意味
Commuting to the workplace.
文化的背景
In Pakistan, 'Daftar' timings usually start between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Friday is a half-day in many government offices to allow for Jumu'ah prayers. In cities like Hyderabad or Delhi, 'Daftar' is used interchangeably with 'Office', but 'Daftar' often carries a connotation of a government or old-school establishment. The 'Lunch Box' (Tiffin) culture is huge. Going to the office almost always involves carrying a home-cooked meal, which is a point of social interaction during breaks. The phrase 'Daftar Jaana' was traditionally associated with men, but in the last two decades, it has become equally common for women, reflecting a major shift in urban social structures.
Drop the 'ko'
To sound like a native, never say 'Daftar ko jaana'. Just say 'Daftar jaana'. It's smoother and more idiomatic.
Gender Matters
Always remember to match the verb 'jaana' with your gender. Men say 'jata', women say 'jati'.
意味
Commuting to the workplace.
Drop the 'ko'
To sound like a native, never say 'Daftar ko jaana'. Just say 'Daftar jaana'. It's smoother and more idiomatic.
Gender Matters
Always remember to match the verb 'jaana' with your gender. Men say 'jata', women say 'jati'.
Use 'Office' in Cities
If you are in a modern corporate setting in Karachi or Islamabad, using 'Office jaana' might actually sound more natural than 'Daftar jaana'.
自分をテスト
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'jaana'.
سارہ ہر روز صبح نو بجے دفتر ______ ہے۔
Since 'Sarah' is feminine singular, the verb must be 'jati'.
Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'I will go to the office tomorrow'?
Select the best option:
Option B is the most natural because it drops the 'ko' and uses the correct future tense.
Complete the dialogue.
احمد: کیا تم آج فارغ ہو؟ علی: نہیں، مجھے ______ ہے۔
Ali is giving a reason why he isn't free; 'daftar jaana' (going to the office) is the logical reason.
Match the sentence to the situation.
Sentence: 'وہ اب دفتر نہیں جاتے، وہ ریٹائر ہو گئے ہیں۔'
The sentence mentions retirement, which usually applies to elderly people.
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4 問題سارہ ہر روز صبح نو بجے دفتر ______ ہے۔
Since 'Sarah' is feminine singular, the verb must be 'jati'.
Select the best option:
Option B is the most natural because it drops the 'ko' and uses the correct future tense.
احمد: کیا تم آج فارغ ہو؟ علی: نہیں، مجھے ______ ہے۔
Ali is giving a reason why he isn't free; 'daftar jaana' (going to the office) is the logical reason.
Sentence: 'وہ اب دفتر نہیں جاتے، وہ ریٹائر ہو گئے ہیں۔'
The sentence mentions retirement, which usually applies to elderly people.
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よくある質問
4 問No, for university, you must say 'University jaana'. 'Daftar' is strictly for workplaces.
It is neutral. It is used in both formal documents and casual conversation.
The plural is 'Dafatir' (دفاتر), but in the phrase 'Daftar jaana', we almost always use the singular form even if we go to multiple offices.
You say: 'Mera daftar jaane ka dil nahi kar raha.'
関連フレーズ
دفتر سے آنا
contrastTo come back from the office.
دفتر کا کام
similarOffice work.
سرکاری دفتر
specialized formGovernment office.
گھر سے کام کرنا
contrastTo work from home.
