Signification
Making someone like or love you
Contexte culturel
In business-heavy Gujarat, 'winning the heart' of a client is considered more important than a single profit. It's about long-term 'Sambandh' (relationship). Gujarati saints like Narsinh Mehta often wrote about winning the heart of Krishna. The idiom is used to describe the ultimate spiritual connection. Gujaratis take pride in their hospitality. If a guest says you won their heart, it is the highest compliment for a host. In cities like Ahmedabad or Surat, this phrase is common in the 'Pol' (housing clusters) culture, where neighbors help each other during festivals like Uttarayan.
Use with 'Lidhu'
In 90% of daily conversations, you will use the past tense 'jiti lidhu' (won/has won).
Not for Objects
Never use it for winning a race, a lottery, or a trophy. Use it only for people's feelings.
Signification
Making someone like or love you
Use with 'Lidhu'
In 90% of daily conversations, you will use the past tense 'jiti lidhu' (won/has won).
Not for Objects
Never use it for winning a race, a lottery, or a trophy. Use it only for people's feelings.
The 'Dil' Alternative
If you are in a very casual setting or watching a movie, 'Dil jiti lidhu' sounds more 'cool' and modern.
Humility is Key
When someone says you won their heart, respond with 'Aapni maherbaani' (Your kindness) to sound like a native.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'jitvu'.
તેણે પોતાની મીઠી વાતોથી મારું મન ______ લીધું.
The compound verb 'જીતી લેવું' (jiti levu) is used here in the past tense.
Which sentence correctly uses the idiom?
Select the correct sentence:
'Man jitvu' is used for people (audience), not exams or games.
Match the response to the situation.
Situation: Your younger brother cleans your room without being asked.
His kind act earned your affection/appreciation.
Complete the dialogue.
A: આ નવી ફિલ્મ કેવી છે? B: ખૂબ સરસ! વાર્તાએ તો મારું _______.
To say a movie was great, you say it won your heart.
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Aides visuelles
Man vs. Dil
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesતેણે પોતાની મીઠી વાતોથી મારું મન ______ લીધું.
The compound verb 'જીતી લેવું' (jiti levu) is used here in the past tense.
Select the correct sentence:
'Man jitvu' is used for people (audience), not exams or games.
Situation: Your younger brother cleans your room without being asked.
His kind act earned your affection/appreciation.
A: આ નવી ફિલ્મ કેવી છે? B: ખૂબ સરસ! વાર્તાએ તો મારું _______.
To say a movie was great, you say it won your heart.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt can be, but it is much broader. It's used for teachers, leaders, children, and even strangers who do something kind.
'Man' is the native Gujarati word (Sanskrit origin), while 'Dil' is from Persian/Urdu. 'Man' feels slightly more formal or literary.
Yes, if a client or partner has been exceptionally helpful, you can say 'Aapna sahkare amaru man jiti lidhu che'.
You would say 'Te loko-na man jiti rahyo che'.
Rarely. You wouldn't usually say 'He didn't win my heart' unless you are being specifically critical of a performance.
It's stronger than 'to impress'. It implies a deeper emotional connection or lasting respect.
It is neuter (Napunsakling) in Gujarati.
Yes! If a dog does something cute, you can say 'Aa kutra-e maru man jiti lidhu'.
The word 'Man' stays the same, but the possessive changes, e.g., 'Badha-na man' (Everyone's hearts).
Yes, it is one of the most common idioms in the Gujarati language.
Expressions liées
મન મોહી લેવું
similarTo enchant or captivate someone.
દિલ જીતવું
synonymTo win the heart.
મન હારી જવું
contrastTo lose heart or to fall deeply in love (losing oneself).
લોકપ્રિય થવું
builds onTo become popular.
