Signification
The state of feeling joy.
Contexte culturel
Happiness is often expressed collectively. It is common to say 'We are happy' even if something good only happened to one family member. In the Kathmandu Valley, festivals (Jatras) are the peak of 'Khusi'. Being happy is seen as a way to please the gods. Hospitality is a source of great happiness. Making a guest 'khusi' with tea and food is a primary social goal. Social media has shifted 'Khusi' towards individual achievements, but the traditional values of sharing joy remain strong.
Use 'Bhaye' for reactions
If someone gives you good news, always say 'Ma khusi bhaye' (I became happy) rather than 'Ma khusi chhu'.
Honorifics Matter
Never use 'Khusi chha' for your parents or teachers. It sounds very rude. Use 'Hunuhunchha'.
Signification
The state of feeling joy.
Use 'Bhaye' for reactions
If someone gives you good news, always say 'Ma khusi bhaye' (I became happy) rather than 'Ma khusi chhu'.
Honorifics Matter
Never use 'Khusi chha' for your parents or teachers. It sounds very rude. Use 'Hunuhunchha'.
Intensify with 'Dherai'
To say you are 'very' happy, just add 'Dherai' before 'Khusi'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'hunu' for 'Ma' (I).
म आज धेरै खुसी ____।
'Ma' always takes 'chhu' in the present tense.
Which sentence is the most respectful way to say 'Father is happy'?
Choose the correct sentence:
'Hunuhunchha' is the high honorific form used for parents and elders.
Match the Nepali phrase with its English meaning.
Match the following:
These are the standard tense variations for the first person.
Complete the dialogue.
A: तिमीलाई उपहार कस्तो लाग्यो? B: धेरै राम्रो! म धेरै ____।
When reacting to a specific event like receiving a gift, 'bhaye' (became) is the most natural choice.
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Aides visuelles
Khusi vs Ramailo
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesम आज धेरै खुसी ____।
'Ma' always takes 'chhu' in the present tense.
Choose the correct sentence:
'Hunuhunchha' is the high honorific form used for parents and elders.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
These are the standard tense variations for the first person.
A: तिमीलाई उपहार कस्तो लाग्यो? B: धेरै राम्रो! म धेरै ____।
When reacting to a specific event like receiving a gift, 'bhaye' (became) is the most natural choice.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt functions as both. In 'Khusi hunu', it acts like an adjective describing your state.
Yes! You can say 'Mero kukur khusi chha' (My dog is happy).
'Khusi' is everyday happiness. 'Ananda' is a deeper, often spiritual bliss or extreme peace.
You say 'Ma tapaaiko laagi dherai khusi chhu'.
Yes, it's very common to say 'I am happy to work with you' (Tapaaisanga kaam garna paaudaa khusi chhu).
The word 'Khusi' itself doesn't change, but the verb 'hunu' changes based on the subject's gender (e.g., bhaye vs bhain).
The most common opposite is 'Dukhi' (sad).
No, 'Khusi' is only for the emotion. For 'please', use 'Kripaya'.
'Khusi lagyo' literally means 'Happiness felt'. It's another very common way to say 'I'm happy' or 'I'm glad'.
Yes, almost every romantic or upbeat Nepali song uses this word.
Expressions liées
रमाइलो गर्नु
similarTo have fun
सन्तुष्ट हुनु
similarTo be satisfied
दुखी हुनु
contrastTo be sad
दङ्ग पर्नु
specialized formTo be thrilled/surprised
