Signification
Expressing positive feelings about something.
Contexte culturel
Saying 'Mala jevan aavadla' is essential etiquette. It acknowledges the 'Kashtha' (hard work) of the person who cooked. In movies, this phrase is often used to express the first spark of interest between characters without being too bold. Maharashtrians take great pride in classical music. Using this phrase at a concert (Mehfil) shows you are a 'Rasik' (connoisseur). In Pune's corporate culture, feedback is often direct but polite. This phrase is a safe way to start a review.
Agreement is Key
Always look at the object's gender before finishing the verb 'aavad-la/li/le'.
Don't use 'Mi'
Using 'Mi' instead of 'Mala' is the most common beginner mistake. Practice saying 'Mala' until it's automatic.
Signification
Expressing positive feelings about something.
Agreement is Key
Always look at the object's gender before finishing the verb 'aavad-la/li/le'.
Don't use 'Mi'
Using 'Mi' instead of 'Mala' is the most common beginner mistake. Practice saying 'Mala' until it's automatic.
Add 'Khup'
If you really liked something, always add 'khup' (a lot). It makes you sound more enthusiastic and natural.
Compliment the Cook
In a Marathi home, saying 'Mala jevan aavadla' is better than just saying 'Thank you'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of the pronoun.
____ (I) ते गाणं आवडलं.
The verb 'aavadne' always takes the dative subject 'Mala'.
Choose the correct verb ending for the feminine object 'साडी' (Saree).
मला ती साडी ____.
The verb must agree with the feminine gender of 'साडी'.
Complete the dialogue with the most natural response.
A: तुला हा सिनेमा कसा वाटला? B: ____
'Cinema' is masculine in Marathi, so 'aavadla' is the correct agreement.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You just finished a delicious meal at a friend's house.
'Jevan' means meal/food.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Verb Agreement
Banque d exercices
4 exercices____ (I) ते गाणं आवडलं.
The verb 'aavadne' always takes the dative subject 'Mala'.
मला ती साडी ____.
The verb must agree with the feminine gender of 'साडी'.
A: तुला हा सिनेमा कसा वाटला? B: ____
'Cinema' is masculine in Marathi, so 'aavadla' is the correct agreement.
You just finished a delicious meal at a friend's house.
'Jevan' means meal/food.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
14 questionsYes, but be careful. 'Mala to aavadla' means 'I liked him' (as a person). For romantic love, 'Mala tu aavadtos' is more common.
'Aavadla' is past tense (I liked it just now). 'Aavadte' is present tense (I like it in general).
Marathi uses a dative-subject for emotions. The feeling comes 'to' you.
It is neutral. You can use it with friends, family, and even in many professional settings.
Say 'मला ते आवडलं नाही' (Mala te aavadla nahi).
No. The verb only changes based on the object you like, not your own gender.
The verb becomes plural: 'मला त्या गोष्टी आवडल्या' (Mala tya goshti aavadlya).
Yes, 'मला सिनेमा आवडला' is very common.
In casual speech, you can just say 'आवडलं!' (Liked it!).
'Farch' means 'very much' or 'indeed'. It adds strong emphasis.
Absolutely. It's very common on WhatsApp and social media.
Say 'मला तुझी कल्पना आवडली'. Note that 'kalpana' (idea) is feminine.
Yes, it's a polite way to give positive feedback on a task or idea.
The root verb is 'आवडणे' (Aavadne).
Expressions liées
मला ते खूप आवडलं
specialized formI liked it a lot
मला ते पसंत आहे
synonymI approve of it / I like it
मला ते आवडत नाही
contrastI don't like it
मला त्याची सवय आहे
similarI am used to it
मला ते भावले
specialized formIt touched my heart
मला ते रुचले
specialized formIt appealed to my taste
