Signification
Asking for someone's name in a formal way.
Contexte culturel
When someone gives their name, they will often include 'Singh' or 'Kaur'. It is polite to acknowledge the full name. People might ask for your father's name or village name immediately after your name to establish a connection. In cities like Chandigarh, young people might use English 'What is your name?' or a mix, but 'Tuhada' remains the standard for respect. In the UK or Canada, second-generation Punjabis might use this phrase to reconnect with their roots, often emphasizing the 'H' in 'Tuhada' more clearly than native speakers.
The 'Ji' Factor
Always add 'Ji' at the end if you want to sound like a native pro. 'Tuhada naam ki hai ji?'
Avoid 'Tu'
Never use 'Tera' with someone you want to impress or show respect to. It can sound aggressive.
Signification
Asking for someone's name in a formal way.
The 'Ji' Factor
Always add 'Ji' at the end if you want to sound like a native pro. 'Tuhada naam ki hai ji?'
Avoid 'Tu'
Never use 'Tera' with someone you want to impress or show respect to. It can sound aggressive.
Wait for the Greeting
In Punjab, it's better to say 'Sat Sri Akal' first and wait for a response before asking the name.
Gender Neutrality
The phrase itself is gender-neutral. You use the same words for men and women.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to make the phrase formal.
_______ ਨਾਮ ਕੀ ਹੈ?
'ਤੁਹਾਡਾ' is the formal version of 'your', which is required for a polite inquiry.
Which of these is the most polite way to ask an elder their name?
Select the best option:
Adding 'Shubh' and 'Ji' makes the phrase extremely respectful.
Complete the dialogue.
A: ਸਤਿ ਸ੍ਰੀ ਅਕਾਲ ਜੀ। B: ਸਤਿ ਸ੍ਰੀ ਅਕਾਲ। A: ___________? B: ਮੇਰਾ ਨਾਮ ਕੁਲਦੀਪ ਹੈ।
The response gives a name, so the question must be asking for the name.
Match the phrase to the person you are talking to.
1. ਤੇਰਾ ਨਾਮ ਕੀ ਹੈ? 2. ਤੁਹਾਡਾ ਨਾਮ ਕੀ ਹੈ?
'Tera' is informal (for children), 'Tuhada' is formal (for elders).
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Aides visuelles
Formal vs Informal
Banque d exercices
4 exercices_______ ਨਾਮ ਕੀ ਹੈ?
'ਤੁਹਾਡਾ' is the formal version of 'your', which is required for a polite inquiry.
Select the best option:
Adding 'Shubh' and 'Ji' makes the phrase extremely respectful.
A: ਸਤਿ ਸ੍ਰੀ ਅਕਾਲ ਜੀ। B: ਸਤਿ ਸ੍ਰੀ ਅਕਾਲ। A: ___________? B: ਮੇਰਾ ਨਾਮ ਕੁਲਦੀਪ ਹੈ।
The response gives a name, so the question must be asking for the name.
1. ਤੇਰਾ ਨਾਮ ਕੀ ਹੈ? 2. ਤੁਹਾਡਾ ਨਾਮ ਕੀ ਹੈ?
'Tera' is informal (for children), 'Tuhada' is formal (for elders).
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Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNo, in Punjabi, the plural 'Tuhada' is used for a single person to show respect (formal 'you').
Yes, but it's very informal and might sound like an interrogation. Better to use the full phrase.
That is their middle name/title. You can address them by their first name or full name.
Say 'Mera naam [Name] hai.'
It's never 'too much' to be polite, but it might sound a bit old-fashioned to younger people.
'Ki' means 'what'. 'Kihda' means 'whose'. Don't mix them up!
No, 'hai' stays the same regardless of the person's gender.
Very similar. In Hindi, it's 'Aapka naam kya hai?'. The structure is identical.
Yes, it's perfectly fine for texting.
Grammatical gender is often arbitrary; in Punjabi, 'Naam' just happens to be masculine.
Expressions liées
ਮੇਰਾ ਨਾਮ ... ਹੈ
builds onMy name is...
ਤੁਸੀਂ ਕਿੱਥੋਂ ਹੋ?
similarWhere are you from?
ਤੁਹਾਡਾ ਕੀ ਹਾਲ ਹੈ?
similarHow are you?
ਤੁਹਾਨੂੰ ਮਿਲ ਕੇ ਖੁਸ਼ੀ ਹੋਈ
builds onNice to meet you
ਤੁਹਾਡਾ ਪਿੰਡ ਕਿਹੜਾ ਹੈ?
specialized formWhich is your village?
