Signification
Being honest in speech.
Contexte culturel
In Sikhism, 'Sacch' is one of the five primary virtues. Speaking the truth is considered a form of meditation and a way to connect with the Creator. In rural Punjab, a person's word is their bond. 'Sacch bolna' is tied to the concept of 'Zabaan' (one's word/honor). Breaking a promise is seen as failing to speak the truth. In cities like Chandigarh or Ludhiana, 'Sacch bolna' is often used in a 'brutally honest' way in social circles, similar to 'keeping it real' in Western culture. In the UK, Canada, and Australia, the phrase is often used by parents to keep children connected to traditional values while navigating a multicultural environment.
Use it as a preface
Start a difficult sentence with 'Sacch bolan taan...' (If I speak the truth...) to soften the blow of a critique.
Retroflex 'N'
Make sure to use the retroflex 'ṇ' in 'Bolna'. Using a dental 'n' sounds like a foreign accent.
Signification
Being honest in speech.
Use it as a preface
Start a difficult sentence with 'Sacch bolan taan...' (If I speak the truth...) to soften the blow of a critique.
Retroflex 'N'
Make sure to use the retroflex 'ṇ' in 'Bolna'. Using a dental 'n' sounds like a foreign accent.
Emphasize with 'Sacchon'
Use 'Sacchon-sacch' when you want to sound 100% sincere and transparent.
Religious context
Be aware that using this in a Gurdwara carries much more weight than in a cafe.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'bolna' in the present tense for 'I' (masculine).
ਮੈਂ ਹਮੇਸ਼ਾ ਸੱਚ ______ ਹਾਂ।
'ਬੋਲਦਾ' is the masculine singular present form.
Which sentence means 'We should speak the truth'?
Choose the correct translation:
'ਚਾਹੀਦਾ ਹੈ' expresses 'should' or obligation.
Match the phrase to the most likely situation.
Situation: A witness in a courtroom.
This is the formal oath used in legal settings.
Complete the dialogue between two friends.
A: ਕੀ ਤੂੰ ਮੇਰੇ ਪੈਸੇ ਵਾਪਸ ਕਰੇਂਗਾ? B: ______, ਮੇਰੇ ਕੋਲ ਅਜੇ ਪੈਸੇ ਨਹੀਂ ਹਨ।
'ਸੱਚ ਬੋਲਾਂ' (Shall I speak the truth?) fits the context of admitting a difficult reality.
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Aides visuelles
Bolna vs. Dasna
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesਮੈਂ ਹਮੇਸ਼ਾ ਸੱਚ ______ ਹਾਂ।
'ਬੋਲਦਾ' is the masculine singular present form.
Choose the correct translation:
'ਚਾਹੀਦਾ ਹੈ' expresses 'should' or obligation.
Situation: A witness in a courtroom.
This is the formal oath used in legal settings.
A: ਕੀ ਤੂੰ ਮੇਰੇ ਪੈਸੇ ਵਾਪਸ ਕਰੇਂਗਾ? B: ______, ਮੇਰੇ ਕੋਲ ਅਜੇ ਪੈਸੇ ਨਹੀਂ ਹਨ।
'ਸੱਚ ਬੋਲਾਂ' (Shall I speak the truth?) fits the context of admitting a difficult reality.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
12 questionsIt is neutral and can be used in any setting, from a court of law to a playground.
Yes, but 'Sacch bolna' is more common for the general habit of honesty.
You would say 'ਮੈਨੂੰ ਸੱਚ ਦੱਸ' (Mainu sacch das).
The opposite is 'ਝੂਠ ਬੋਲਣਾ' (Jhooth bolna), meaning to tell a lie.
No, 'Sacch' is a noun and stays the same. Only the verb 'Bolna' changes.
People often just say 'Sacchī?' as a question or 'Sacchī-muchī' for 'really truly'.
It is rooted in the spiritual teachings of the Gurus, where truth is seen as the path to God.
ਉਹ ਸੱਚ ਬੋਲਦੇ ਹਨ (Oh sacch bolde han).
Yes, it is perfectly professional to say 'I will speak the truth about the situation'.
It's a proverb meaning 'The truth has nothing to fear'.
Usually, yes. 'Kehna' is the only other common alternative.
It's like the 'ch' in 'church' but held slightly longer and with more air.
Expressions liées
ਝੂਠ ਬੋਲਣਾ
contrastTo tell a lie
ਸੱਚ ਦੱਸਣਾ
similarTo tell/reveal the truth
ਸੱਚੀ ਗੱਲ
builds onA true matter
ਹੱਕ ਬੋਲਣਾ
specialized formTo speak for justice
ਸੱਚੋ-ਸੱਚ
specialized formThe absolute truth
