Signification
Creating a loud sound or disturbance
Contexte culturel
In Punjabi culture, 'Raula' is often associated with 'Raunak' (liveliness). A quiet wedding is considered boring; a 'Raula' filled wedding is a success. Villagers use 'Raula' to alert others of thieves or fire. It's a communal safety signal. Second-generation Punjabis often use 'Raula' to describe 'drama' or 'beef' between friends. Punjabi influencers use 'Raula' to describe viral controversies or trending hashtags.
The 'Paya' Rule
Always remember that in the past tense, it's 'paya' regardless of who made the noise. This is the #1 way to sound like a pro.
Don't use 'Karna'
Saying 'Raula karna' is the biggest giveaway that you are translating from English or Hindi.
Signification
Creating a loud sound or disturbance
The 'Paya' Rule
Always remember that in the past tense, it's 'paya' regardless of who made the noise. This is the #1 way to sound like a pro.
Don't use 'Karna'
Saying 'Raula karna' is the biggest giveaway that you are translating from English or Hindi.
Context Matters
In a Punjabi market, 'Raula' is normal. In a library, it's a crime. Adjust your level of annoyance accordingly!
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'pauna'.
ਬੱਚੇ ਕਲਾਸ ਵਿੱਚ ਬਹੁਤ ਰੌਲਾ ___ ਰਹੇ ਹਨ।
The correct collocation is 'Raula pauna'.
Which sentence correctly describes a past event?
Choose the correct past tense sentence:
In the past tense, 'pauna' becomes 'paya' to agree with the masculine noun 'Raula'.
Match the meaning of 'Raula' to the situation.
Situation: 'ਸਾਰੇ ਪਿੰਡ ਵਿੱਚ ਰੌਲਾ ਪੈ ਗਿਆ ਕਿ ਮੇਲਾ ਲੱਗ ਰਿਹਾ ਹੈ।' What does 'Raula' mean here?
When 'Raula' 'falls' (paina) in a village, it refers to news spreading.
Complete the dialogue.
A: ਗੁਆਂਢੀ ਬਹੁਤ ਉੱਚੀ ਗਾਣੇ ਵਜਾ ਰਹੇ ਹਨ। B: ਹਾਂ, ਉਹ ਹਮੇਸ਼ਾ ਇੰਨਾ ____।
Loud music is a classic context for 'Raula pauna'.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Raula vs. Raunak
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesਬੱਚੇ ਕਲਾਸ ਵਿੱਚ ਬਹੁਤ ਰੌਲਾ ___ ਰਹੇ ਹਨ।
The correct collocation is 'Raula pauna'.
Choose the correct past tense sentence:
In the past tense, 'pauna' becomes 'paya' to agree with the masculine noun 'Raula'.
Situation: 'ਸਾਰੇ ਪਿੰਡ ਵਿੱਚ ਰੌਲਾ ਪੈ ਗਿਆ ਕਿ ਮੇਲਾ ਲੱਗ ਰਿਹਾ ਹੈ।' What does 'Raula' mean here?
When 'Raula' 'falls' (paina) in a village, it refers to news spreading.
A: ਗੁਆਂਢੀ ਬਹੁਤ ਉੱਚੀ ਗਾਣੇ ਵਜਾ ਰਹੇ ਹਨ। B: ਹਾਂ, ਉਹ ਹਮੇਸ਼ਾ ਇੰਨਾ ____।
Loud music is a classic context for 'Raula pauna'.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsUsually, 'Raula' refers to continuous noise or a commotion. For a single bang, use 'Kharaka' (ਖੜਕਾ).
Not always. It can be neutral (describing a market) or even slightly positive in a celebratory context, though 'Raunak' is better for positive vibes.
You can say 'ਰੌਲਾ ਪਾਉਣਾ ਬੰਦ ਕਰੋ' (Raula pauna band karo).
'Shor' is the literal word for noise (Persian origin). 'Raula' is more colloquial and implies a disturbance or a scene.
It's a bit informal. Use 'Shor' or 'Vighan' (disturbance) if you want to be very professional.
It is masculine. This affects the verbs and adjectives around it.
It means 'a commotion broke out' or 'the news spread'.
Yes, if dogs are barking a lot, you can say 'Kutte raula pa rahe han'.
Yes, 'Khap' is the most common slang alternative.
As 'Asi raula pa rahe han' (Present) or 'Asi raula paya' (Past).
Expressions liées
ਸ਼ੋਰ ਮਚਾਉਣਾ
synonymTo make noise (more formal)
ਖਪ ਪਾਉਣੀ
similarTo create a chaotic disturbance
ਚੁੱਪ ਰਹਿਣਾ
contrastTo stay quiet
ਰੌਲਾ-ਰੱਪਾ
builds onHustle and bustle
ਗੌਂਲੂ ਪਾਉਣਾ
specialized formTo make a specific loud, annoying sound
