Signification
Expressing a lack of motivation.
Contexte culturel
The 'Post-Dal Bhat' slump is a real cultural phenomenon. After a heavy meal of rice and lentils, it is socially acceptable to admit 'Alchī lāgyo' and take a short nap. On TikTok and Instagram, Nepali youth use this phrase with slow-motion videos or 'bed-rotting' trends, showing that the concept of laziness is becoming a shared humorous identity. While informal, in some close-knit Nepali offices, colleagues might say this to each other during a slow afternoon to suggest a tea break. Grandparents often use the word 'Alchī' to tease grandchildren who don't want to help in the kitchen or garden, often following it with a lecture on hard work.
The 'Lāī' Rule
Always remember that feelings in Nepali are 'experienced' by you. If you forget the '-lāī', the sentence will sound broken to a native speaker.
Cultural Sensitivity
Don't say this to your in-laws or elders unless you have a very close, joking relationship. It can be seen as a sign of a poor upbringing.
Signification
Expressing a lack of motivation.
The 'Lāī' Rule
Always remember that feelings in Nepali are 'experienced' by you. If you forget the '-lāī', the sentence will sound broken to a native speaker.
Cultural Sensitivity
Don't say this to your in-laws or elders unless you have a very close, joking relationship. It can be seen as a sign of a poor upbringing.
Add 'Yar'
Adding 'yar' (friend/man) at the end—'Alchī lāgyo yar'—makes you sound instantly more like a local.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct particle for the subject.
म___ अल्छी लाग्यो।
The dative particle '-lāī' is required for experiential feelings like laziness.
Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'I feel lazy to study'?
Choose the best option:
Option B correctly uses the dative 'malāī' and the verb 'lāgyo'.
Match the situation to the most appropriate response.
Your friend asks you to go for a run at 5 AM.
'Alchī lāgyo' is the perfect response for refusing early morning exercise.
Complete the dialogue.
A: किन काम नगरेको? (Why aren't you working?) B: _________।
Laziness is a common reason for not working.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesम___ अल्छी लाग्यो।
The dative particle '-lāī' is required for experiential feelings like laziness.
Choose the best option:
Option B correctly uses the dative 'malāī' and the verb 'lāgyo'.
Your friend asks you to go for a run at 5 AM.
'Alchī lāgyo' is the perfect response for refusing early morning exercise.
A: किन काम नगरेको? (Why aren't you working?) B: _________।
Laziness is a common reason for not working.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes! Just change the pronoun. 'Us-lāī alchī lāgyo' (He/She feels lazy).
Not exactly. 'Dikka lāgnu' is closer to bored/frustrated. 'Alchī' is specifically about the lack of will to act.
Use 'Ma alchī hū̃'. This describes your character, not just a temporary feeling.
No, it's a standard word. However, calling someone an 'Alchī' can be an insult.
The opposite is 'Mehnati' (hardworking) or having 'Jāṅgar' (energy).
Yes, 'Lāgyo' is already past tense, but it describes the current state. To say 'I was feeling lazy yesterday,' you would say 'Hijo malāī alchī lāgeko thiyo.'
This is the continuous form ('Laziness is sticking to me'). It's very common in casual speech.
It's better to use 'Alasya' or 'Nishkriyatā' (inactivity) in formal writing.
Yes, you can say 'Mero kukurलाई alchī lāgyo' (My dog feels lazy).
You can say 'Bolna alchī lāgyo'.
Expressions liées
थकाइ लाग्यो
similarI feel tired.
जाँगर चलेन
synonymMy energy didn't move.
मन छैन
similarI don't have the heart/desire.
अल्छी तिघ्रो स्वाँठो मुख
specialized formLazy thighs, greedy mouth.
