Signification
Telling someone to move faster.
Contexte culturel
In the markets of Surat or Ahmedabad, 'Jaldi karo' is not just about speed; it's about 'Turnover'. The faster you do, the more you sell. Gujarati mothers often use 'Jaldi kar' as a term of endearment and discipline combined, especially during morning routines. During Navratri, as the 'Aarti' time approaches, you'll hear organizers saying 'Jaldi karo' to clear the ground for Garba. While 'Jaldi karo' is common, it often competes with 'Shanti rakho' (Keep peace/patience), reflecting the dual nature of Gujarati life: busy work, relaxed social life.
Double it up
Say 'Jaldi jaldi' to sound more native and urgent.
Tone matters
Saying it too loudly can sound like you are angry or bossy.
Signification
Telling someone to move faster.
Double it up
Say 'Jaldi jaldi' to sound more native and urgent.
Tone matters
Saying it too loudly can sound like you are angry or bossy.
The 'Jo' trick
Always add 'jo' (Jaldi karjo) when talking to someone older than you to stay in their good books.
The '2 Minute' Rule
In Gujarat, if someone says 'Jaldi karo' and the response is '2 minute', it usually means 10-15 minutes!
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'to do' for a friend.
ભાઈ, મોડું થાય છે, જલદી ____!
For a friend (informal/singular), 'કર' (kar) is the correct imperative form.
Which sentence is the most polite way to ask someone to hurry?
Select the polite form:
'Karjo' is the polite/future imperative used to show respect.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are telling a group of students to finish their exam.
'Karo' is used for a group (plural).
Complete the dialogue.
A: બસ પાંચ મિનિટમાં ઉપડશે. B: અરે બાપ રે, ____!
If the bus is leaving in 5 minutes, you need to hurry.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
When to say 'Jaldi karo'
Travel
- • Catching a train
- • Auto-rickshaw
- • Walking to a gate
Work
- • Deadlines
- • Sending emails
- • Meeting starts
Social
- • Meeting friends
- • Getting ready
- • Ordering food
Politeness Levels
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesભાઈ, મોડું થાય છે, જલદી ____!
For a friend (informal/singular), 'કર' (kar) is the correct imperative form.
Select the polite form:
'Karjo' is the polite/future imperative used to show respect.
Situation: You are telling a group of students to finish their exam.
'Karo' is used for a group (plural).
A: બસ પાંચ મિનિટમાં ઉપડશે. B: અરે બાપ રે, ____!
If the bus is leaving in 5 minutes, you need to hurry.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNot inherently. It depends on your tone and who you are talking to. With friends, it's fine. With elders, use 'Jaldi karjo'.
Yes, but 'Zadap rakho' or 'Jaldi karva vinanti' is more professional for written correspondence.
'Jaldi' is more common in speech; 'Zadap' is more formal and literally means 'speed'.
You say 'Utawal na karo' or 'Shanti thi karo'.
Yes, the phrase is identical in Hindi, which is very helpful for learners.
Yes, you can tell a driver 'Thodu jaldi chalaavo' (Drive a bit faster/hurry up).
'Fatafat' or 'Haal ne' are common slang alternatives.
No, 'Jaldi karo' remains the same regardless of the gender of the person you are addressing.
Jaldi jami lo.
It is a loanword from Persian, but it is fully integrated into Gujarati.
Expressions liées
ઝડપ રાખો
synonymKeep speed
ઉતાવળ કરો
similarMake haste
ફટાફટ
specialized formQuickly/Snappy
ધીરે કરો
contrastDo it slowly
તરત જ
builds onImmediately
