Signification
To be overcome with emotion.
Contexte culturel
During the 'Bidai' (farewell of the bride), it is culturally expected and very common for the family's 'gala bharne'. It is seen as a sign of deep love for the daughter. Saints often used the term 'Kantha datne' (a formal version) to describe their state when they think of God (Vitthal). It signifies spiritual ecstasy. In Marathi culture, if someone's 'gala bharun ala', others will usually give them a moment of silence or a glass of water. It's a recognized state of being 'too moved to talk'. Marathi 'Natak' (theatre) often has high emotional peaks where actors use this phrase to cue the audience into the character's internal struggle.
Use with 'Coming'
Always try to use 'भरून आला' (bharun ala) instead of just 'भरला' (bharla). It sounds much more natural to native ears.
Gender Matters
Since 'Gala' is masculine, the verb must be 'आला' (ala), even if the person feeling the emotion is a woman. 'तिचा गळा भरून आला' is correct.
Signification
To be overcome with emotion.
Use with 'Coming'
Always try to use 'भरून आला' (bharun ala) instead of just 'भरला' (bharla). It sounds much more natural to native ears.
Gender Matters
Since 'Gala' is masculine, the verb must be 'आला' (ala), even if the person feeling the emotion is a woman. 'तिचा गळा भरून आला' is correct.
The 'Silent' Usage
You can use this phrase to explain why you stopped talking suddenly in an emotional conversation.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the idiom.
मुलाचे यश पाहून आईचा गळा ______ आला.
The standard form of the idiom is 'भरून येणे'.
In which situation would you use 'गळा भरणे'?
Select the correct situation:
This idiom is for deep emotional moments like farewells.
Complete the dialogue.
अ: तू का गप्प आहेस? ब: त्या अनाथ मुलाची गोष्ट ऐकून माझा ______.
Hearing a sad story makes one's throat fill with emotion.
Which sentence is grammatically correct and uses the idiom properly?
Choose one:
This correctly uses the idiom for nostalgia and follows Marathi grammar rules.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Gala vs. Pot
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesमुलाचे यश पाहून आईचा गळा ______ आला.
The standard form of the idiom is 'भरून येणे'.
Select the correct situation:
This idiom is for deep emotional moments like farewells.
अ: तू का गप्प आहेस? ब: त्या अनाथ मुलाची गोष्ट ऐकून माझा ______.
Hearing a sad story makes one's throat fill with emotion.
Choose one:
This correctly uses the idiom for nostalgia and follows Marathi grammar rules.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes! If someone throws you a surprise party and you are moved to tears, you can say 'माझा गळा भरून आला'.
It might be a bit too personal for a standard business email, but it's perfect for a farewell message to a colleague.
'Gala' is the external/general neck and throat area, often used in idioms. 'Ghasa' is the internal throat, usually used for medical issues.
Not always, but it means you are very close to it. It's the stage of 'choking up'.
No, it's reserved for moments of high emotional impact.
Rarely. It's mostly found in books or very formal speeches. Stick to 'Gala bharne' for talking.
You would say 'माझा गळा भरून येत आहे'.
Usually no. For fear, Marathi uses 'घाबरणे' (ghabarne) or 'धडधडणे' (dhad-dhadne - heart thumping).
Yes, it is a standard Marathi idiom used across all dialects.
You would describe the object, e.g., 'माझ्या घशात काहीतरी अडकले आहे' (Something is stuck in my throat).
Expressions liées
गळा दाटणे
synonymThroat tightening with emotion.
डोळे पाणावणे
builds onEyes welling up with tears.
हुंदका येणे
builds onTo have a sob catch in one's throat.
गळा कापणे
contrastTo betray someone (literally: to cut the throat).
जीवात जीव येणे
similarTo feel relieved.
