Signification
Informal way to address a friend
Contexte culturel
In the urban centers of Kathmandu, 'Yaar' is used by almost everyone under 40. For Nepalis living abroad, 'Yaar' is a way to stay connected to their roots and identify other Nepalis. University students use 'Yaar' constantly to build camaraderie. On Facebook and Instagram, 'Yaar' is the standard way to comment on friends' posts.
Context is King
Always check who you are talking to before using Yaar.
Avoid with Elders
Using Yaar with elders is a major social faux pas.
Signification
Informal way to address a friend
Context is King
Always check who you are talking to before using Yaar.
Avoid with Elders
Using Yaar with elders is a major social faux pas.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct word.
____, आज के छ?
Yaar is the correct informal address for a friend.
Choose the most appropriate response.
Which of these is appropriate to say to your boss?
Never use slang with a boss.
Match the term to its register.
Match the greeting to its formality.
Understanding register is key to speaking Nepali.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercices____, आज के छ?
Yaar is the correct informal address for a friend.
Which of these is appropriate to say to your boss?
Never use slang with a boss.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
Understanding register is key to speaking Nepali.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
2 questionsNo, absolutely not. It is disrespectful.
No, it is used for both males and females.
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