Signification
Expressing dislike
Contexte culturel
In Indian Punjab, people are often very expressive. However, when being served food at someone's home, saying 'Mainu eh pasand nahi' can be seen as a slight to the cook. It's better to say you are full. In West Punjab (Pakistan), the Persian influence is even stronger. You might hear 'Pasand' used in more formal poetic contexts as well as daily life. In the diaspora, 'Mainu eh pasand nahi' is used very freely and directly, often mixed with English words. In villages, people might use 'ਚੰਗਾ ਨਹੀਂ ਲੱਗਦਾ' (changa nahi laggda) more frequently than 'pasand nahi'. It sounds more traditional.
Drop the 'Hai'
In daily conversation, you don't need to say 'hai' at the end. 'Mainu eh pasand nahi' is perfectly fine.
The 'Mainu' Rule
Never say 'Main eh pasand nahi'. It's the most common beginner mistake!
Signification
Expressing dislike
Drop the 'Hai'
In daily conversation, you don't need to say 'hai' at the end. 'Mainu eh pasand nahi' is perfectly fine.
The 'Mainu' Rule
Never say 'Main eh pasand nahi'. It's the most common beginner mistake!
Softening the Blow
If you want to be extra polite, add 'Ji' at the end: 'Mainu eh pasand nahi ji'.
Use 'Aiya'
If you just tried something (like a bite of food), say 'Mainu eh pasand nahi aiya' (I didn't like it).
Teste-toi
Choose the correct way to say 'I don't like this' in Punjabi.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
You must use 'Mainu' (to me) and 'nahi' (not) for a negative preference.
Fill in the blank with the correct word.
ਮੈਨੂੰ ਇਹ ਖਾਣਾ _______ ਨਹੀਂ।
'Pasand' is the standard word used in this specific sentence structure.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are at a shop and don't like a shirt. What do you say?
This is the most direct and appropriate way to express dislike for an item while shopping.
Complete the dialogue.
A: ਕੀ ਤੁਹਾਨੂੰ ਇਹ ਫ਼ਿਲਮ ਚੰਗੀ ਲੱਗੀ? B: ਨਹੀਂ, _______।
When talking about a completed experience like a movie, 'pasand nahi ai' (didn't like) is the most natural form.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Common things people 'Pasand Nahi'
Food
- • Karela
- • Tinda
- • Mirch
Weather
- • Garmi
- • Dhup
- • Meenh
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesWhich sentence is grammatically correct?
You must use 'Mainu' (to me) and 'nahi' (not) for a negative preference.
ਮੈਨੂੰ ਇਹ ਖਾਣਾ _______ ਨਹੀਂ।
'Pasand' is the standard word used in this specific sentence structure.
You are at a shop and don't like a shirt. What do you say?
This is the most direct and appropriate way to express dislike for an item while shopping.
A: ਕੀ ਤੁਹਾਨੂੰ ਇਹ ਫ਼ਿਲਮ ਚੰਗੀ ਲੱਗੀ? B: ਨਹੀਂ, _______।
When talking about a completed experience like a movie, 'pasand nahi ai' (didn't like) is the most natural form.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
14 questionsYes, but it's very direct. 'Mainu oh pasand nahi' means 'I don't like him/her.' Use it with caution.
No, 'pasand' is a noun/adjective. That's why we use it with 'hai' (is) or 'aiya' (came).
'Pasand nahi' is about personal taste. 'Changa nahi' is more about something not being 'good' or 'right'.
Add 'bilkul' (at all): 'Mainu eh bilkul pasand nahi.'
No, 'pasand' stays the same regardless of whether the object or the speaker is male or female.
Yes, it is identical in Punjabi spoken in Pakistan (written in Shahmukhi script).
Yes! 'Mainu nachna pasand nahi' (I don't like dancing).
The opposite is 'Mainu eh pasand hai' (I like this).
Because Punjabi uses a dative construction for feelings. It's like saying 'To me, this is not pleasing.'
No, it's expected! It helps them find something you *will* buy.
Use 'si' instead of 'hai': 'Mainu eh pasand nahi si.'
No, 'pasand' is 'like'. For 'love', use 'pyar'.
You can say 'Mainu eh thora pasand hai.'
Only if you are pointing at 'this'. If you name the object, replace 'eh' with the object name.
Expressions liées
ਮੈਨੂੰ ਇਹ ਪਸੰਦ ਹੈ
contrastI like this.
ਮੈਨੂੰ ਇਹ ਚੰਗਾ ਨਹੀਂ ਲੱਗਦਾ
synonymThis doesn't feel good to me.
ਮੈਨੂੰ ਨਫ਼ਰਤ ਹੈ
builds onI hate it.
ਮੇਰੀ ਪਸੰਦ
relatedMy choice/My taste.
