मतलब
Being very noticeable or beautiful.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
In Marathi weddings, the 'Paithani' saree is a status symbol. People often use 'Dolyat Bharne' to describe the 'Padar' (the decorative end of the saree) because of its intricate gold work. Famous authors like P.L. Deshpande often used this phrase to describe the simple yet striking beauty of Konkan's nature or the character of a person. During the 10-day Ganpati festival, the 'Dekhava' (decorations) in various pandals are judged by how much they 'fill the eyes' of the devotees. Traditional Maharashtrian jewelry like 'Nath' (nose ring) or 'Thushi' (necklace) are designed to be bold. A 'Nath' that is well-made is said to 'fill the face' and 'fill the eyes'.
Use for Compliments
It's a very safe and high-level way to compliment someone's home or outfit without sounding too casual.
Avoid Negative Contexts
Never use this for a mess or an ugly object; it will sound like sarcasm.
मतलब
Being very noticeable or beautiful.
Use for Compliments
It's a very safe and high-level way to compliment someone's home or outfit without sounding too casual.
Avoid Negative Contexts
Never use this for a mess or an ugly object; it will sound like sarcasm.
The 'Sarkhe' suffix
Add '-sarkhe' (like) to make it an adjective: 'Dolyat bharnyansarkhe' (eye-catching).
Nazar Awareness
In some traditional circles, if you say something 'fills the eyes', follow it with a small blessing to avoid the 'evil eye'.
खुद को परखो
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'डोळ्यात भरणे'.
त्या बागेतील फुले इतकी सुंदर होती की ती सर्वांच्या _______.
Since the flowers are 'beautiful' (sundar), the positive idiom 'Dolyat Bharli' is correct.
Which situation is best suited for 'डोळ्यात भरणे'?
Choose the correct scenario:
'Dolyat Bharne' is used for striking beauty or impressive objects.
Complete the dialogue.
अमित: हा नवीन फोन कसा वाटतोय? सुमित: अरे वा! याचा डिस्प्ले तर एकदम _______.
Sumit is impressed by the display, so he uses the idiom for being eye-catching.
Match the phrase to the feeling.
Match 'डोळ्यात भरणे' with its core emotion:
The phrase is used to express admiration for something's appearance or quality.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
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अभ्यास बैंक
4 अभ्यासत्या बागेतील फुले इतकी सुंदर होती की ती सर्वांच्या _______.
Since the flowers are 'beautiful' (sundar), the positive idiom 'Dolyat Bharli' is correct.
Choose the correct scenario:
'Dolyat Bharne' is used for striking beauty or impressive objects.
अमित: हा नवीन फोन कसा वाटतोय? सुमित: अरे वा! याचा डिस्प्ले तर एकदम _______.
Sumit is impressed by the display, so he uses the idiom for being eye-catching.
Match 'डोळ्यात भरणे' with its core emotion:
The phrase is used to express admiration for something's appearance or quality.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालYes, but usually for their appearance or a specific quality (like their height or style). Saying 'To dolyat bharto' means he has a very striking presence.
Mostly, yes. But 'Dolyat Bharne' implies a slightly more lasting and 'full' impression than just a quick glance.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
The opposite is 'Dolyat Khupne' (to prick the eye), used for things that are ugly or annoying.
Yes, like someone's 'pragati' (progress) or 'atmavishwas' (confidence).
Yes, 'Dolyat' is the plural locative. Using singular 'Dolyat' sounds like you have something physically stuck in one eye.
Yes, if the presentation of the food is very beautiful. 'जेवण डोळ्यात भरण्यासारखं होतं.'
Very often! Many Marathi romantic songs use this to describe the beloved.
Use the negative: 'ते माझ्या डोळ्यात भरलं नाही.'
It's just more poetic. For everyday use, 'Dolyat Bharne' is more natural.
संबंधित मुहावरे
नजरेत भरणे
synonymTo be noticed/to fill the gaze
डोळे दिपवणे
similarTo dazzle the eyes
डोळ्यात खुपणे
contrastTo be an eyesore / to cause jealousy
डोळे भरून पाहणे
builds onTo look at something until one's eyes are full
लक्ष वेधून घेणे
similarTo attract attention
