Signification
Asking for someone's name.
Contexte culturel
It is common to add 'Bhai' or 'Ben' to a name. If someone says their name is 'Raj', you should call them 'Rajbhai'. In business, people often exchange business cards (visiting cards) immediately after asking this question. In villages, people might ask 'તમે કોના છો?' (Whose are you?) after asking your name to find out your family background. Younger generations might use 'Tamaru' less strictly, but it is still highly appreciated by elders in the community.
The 'Bhai/Ben' Rule
When they tell you their name, repeat it back with 'Bhai' (for men) or 'Ben' (for women) to instantly sound like a pro.
Avoid 'Tu'
Never use 'Taru naam shu che?' with anyone older than you, even by a few years.
Signification
Asking for someone's name.
The 'Bhai/Ben' Rule
When they tell you their name, repeat it back with 'Bhai' (for men) or 'Ben' (for women) to instantly sound like a pro.
Avoid 'Tu'
Never use 'Taru naam shu che?' with anyone older than you, even by a few years.
Smile!
Gujaratis are very friendly. A smile while asking this question goes a long way.
Nasalization
Don't forget the tiny dot (bindu) over 'u' in 'Tamaru' and 'Shu'. It's a soft nasal sound.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to ask a teacher their name.
તમારું ____ શું છે?
'Naam' means name. 'Kaam' means work and 'Gaam' means village.
Which is the most polite way to ask a stranger their name?
Select the correct option:
'Tamaru' is the formal/polite version of 'your'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: નમસ્તે. B: નમસ્તે, તમારું નામ શું છે? A: મારું નામ ____ છે.
The response should be a name, like 'Aarav'.
Match the phrase to the person.
1. તારું નામ શું છે? 2. તમારું નામ શું છે?
'Taru' is for children, 'Tamaru' is for elders.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Formal vs Informal
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesતમારું ____ શું છે?
'Naam' means name. 'Kaam' means work and 'Gaam' means village.
Select the correct option:
'Tamaru' is the formal/polite version of 'your'.
A: નમસ્તે. B: નમસ્તે, તમારું નામ શું છે? A: મારું નામ ____ છે.
The response should be a name, like 'Aarav'.
1. તારું નામ શું છે? 2. તમારું નામ શું છે?
'Taru' is for children, 'Tamaru' is for elders.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes, in very casual settings, dropping 'shu che' is common, but 'Tamaru naam shu che?' is better for learners.
Yes, 'Shu' is the standard word for 'What' in Gujarati.
Always default to 'Tamaru'. It is never rude to be too polite.
Say 'Maru naam [Your Name] che'.
Because 'Naam' is a neuter noun. 'Tamaro' is for masculine nouns.
In some dialects (like Surati), 'Shu' is pronounced as 'Su'. Both are understood.
No, for objects you would ask 'Aa shu che?' (What is this?).
Usually 'Naam' refers to the first name. 'Atak' is the word for surname.
In formal writing, yes. In speaking, it's sometimes dropped, but keep it for now.
'Aapnu' is an even more formal version of 'Tamaru', used for high-status individuals.
Expressions liées
તમે કોણ છો?
similarWho are you?
આપનું શુભ નામ?
specialized formYour auspicious name?
તમારું ગામ કયું છે?
builds onWhich is your village?
મને તમારું નામ જણાવશો?
specialized formWill you tell me your name?
