Signification
Assistance provided without any charge.
Contexte culturel
The concept of 'Seva' is central to the Warkari sect. Providing 'mophat seva' to pilgrims (Warkaris) is considered a high spiritual honor. Small shopkeepers often use 'mophat seva' (like free home delivery) to build long-term relationships (loyalty) with local families. In cities like Pune and Mumbai, 'mophat' is often associated with government schemes or NGO health camps. The use of 'Mophat' (Persian) alongside 'Seva' (Sanskrit) shows the syncretic nature of the Marathi language.
Politeness First
When in doubt, always use 'Mophat' or 'Vinamulya'. They are never wrong, whereas 'Phukat' can be risky.
Don't over-pluralize
In Marathi, 'Seva' is often used in the singular even when referring to multiple instances of service.
Signification
Assistance provided without any charge.
Politeness First
When in doubt, always use 'Mophat' or 'Vinamulya'. They are never wrong, whereas 'Phukat' can be risky.
Don't over-pluralize
In Marathi, 'Seva' is often used in the singular even when referring to multiple instances of service.
Verb Pairing
Pair 'Mophat Seva' with 'पुरवणे' (puravane - to provide) to sound more like a native speaker in formal writing.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct word to complete the phrase.
हे रुग्णालय गरिबांसाठी ______ सेवा देते.
In the context of a hospital helping the poor, 'मोफत' (free) is the most logical choice.
Which of these is the most formal way to say 'Free Service'?
निवडा:
'विनामूल्य' is the highest register, often used in official documents.
Complete the dialogue between a customer and a shopkeeper.
ग्राहक: या टीव्हीची डिलिव्हरी कशी होईल? दुकानदार: काळजी करू नका, आम्ही ______ देतो.
Shopkeepers often offer 'free service' (delivery/installation) to close a sale.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: An NGO providing free books to children.
NGOs are the primary providers of 'mophat seva' in social contexts.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Formality Scale
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesहे रुग्णालय गरिबांसाठी ______ सेवा देते.
In the context of a hospital helping the poor, 'मोफत' (free) is the most logical choice.
निवडा:
'विनामूल्य' is the highest register, often used in official documents.
ग्राहक: या टीव्हीची डिलिव्हरी कशी होईल? दुकानदार: काळजी करू नका, आम्ही ______ देतो.
Shopkeepers often offer 'free service' (delivery/installation) to close a sale.
Situation: An NGO providing free books to children.
NGOs are the primary providers of 'mophat seva' in social contexts.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNot exactly. 'Freebie' usually refers to a product (Vastu), while 'Mophat Seva' refers to an action or service (labor).
Yes! You can say 'इथे मोफत वाय-फाय सेवा आहे'.
Yes, if you are talking about volunteering. But 'Vinamulya' would sound even more impressive.
The opposite is 'सशुल्क सेवा' (Sashulka Seva), meaning paid service.
'Phukat' is very common in street Marathi and movies. It's punchy but informal.
No, it is used for everything from customer service to military service to helping your parents.
You can say 'मी हे मोफत करत आहे' or 'मी ही मोफत सेवा देत आहे'.
No, don't call a person 'mophat'. It doesn't make sense. You can call a service or an item 'mophat'.
No, for discounts use 'सवलत' (Savlat). 'Mophat' means 100% free.
Yes, very frequently, especially in local news about community events.
Expressions liées
विनामूल्य
synonymPriceless or free of cost.
समाजसेवा
builds onSocial service.
सेवाभावी संस्था
specialized formCharitable organization.
सशुल्क सेवा
contrastPaid service.
