Signification
Providing a response.
Contexte culturel
In Marathi schools, 'उत्तर देणे' is often a competitive activity. Teachers encourage students by saying 'उत्तर द्या!' (Give the answer!). Being the first to answer is a sign of being a 'हुशार' (clever) student. The concept of 'उलट उत्तर' (talking back) is a significant part of moral upbringing. Children are taught to listen more and answer only when necessary and with respect. Writers like P.L. Deshpande used 'उत्तर देणे' in humorous ways, often highlighting the wit of common people in Mumbai and Pune through their sharp replies. In Maharashtra's vibrant political scene, 'उत्तर देणे' is used in the sense of a 'fitting challenge' or 'retaliation' to an opponent's speech.
Polite Answering
When answering an elder, start with 'हो' (Yes) or 'जी' (Ji) to show respect before giving the 'Uttar'.
The 'Ulat' Trap
Be careful using 'Ulat uttar'—it's a strong accusation of rudeness in Marathi culture.
Signification
Providing a response.
Polite Answering
When answering an elder, start with 'हो' (Yes) or 'जी' (Ji) to show respect before giving the 'Uttar'.
The 'Ulat' Trap
Be careful using 'Ulat uttar'—it's a strong accusation of rudeness in Marathi culture.
Exam Tip
In Marathi exams, always write 'उत्तर:' before starting your response to a question.
Puneri Wit
People from Pune are famous for their 'टोमणे' (sarcastic remarks) which are a special kind of 'Uttar'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of 'देणे' in the past tense.
विद्यार्थ्याने प्रश्नाचे उत्तर ______.
In the past tense, 'उत्तर' (neuter) requires the verb form 'दिले'.
Which sentence means 'Don't talk back'?
Choose the correct Marathi translation.
'Ulat' adds the meaning of 'back' or 'defiantly.'
Complete the dialogue.
A: तू माझा मेसेज वाचला का? B: हो, मी थोड्या वेळाने ______.
The context of reading a message implies giving a reply (उत्तर देणे).
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: A formal meeting where you need to respond to a query.
These are the appropriate formal/neutral ways to respond.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Uttar vs. Javab vs. Pratisad
Common Objects for Uttar Dene
Communication
- • पत्र (Letter)
- • मेसेज (Message)
- • ईमेल (Email)
Verbal
- • प्रश्न (Question)
- • हाक (Call/Shout)
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesविद्यार्थ्याने प्रश्नाचे उत्तर ______.
In the past tense, 'उत्तर' (neuter) requires the verb form 'दिले'.
Choose the correct Marathi translation.
'Ulat' adds the meaning of 'back' or 'defiantly.'
A: तू माझा मेसेज वाचला का? B: हो, मी थोड्या वेळाने ______.
The context of reading a message implies giving a reply (उत्तर देणे).
Situation: A formal meeting where you need to respond to a query.
These are the appropriate formal/neutral ways to respond.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
14 questionsYes, they both mean 'answer.' 'Uttar' is pure Marathi/Sanskrit, while 'Javab' is borrowed from Urdu. 'Uttar' is preferred in formal/school contexts.
You say 'माझ्याकडे उत्तर नाही' (Majhyakade uttar nahi).
Usually, for the door, we say 'दरवाजा उघडणे' (opening the door), but for a doorbell, you can say 'बेलला प्रतिसाद देणे'.
The plural is 'उत्तरे' (Uttare). Example: 'मी सर्व उत्तरे दिली' (I gave all the answers).
It's an ancient linguistic connection where the 'superior' direction (North/Himalayas) was linked to the 'final/superior' word in a debate.
To a friend, it's fine. To an elder, you must say 'उत्तर द्या' (Uttar dya).
You say 'मी तुझ्या उत्तराची वाट पाहत आहे.'
No, in Marathi, it's a noun. You must pair it with a verb like 'देणे' (to give) or 'मिळणे' (to get).
It's a formal 'reply to a reply' or a counter-argument.
You say 'उत्तर चुकीचे आहे' (Uttar chukiche aahe).
Yes, it is the standard term for a witness giving testimony.
The opposite is 'प्रश्न' (Prashna - Question).
Yes, 'फोनचे उत्तर देणे' is correct, though 'फोन उचलणे' (picking up the phone) is more common.
Slang often uses 'बोल' (speak) or 'सांग' (tell) instead of the full phrase.
Expressions liées
प्रतिसाद देणे
similarTo respond/react
जवाब देणे
synonymTo answer
उलट बोलणे
specialized formTo talk back
निरुत्तर करणे
builds onTo silence someone
प्रश्न विचारणे
contrastTo ask a question
