Signification
Describing large size.
Contexte culturel
The concept of 'Katta-kichik' (Big-Small) is the basis of social etiquette. Elders (kattalar) are always given the seat of honor and served tea first. In a traditional 'Mehmondorchilik' (hosting), the 'katta' guest is offered the 'Katta lagan' (the big platter) of Palov first. The 'Mahalla kattasi' or 'Oqsoqol' is the community leader who manages local affairs and mediates conflicts. The 'Katta kelin' (eldest daughter-in-law) has the most responsibility and authority among the daughters-in-law in a traditional household.
The Sibling Rule
Always use 'katta' before 'aka' (brother) or 'opa' (sister) if they are older than you. It's a sign of good breeding.
Height vs. Size
Never call a tall person 'katta' unless you also mean they are important or older.
Signification
Describing large size.
The Sibling Rule
Always use 'katta' before 'aka' (brother) or 'opa' (sister) if they are older than you. It's a sign of good breeding.
Height vs. Size
Never call a tall person 'katta' unless you also mean they are important or older.
Katta Rahmat
This is the most common way to say 'Thank you very much' in Uzbekistan.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'katta' to say 'bigger'.
Mening uyim sizning uyingizdan _______.
The suffix '-roq' is used for comparisons (bigger).
Which sentence correctly describes an elder brother?
Choose the correct option:
'Katta' is the standard word for elder in family contexts.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are at a market and want the largest melon.
'Eng katta' means 'the biggest'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Akangiz sizdan necha yosh ______? B: U mendan uch yosh katta.
When asking about age difference, 'katta' (older) or 'kichik' (younger) is used.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
The Three Faces of Katta
Physical
- • Uy (House)
- • Mashina (Car)
- • Shahar (City)
Age
- • Aka (Brother)
- • Opa (Sister)
- • Odam (Person)
Status
- • Boshliq (Boss)
- • Loyiha (Project)
- • Muammo (Problem)
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesMening uyim sizning uyingizdan _______.
The suffix '-roq' is used for comparisons (bigger).
Choose the correct option:
'Katta' is the standard word for elder in family contexts.
Situation: You are at a market and want the largest melon.
'Eng katta' means 'the biggest'.
A: Akangiz sizdan necha yosh ______? B: U mendan uch yosh katta.
When asking about age difference, 'katta' (older) or 'kichik' (younger) is used.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes, you can say 'katta bino' to mean a large/massive building, but 'baland bino' specifically means it is tall.
You say 'katta opa'.
Yes, 'katta ovoz' is used, though 'baland ovoz' is more common in formal settings.
The opposite is 'kichik' (small).
Yes, 'kattalar' is the standard word for 'adults' or 'elders'.
It is neutral. It can be used in any context, from the street to the palace.
Use 'eng katta'.
Usually, we say 'qimmat' (expensive) or 'yuqori narx' (high price), but 'katta pul' means 'a lot of money'.
It's a slangy way to say 'Don't act so big/arrogant!'
It is always 'katta' with two 't's.
Expressions liées
Kattakon
specialized formVery big / huge (often affectionate)
Yirik
synonymLarge-scale / major
Ulug'
similarGreat / grand
Azim
specialized formMighty / massive
Kichik
contrastSmall / little
