Signification
Asking someone to come closer
Contexte culturel
Respect is shown through verb endings. Using 'aaunuhos' is a sign of good upbringing. Similar honorific systems exist in Hindi, making this easy for Hindi speakers to learn. Cultural overlap in the Himalayas emphasizes hospitality and welcoming gestures. In international settings, being polite is universal; this phrase is the perfect equivalent to 'Please come this way'.
The Honorific Rule
When in doubt, use '-hos'. It is never rude to be too polite in Nepali.
Gestures Matter
Use an open palm when gesturing 'yata'. Never point with one finger.
Signification
Asking someone to come closer
The Honorific Rule
When in doubt, use '-hos'. It is never rude to be too polite in Nepali.
Gestures Matter
Use an open palm when gesturing 'yata'. Never point with one finger.
Teste-toi
Which is the most polite way to ask someone to come to you?
Choose the correct phrase:
The '-होस्' suffix is the standard honorific marker.
Fill in the blank with the correct verb form.
कृपया _________। (Please come here.)
The context 'कृपया' (please) requires the formal verb form.
Match the situation to the correct phrase.
You are talking to a stranger. What do you say?
Strangers always require the honorific form.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesChoose the correct phrase:
The '-होस्' suffix is the standard honorific marker.
कृपया _________। (Please come here.)
The context 'कृपया' (please) requires the formal verb form.
You are talking to a stranger. What do you say?
Strangers always require the honorific form.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
3 questionsYes, it is perfectly polite and professional.
It's not rude, but it's unnecessary. You can use 'yata aau' instead.
Use a hand gesture to clarify.
Expressions liées
यहाँ आउनुहोस्
synonymCome here.
यता आऊ
contrastCome here (informal).
बस्नुहोस्
builds onPlease sit.
स्वागत छ
similarWelcome.
