Signification
A person whom one knows well.
Contexte culturel
Friendship is often seen as a lifelong commitment. It is common for friends to hold hands or walk with arms around each other, regardless of gender, as a sign of platonic affection. In the Newar community of the Kathmandu Valley, friendship is celebrated through various 'Guthi' (social organizations) where 'Sāthī' work together for community service. The 'Rodi Ghar' was historically a place where young 'Sāthī' would gather to sing, dance, and find life partners. The 'Chiyā Pasal' (tea shop) is the modern hub for 'Sāthī' to discuss politics, sports, and life.
Gender Neutrality
Don't worry about the gender of your friend; 'Sāthī' works for everyone!
Honorifics
Even if someone is your 'Sāthī', if they are older, use 'Tapaīṃ' instead of 'Timi' to show respect.
Signification
A person whom one knows well.
Gender Neutrality
Don't worry about the gender of your friend; 'Sāthī' works for everyone!
Honorifics
Even if someone is your 'Sāthī', if they are older, use 'Tapaīṃ' instead of 'Timi' to show respect.
The 'Sāthī-bhāi' phrase
Use 'Sāthī-bhāi' to refer to your whole squad or group of close friends.
Tea is Key
If you want to be a good 'Sāthī', invite them for 'Chiyā' (tea)!
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'friend'.
म र राम धेरै राम्रो _______ हौं।
Since the sentence ends in 'hauṃ' (we are), 'Sāthī' is used to describe the relationship.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct plural usage:
Plural subject 'Sāthī-harū' requires the plural verb 'gae'.
Match the Nepali term with its English equivalent.
Match the following:
Basic vocabulary matching.
Complete the dialogue.
A: यो को हो? B: यो मेरो _______ हो।
The question asks 'Who is this?', so 'Sāthī' (friend) is the logical answer.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Friendship Levels
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesम र राम धेरै राम्रो _______ हौं।
Since the sentence ends in 'hauṃ' (we are), 'Sāthī' is used to describe the relationship.
Choose the correct plural usage:
Plural subject 'Sāthī-harū' requires the plural verb 'gae'.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
Basic vocabulary matching.
A: यो को हो? B: यो मेरो _______ हो।
The question asks 'Who is this?', so 'Sāthī' (friend) is the logical answer.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt is neutral. It's safe to use in almost any daily situation.
Yes, but 'Kethī Sāthī' (girl friend) is more specific. Usually, 'Sāthī' implies platonic.
It is 'Sāthī-harū' (साथीहरू).
You say 'Sabai-bhandā rāmro sāthī' (Best friend) or 'Milne sāthī' (Close friend).
Yes, but it's borrowed from Hindi/Urdu. 'Sāthī' is the native Nepali word.
No, that would be considered disrespectful. Use 'Sir' or 'Guruba'.
It means 'Life Partner' and is a common way to refer to a spouse.
'Mitra' is formal/literary; 'Sāthī' is for everyday life.
Hāmī sāthī hauṃ (हामी साथी हौं).
Yes, you can call a pet your 'Sāthī'.
Expressions liées
साथ दिनु
builds onTo support/stand by someone
मित्रता
similarFriendship
सहपाठी
specialized formClassmate
दौँतरी
similarAge-mate
दुश्मन
contrastEnemy
मितेरी
specialized formRitual friendship
