Signification
Informing that it's a non-working day.
Contexte culturel
In many government offices in Maharashtra, the fourth Saturday of every month is a holiday. This is often referred to as 'Chautha Shanivar'. When a holiday is declared unexpectedly (like for rain), it is called a 'Jahir Suti'. Children often celebrate this by making paper boats. During the 10 days of Ganeshotsav, many people take 'Suti' to host Lord Ganesha at home. It is the most significant period of leave in the state. In many rural parts of Maharashtra, 'Suti' doesn't mean rest for everyone; it's the day of the 'Athavadi Bazar' (Weekly Market) where villagers from all around gather.
The 'Mala' Rule
Always use 'Mala' (to me) when talking about your personal day off. 'Mala aaj suti aahe' is the most natural way to say 'I have a day off today'.
Spelling Variation
Don't be surprised if you see it spelled as 'सुट्टी' (double T). It's very common in informal texts, though 'सुटी' is the standard dictionary form.
Signification
Informing that it's a non-working day.
The 'Mala' Rule
Always use 'Mala' (to me) when talking about your personal day off. 'Mala aaj suti aahe' is the most natural way to say 'I have a day off today'.
Spelling Variation
Don't be surprised if you see it spelled as 'सुट्टी' (double T). It's very common in informal texts, though 'सुटी' is the standard dictionary form.
Adding Reasons
To sound more like a native, add the reason using '-मुळे' (due to). For example: 'सणामुळे सुटी आहे' (Holiday due to festival).
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct word for 'today'.
_______ सुटी आहे.
'Aaj' means today, which fits the context of the phrase.
How do you say 'I have a holiday' correctly?
Choose the correct sentence:
Marathi uses the dative case (mala) to express having a holiday.
Complete the dialogue between two friends.
A: उद्या तू कामावर जाणार आहेस का? B: नाही, उद्या _______.
The context 'No, I am not going to work' implies it is a holiday.
Match the situation to the correct Marathi phrase.
Situation: It is Sunday and you want to tell your friend why you are sleeping late.
This explains the reason (Sunday) for the holiday.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Suti vs. Raja
Banque d exercices
4 exercices_______ सुटी आहे.
'Aaj' means today, which fits the context of the phrase.
Choose the correct sentence:
Marathi uses the dative case (mala) to express having a holiday.
A: उद्या तू कामावर जाणार आहेस का? B: नाही, उद्या _______.
The context 'No, I am not going to work' implies it is a holiday.
Situation: It is Sunday and you want to tell your friend why you are sleeping late.
This explains the reason (Sunday) for the holiday.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNo, it can also mean a short break, like a lunch break ('Jevanachi suti') or a school recess.
It is feminine. That's why we say 'Suti aahe' and in the past tense 'Suti hoti'.
Yes, for a long vacation, you can say 'Lamba suti' or 'Suticha kalavadhi'.
'Suti' is a general holiday (like Sunday), while 'Raja' is formal leave you take from work.
You can say 'मी सुटीवर आहे' (Mi sutivar aahe).
It's better to use 'Mi aaj rajevar aahe' (I am on leave today) for a more professional tone.
It's an informal phonetic emphasis that has become widely accepted in casual writing.
It means 'to declare a holiday,' usually by a government authority.
You can ask, 'आज दुकानाला सुटी आहे का?' (Does the shop have a holiday today?)
Not in a political sense, but it can mean 'freedom from a task'.
Expressions liées
रजा
synonymLeave / Permission
विश्रांती
similarRest
सुटीचा आनंद
builds onThe joy of a holiday
अर्धी सुटी
specialized formHalf-day / Recess
