Signification
Stating one's role as a learner.
Contexte culturel
Education is considered 'the milk of a tigress' (विद्येविना मती गेली...), a famous quote by social reformer Jyotirao Phule. Being a student is seen as a noble pursuit. The 'Puneri' culture specifically prides itself on being the intellectual capital. Students here are often seen in 'Abhyasikas' (study halls) late into the night. During 'Saraswati Puja' (Vasant Panchami), students worship their books and pens, reaffirming their identity as 'Vidyarthi'. When you say 'I am a student' to an elder in Maharashtra, they will often respond with 'खूप शिक, मोठा हो' (Study a lot, become great).
Gender Matters
Always check the gender. Using 'Vidyarthi' as a female is a very common beginner mistake.
Avoid 'Ek'
Don't say 'Mī ek vidyārthī āhē'. It sounds like you are emphasizing that you are exactly ONE student and no more.
Signification
Stating one's role as a learner.
Gender Matters
Always check the gender. Using 'Vidyarthi' as a female is a very common beginner mistake.
Avoid 'Ek'
Don't say 'Mī ek vidyārthī āhē'. It sounds like you are emphasizing that you are exactly ONE student and no more.
Add your subject
To sound more natural, add your subject: 'Mī [Subject]-chā vidyārthī āhē'.
Respect
Saying this to elders often opens doors for helpful advice and mentorship.
Teste-toi
Choose the correct feminine form of the sentence.
If a girl wants to say 'I am a student', she should say:
The feminine form of 'विद्यार्थी' is 'विद्यार्थिनी' and the singular verb is 'आहे'.
Fill in the correct verb for the plural subject.
आम्ही विद्यार्थी _______.
'आम्ही' (We) always takes the verb 'आहोत'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: तू काय करतोस? B: मी पुण्यात _______ आहे.
In the context of 'What do you do?', 'विद्यार्थी' (student) is the most logical answer.
Match the sentence to the correct gender.
Match: 1. मी विद्यार्थी आहे. 2. मी विद्यार्थिनी आहे.
विद्यार्थी is masculine, विद्यार्थिनी is feminine.
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Aides visuelles
Gender Agreement
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesIf a girl wants to say 'I am a student', she should say:
The feminine form of 'विद्यार्थी' is 'विद्यार्थिनी' and the singular verb is 'आहे'.
आम्ही विद्यार्थी _______.
'आम्ही' (We) always takes the verb 'आहोत'.
A: तू काय करतोस? B: मी पुण्यात _______ आहे.
In the context of 'What do you do?', 'विद्यार्थी' (student) is the most logical answer.
Match: 1. मी विद्यार्थी आहे. 2. मी विद्यार्थिनी आहे.
विद्यार्थी is masculine, विद्यार्थिनी is feminine.
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Questions fréquentes
12 questionsYes, it is a general term for any student, regardless of age or level.
Absolutely! You can say 'Mī Marāṭhīchā vidyārthī āhē'.
The plural is 'Vidyarthini' (same), but the verb changes: 'Āmhī vidyārthinī āhot'.
In texting, people just say 'Student āhē'.
You say 'Mī sanshodhak (research) vidyārthī āhē'.
It is an aspirated 'th' (थ), produced with a puff of air.
Only in very formal or literary contexts. In daily life, it sounds outdated.
Technically yes, but in mixed groups, the masculine plural 'Vidyarthi' is used for everyone.
Mī vidyārthī hoto (M) / Mī vidyārthinī hote (F).
Yes, if you are currently studying while applying.
Shikshak (Teacher) or Guru.
Not really a slang word, but 'Shiktoy' is the casual equivalent.
Expressions liées
मी शिकत आहे
similarI am learning
माझं शिक्षण चालू आहे
similarMy education is ongoing
मी शिक्षक आहे
contrastI am a teacher
मी पदवीधर आहे
builds onI am a graduate
मी शिकाऊ आहे
specialized formI am a trainee
