Signification
Feeling eager to eat something tasty
Contexte culturel
In Nepal, it is common to describe food as 'Mitho' (sweet) even if it is spicy or salty. This reflects a cultural mindset where 'sweetness' is the ultimate form of satisfaction. Newari feasts (Bhoye) are famous for having dozens of items. Guests often start 'sweetening their mouths' as soon as the 'Lapte' (leaf plate) is laid out. During Dashain, the sacrifice of goats is a major event. The anticipation of the 'Khasiko Masu' (goat meat) is the primary context for this idiom among many Nepalis. In villages, special food is rare. 'Mukha Mithyaunu' often carries a weight of genuine longing and a rare treat rather than just casual hunger.
Compliment the Cook
If someone is cooking for you, saying 'Ganda le nai mukha mithyaiyo' (The smell alone made my mouth water) is a huge compliment.
Not for Objects
Remember, never use this for a new phone, clothes, or money. It's only for things you put in your mouth!
Signification
Feeling eager to eat something tasty
Compliment the Cook
If someone is cooking for you, saying 'Ganda le nai mukha mithyaiyo' (The smell alone made my mouth water) is a huge compliment.
Not for Objects
Remember, never use this for a new phone, clothes, or money. It's only for things you put in your mouth!
Body Language
Often accompanied by a slight smile and a quick lick of the lips. It's a very expressive idiom.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the idiom.
मासुको बास्ना आउनासाथ भाइले ______ थाल्यो।
When the smell of meat comes, the brother starts 'sweetening his mouth' (anticipating food).
Which situation is appropriate for 'Mukha Mithyaunu'?
In which of these scenarios would you say 'Mukha Mithyaunu'?
This idiom is specifically for food anticipation.
Complete the dialogue.
A: आज बेलुका हामी रेस्टुरेन्ट जाँदैछौँ। B: आहा! म त ______।
The speaker is expressing excitement for the upcoming restaurant visit.
Match the phrase to the meaning.
Match 'मुख मिठ्याउनु' with its figurative meaning.
The idiom describes the anticipation of delicious food.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesमासुको बास्ना आउनासाथ भाइले ______ थाल्यो।
When the smell of meat comes, the brother starts 'sweetening his mouth' (anticipating food).
In which of these scenarios would you say 'Mukha Mithyaunu'?
This idiom is specifically for food anticipation.
A: आज बेलुका हामी रेस्टुरेन्ट जाँदैछौँ। B: आहा! म त ______।
The speaker is expressing excitement for the upcoming restaurant visit.
Match 'मुख मिठ्याउनु' with its figurative meaning.
The idiom describes the anticipation of delicious food.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNo, despite the word 'Mitho' (sweet), it applies to any delicious food, including spicy, salty, or savory dishes.
Yes, if it's a tasty drink like a mango shake or a special tea, you can use it.
Only if you are in a casual setting like a team lunch. In a formal office setting, it's too informal.
'Jibro Rasaunu' is more about the physical saliva, while 'Mukha Mithyaunu' is more about the mental excitement.
You say 'हामीले मुख मिठ्यायौँ' (Hamile mukha mithyayau).
Yes! It's about the appeal of the food, not necessarily your level of starvation.
Not directly, but you can say 'Mukha namithyau' to tell someone to stop being greedy.
Yes, in stories, novels, and informal articles, but not in formal news or academic papers.
Yes, it's very common for parents to say it to children or children to use it when they see treats.
Absolutely. Smelling food is one of the most common triggers for this phrase.
Expressions liées
जिब्रो रसाउनु
synonymTongue watering
लोभ लाग्नु
similarTo feel greedy/tempted
मिठो मान्नु
builds onTo find something tasty
अघाउनु
contrastTo be full/satisfied
