Signification
To finish something quickly or summarize it rapidly.
Contexte culturel
In these regions, 'Lapetnā' is part of the 'Launda' (youth) lexicon. It's often used with a sense of bravado. Mumbai 'Tapori' slang uses 'Lapet' to mean catching someone or tricking them. Even in semi-formal offices, 'Lapetnā' is used to describe the end-of-day rush. Literal use is very common here for saris and turbans, which are essential cultural attire.
The 'Dena' Rule
Always use 'Lapet dena' for tasks to sound 100% like a native speaker.
Watch the Tone
If you say 'Maine kaam lapet diya' to your boss, they might think you did a bad job.
Signification
To finish something quickly or summarize it rapidly.
The 'Dena' Rule
Always use 'Lapet dena' for tasks to sound 100% like a native speaker.
Watch the Tone
If you say 'Maine kaam lapet diya' to your boss, they might think you did a bad job.
The Liar's Context
If someone says 'Zyada mat lapet', they are calling you out in a funny, teasing way. Don't take it too seriously!
Teste-toi
Choose the most natural slang usage for finishing a meal.
भूख बहुत थी, इसलिए उसने सारा खाना __________।
The compound verb 'lapet diyā' (or 'lapet liyā') is the standard way to express completion in slang.
Fill in the blank to tell someone not to lie.
अबे चल, ज़्यादा मत __________!
In casual 'Tu' imperative, 'lapet' is used.
Match the sentence to the context.
Sentence: 'बस ये फाइल लपेट लूँ।'
Filing is a typical office task.
Complete the dialogue.
A: क्या तुम मेरे साथ बाज़ार चलोगे? B: हाँ, बस ये होमवर्क __________ फिर चलते हैं।
'Lapet lūn' (Let me wrap up) fits the first-person future intention.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
The 3 Faces of Lapetnā
Literal
- • Wrapping a gift
- • Draping a Sari
- • Bandaging a wound
Speed
- • Finishing work
- • Eating fast
- • Ending a call
Social
- • Exaggerating
- • Spinning a yarn
- • Tricking someone
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesभूख बहुत थी, इसलिए उसने सारा खाना __________।
The compound verb 'lapet diyā' (or 'lapet liyā') is the standard way to express completion in slang.
अबे चल, ज़्यादा मत __________!
In casual 'Tu' imperative, 'lapet' is used.
Sentence: 'बस ये फाइल लपेट लूँ।'
Filing is a typical office task.
A: क्या तुम मेरे साथ बाज़ार चलोगे? B: हाँ, बस ये होमवर्क __________ फिर चलते हैं।
'Lapet lūn' (Let me wrap up) fits the first-person future intention.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNot necessarily, but it is very informal. It's like saying 'knock it off' or 'wrap it up' in English. Use it with peers.
Yes, 'Usko lapet lo' can mean 'bring him into the fold' or 'trick him', depending on context.
Khatam karnā is neutral 'to finish'. Lapetnā implies speed, slang, or wrapping.
Yes, that is the most common literal use. 'Sari lapetnā' is perfectly standard.
Hindi speakers in the South will understand it, but it's much more common in the North (Hindi heartland).
No, only when someone is telling a story. If you're talking about work, it means finishing it.
In a literal sense, 'Kholnā' (to open/unwrap). In a task sense, 'Phailānā' (to spread out/make a mess).
No, it's not a swear word. It's just very casual street language.
Main tohfa lapet raha hoon.
Yes! 'Meeting lapet-te hain' is a very common office phrase.
Expressions liées
निपटाना
similarTo settle or finish a task.
समेटना
similarTo gather or pack up.
फेंकना
synonymTo throw / To lie.
खल्लास करना
specialized formTo finish off completely.
पट्टी पढ़ाना
similarTo brainwash or mislead.
