Signification
Expressing joy.
Contexte culturel
Happiness is often expressed collectively. You will frequently hear 'Xursandmiz' (We are happy) even if only one person is speaking, representing the family or group. In the capital, 'Xursandman' is used very frequently in business and service sectors to maintain a professional yet friendly atmosphere. Due to the heavy Tajik (Persian) influence, the word 'Xursand' feels very 'at home' here and is often used in more poetic, elongated sentences. Among Uzbeks living abroad, 'Xursandman' is a key word used in social media comments to maintain connection with the homeland and celebrate others' milestones.
Add 'Juda'
To sound more natural and enthusiastic, add 'juda' (very) before 'xursandman'.
Don't forget the suffix
Saying just 'Men xursand' sounds like 'I happy' and is a common beginner mistake.
Signification
Expressing joy.
Add 'Juda'
To sound more natural and enthusiastic, add 'juda' (very) before 'xursandman'.
Don't forget the suffix
Saying just 'Men xursand' sounds like 'I happy' and is a common beginner mistake.
Use it for 'Nice to meet you'
Memorize 'Tanishganimdan xursandman' as a single block; it's the most useful social phrase in Uzbek.
Smile while saying it
Uzbek culture values warmth; your facial expression should match the word!
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct personal suffix for 'I am happy'.
Men bugun juda xursand____.
The suffix for 'Men' (I) is always '-man'.
Which phrase means 'Nice to meet you'?
Choose the correct greeting:
This is the standard idiomatic expression for 'Nice to meet you'.
Match the response to the situation.
Your friend says: 'Men yangi telefon sotib oldim!' (I bought a new phone!)
You should express that you are happy for them.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Mehmonxonamizga xush kelibsiz! B: Rahmat! Sizni ____ xursandman.
'Ko'rib xursandman' means 'Happy to see (you)'.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Xursandman vs Baxtliman
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesMen bugun juda xursand____.
The suffix for 'Men' (I) is always '-man'.
Choose the correct greeting:
This is the standard idiomatic expression for 'Nice to meet you'.
Your friend says: 'Men yangi telefon sotib oldim!' (I bought a new phone!)
You should express that you are happy for them.
A: Mehmonxonamizga xush kelibsiz! B: Rahmat! Sizni ____ xursandman.
'Ko'rib xursandman' means 'Happy to see (you)'.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
14 questionsIt is neutral. You can use it in any situation, from a street market to a government office.
Yes, you can say 'Yangi mashinamdan xursandman' (I am happy with my new car).
'Xursandman' is for temporary joy or being glad. 'Baxtliman' is for deep, long-term happiness.
Add 'emas' after the adjective: 'Xursand emasman'.
No, that would be 'Men qiziqman' or 'Men kulgiliman'.
Change the suffix to '-miz': 'Xursandmiz'.
Yes: 'Xursand edim' (I was happy).
It means 'I became happy' or 'I was glad to hear that'.
It's like the Spanish 'j' or German 'ch'. It's a soft rasp in the back of the throat.
Yes, it's very common to say 'Ovqatdan xursandman'.
No, Uzbek has no grammatical gender. It's the same for everyone.
'Xafaman' (I am sad/upset).
Yes, 'Siz bilan hamkorlikdan xursandman' is a great way to end a professional email.
It's a blessing meaning 'May there be happiness/celebration'.
Expressions liées
Baxtliman
similarI am happy (life-long/blessed)
Mamnunman
synonymI am satisfied/content
Shodman
synonymI am joyful
Quvondim
builds onI rejoiced
Xursandchilik
specialized formHappiness/Celebration
