Signification
Asking someone to stop talking.
Contexte culturel
In traditional Kerala classrooms, 'മിണ്ടാതിരിക്കൂ' is the most common phrase used by teachers to maintain discipline. Elders often use this to children to teach them the value of listening over speaking. In modern offices, it is rarely used directly; instead, people use 'Please be quiet' in English or softer Malayalam phrases.
Tone is key
Always use a calm tone to avoid sounding aggressive.
Respect elders
Avoid using this command with people older than you.
Signification
Asking someone to stop talking.
Tone is key
Always use a calm tone to avoid sounding aggressive.
Respect elders
Avoid using this command with people older than you.
Teste-toi
Choose the most polite way to ask for silence.
Which is the best way to ask a stranger to be quiet?
It is the standard polite imperative.
Fill in the blank.
ക്ലാസ്സിൽ എല്ലാവരും ______.
The sentence requires an imperative verb.
Match the register.
Match: 1. Formal, 2. Informal
Formal uses 'നിശബ്ദത', informal uses 'മിണ്ടാതിരിക്ക്'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'I am trying to study.' B: '______.'
The context implies a request for silence.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesWhich is the best way to ask a stranger to be quiet?
It is the standard polite imperative.
ക്ലാസ്സിൽ എല്ലാവരും ______.
The sentence requires an imperative verb.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
Formal uses 'നിശബ്ദത', informal uses 'മിണ്ടാതിരിക്ക്'.
A: 'I am trying to study.' B: '______.'
The context implies a request for silence.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
3 questionsIt depends on your tone. Softly, it is a request. Loudly, it is a command.
No, it is better to use 'ദയവായി നിശബ്ദത പാലിക്കാമോ?'
'മിണ്ടാതിരിക്കൂ' is a request for silence; 'മിണ്ടരുത്' is a prohibition.
Expressions liées
ശബ്ദം കുറയ്ക്കൂ
similarLower the volume
നിശബ്ദത പാലിക്കുക
formalMaintain silence
വാ അടയ്ക്ക്
contrastShut your mouth
