Signification
Being honest.
Contexte culturel
The phrase is often associated with 'Satyameva Jayate' (Truth alone triumphs), the national motto of India, which is widely respected in Maharashtra. In villages, 'खरं बोलणे' is linked to one's 'Zabaan' (word). Breaking a promise after saying you are telling the truth is a major social taboo. Saint Tukaram's poetry often emphasizes that truth is the only way to reach God, making 'Khara bolne' a spiritual act. In cities, 'To be honest' is often translated as 'खरं सांगायचं तर' at the start of sentences in corporate or social settings.
The Nasal Sound
Don't forget the dot (anusvara) on 'खरं'. It's not 'Khara', it's 'Khar-an' (soft nasal).
Gender Matters
If you are a woman, say 'बोलते' (bolte). If you are a man, say 'बोलतो' (bolto).
Signification
Being honest.
The Nasal Sound
Don't forget the dot (anusvara) on 'खरं'. It's not 'Khara', it's 'Khar-an' (soft nasal).
Gender Matters
If you are a woman, say 'बोलते' (bolte). If you are a man, say 'बोलतो' (bolto).
Starting a sentence
Start with 'खरं तर...' (Khara tar...) to mean 'Actually...' or 'To be honest...' in a conversation.
Politeness
If the truth is hurtful, Marathi speakers often use 'खरं सांगायचं तर' to soften the blow.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'bolne'.
मी नेहमी खरं ______.
'बोलतो' means 'speak', completing the phrase 'I always speak the truth'.
Which sentence means 'Speak the truth!' as a command?
Choose the correct imperative form:
'बोल' is the direct imperative form for 'you' (informal).
Complete the dialogue.
A: तू खोटं बोलतोयस का? B: नाही, मी ______ बोलतोय.
The opposite of 'खोटं' (lie) is 'खरं' (truth).
Match the phrase to the situation.
When you admit you forgot to do your homework:
Honesty is required when admitting a mistake.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesमी नेहमी खरं ______.
'बोलतो' means 'speak', completing the phrase 'I always speak the truth'.
Choose the correct imperative form:
'बोल' is the direct imperative form for 'you' (informal).
A: तू खोटं बोलतोयस का? B: नाही, मी ______ बोलतोय.
The opposite of 'खोटं' (lie) is 'खरं' (truth).
When you admit you forgot to do your homework:
Honesty is required when admitting a mistake.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
5 questionsIt is neutral. It works with friends and in most professional settings.
'Khara' is colloquial and common; 'Satya' is formal and philosophical.
No, for stories use 'Goshta sangne'. 'Khara bolne' is specifically for honesty.
Say 'Me khara boltoy' (masc) or 'Me khara bolte-y' (fem).
You can say 'Khara-khara sang' which means 'Tell me the real truth'.
Expressions liées
खोटं बोलणे
contrastTo tell a lie
सत्य सांगणे
similarTo tell the truth (formal)
प्रामाणिक राहणे
builds onTo stay honest
शपथ घेणे
specialized formTo take an oath
