Signification
Asking for instructions on using an item.
Contexte culturel
In cities like Mumbai and Pune, people are tech-savvy but often ask this phrase to initiate a conversation or to ensure they aren't missing any 'pro' features of a gadget. In rural areas, this phrase is a vital tool for social learning. Knowledge is shared openly, and asking for help is a way of building community bonds. Traditional tools like the 'Vili' (vegetable slicer) or 'Pata' (grinding stone) have specific techniques. Using this phrase shows respect for the traditional way of cooking. With the rise of UPI and digital apps, 'हे कसं वापरतात?' is the most common phrase heard at local 'Kirana' (grocery) stores as people help each other with digital payments.
The 'Pointing' Rule
If you don't know the name of the object, just point and say 'He kasa vapartat?'. It's the most efficient way to learn.
Nasalization Matters
Make sure to nasalize the end of 'कसं' (kasã). If you say 'kasa', it sounds like you're starting a different sentence.
Signification
Asking for instructions on using an item.
The 'Pointing' Rule
If you don't know the name of the object, just point and say 'He kasa vapartat?'. It's the most efficient way to learn.
Nasalization Matters
Make sure to nasalize the end of 'कसं' (kasã). If you say 'kasa', it sounds like you're starting a different sentence.
Add 'जरा'
Add 'जरा' (jara - a little/please) to sound more polite: 'हे जरा कसं वापरतात?'
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to ask how to use the computer.
संगणक (Computer) ______ वापरतात?
'कसं' (kasa) means 'how', which is necessary for asking about usage.
Which of these is the most natural way to ask a shopkeeper how to use a new gadget?
Choose the best option:
This is the standard, polite, and natural way to ask for instructions.
Complete the dialogue.
A: हा नवीन कॅमेरा खूप छान आहे! B: हो, पण मला ______.
The context implies the speaker doesn't know how to operate the nice camera.
Match the Marathi phrase with its English meaning.
Match the following:
Matching the 'how' (kasa) with 'usage' (vapartat).
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesसंगणक (Computer) ______ वापरतात?
'कसं' (kasa) means 'how', which is necessary for asking about usage.
Choose the best option:
This is the standard, polite, and natural way to ask for instructions.
A: हा नवीन कॅमेरा खूप छान आहे! B: हो, पण मला ______.
The context implies the speaker doesn't know how to operate the nice camera.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
Matching the 'how' (kasa) with 'usage' (vapartat).
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
5 questionsYes, it is neutral. However, adding 'तुम्ही' (you) or 'जरा' (please) makes it better: 'तुम्ही हे कसं वापरतात ते सांगाल का?'
No, that would be very rude. It's only for objects, tools, or words.
'Kasa' is informal/neutral; 'Kase' is formal/written.
You usually start with 'हे बघा...' (Look here...) and then demonstrate the action.
No, 'vapartat' is the third-person plural form and does not change based on the speaker's gender.
Expressions liées
हे काय आहे?
similarWhat is this?
हे कशासाठी आहे?
similarWhat is this for?
मला मदत करा
builds onHelp me
हे चालू कसं करतात?
specialized formHow do you turn this on?
याचा उपयोग काय?
synonymWhat is the use of this?
