मतलब
Comforting someone in distress.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
In the diamond and textile markets of Surat, 'Chinta na karo' is often a verbal contract. It implies that the speaker is taking personal responsibility for the outcome. Gujarati mothers often use 'Chinta na kar' as a term of endearment while feeding their children, suggesting that as long as they are eating well, everything will be fine. Many Gujarati bhajans (devotional songs) tell the devotee to leave their 'Chinta' at the feet of God (Krishna/Swaminarayan). The youth in Ahmedabad and Vadodara frequently mix English. 'Tension na le' is now just as common as 'Chinta na kar' in cafes and universities.
The Smile Factor
In Gujarat, this phrase is 50% words and 50% facial expression. Always say it with a calm, smiling face.
Formal vs Informal
Never say 'Chinta na kar' to your boss or father-in-law. It will sound rude. Stick to 'karo'.
मतलब
Comforting someone in distress.
The Smile Factor
In Gujarat, this phrase is 50% words and 50% facial expression. Always say it with a calm, smiling face.
Formal vs Informal
Never say 'Chinta na kar' to your boss or father-in-law. It will sound rude. Stick to 'karo'.
The 'Hu Betho Chu' Combo
For maximum impact, say 'Chinta na karo, hu betho chu' (Don't worry, I am here/sitting). It's the ultimate promise of support.
Writing vs Speaking
In text messages, you can just write 'Chinta na karo' or even 'Chinta na kr' (shorthand).
खुद को परखो
Choose the correct polite form to say 'Don't worry' to your teacher.
શિક્ષકને શું કહેશો?
'Karo' is the polite form suitable for a teacher.
Fill in the missing word: '____ ન કરો.'
____ ન કરો.
'Chinta' means worry, making the phrase 'Don't worry.'
Match the situation to the response.
Situation: Someone spills water on your book.
You use 'Chinta na karo' to reassure someone who made a mistake.
Complete the dialogue.
A: મને મોડું થયું, સોરી! B: ________, હજી સમય છે.
It fits the context of accepting an apology for being late.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
When to say 'Chinta na karo'
Mistakes
- • Spilling tea
- • Breaking a glass
- • Typo in email
Delays
- • Late for dinner
- • Traffic jam
- • Late reply
Stress
- • Exams
- • Job interview
- • Health issues
अभ्यास बैंक
4 अभ्यासશિક્ષકને શું કહેશો?
'Karo' is the polite form suitable for a teacher.
____ ન કરો.
'Chinta' means worry, making the phrase 'Don't worry.'
Situation: Someone spills water on your book.
You use 'Chinta na karo' to reassure someone who made a mistake.
A: મને મોડું થયું, સોરી! B: ________, હજી સમય છે.
It fits the context of accepting an apology for being late.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
14 सवालIt is neutral to formal. It is safe for almost any situation.
Yes, but 'Chinta na kar' (singular) is more natural for close friends.
'Chinta' is Sanskrit-based and more common in standard Gujarati. 'Fikar' is Persian-based and common in certain regions and Urdu-influenced speech.
Say 'Mari chinta na karo'.
Yes, 'Tension na lo' is very common in cities.
'Shanti' (peace) or 'Nischint' (worry-free).
It's better to say 'Chinta na karo'. 'Nahi' sounds a bit like a direct translation from Hindi.
You can say 'Aabhar' (Thank you) or 'Saru' (Okay).
In modern Gujarati, yes. In ancient texts, it could mean 'thought'.
People sometimes just say 'Chinta na kar' quickly.
Yes, it's a great way to reassure a client in a professional email.
Add 'vadhare' or 'bahu' before Chinta: 'Bahu chinta na karo'.
It's a nasal sound, like the 'n' in 'pink'.
Constantly! It's a staple of Gujarati cinema and theater.
संबंधित मुहावरे
ફિકર ના કરો
synonymDon't worry (Persian origin)
ધીરજ રાખો
similarHave patience
બધું ઠીક થઈ જશે
builds onEverything will be okay
ગભરાશો નહીં
specialized formDon't be afraid
ટેન્શન ના લો
similarDon't take tension
