Signification
Expressing disbelief or questioning a situation.
Contexte culturel
In Maharashtra, this phrase is often accompanied by a specific hand gesture—palm facing up, fingers slightly curled, and a slight tilt of the head. In Pune, this phrase can be used sarcastically to point out someone's obvious mistake, implying 'How could you be so stupid?'. Mumbaikars often shorten it to 'He kasa kay?' because of the fast-paced nature of the city. Efficiency in speech is valued. In rural areas, the word 'shakya' might be replaced by 'होणार' (honar - happening). 'हे कसं होणार?' is more common in agricultural contexts.
The Eyebrow Raise
To sound like a native, raise your eyebrows slightly when saying 'kasa'. It adds the necessary emotional weight.
Avoid 'Kay'
Never say 'He kay shakya aahe'. It's the most common giveaway that you are translating from English.
Signification
Expressing disbelief or questioning a situation.
The Eyebrow Raise
To sound like a native, raise your eyebrows slightly when saying 'kasa'. It adds the necessary emotional weight.
Avoid 'Kay'
Never say 'He kay shakya aahe'. It's the most common giveaway that you are translating from English.
Rhetorical Use
Sometimes people use this phrase even when they know the answer, just to express that they find the situation unfair.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to complete the expression of disbelief.
हे ____ शक्य आहे?
'कसं' (kasa) means 'how', which is required to ask how something is possible.
Choose the most natural reaction to seeing a flying car.
A flying car! What do you say?
This is the standard expression for disbelief at an impossible sight.
Complete the dialogue between two friends.
A: मी लॉटरी जिंकलो! B: काय? ________
Winning the lottery is a surprising event that warrants this expression.
Match the phrase variation to the correct register.
1. हे कसं संभव आहे? 2. विषयच नाही!
'Sambhav' is formal/literary, while 'Vishayach nahi' is modern street slang.
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Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesहे ____ शक्य आहे?
'कसं' (kasa) means 'how', which is required to ask how something is possible.
A flying car! What do you say?
This is the standard expression for disbelief at an impossible sight.
A: मी लॉटरी जिंकलो! B: काय? ________
Winning the lottery is a surprising event that warrants this expression.
1. हे कसं संभव आहे? 2. विषयच नाही!
'Sambhav' is formal/literary, while 'Vishayach nahi' is modern street slang.
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Questions fréquentes
4 questionsYes, but it sounds like you are questioning their existence or their ability to do something. 'To (He) kasa shakya aahe?' means 'How is he possible?' (e.g., how can he be so talented?).
No, it is generally neutral. However, if said with a very aggressive tone, it can sound like you are accusing someone of lying.
'Shakya' is common and used everywhere. 'Sambhav' is more formal and often used in science or literature.
Yes, it becomes 'kashi'. For example: 'Hi kashi shakya aahe?' (How is she/this feminine thing possible?).
Expressions liées
हे कसं काय?
similarHow so?
अशक्य!
contrastImpossible!
असं कसं?
similarHow like this?
नवल आहे!
builds onIt's a wonder!
शक्यतो
specialized formMostly / Preferably
