Signification
Complimenting the taste of a meal.
Contexte culturel
It is customary to wait for the eldest person to start eating before you begin. Once you start, saying 'Mitho cha' is a sign that the meal has successfully begun. In Newari culture, feasts (Bhoye) are very elaborate. Complimenting the 'Aila' (traditional liquor) or specific meat dishes as 'Mitho' is a high honor to the host. In the mountains, offering tea (Su-Chiya) is the first act of hospitality. Saying 'Mitho cha' to the butter tea is essential, even if the salty taste is new to you! In modern cafes, young people often use the English word 'Yummy' or the slang 'Babal', but 'Mitho cha' remains the most respectful way to talk to older restaurant owners.
The 'Hai' Trick
Add 'hai' at the end ('Mitho cha hai!') to make it sound more friendly and seek agreement from others.
Don't be shy
Nepali hosts love hearing this phrase. Even if you are shy, saying it once will make the atmosphere much warmer.
Signification
Complimenting the taste of a meal.
The 'Hai' Trick
Add 'hai' at the end ('Mitho cha hai!') to make it sound more friendly and seek agreement from others.
Don't be shy
Nepali hosts love hearing this phrase. Even if you are shy, saying it once will make the atmosphere much warmer.
Watch the 'Cha'
If you are talking about a meal in the past, remember to change 'cha' to 'thiyo'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank to say 'The food is very tasty.'
खाना ______ मिठो छ।
'Dherai' means 'very' or 'a lot', which intensifies the compliment.
Which of these is the most natural way to compliment a cook in Nepal?
Select the best option:
'Khana mitho cha' is the standard and most natural compliment.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are drinking a very good cup of tea at a local shop.
'Chiya' means tea, and 'mitho' is used for drinks too.
Complete the dialogue.
Aama: 'Khana thapnu huncha?' (Will you have more food?) You: 'Nai bhayo, ______.'
Since you are finished and declining more, using the past tense 'thiyo' (was) or the present 'cha' (is) are both okay, but 'thiyo' implies you've finished your portion.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Things that can be 'Mitho'
Food & Drink
- • Khana (Food)
- • Chiya (Tea)
- • Phalphul (Fruit)
Abstract
- • Swar (Voice)
- • Sapana (Dream)
- • Samjhana (Memory)
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesखाना ______ मिठो छ।
'Dherai' means 'very' or 'a lot', which intensifies the compliment.
Select the best option:
'Khana mitho cha' is the standard and most natural compliment.
Situation: You are drinking a very good cup of tea at a local shop.
'Chiya' means tea, and 'mitho' is used for drinks too.
Aama: 'Khana thapnu huncha?' (Will you have more food?) You: 'Nai bhayo, ______.'
Since you are finished and declining more, using the past tense 'thiyo' (was) or the present 'cha' (is) are both okay, but 'thiyo' implies you've finished your portion.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
4 questionsYes, if the water is particularly refreshing or has a good mineral taste, you can say 'Pani mitho cha'.
Historically, for royalty, one might use 'Swadishtha' or 'Junar' (royal food) related terms, but 'Mitho' is perfectly respectful for any modern formal setting.
You can say 'Mitho छ तर अलि पिरो छ' (It's tasty but a bit spicy). This is a polite way to give feedback.
No, 'Mitho' is an adjective that remains the same regardless of whether you are talking about one momo or a whole feast.
Expressions liées
स्वादिष्ठ
synonymDelicious
नमिठो
contrastNot tasty / Bad tasting
अघाउनु
builds onTo be full/satisfied
चाख्नु
relatedTo taste
