B2 Expression ニュートラル

मुझे थोड़ा सोचने दो।

mujhe thoda sochne do.

Let me think a bit.

意味

Requesting time to consider something before responding.

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文化的背景

In North Indian social circles, saying 'Mujhe thoda sochne do' is often a polite way to avoid saying 'No' directly, which is considered rude. In modern Indian startups, this phrase is used to signal 'deep work' or 'analytical thinking', moving away from the traditional 'yes-man' culture. In local markets, this phrase is a power move. It tells the vendor you are not desperate and are willing to walk away. Younger generations use this to assert independence in decision-making while still appearing respectful to elders.

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The 'Zara' Upgrade

Replace 'thoda' with 'zara' (ज़रा) to sound more sophisticated and slightly more urgent but polite.

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The 'Tu' Trap

Never say 'Mujhe sochne de' to your boss or teacher. It uses the 'tu' form and is considered disrespectful.

意味

Requesting time to consider something before responding.

🎯

The 'Zara' Upgrade

Replace 'thoda' with 'zara' (ज़रा) to sound more sophisticated and slightly more urgent but polite.

⚠️

The 'Tu' Trap

Never say 'Mujhe sochne de' to your boss or teacher. It uses the 'tu' form and is considered disrespectful.

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Body Language

When saying this, a slight tilt of the head or looking upwards makes you look genuinely thoughtful.

自分をテスト

Fill in the correct form of the verb 'sochna'.

मुझे थोड़ा ______ दो।

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: सोचने

The oblique infinitive 'sochne' is required when followed by the permissive 'do'.

Which sentence is the most formal?

Select the formal version of 'Let me think'.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: मुझे सोचने दीजिये।

'Dijiye' is the respectful imperative used with 'Aap'.

Complete the dialogue.

A: क्या आप हमारे साथ डिनर पर चलेंगे? B: ________, मेरा कल एग्जाम है।

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: मुझे थोड़ा सोचने दो

The context requires a pause to consider an invitation.

Match the phrase to the situation.

You are in a meeting and someone asks for your strategy.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: मुझे थोड़ा सोचने दीजिये।

In a professional meeting, the formal 'dijiye' is most appropriate.

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4 問題
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'sochna'. Fill Blank A2

मुझे थोड़ा ______ दो।

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: सोचने

The oblique infinitive 'sochne' is required when followed by the permissive 'do'.

Which sentence is the most formal? Choose B1

Select the formal version of 'Let me think'.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: मुझे सोचने दीजिये।

'Dijiye' is the respectful imperative used with 'Aap'.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B1

A: क्या आप हमारे साथ डिनर पर चलेंगे? B: ________, मेरा कल एग्जाम है।

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: मुझे थोड़ा सोचने दो

The context requires a pause to consider an invitation.

Match the phrase to the situation. situation_matching B2

You are in a meeting and someone asks for your strategy.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: मुझे थोड़ा सोचने दीजिये।

In a professional meeting, the formal 'dijiye' is most appropriate.

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よくある質問

10 問

Yes, it's very common in WhatsApp. You can even shorten it to 'Sochne do'.

No, it's generally neutral. However, your tone of voice matters. A soft tone is polite; a sharp tone can sound annoyed.

'Do' is for friends/peers (tum), 'Dijiye' is for elders/superiors (aap).

Yes! Mixing English words like 'time' is very common in Hinglish.

Change 'Mujhe' to 'Hamein' (हमें थोड़ा सोचने दो).

No, but it makes the request sound less demanding and more natural.

Usually, this phrase implies a short pause. For a long delay, say 'Mujhe ek-do din ka samay chahiye' (I need 1-2 days).

Because 'dena' (to let) triggers the oblique case for the preceding verb.

Yes, 'Ruk, sochne de' is very common among Gen Z in India.

In a formal email, use 'Mujhe is par vichaar karne ke liye thoda samay chahiye'.

関連フレーズ

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ज़रा रुकिए

similar

Wait a moment

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एक मिनट

synonym

One minute

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विचार करना

specialized form

To deliberate/consider

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ध्यान देना

contrast

To pay attention

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