意味
Asking for repetition of words.
文化的背景
In Maharashtra, it is considered polite to wait for a small pause before asking someone to repeat themselves. Interrupting mid-sentence with 'Punha sanga' can be seen as slightly impatient. In traditional Marathi schools, students are encouraged to ask 'Punha sanga' to show they are following the lesson. It is a sign of a 'Sushikshit' (well-educated) student. In Mumbai locals or Pune buses, the conductors speak very fast. You will often hear commuters shouting 'Kay?' or 'Parat bol!' (informal) due to the rush, but as a learner, 'Punha sanga' will get you more helpful responses. In Marathi plays (Natak), actors often repeat key lines for emphasis. The audience might shout 'Once More!' (in English) or 'Punha ekda!' to show appreciation.
The 'Ka' Trick
Add 'ka' at the end ('Punha sanga ka?') to turn it into a very polite question instead of a request.
Watch the 'n'
In 'Punha', make sure to pronounce the 'n' and 'h' clearly. If you say 'Puna', it sounds like the city name, which might confuse people in context.
意味
Asking for repetition of words.
The 'Ka' Trick
Add 'ka' at the end ('Punha sanga ka?') to turn it into a very polite question instead of a request.
Watch the 'n'
In 'Punha', make sure to pronounce the 'n' and 'h' clearly. If you say 'Puna', it sounds like the city name, which might confuse people in context.
Combine with 'Samajle'
Saying 'Samajle nahi, punha sanga' is the most natural way to show you are trying to learn.
Body Language
A slight tilt of the head or cupping your ear while saying this makes the request clearer and more polite.
自分をテスト
Fill in the blank to ask an elder to repeat something politely.
आजोबा, कृपया ____ सांगा.
'Punha' means 'again', completing the phrase 'Please say it again'.
Which of these is the most informal version?
Select the informal version of 'Punha sanga'.
'Saang' is the singular/informal imperative.
Complete the dialogue.
A: माझे नाव राहुल आहे. B: क्षमा करा, ____?
B is asking A to repeat their name.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are in a noisy market and didn't hear the price.
This is the standard phrase for repetition in noisy places.
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Formal vs Informal
練習問題バンク
4 問題आजोबा, कृपया ____ सांगा.
'Punha' means 'again', completing the phrase 'Please say it again'.
Select the informal version of 'Punha sanga'.
'Saang' is the singular/informal imperative.
A: माझे नाव राहुल आहे. B: क्षमा करा, ____?
B is asking A to repeat their name.
You are in a noisy market and didn't hear the price.
This is the standard phrase for repetition in noisy places.
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よくある質問
12 問No, it is neutral and polite. However, using 'Punha saang' with elders is considered rude.
Yes, 'Parat sanga' is very common and slightly more informal/colloquial.
'Krupaya punaruchchar karava' is the most formal, but 'Krupaya punha sangal ka?' is more practical for learners.
You can say 'Halu ani punha sanga' (Slowly and say again).
'Sanga' means 'tell/say', while 'Bola' means 'speak'. Use 'Sanga' for repetition of specific words.
You can with friends, but with strangers, it sounds like 'What?!' and can be perceived as aggressive.
No, 'Parat' can mean 'back', but 'Punha' strictly means 'again'.
'Sir/Madam, krupaya punha sanga' is the perfect way.
Say 'Kshama kara, mala ajunahi samajle nahi' (Sorry, I still didn't understand).
Yes, like 'Punha bhetu' (Let's meet again).
No, in Marathi, the 'h' is pronounced.
Yes, it's very common in texting when a message is unclear.
関連フレーズ
परत सांगा
synonymSay it again (colloquial)
आणखी एकदा
similarOnce more
काय म्हणालात?
similarWhat did you say?
समजले नाही
builds onI didn't understand
हळू बोला
similarSpeak slowly