Signification
Causing someone emotional pain.
Contexte culturel
In Nepal, hurting an elder's feelings is considered a significant moral failing. It is often said that the blessings of elders are necessary for success, and a 'hurt heart' blocks those blessings. In the Newar community of Kathmandu Valley, social harmony is maintained through elaborate feasts and rituals. 'Mana Dukhaunu' is often resolved during 'Mha Puja' (worship of the self), where one reflects on internal peace. Among the youth, the phrase is frequently used in 'breakup' songs and social media captions, often in a slightly melodramatic way. Nepali workplaces are hierarchical. A subordinate will rarely say 'I am angry' to a boss; they will use 'Mana Dukhaunu' to signal that the boss's tone was too harsh.
The Power of 'Mana'
If you want to sound more native, use 'Mana' for almost any emotional state. It's the Swiss Army knife of Nepali feelings.
Don't be too literal
If you say 'Mero mana dukhirahecha' to a doctor, they might be confused. Use it for emotional contexts only.
Signification
Causing someone emotional pain.
The Power of 'Mana'
If you want to sound more native, use 'Mana' for almost any emotional state. It's the Swiss Army knife of Nepali feelings.
Don't be too literal
If you say 'Mero mana dukhirahecha' to a doctor, they might be confused. Use it for emotional contexts only.
Apology Hack
Adding 'Naramrari' (badly) before 'Mana Dukhaunu' shows you really understand the depth of the hurt you caused.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the verb.
तिमीले मेरो _____ दुखायौ।
The idiom is 'Mana Dukhaunu'. 'Haat' (hand) or 'Ghar' (house) would not make sense in this figurative context.
Which sentence is a correct apology?
Choose the best way to say 'I am sorry I hurt your feelings' to an elder.
This uses the honorific 'Hajur' and includes a formal request for forgiveness ('Maaf paun').
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You forgot your best friend's birthday and they are crying.
Since you are the one who forgot the birthday, you are the agent causing the hurt.
Complete the dialogue.
A: तिमी किन रोएको? B: साथीले नराम्रो कुरा भनेर मेरो ________।
The context of crying (roeko) and 'bad things' (naramro kura) points to 'Mana Dukhaunu'.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesतिमीले मेरो _____ दुखायौ।
The idiom is 'Mana Dukhaunu'. 'Haat' (hand) or 'Ghar' (house) would not make sense in this figurative context.
Choose the best way to say 'I am sorry I hurt your feelings' to an elder.
This uses the honorific 'Hajur' and includes a formal request for forgiveness ('Maaf paun').
Situation: You forgot your best friend's birthday and they are crying.
Since you are the one who forgot the birthday, you are the agent causing the hurt.
A: तिमी किन रोएको? B: साथीले नराम्रो कुरा भनेर मेरो ________।
The context of crying (roeko) and 'bad things' (naramro kura) points to 'Mana Dukhaunu'.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNo, it is a descriptive phrase. However, accusing someone of it can be a serious matter depending on your tone.
Yes, you can say 'Mero mana dukhayo' (My heart was hurt) to express your own sadness.
'Mana' is more common and general. 'Chitta' is slightly more formal and refers to the deeper mind.
Say 'Maile man dukhauuna khojeko thiina' (I didn't intend to hurt your feelings).
Yes, but usually in a personal way between colleagues rather than in formal contracts.
No, for physical pain use the body part + 'dukhnu'.
'Mana Khusi Parnu' (To make the heart happy).
Yes, but use the honorific verb form 'Dukhaunubhayo'.
Because the 'heart' isn't literally aching; it's a metaphor for emotional distress.
Not necessarily. It mostly implies sadness and being offended.
Expressions liées
चित्त दुखाउनु
synonymTo hurt someone's inner mind/feelings.
मन फकाउनु
contrastTo soothe or persuade someone whose feelings are hurt.
मन दुख्नु
builds onTo feel sad/hurt.
मुटु फुट्नु
specialized formHeart breaking.
