbek elder for the first time, keep your voice at a 'past ovoz' to make a great first impression.
Don't Whisper
A 'past ovoz' is not a whisper (pichirlash). It is just a low volume. Whispering can sometimes seem suspicious!
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'past ovoz'.
Kutubxonada ________ gapirish kerak.
In a library, you must speak in a low voice (past ovozda).
Which sentence is the most polite when talking to an elder?
Kattalar bilan qanday gaplashish kerak?
Speaking in a low voice is a sign of respect (hurmat) in Uzbek culture.
Match the Uzbek phrase to its English meaning.
Match the pairs:
Past = Low, Ovoz = Voice.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Nega sekin gapiryapsiz? B: Chunki bolam ________.
You speak quietly when a baby is sleeping (uxlayapti).
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Where to use Past Ovoz
Places
- • Library
- • Mosque
- • Hospital
- • Elder's House
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosKutubxonada ________ gapirish kerak.
In a library, you must speak in a low voice (past ovozda).
Kattalar bilan qanday gaplashish kerak?
Speaking in a low voice is a sign of respect (hurmat) in Uzbek culture.
Empareja cada elemento de la izquierda con su par de la derecha:
Past = Low, Ovoz = Voice.
A: Nega sekin gapiryapsiz? B: Chunki bolam ________.
You speak quietly when a baby is sleeping (uxlayapti).
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasYes, it is the standard polite way to speak in public or with elders in Uzbekistan.
Yes, 'past ovozda musiqa' means music at a low volume.
The opposite is 'baland ovoz' (loud voice).
You can say 'Ovozingizni pasaytiring'.
It's not wrong and locals use it, but 'past ovoz' is more precise for volume.
No, in this context it only means 'low'. However, in some contexts, 'past' can mean 'low quality' or 'vile', but not when describing a voice.
Yes, that means 'soft-spoken' as a personality trait.
Say 'Balandroq gapiring' (Speak a bit louder).
Very often, especially in historical dramas to show a character's nobility.
Yes, it can describe pitch, but 'yo'g'on ovoz' is better for a deep/bass voice.
Frases relacionadas
Baland ovoz
contrastLoud voice
Sekin gapirish
similarSpeaking slowly/quietly
Pichirlash
specialized formWhispering
Ovozni pasaytirish
builds onTo lower the voice/volume
