معنی
A woman showing compassion.
زمینه فرهنگی
The concept of 'Daya' is central to the Varkari tradition. Saints like Tukaram often wrote about showing mercy to all creatures. The book 'Shyamchi Aai' by Sane Guruji is the ultimate cultural reference for a 'Dayalu Stri' (the mother). Figures like Savitribai Phule are often described as 'Dayalu' because of their compassion for the uneducated and oppressed. In cities like Pune or Mumbai, this phrase is used in formal speeches to honor women leaders.
The 'L' Sound
Master the Marathi 'ळ' (L) sound in 'Dayalu'. If you use the normal English 'L', native speakers will understand you, but you won't sound authentic.
Don't Feminize
Never say 'Dayali'. It's a common mistake for Hindi speakers. Keep it 'Dayalu'.
معنی
A woman showing compassion.
The 'L' Sound
Master the Marathi 'ळ' (L) sound in 'Dayalu'. If you use the normal English 'L', native speakers will understand you, but you won't sound authentic.
Don't Feminize
Never say 'Dayali'. It's a common mistake for Hindi speakers. Keep it 'Dayalu'.
Respect Matters
Using 'Stri' instead of 'Bai' adds an instant layer of respect to your Marathi.
Usage in Writing
This is a great phrase to use in formal Marathi essays about 'My Favorite Personality'.
خودت رو بسنج
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the adjective.
ती एक _______ स्त्री आहे. (दयाळू / दयाळी)
Adjectives ending in 'u' like 'Dayalu' do not change for gender.
Which sentence is the most formal way to praise a woman's kindness?
Choose the best option:
'Dayalu Stri' is the most formal and respectful collocation here.
Match the Marathi phrase with its English meaning.
Match the following:
Direct translation check.
Complete the dialogue.
A: तुझी मावशी कशी आहे? B: ती खूप _______ आहे, ती नेहमी गरिबांना मदत करते.
The context of helping the poor requires 'Dayalu Stri'.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
Daya vs. Maya
بانک تمرین
4 تمرینهاती एक _______ स्त्री आहे. (दयाळू / दयाळी)
Adjectives ending in 'u' like 'Dayalu' do not change for gender.
Choose the best option:
'Dayalu Stri' is the most formal and respectful collocation here.
هر مورد سمت چپ را با جفتش در سمت راست مطابقت دهید:
Direct translation check.
A: तुझी मावशी कशी आहे? B: ती खूप _______ आहे, ती नेहमी गरिबांना मदत करते.
The context of helping the poor requires 'Dayalu Stri'.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
10 سوالYes, you can say 'Dayalu Manush' (दयाळू माणूस). The adjective doesn't change.
Yes, it is very common in literature, news, and formal speech.
'Dayalu' is about mercy and compassion, while 'Premal' is about being loving and affectionate.
No, you can use 'Mahila' (formal) or 'Bai' (informal).
You can say 'खूप दयाळू स्त्री' (Khup dayalu stri).
Yes, though in very casual Mumbai slang, people might use 'dil-dar' (big-hearted).
It's better to use 'Dayalu Mulgi' for a girl.
The opposite is 'Nishthur' (cruel) or 'Crur'.
Yes, it is a Tatsama word derived from Sanskrit 'Daya'.
Only if you are praising someone's character. For professional help, use 'Sahakarya' (cooperation).
عبارات مرتبط
दयाळू माणूस
similarA compassionate man
मायाळू आई
similarAn affectionate mother
परोपकारी महिला
specialized formA philanthropic woman
निष्ठुर स्त्री
contrastA cruel/heartless woman
