B2 Expression ニュートラル

सब ठीक है न?

sab theek hai na?

Is everything alright?

意味

Asking if there are any problems or concerns.

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文化的背景

In North India, especially in Delhi and UP, you might hear 'सब खैरियत?' instead. It carries a slightly more traditional and warm tone. In modern Indian offices, 'सब ठीक है न?' is often used by managers to check on employee burnout without using HR-heavy language. Among NRIs (Non-Resident Indians), this phrase is a common way to check in on family back home during video calls, often encompassing health and safety. The phrase is a staple in Hindi cinema to signal a turning point in a scene where one character realizes another is hiding something.

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The Power of 'Na'

Think of 'na' as an invitation. It invites the other person to share their feelings without you being too pushy.

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Watch Your Tone

If you say it too fast or with a flat tone, it can sound like you're annoyed. Keep it slow and soft for empathy.

意味

Asking if there are any problems or concerns.

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The Power of 'Na'

Think of 'na' as an invitation. It invites the other person to share their feelings without you being too pushy.

⚠️

Watch Your Tone

If you say it too fast or with a flat tone, it can sound like you're annoyed. Keep it slow and soft for empathy.

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Add 'To' for Depth

If you are really worried, use 'सब ठीक तो है न?' (Sab thīk to hai na?). The 'to' makes it sound much more concerned.

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The 'Fine' Trap

In India, people often say 'हाँ, सब ठीक है' even if it's not. If you suspect they are lying, follow up with 'पक्का?' (Pukka? - Are you sure?).

自分をテスト

Fill in the blank with the correct particle to make it a concerned question.

तुम आज बहुत परेशान लग रहे हो, सब ठीक है ___?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解:

The particle 'न' (na) turns the statement into a tag question, which is the standard way to express concern in this phrase.

Match the situation to the most appropriate phrase.

Situation: You see your friend crying quietly.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: सब ठीक है न?

When someone is crying, 'सब ठीक है न?' is the most empathetic way to check on them.

Complete the dialogue.

A: (Sighs deeply and looks at the floor) B: ________?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: सब ठीक है न

A deep sigh is a non-verbal cue that something might be wrong, making 'सब ठीक है न?' the natural response.

Which version of the phrase sounds most empathetic and concerned?

Choose the best option:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: सब ठीक है न?

While 'क्या सब ठीक है?' is a correct question, the version with 'न' adds a layer of empathy and seeking confirmation that is more common in close social interactions.

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Question vs. Check-in

क्या सब ठीक है?
Neutral Standard question
सब ठीक है न?
Empathetic Seeking confirmation

練習問題バンク

4 問題
Fill in the blank with the correct particle to make it a concerned question. Fill Blank A2

तुम आज बहुत परेशान लग रहे हो, सब ठीक है ___?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解:

The particle 'न' (na) turns the statement into a tag question, which is the standard way to express concern in this phrase.

Match the situation to the most appropriate phrase. situation_matching A1

Situation: You see your friend crying quietly.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: सब ठीक है न?

When someone is crying, 'सब ठीक है न?' is the most empathetic way to check on them.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B1

A: (Sighs deeply and looks at the floor) B: ________?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: सब ठीक है न

A deep sigh is a non-verbal cue that something might be wrong, making 'सब ठीक है न?' the natural response.

Which version of the phrase sounds most empathetic and concerned? Choose B2

Choose the best option:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: सब ठीक है न?

While 'क्या सब ठीक है?' is a correct question, the version with 'न' adds a layer of empathy and seeking confirmation that is more common in close social interactions.

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よくある質問

12 問

Yes, if you have a friendly relationship. If the relationship is very formal, stick to 'क्या सब ठीक है?'.

In writing, it's 'न' (na). In speech, people often lengthen it to 'ना' (naa), but the short version is more common for tag questions.

'Kya haal hai?' is 'How are you?' (a greeting). 'Sab thīk hai na?' is 'Is everything okay?' (a check-in).

You can say 'नहीं, यार, थोड़ी प्रॉब्लम है' (No, friend, there's a bit of a problem).

Yes! You can ask if a car, a computer, or a plan is 'sab thīk'.

It's not better, just different. It sounds more elegant and is very common in Muslim communities and North Indian Urdu-influenced speech.

Usually, no. It follows an observation. You see something, then you ask.

'सब ठीक न?' is common in very fast, informal speech, but 'सब ठीक है न?' is more standard.

Very much so! It's a common way to check in on someone who has gone 'MIA' (Missing In Action).

Yes. If someone is acting crazy, you might ask 'सब ठीक है न?' with a skeptical look to imply they've lost their mind.

Yes, 'Sab' and 'Thīk' do not change based on gender.

While the words are A1, using it with the correct nuance and 'na' tag is a B2 skill.

関連フレーズ

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सब खैरियत?

synonym

Is everything well?

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क्या हाल है?

similar

How are you?

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कोई परेशानी?

specialized form

Any trouble?

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सब ठीक-ठाक है।

builds on

Everything is fine and dandy.

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सब कुशल मंगल?

synonym

Is everything auspicious and well?

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