Signification
Suggesting someone reconsider their decision.
Contexte culturel
In Maharashtrian families, decisions are often collective. Saying 'Punha vichar kara' is a way to invite other family members into the discussion. In Indian business culture, direct 'No' is often avoided. 'Punha vichar kara' serves as a polite 'No' or a 'Not yet'. The concept of 'Vichar' is central to the 'Prabodhan' (Enlightenment) era in Maharashtra, where social reformers asked people to rethink old traditions. In village councils (Gram Panchayat), this phrase is used to prevent impulsive feuds between families.
The 'Ekda' Trick
Add 'ekda' (once) to make it 'Punha ekda vichar kara'. It sounds much more natural and less like a command.
Watch the 'Kara'
Never use 'kar' with someone older than you, even if you are close. It can be seen as a sign of poor upbringing (un-sanskar).
Signification
Suggesting someone reconsider their decision.
The 'Ekda' Trick
Add 'ekda' (once) to make it 'Punha ekda vichar kara'. It sounds much more natural and less like a command.
Watch the 'Kara'
Never use 'kar' with someone older than you, even if you are close. It can be seen as a sign of poor upbringing (un-sanskar).
Softening Disagreement
In Marathi, direct disagreement is rude. Use 'Punha vichar करा' as a buffer before saying 'I don't agree'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the verb 'Karne'.
बाबा, कृपया तुमच्या निर्णयावर पुन्हा विचार ______.
Since the speaker is addressing 'Baba' (father), the formal/respectful form 'करा' (kara) must be used.
Which sentence is the most appropriate for a business meeting?
You want a client to reconsider a price.
'Punha vichar kara' is formal and polite, making it suitable for business.
Match the phrase to the situation.
1. 'पुन्हा विचार कर' | 2. 'पुन्हा विचार करा'
Informal 'kar' for brother, formal 'kara' for teacher.
Complete the dialogue.
A: मी ही नोकरी सोडतोय. B: अरे, एवढ्या लवकर? ________.
The context of leaving a job requires reconsideration, not eating, singing, or sleeping.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesबाबा, कृपया तुमच्या निर्णयावर पुन्हा विचार ______.
Since the speaker is addressing 'Baba' (father), the formal/respectful form 'करा' (kara) must be used.
You want a client to reconsider a price.
'Punha vichar kara' is formal and polite, making it suitable for business.
1. 'पुन्हा विचार कर' | 2. 'पुन्हा विचार करा'
Informal 'kar' for brother, formal 'kara' for teacher.
A: मी ही नोकरी सोडतोय. B: अरे, एवढ्या लवकर? ________.
The context of leaving a job requires reconsideration, not eating, singing, or sleeping.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questions'Punha' is more formal and used in writing. 'Parat' is very common in spoken, casual Marathi.
Yes, but always add 'Krupaya' (Please) and use the 'kara' form.
No, it specifically means 'reconsider a decision'. For 'think back/remember', use 'Aathvun paha'.
You say 'मी विचार करेन' (Mi vichar karen).
It can be. It's better to phrase it as a suggestion: 'तुम्ही पुन्हा विचार करू शकाल का?'
There isn't a direct opposite, but 'निर्णय पक्का करा' (Finalize the decision) is the functional opposite.
Yes, 'Punha vichar kar' is very common in WhatsApp chats between friends.
It is masculine. 'To vichar' (That thought).
It's a very formal version of 'reconsideration', usually used in legal or official contexts.
You would say 'पुन्हा विचार करू नका', but this is rarely used.
Expressions liées
विचार करा
builds onThink / Consider
फेरविचार
specialized formReview / Reconsideration
नक्की करा
contrastMake sure / Finalize
लक्ष द्या
similarPay attention
