Signification
Pure and safe drinking water.
Contexte culturel
In Gujarat, 'Pani' is the first thing offered to any guest. It is considered a 'Punya' (merit-earning act) to provide water to the thirsty. Gujarat is famous for its ancient stepwells like Rani ki Vav. These were built to ensure the community had access to 'Chokkhu Pani' year-round. The concept of 'Chokkha-panu' (cleanliness) is central to Jainism and Vaishnavism, which are prominent in Gujarat. This applies to food and water. During the monsoon season in Gujarat, public health campaigns heavily use the phrase 'Chokkhu Pani' to prevent cholera and typhoid.
The 'u' Rule
Always remember that water (Pani) is neuter. If you use any adjective with it, it will likely end in 'u'.
Don't just say 'Pani'
In many parts of India, tap water is not safe. Always specify 'Chokkhu' or 'Pivanu' to ensure you get filtered water.
Signification
Pure and safe drinking water.
The 'u' Rule
Always remember that water (Pani) is neuter. If you use any adjective with it, it will likely end in 'u'.
Don't just say 'Pani'
In many parts of India, tap water is not safe. Always specify 'Chokkhu' or 'Pivanu' to ensure you get filtered water.
Metaphorical Use
Use 'Chokkhu Pani' to describe a very honest person's character to impress native speakers with your poetic side.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of the adjective 'Chokkhu'.
મને _______ પાણી આપો.
'Pani' is neuter, so the adjective must end in 'u'.
Which sentence is the most natural way to ask for drinking water in a restaurant?
How do you ask for clean water?
This is a polite and standard way to request clean water.
Match the Gujarati phrase with its English meaning.
Match the following:
These are essential water-related collocations.
Complete the dialogue between a doctor and a patient.
Doctor: તમારે બીમારીથી બચવા માટે _______ પીવું જોઈએ.
Clean water is the standard medical advice for health.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Types of Water in Gujarati
Safe
- • ચોખ્ખું પાણી
- • પીવાનું પાણી
- • શુદ્ધ પાણી
Unsafe
- • ગંદુ પાણી
- • ખરાબ પાણી
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesમને _______ પાણી આપો.
'Pani' is neuter, so the adjective must end in 'u'.
How do you ask for clean water?
This is a polite and standard way to request clean water.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
These are essential water-related collocations.
Doctor: તમારે બીમારીથી બચવા માટે _______ પીવું જોઈએ.
Clean water is the standard medical advice for health.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
4 questionsNot exactly. 'Chokkhu Pani' is a general term for clean water. Mineral water is specifically called 'Mineral Water' or 'Bottled Water'.
Yes! You can say 'ચોખ્ખો રૂમ' (Chokkho room). Note the gender change to masculine.
'Jal' is the formal/Sanskrit word. It's used in literature, religion, and formal speeches.
No, it is a very common and practical question for health reasons.
Expressions liées
પીવાનું પાણી
similarDrinking water
ગંદુ પાણી
contrastDirty water
શુદ્ધ જળ
specialized formPurified water
ચોખ્ખાઈ
builds onCleanliness
