Signification
Asking for a lower price
Contexte culturel
Bargaining is seen as a social interaction. If you don't bargain, the vendor might actually think you are not interested in the product. In Mumbai, bargaining is fast. You say 'Swasta dya', they give a counter-offer, and you decide in seconds. In weekly village markets (Haat), bargaining often involves discussing the quality of the harvest. Younger generations use 'Swasta dya' less in shops but use it frequently when negotiating with auto-rickshaw drivers or local service providers.
The 'Na' Factor
Always add 'na' at the end ('Swasta dya na') to sound like a local. It turns a command into a friendly request.
Fixed Price Shops
Look for signs that say 'Ekach Bhav' (One Price). If you see this, don't try to bargain.
Signification
Asking for a lower price
The 'Na' Factor
Always add 'na' at the end ('Swasta dya na') to sound like a local. It turns a command into a friendly request.
Fixed Price Shops
Look for signs that say 'Ekach Bhav' (One Price). If you see this, don't try to bargain.
The Walk-Away
If they don't give it for 'Swasta', start walking away slowly. Often, they will call you back with a lower price!
Smile!
Bargaining in Maharashtra is a friendly sport. Keep it lighthearted and never get angry.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank to ask for a lower price politely.
काका, हे खूप महाग आहे, थोडे _______ द्या.
'Swasta' means cheap, which completes the request for a lower price.
Which of these is the most appropriate place to say 'Swasta dya'?
Where can you use this phrase?
Bargaining is expected and accepted in local markets, but not in branded stores or hospitals.
Complete the dialogue.
Vendor: 'ही पिशवी दोनशे रुपयांना आहे.' Learner: 'नाही, खूप जास्त आहे. _________.'
The learner is reacting to a high price, so 'Swasta dya' is the logical response.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Match 'स्वस्त द्या' with the correct intent.
The phrase is specifically used for price negotiation.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Price Spectrum
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesकाका, हे खूप महाग आहे, थोडे _______ द्या.
'Swasta' means cheap, which completes the request for a lower price.
Where can you use this phrase?
Bargaining is expected and accepted in local markets, but not in branded stores or hospitals.
Vendor: 'ही पिशवी दोनशे रुपयांना आहे.' Learner: 'नाही, खूप जास्त आहे. _________.'
The learner is reacting to a high price, so 'Swasta dya' is the logical response.
Match 'स्वस्त द्या' with the correct intent.
The phrase is specifically used for price negotiation.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNo, in local markets it is expected and considered a normal part of the transaction.
Yes, but only if he is not using the meter. If the meter is on, you must pay the meter price.
You can try 'Thode तरी कमी करा' (At least reduce a little) or move to another stall.
It is neutral. The use of 'dya' makes it respectful enough for strangers.
Usually, starting at 20-30% less than the quoted price is a good rule of thumb in street markets.
Yes, though in Mumbai you might also hear the Hindi 'Sasta karo'. 'Swasta dya' is the proper Marathi version.
For rent, 'Kami kara' is more common than 'Swasta dya'.
The opposite is 'Mahag' (Expensive).
Yes, 'Yogya lava' (Apply a fair price) is considered slightly more sophisticated.
It can, but in this context, it specifically refers to the price.
Expressions liées
कमी करा
synonymReduce (the price)
योग्य लावा
similarApply a fair price
सवलत द्या
formalGive a discount
फुकट
contrastFree of cost
महाग
contrastExpensive
