Signification
Common way to show gratitude.
Contexte culturel
At a Supra, a simple 'Madloba' is often not enough. The Tamada (toastmaster) will offer elaborate toasts of gratitude to ancestors, hosts, and God. When you say 'Madloba' for a meal, a Georgian host might say 'Shegergot' (May it do you good/May you digest it well). Because the word comes from 'Grace', many older Georgians still associate it with a blessing. It's common to hear 'Gmadlobelt var' (I am grateful) in more spiritual contexts. In traditional markets (Bazari), saying 'Madloba' after a long negotiation is a sign of respect and closure of the deal.
The Magic Word
If you only learn one word in Georgian, make it 'Madloba'. It opens hearts and doors.
Don't be too formal
Using 'Gmadlobt' with your best friend might make them think you are being sarcastic or distant.
Signification
Common way to show gratitude.
The Magic Word
If you only learn one word in Georgian, make it 'Madloba'. It opens hearts and doors.
Don't be too formal
Using 'Gmadlobt' with your best friend might make them think you are being sarcastic or distant.
The Response
Always be ready for 'Arapris' (You're welcome). It literally means 'for nothing'.
Eye Contact
When saying 'Madloba', making brief eye contact is seen as sincere and polite.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank to say 'Big thank you'.
____ მადლობა.
'Didi' means big, and 'Didi madloba' is the standard way to say 'Thank you very much'.
Which word is the most formal way to say thank you?
Select the formal form:
'Gmadlobt' is the formal/plural verb form of gratitude.
Match the situation to the correct phrase.
You are declining a second cup of coffee politely.
'Ara, madloba' means 'No, thank you'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: ინებეთ თქვენი ყავა. B: ________.
When someone gives you coffee, the natural response is 'Madloba'.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Madloba vs Gmadlobt
Banque d exercices
4 exercices____ მადლობა.
'Didi' means big, and 'Didi madloba' is the standard way to say 'Thank you very much'.
Select the formal form:
'Gmadlobt' is the formal/plural verb form of gratitude.
You are declining a second cup of coffee politely.
'Ara, madloba' means 'No, thank you'.
A: ინებეთ თქვენი ყავა. B: ________.
When someone gives you coffee, the natural response is 'Madloba'.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt is neutral and can be used in almost any situation.
Use 'Didi madloba' (დიდი მადლობა).
'Madloba' is a neutral noun/interjection. 'Gmadlobt' is a formal verb form.
The most common response is 'Arapris' (არაფრის).
Yes, it is very common to end an email with 'Madloba' or 'Gmadlobt'.
No, Georgian is a gender-neutral language. 'Madloba' is the same for everyone.
Young people sometimes say 'Madlob' or use English 'Thanks' in texting, but 'Madloba' is never out of style.
Say 'Ara, madloba'.
'Gaisharet' is a warmer, more traditional blessing meaning 'be joyful'.
Yes, Megrelian uses 'Madloba' or 'Gmadlobt' similarly, though they have their own forms like 'Dziri dadi'.
Expressions liées
არაფრის
similarYou're welcome / It's nothing
გმადლობთ
specialized formThank you (formal)
დიდი მადლობა
builds onThank you very much
გაიხარეთ
similarBe joyful / Bless you
მადლიერი ვარ
builds onI am grateful
