Signification
A standard greeting used to ask about someone's well-being.
Contexte culturel
Asking 'Kem cho' is often followed by an invitation for tea (Chai). It's rude to just say 'Kem cho' and walk away if you have time. 'Kem cho' has become a global password for the community. It's used to identify fellow Gujaratis in foreign lands. In the diamond or textile markets, 'Kem cho' is the start of every negotiation. It establishes trust. The greeting is often more robust, with a loud 'Ram Ram' followed by 'Kem cho bapa?'.
The 'Maja ma' Rule
Always answer 'Maja ma' first, even if you want to complain later. It's the cultural norm.
Body Language
A slight nod of the head while saying 'Kem cho' adds a layer of respect.
Signification
A standard greeting used to ask about someone's well-being.
The 'Maja ma' Rule
Always answer 'Maja ma' first, even if you want to complain later. It's the cultural norm.
Body Language
A slight nod of the head while saying 'Kem cho' adds a layer of respect.
Don't overthink grammar
Even though 'cho' is plural, use it for one person. It's not a mistake; it's politeness.
Teste-toi
How would you ask your grandfather how he is?
દાદા, _______?
You must use 'cho' for elders to show respect.
Complete the conversation.
A: નમસ્તે, કેમ છો? B: ________, તમે કેમ છો?
'Maja ma' is the standard response to 'Kem cho?'.
Match the phrase to the register.
1. કેમ છો? 2. કેમ છે? 3. શું ચાલે છે?
'Kem cho' is neutral, 'Kem che' is for friends, and 'Shu chale che' is casual.
Fill in the missing word for 'How is everyone?'
બધા _____ છે?
'Badha kem che?' means 'How is everyone?'.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesદાદા, _______?
You must use 'cho' for elders to show respect.
A: નમસ્તે, કેમ છો? B: ________, તમે કેમ છો?
'Maja ma' is the standard response to 'Kem cho?'.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
'Kem cho' is neutral, 'Kem che' is for friends, and 'Shu chale che' is casual.
બધા _____ છે?
'Badha kem che?' means 'How is everyone?'.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt is neutral to formal. It's safe for almost everyone.
You can say 'બસ, ચાલે છે' (Bas, chale che - It's just going on).
Yes, but 'Kem che' is more natural for children.
It literally means 'How' or 'Why'.
Yes, very much so! Mumbai has a huge Gujarati population.
No, 'Kem cho' is complete on its own.
Yes, it is a linguistic greeting, not a religious one.
'Namaste' is a greeting of respect; 'Kem cho' is a question about well-being. Often used together.
Yes, as a friendly opening line.
The 'o' is short, like in 'go'.
Expressions liées
મજામાં
similarIn fun / Fine
શું ચાલે છે?
similarWhat's up?
આવજો
contrastGoodbye
તબિયત પાણી?
specialized formHow is your health?
