Signification
Bags or items that weigh a lot.
Contexte culturel
The 'Coolie' or porter is an iconic figure at stations. They are known for carrying 'bhāre sāmān' on their heads, often balancing 3-4 bags at once. It is a cultural norm to help guests with their 'bhāre sāmān' as soon as they arrive at your home. It shows respect and welcome. Gujarat is a major industrial hub. The phrase 'bhāre sāmān' is frequently used in the transport of textiles and diamonds between cities like Surat and Ahmedabad. During 'Yatras' (pilgrimages) like Ambaji or Palitana, carrying 'bhāre sāmān' up the hills is seen as a test of devotion, though many hire helpers.
Keep it simple
Don't worry about pluralizing 'sāmān'. It works for one bag or ten.
Avoid people
Never call a person 'bhāre sāmān'. It sounds like you are calling them a heavy object.
Signification
Bags or items that weigh a lot.
Keep it simple
Don't worry about pluralizing 'sāmān'. It works for one bag or ten.
Avoid people
Never call a person 'bhāre sāmān'. It sounds like you are calling them a heavy object.
Use 'Bahu'
Add 'Bahu' (very) before 'bhāre' to sound more natural when complaining about weight: 'Bahu bhāre che!'
The Porter Rule
If you say 'bhāre sāmān' at a train station, expect porters to approach you immediately!
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.
મારી પાસે ઘણો ____ છે, શું તમે મદદ કરશો?
The context of asking for help implies the luggage is 'heavy' (ભારે).
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the right one:
'Bhāre' is the correct invariant form of the adjective in Gujarati.
Complete the dialogue at the airport.
Staff: તમારો સામાન 30 કિલો છે. Passenger: ઓહ, તે ____ છે.
30kg is a lot of weight, so 'very heavy' (બહુ ભારે) is the logical response.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are moving to a new apartment and have many boxes.
Boxes and household items are 'sāmān'.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Where you find 'Bhāre Sāmān'
Travel
- • Suitcases
- • Trunks
- • Backpacks
Home
- • Furniture
- • Boxes
- • Appliances
Work
- • Tools
- • Cargo
- • Raw materials
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesમારી પાસે ઘણો ____ છે, શું તમે મદદ કરશો?
The context of asking for help implies the luggage is 'heavy' (ભારે).
Choose the right one:
'Bhāre' is the correct invariant form of the adjective in Gujarati.
Staff: તમારો સામાન 30 કિલો છે. Passenger: ઓહ, તે ____ છે.
30kg is a lot of weight, so 'very heavy' (બહુ ભારે) is the logical response.
Situation: You are moving to a new apartment and have many boxes.
Boxes and household items are 'sāmān'.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt is neutral. You can use it with a friend or a government official.
Yes, you can say 'bhāre khorāk', but don't add 'sāmān' there.
The opposite is 'halko' (light). So, 'halko sāmān'.
Yes, it can refer to furniture, especially when moving house.
No, 'bhāre' is invariant in this context.
Yes, in some contexts like cooking, but 'bhāre sāmān' wouldn't be used for that.
Say: 'Mane aa bhāre sāmān mā madad karsho?'
People might just say 'vajan' (weight) instead of the whole phrase.
Only in very poetic or advanced C2 contexts. Stick to physical weight for now.
Yes, they share an ancient Indo-European root meaning 'to carry'.
Expressions liées
વજનદાર
synonymWeighted/Heavy
હલકો સામાન
contrastLight luggage
ઘરવખરી
specialized formHousehold goods
પોટલું
similarA bundle
માલ-સામાન
builds onGoods and luggage
