Signification
Asking someone to arrive soon.
Contexte culturel
Punctuality is flexible. Saying 'Chāṇḍai āunuhōs' is often interpreted as 'please try to be on time' rather than 'be here in 1 minute'. Due to heavy traffic, this phrase is often followed by 'बाटो कस्तो छ?' (How is the road?), showing empathy for the delay. In traditional Newari feasts (Bhoye), timing is crucial for the serving of specific courses. This phrase is used to ensure guests don't miss the 'Aila' (liquor) service. In modern offices, this phrase is used in emails and Slack messages to politely request attendance at a meeting.
The 'Hai' Factor
Adding 'hai' at the end (चाँडै आउनुहोस् है) makes the request sound much softer and friendlier.
Don't over-nasalize
The nasal sound in 'Chāṇḍai' is subtle. Don't make it sound like you have a cold!
Signification
Asking someone to arrive soon.
The 'Hai' Factor
Adding 'hai' at the end (चाँडै आउनुहोस् है) makes the request sound much softer and friendlier.
Don't over-nasalize
The nasal sound in 'Chāṇḍai' is subtle. Don't make it sound like you have a cold!
Use with 'Kripaya'
For extra politeness, start with 'Kripaya' (Please). 'Kripaya, चाँडै आउनुहोस्'.
Safety First
If someone is coming from a long distance, it's polite to say 'Bistarai āunuhōs' (Come slowly/safely) instead.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct polite form of 'to come'.
तपाईं घर चाँडै _______।
The phrase requires the high-honorific imperative '-nuhōs' to be polite.
Which phrase is most appropriate for a taxi driver?
Asking a driver to arrive soon:
'Chāṇḍai āunuhōs' is the standard polite way to address service workers.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are inviting your boss to a dinner that is starting.
Bosses require the high-honorific form.
Complete the dialogue.
A: खाना तयार भयो। B: हस्, म आउँदैछु। A: _________।
It's the natural way to encourage someone to hurry for a meal.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Honorific Levels of 'Come'
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesतपाईं घर चाँडै _______।
The phrase requires the high-honorific imperative '-nuhōs' to be polite.
Asking a driver to arrive soon:
'Chāṇḍai āunuhōs' is the standard polite way to address service workers.
Situation: You are inviting your boss to a dinner that is starting.
Bosses require the high-honorific form.
A: खाना तयार भयो। B: हस्, म आउँदैछु। A: _________।
It's the natural way to encourage someone to hurry for a meal.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes, 'Chāṇḍai' is the emphatic form. 'Chāṇḍo' means quick, 'Chāṇḍai' means 'very soon' or 'right away'.
Absolutely. It is the perfect level of respect for a teacher.
You can say 'सकेसम्म चाँडै आउनुहोस्' (Sakesamma chāṇḍai āunuhōs).
No, as long as you use the '-nuhōs' ending, it is polite.
You would say 'अहिले नआउनुहोस्' (Don't come now) or 'ढिलो आउनुहोस्' (Come late).
That is the Chandrabindu, indicating that the vowel is nasalized through the nose.
Yes, it is very common in SMS and Viber/WhatsApp messages in Nepal.
In Kathmandu, 'Chito' is used very frequently, but 'Chāṇḍai' is considered slightly more 'proper' for time.
Usually 'हस्' (Has - Okay) or 'हुन्छ' (Huncha - Okay/Will do).
No, 'āunuhōs' is gender-neutral.
Expressions liées
छिटो आउनुहोस्
synonymCome quickly
तुरुन्तै आउनुहोस्
specialized formCome immediately
बिस्तारै आउनुहोस्
contrastCome slowly / Take your time
चाँडै भेटौंला
similarSee you soon
ढिलो नगर्नुहोस्
builds onDon't be late
