Signification
A polite farewell used in the evening before sleeping.
Contexte culturel
It is very common to use this with elders as a sign of respect before retiring. In cities, English 'Goodnight' is often mixed with Hindi. It is considered auspicious to end the day with positive words.
Timing is key
Only use this after sunset.
Not a greeting
Do not say this when you walk into a room.
Signification
A polite farewell used in the evening before sleeping.
Timing is key
Only use this after sunset.
Not a greeting
Do not say this when you walk into a room.
Politeness
It is a very polite way to end any conversation.
Teste-toi
When do you use 'Shubh Ratri'?
You are leaving a party at 11 PM. What do you say?
It is the correct farewell for the night.
Complete the sentence.
मैं सोने जा रहा हूँ, ____.
You are going to sleep.
Match the situation to the phrase.
Arriving at a dinner party at 8 PM.
You are arriving, not leaving.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Main chalta hoon.' B: '____.'
It is late, so Shubh Ratri is appropriate.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesYou are leaving a party at 11 PM. What do you say?
It is the correct farewell for the night.
मैं सोने जा रहा हूँ, ____.
You are going to sleep.
Arriving at a dinner party at 8 PM.
You are arriving, not leaving.
A: 'Main chalta hoon.' B: '____.'
It is late, so Shubh Ratri is appropriate.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
8 questionsNo, it is strictly for the night.
It is neutral and polite.
No, it is a verbal expression.
Yes, it is perfectly professional.
If it is dark, it is fine.
Yes, it is the direct equivalent.
Yes, it is very common in texts.
No, it stays the same.
Expressions liées
Meethe sapne
similarSweet dreams
Namaste
contrastHello/Goodbye
Phir milenge
similarSee you again
