Signification
A polite suggestion for someone to relax.
Contexte culturel
In Pakistani culture, refusing a request to rest is common. You might have to say 'Aaram kijiye' three or four times before the guest actually sits down. In cities like Lucknow, 'Aaram kijiye' is part of a very sophisticated linguistic etiquette called 'Pehle Aap' (You first). In Sufi poetry, 'Aaram' is often used to describe the soul finding rest in the Divine. It's a very spiritual word. In offices in Karachi or Islamabad, 'Aaram kijiye' is often used as a polite way to tell someone to take their sick leave.
The Magic of 'Thora'
Add 'Thora' (a little) before Aaram to make it sound even more gentle: 'Thora aaram kijiye'.
Don't be too pushy
While it's polite to insist, if someone says they really have to go, don't keep repeating 'Aaram kijiye' or it might feel like you're trapping them!
Signification
A polite suggestion for someone to relax.
The Magic of 'Thora'
Add 'Thora' (a little) before Aaram to make it sound even more gentle: 'Thora aaram kijiye'.
Don't be too pushy
While it's polite to insist, if someone says they really have to go, don't keep repeating 'Aaram kijiye' or it might feel like you're trapping them!
Body Language
When saying this to an elder, a slight tilt of the head or a hand on the heart (the 'Adab' gesture) adds a lot of sincerity.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct formal form of 'to do'.
آپ بہت تھک گئے ہیں، اب آرام _______۔
Since the sentence starts with 'Aap' (formal you), the verb must be 'kijiye'.
Match the phrase to the correct person.
To whom would you say 'Aaram kijiye'?
'Kijiye' is used for elders to show respect.
Complete the dialogue.
Guest: 'Safar bahut lamba tha.' Host: 'Ji haan, aap _______.'
After a long journey (safar), the most logical and polite response is to offer rest.
Which sentence is the most formal?
Select the best option for a professional setting.
'Kijiye' is the highest level of formal imperative in standard Urdu.
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Aides visuelles
When to say 'Aaram Kijiye'
Health
- • Sick friend
- • After surgery
- • Headache
Hospitality
- • Guest arrival
- • After dinner
- • Travelers
Work
- • Late night shift
- • After a big project
- • Tired colleague
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesآپ بہت تھک گئے ہیں، اب آرام _______۔
Since the sentence starts with 'Aap' (formal you), the verb must be 'kijiye'.
To whom would you say 'Aaram kijiye'?
'Kijiye' is used for elders to show respect.
Guest: 'Safar bahut lamba tha.' Host: 'Ji haan, aap _______.'
After a long journey (safar), the most logical and polite response is to offer rest.
Select the best option for a professional setting.
'Kijiye' is the highest level of formal imperative in standard Urdu.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
12 questionsNo, it can also be used when someone is stressed or has had a long emotional day.
Yes, it is perfectly polite and respectful for a teacher.
'Kijiye' is slightly more formal and traditional. 'Karen' is neutral and very common in modern speech.
You can say 'Shukriya' (Thank you) or 'Jee behtar' (Yes, better/okay).
Yes, at the end of an email to a colleague who has been working hard, it's a very nice touch.
In some contexts, yes. 'Aaram se' means 'Easily' or 'Slowly'.
Usually, you would use 'Aaram karo' for a pet since you don't need to be formal with them.
Constantly! Especially in family dramas when a character is sick or tired.
You would say 'Aaiye, aaram karte hain'.
Yes, it is exactly the same in Hindi (आराम कीजिये).
Yes, 'kijiye' works for both singular and plural formal 'you'.
Just saying 'Aaram!' with a gentle tone can work in very informal settings, but it's rare.
Expressions liées
سکون کریں
similarTo be at peace / relax
لیٹ جائیں
specialized formPlease lie down
وقفہ لیں
similarTake a break
تھکن اتارنا
builds onTo shed tiredness
کام بند کریں
contrastStop working
