Signification
Thanking someone specifically for their assistance.
Contexte culturel
In Nepal, verbalizing 'Thank you' is less common among family members. It is often replaced by a smile, a nod, or simply accepting the help as part of mutual duty. However, in cities, it is now standard. Using 'Sahayog' instead of 'Maddat' shows a higher level of education and professionalism. It implies a partnership rather than a one-sided favor. The word 'Dhanyabaad' has roots in the concept of being 'blessed.' By saying it, you are acknowledging the divine goodness in the person who helped you. In villages, people might use 'Hunchha' (It's okay/Good) or 'Ramro bhayo' (It became good) instead of the formal 'Dhanyabaad' to show gratitude.
Use with Honorifics
Always use 'Tapāīṅkō' (your - formal) before the phrase if you are speaking to someone older or in a higher position.
The Namaste Factor
A small Namaste gesture while saying this makes you sound 10x more fluent and respectful.
Signification
Thanking someone specifically for their assistance.
Use with Honorifics
Always use 'Tapāīṅkō' (your - formal) before the phrase if you are speaking to someone older or in a higher position.
The Namaste Factor
A small Namaste gesture while saying this makes you sound 10x more fluent and respectful.
Don't over-thank
In very close relationships, saying this too often can create a 'distance' between you and the other person.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase for 'Thank you for the help.'
सहयोगको _______ धन्यवाद।
'Lagi' is the postposition meaning 'for' in this context.
Which of these is the most formal way to thank a colleague?
Choose the best option:
This is the standard formal/professional expression.
Match the Nepali words with their English meanings.
Match the following:
All pairs are correctly matched.
Complete the dialogue between a tourist and a guide.
Tourist: बाटो देखाउनुभएकोमा ______। Guide: हस्, केही छैन।
The tourist is thanking the guide for showing the way.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesसहयोगको _______ धन्यवाद।
'Lagi' is the postposition meaning 'for' in this context.
Choose the best option:
This is the standard formal/professional expression.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
All pairs are correctly matched.
Tourist: बाटो देखाउनुभएकोमा ______। Guide: हस्, केही छैन।
The tourist is thanking the guide for showing the way.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
5 questionsYes, 'Sahayog' is more formal and implies 'cooperation,' while 'Maddat' is more common for 'direct help.'
Absolutely. It is very appropriate for a student-teacher relationship.
You can say 'Maddat ko lagi thanks hai' or just 'Dhanyabaad'.
It's a possessive marker. It links 'help' to the 'thanks'.
No, 'Sahayogko lagi dhanyabaad' is complete on its own, but adding 'Tapāīṅkō' makes it more personal.
Expressions liées
मद्दतको लागि धन्यवाद
synonymThank you for the help.
धेरै धेरै धन्यवाद
similarThank you very much.
आभारी छु
builds onI am grateful.
सहयोग गर्नुहोस्
contrastPlease help/cooperate.
