Signification
Referring to a short duration.
Contexte culturel
In business dealings, 'thodo samay' is a strategic phrase. It allows a merchant to consult with partners or family before committing to a price. When visiting a Gujarati home, if you try to leave early, the host will often say 'થોડો સમય તો બેસો' (At least sit for a little while), showing their desire to host you longer. During daily prayers (Puja), one is expected to take 'thodo samay' away from worldly distractions. It's seen as a necessary spiritual break. In rural Gujarat, 'thodo samay' can be very literal. People meet at the 'Choro' (village square) for a little while every evening to discuss local news.
The 'K' Trick
Add a 'k' to make it 'Thodok samay' to sound more like a native speaker. It means 'just a tiny bit of time'.
Gender Check
Never say 'Thodi samay'. It's a dead giveaway that you're a beginner!
Signification
Referring to a short duration.
The 'K' Trick
Add a 'k' to make it 'Thodok samay' to sound more like a native speaker. It means 'just a tiny bit of time'.
Gender Check
Never say 'Thodi samay'. It's a dead giveaway that you're a beginner!
Polite Refusal
If you want to say no to someone politely, say 'મારી પાસે અત્યારે થોડો સમય ઓછો છે' (I have a bit less time right now).
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'thodo/thodi'.
મને _____ સમય આપો.
Because 'સમય' (samay) is masculine, we use 'થોડો' (thodo).
Which sentence means 'Wait for a little while'?
Choose the correct translation:
'Raah juo' means 'wait'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: શું તમારી પાસે સમય છે? B: હા, મારી પાસે _____ છે.
Both 'thodo samay' and 'thodi vaar' are correct responses to indicate having a little time.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are busy and want someone to call back later.
'Pachhi' means after, so 'Call after a little while'.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Time Expressions in Gujarati
Short
- • થોડો સમય
- • થોડી વાર
- • એક પળ
Long
- • ઘણો સમય
- • લાંબો વખત
- • વર્ષો સુધી
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesમને _____ સમય આપો.
Because 'સમય' (samay) is masculine, we use 'થોડો' (thodo).
Choose the correct translation:
'Raah juo' means 'wait'.
A: શું તમારી પાસે સમય છે? B: હા, મારી પાસે _____ છે.
Both 'thodo samay' and 'thodi vaar' are correct responses to indicate having a little time.
Situation: You are busy and want someone to call back later.
'Pachhi' means after, so 'Call after a little while'.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
5 questionsIt is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
No, for days use 'thoda divas'. 'Samay' usually refers to hours or minutes.
They are synonyms. 'Samay' is Sanskrit-based, 'Vakhat' is Arabic-based. Both are common.
Add 'maate' at the end: 'thoda samay maate'.
No, 'thodo' agrees with the noun 'samay', not the speaker.
Expressions liées
થોડી વાર
synonymA short wait/moment
વધારે સમય
contrastMore time / A long time
સમયસર
builds onOn time
નવરો સમય
specialized formFree time / Leisure time
