Signification
Eating the first meal of day.
Contexte culturel
The 'Kanda Poha' ritual is a famous part of arranged marriages in Maharashtra. Serving Poha is the ice-breaker for the two families. In cities like Mumbai and Pune, 'Misal Pav' is a competitive breakfast item. People travel long distances to famous 'Misal' spots. Older generations might use the word 'Nyāhārī' instead of 'Nāshtā'. It sounds more rustic and traditional. It is considered impolite to let a guest leave without offering them at least a small 'Nāshtā' and tea.
The 'Done' Rule
In Marathi, you don't 'have' breakfast, you 'do' it. Remember: Nāshtā + Karaṇe.
Hospitality First
If someone offers you 'Nāshtā', it's polite to take at least a little bit, even if you aren't hungry.
Signification
Eating the first meal of day.
The 'Done' Rule
In Marathi, you don't 'have' breakfast, you 'do' it. Remember: Nāshtā + Karaṇe.
Hospitality First
If someone offers you 'Nāshtā', it's polite to take at least a little bit, even if you aren't hungry.
Gender Matters
Nāshtā is masculine. Always say 'Nāshtā kelā', never 'kelī' or 'kelē'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'karaṇe' in the past tense.
मी सकाळी पोहे नाश्ता ______.
Since 'Nāshtā' is masculine singular, the past tense form is 'kelā'.
Which sentence is the most natural way to ask a friend if they've had breakfast?
Choose the correct sentence:
'Nāshtā jhālā kā?' (Is your breakfast done?) is the most idiomatic way to ask.
Complete the dialogue between a mother and son.
आई: अरे राहुल, लवकर ये! ______ तयार आहे. राहुल: हो आई, आलोच!
In the morning, the mother would be calling him for breakfast.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
Phrase: 'थोडातरी नाश्ता करा!'
This is a standard way to offer hospitality to a guest.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Common Marathi Breakfast Items
Dishes
- • पोहे (Poha)
- • उपमा (Upma)
- • मिसळ (Misal)
- • थालीपीठ (Thalipeeth)
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesमी सकाळी पोहे नाश्ता ______.
Since 'Nāshtā' is masculine singular, the past tense form is 'kelā'.
Choose the correct sentence:
'Nāshtā jhālā kā?' (Is your breakfast done?) is the most idiomatic way to ask.
आई: अरे राहुल, लवकर ये! ______ तयार आहे. राहुल: हो आई, आलोच!
In the morning, the mother would be calling him for breakfast.
Phrase: 'थोडातरी नाश्ता करा!'
This is a standard way to offer hospitality to a guest.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes, it is understood and sometimes used, but 'Nāshtā karaṇe' is much more idiomatic and common.
Yes, especially when offering food to guests, 'Nāshtā' can refer to any light snack.
Nāshtā is the common modern word; Nyāhārī is traditional and slightly more formal/rural.
It is masculine. (To Nāshtā).
Mī nāshtā karat āhe.
Poha, Upma, Misal Pav, Sabudana Khichdi, and Thalipeeth.
Marathi doesn't have a specific word for brunch, so people usually say 'Ushira kelēlā nāshtā' (late breakfast).
Rarely. It's mostly seen on signs or formal menus.
Yes, in urban areas, omelets and boiled eggs are common, but traditional dishes are still more popular.
Nāshtālā kāy āhe?
Expressions liées
जेवण करणे
similarTo have a full meal (lunch/dinner)
न्याहारी करणे
synonymTo have breakfast (traditional)
अल्पोपहार
specialized formLight refreshments
चहा-पाणी
similarTea and snacks
पोटभर खाणे
builds onTo eat to one's fill
