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रिक्षा थांबवा

रकष थबव

Stop the rickshaw

意味

Calling out to stop a vehicle.

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文化的背景

In Pune, rickshaw drivers are famous for their 'half-return' or refusal to go to certain areas. Saying 'thambva' politely might not always be enough; you might need to negotiate the destination first! Mumbai rickshaws (only in suburbs) strictly follow the meter. Shouting 'thambva' is very common in the fast-paced life of the city. In villages, 'Six-seater' rickshaws are common. You don't say 'thambva' to stop the whole vehicle for yourself, but to get off at your stop while others continue. Addressing a driver as 'Kaka' (Uncle) or 'Bhau' (Brother) is a sign of good upbringing (Sanskar). It humanizes the interaction.

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The Hand Signal

In India, a palm facing down and moving slightly up and down is the universal sign for 'stop' or 'slow down' for vehicles.

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Don't shout too late

Marathi drivers often drive fast in the middle of the road. Give them at least 5 seconds of warning before your stop.

意味

Calling out to stop a vehicle.

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The Hand Signal

In India, a palm facing down and moving slightly up and down is the universal sign for 'stop' or 'slow down' for vehicles.

⚠️

Don't shout too late

Marathi drivers often drive fast in the middle of the road. Give them at least 5 seconds of warning before your stop.

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Use 'Kaka'

Addressing the driver as 'Kaka' (Uncle) instantly builds rapport and makes them more likely to stop exactly where you want.

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Check the Flag

Only say 'thambva' to rickshaws with the meter flag up (vertical) or the 'For Hire' light on.

自分をテスト

Fill in the blank with the polite form of 'stop'.

काका, इथे रिक्षा _______.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: थांबवा

'थांबवा' is the polite imperative form suitable for addressing a driver.

Which sentence is the most polite way to hail a rickshaw?

How do you call a rickshaw?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: अहो रिक्षावाले काका, थांबवा!

Adding 'Aho' and 'Kaka' makes the request very respectful.

Complete the dialogue.

Passenger: _______. Driver: हो, थांबवतो. किती झाले पैसे?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: इथे रिक्षा थांबवा

The driver's response 'हो, थांबवतो' (Yes, I am stopping) indicates the passenger asked to stop.

Match the phrase to the situation.

You are 10 meters away from your house.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: इथेच रिक्षा थांबवा

'Ithech' means 'right here', perfect for when you are at your exact destination.

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Formal vs Informal

Informal (थांब)
To a child Stop!
Formal (थांबवा)
To a driver Please stop.

Common Locations to Stop

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Landmarks

  • Bank
  • School
  • Hospital
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Directions

  • Corner
  • Signal
  • Gate

練習問題バンク

4 問題
Fill in the blank with the polite form of 'stop'. Fill Blank A1

काका, इथे रिक्षा _______.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: थांबवा

'थांबवा' is the polite imperative form suitable for addressing a driver.

Which sentence is the most polite way to hail a rickshaw? Choose A2

How do you call a rickshaw?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: अहो रिक्षावाले काका, थांबवा!

Adding 'Aho' and 'Kaka' makes the request very respectful.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A1

Passenger: _______. Driver: हो, थांबवतो. किती झाले पैसे?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: इथे रिक्षा थांबवा

The driver's response 'हो, थांबवतो' (Yes, I am stopping) indicates the passenger asked to stop.

Match the phrase to the situation. situation_matching A2

You are 10 meters away from your house.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: इथेच रिक्षा थांबवा

'Ithech' means 'right here', perfect for when you are at your exact destination.

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よくある質問

14 問

Yes, 'Stop' is widely understood in urban Maharashtra, but 'Thambva' is much more polite and culturally appropriate.

It is neutral-to-formal. The '-va' suffix makes it respectful enough for any stranger.

Say 'Ithe thambva' (इथे थांबवा).

You can say 'Mavshi, thambva' (Auntie, stop) or just 'Riksha thambva'.

Shout 'Riksha thambva' louder and use your phone's flashlight to get attention.

Both are fine. 'Riksha' is more common in Marathi, while 'Auto' is more common in Hindi-influenced areas.

The singular is 'thamb' (थांब), but avoid using it with drivers.

Yes, just replace 'Riksha' with 'Taxi': 'Taxi thambva'.

Say 'Thodं pudhe thambva' (थोडं पुढे थांबवा).

'Aho' is a respectful prefix used to get someone's attention, like 'Excuse me'.

Not if the traffic is noisy. It's considered practical, not rude.

Say 'Ek minute thambva' (Stop for a minute).

The '-va' in 'thambva' already includes the 'please' sentiment, but you can add 'Krupaya' for extra politeness.

Say 'Gate-pashi thambva' (गेटपाशी थांबवा).

関連フレーズ

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Rickshaw fare

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मीटर डाऊन

builds on

Start the meter

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पूडच्या सिग्नलला

specialized form

At the next signal

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यू-टर्न घ्या

similar

Take a U-turn

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हळू चालवा

similar

Drive slowly

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इथेच

builds on

Right here

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