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ਮਿਹਰਬਾਨੀ

ਮਹਰਬਨ

Kindness / Thank you

意味

Expressing gratitude or acknowledging someone's kindness.

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文化的背景

In both East and West Punjab, 'Meharbani' is a common linguistic thread that survived partition. It is used by Sikhs, Hindus, and Muslims alike, showcasing the shared Persian influence on the region. While 'Meharbani' is common, the word 'Mehar' (Grace) is often used in a spiritual sense to refer to God's grace (Guru di Mehar). Saying 'Meharbani' can subtly invoke this sense of divine blessing. In countries like Canada and the UK, 'Meharbani' is often used by the youth to show 'Tehzeeb' (etiquette) when speaking to community leaders or elders, even if they speak English most of the time. The use of 'Meharbani' is part of a wider system of polite speech that includes using 'Tusi' (formal you) instead of 'Tu' (informal you).

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The 'Ji' Rule

Always add 'Ji' after 'Meharbani' when talking to elders for maximum politeness: 'Meharbani Ji'.

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Don't Overuse

If you say it every 5 seconds, it loses its formal charm. Mix it with 'Shukriya'.

意味

Expressing gratitude or acknowledging someone's kindness.

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The 'Ji' Rule

Always add 'Ji' after 'Meharbani' when talking to elders for maximum politeness: 'Meharbani Ji'.

⚠️

Don't Overuse

If you say it every 5 seconds, it loses its formal charm. Mix it with 'Shukriya'.

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The 'Karke' Combo

Master 'Meharbani karke' + [Verb] to sound like a native speaker making a request.

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Accepting Compliments

When someone praises you, say 'Tuhadi meharbani' instead of 'I know' or just 'Thanks'. It's the Punjabi way of being humble.

自分をテスト

Fill in the blank to say 'Please sit down' formally.

____ ਕਰਕੇ ਬੈਠੋ।

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: ਮਿਹਰਬਾਨੀ

'ਮਿਹਰਬਾਨੀ ਕਰਕੇ' is the standard way to say 'Please' in a formal request.

Which of these is the most formal way to thank an elder?

How do you say 'Thank you' to your grandfather?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: ਤੁਹਾਡੀ ਬਹੁਤ ਮਿਹਰਬਾਨੀ ਜੀ

Adding 'Tuhadi' (Your) and 'Ji' (Respectful marker) to 'Meharbani' makes it very respectful.

Match the phrase to the situation.

Situation: You are asking a stranger for the time.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: ਮਿਹਰਬਾਨੀ ਕਰਕੇ ਸਮਾਂ ਦੱਸਣਾ?

Using 'Meharbani karke' is the polite way to start a request with a stranger.

Complete the dialogue.

A: ਮੈਂ ਤੁਹਾਡੀ ਮਦਦ ਕਰ ਸਕਦਾ ਹਾਂ। B: ____।

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: ਮਿਹਰਬਾਨੀ

When someone offers help, 'Meharbani' is a polite response.

🎉 スコア: /4

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Thank You Levels

Casual
Thanks English loanword
Shukriya Everyday
Formal
Meharbani Respectful
Dhanyavad Official

練習問題バンク

4 問題
Fill in the blank to say 'Please sit down' formally. Fill Blank A1

____ ਕਰਕੇ ਬੈਠੋ।

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: ਮਿਹਰਬਾਨੀ

'ਮਿਹਰਬਾਨੀ ਕਰਕੇ' is the standard way to say 'Please' in a formal request.

Which of these is the most formal way to thank an elder? Choose A1

How do you say 'Thank you' to your grandfather?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: ਤੁਹਾਡੀ ਬਹੁਤ ਮਿਹਰਬਾਨੀ ਜੀ

Adding 'Tuhadi' (Your) and 'Ji' (Respectful marker) to 'Meharbani' makes it very respectful.

Match the phrase to the situation. situation_matching A2

Situation: You are asking a stranger for the time.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: ਮਿਹਰਬਾਨੀ ਕਰਕੇ ਸਮਾਂ ਦੱਸਣਾ?

Using 'Meharbani karke' is the polite way to start a request with a stranger.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A1

A: ਮੈਂ ਤੁਹਾਡੀ ਮਦਦ ਕਰ ਸਕਦਾ ਹਾਂ। B: ____।

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: ਮਿਹਰਬਾਨੀ

When someone offers help, 'Meharbani' is a polite response.

🎉 スコア: /4

よくある質問

10 問

Yes, it is extremely common in West Punjab (Pakistan) and is often preferred there due to its Persian roots.

No, it only means 'Thank you' or 'Please'. To say 'You're welcome', use 'ਕੋਈ ਗੱਲ ਨਹੀਂ' (Koi gall nahi).

'Meharbani' is Persian-rooted and common in speech; 'Dhanyavad' is Sanskrit-rooted and more common in formal writing or Hindu contexts.

No, it is a secular word used by people of all faiths in Punjab.

It is spelled as 'مہربانی'.

Yes, it is the perfect word for a professional relationship with a superior.

It is a feminine noun (e.g., 'Badi meharbani', not 'Bada meharbani').

In some poetic contexts, yes, but in 99% of daily life, it means 'kindness' or 'thank you'.

You can, but it might sound a bit formal. 'Shukriya' or 'Good job' (in English) is more common.

It literally means 'Your kindness'.

関連フレーズ

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ਸ਼ੁਕਰੀਆ

synonym

Thank you

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ਧੰਨਵਾਦ

synonym

Thank you

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ਮਿਹਰਬਾਨ

builds on

Kind person

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ਕਿਰਪਾ ਕਰਕੇ

similar

Please

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ਸ਼ੁਕਰ ਹੈ

similar

Thank God

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