Signification
A shirt that was recently bought.
Contexte culturel
Buying a 'nava shirt' is a key part of the 'Diwali' tradition. Families visit shops like 'Dadkar' or 'Cotton King' to buy new clothes for the 'Pahat' (early morning) ritual. In villages, a 'nava shirt' is often associated with the 'Jatra' (village fair). It is a sign of respectability when visiting relatives in other villages. In many classic Marathi films, the hero wearing a 'nava shirt' for the first time signifies his transition from a boy to a man or his readiness for marriage. In cities like Pune and Mumbai, 'Nava shirt' is often discussed on 'Casual Fridays' or during office parties as a way to bond over fashion choices.
Use 'Navin' for safety
If you are confused about gender agreement, use 'Navin' instead of 'Nava'. It works for everything!
Gender Matters
Never say 'Navi Shirt'. It sounds very strange to native speakers as it feminizes the shirt.
Signification
A shirt that was recently bought.
Use 'Navin' for safety
If you are confused about gender agreement, use 'Navin' instead of 'Nava'. It works for everything!
Gender Matters
Never say 'Navi Shirt'. It sounds very strange to native speakers as it feminizes the shirt.
The 'Kora' trick
Add 'Kora' after 'Nava' to sound like a native who is really proud of their new purchase.
Complimenting
Always compliment a Marathi person if they wear a 'nava shirt'. It's a sign of good manners.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of 'new' (नवा/नवी/नवे).
माझ्याकडे दोन _______ शर्ट आहेत.
Since 'शर्ट' is plural here (दोन), the masculine plural form 'नवे' is used.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct sentence:
'शर्ट' is masculine singular, so it takes 'हा' (this) and 'नवा' (new).
Match the Marathi phrase with its English meaning.
Match the following:
Nava = New, Juna = Old, Swachha = Clean, Lal = Red.
Complete the dialogue.
A: तुझा शर्ट खूप छान आहे! B: धन्यवाद! हा _______ आहे.
In the context of a compliment, 'नवा शर्ट' is the most logical answer.
Which phrase would you use when shopping for a birthday gift?
Situation: Shopping for a birthday gift.
A new shirt is a very common and appropriate birthday gift.
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Aides visuelles
Gender Agreement for 'Nava'
Banque d exercices
5 exercicesमाझ्याकडे दोन _______ शर्ट आहेत.
Since 'शर्ट' is plural here (दोन), the masculine plural form 'नवे' is used.
Choose the correct sentence:
'शर्ट' is masculine singular, so it takes 'हा' (this) and 'नवा' (new).
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
Nava = New, Juna = Old, Swachha = Clean, Lal = Red.
A: तुझा शर्ट खूप छान आहे! B: धन्यवाद! हा _______ आहे.
In the context of a compliment, 'नवा शर्ट' is the most logical answer.
Situation: Shopping for a birthday gift.
A new shirt is a very common and appropriate birthday gift.
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Questions fréquentes
12 questionsIt is an English loanword that is now a permanent part of the Marathi language.
No, 'Car' is feminine in Marathi, so you would say 'Navi car'.
'Nava' changes with gender (Nava/Navi/Nave), while 'Navin' is invariant.
You say 'Mi nava shirt vikat ghet aahe'.
It is neutral. You can use it with friends or in a shop.
It means 'brand new' or 'crisp and unused'.
It symbolizes prosperity and a fresh start for the new year.
Technically yes, but 'Nava' usually implies it's never been used by anyone.
It becomes 'Nave shirt'.
The traditional word is 'Sadra', but it refers to a specific style of tunic.
No, 'Nau' means nine. 'Nava' means new.
It is a soft, slightly rolled 'r', similar to how Indians pronounce English.
Expressions liées
नवे कपडे
similarNew clothes
नवा कोरा
builds onBrand new / Crisp
जुना शर्ट
contrastOld shirt
पांढरा शर्ट
specialized formWhite shirt
शर्ट-पँट
similarShirt and pants
