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The beginning stage of a process.
문화적 배경
The first step of a house (Umbara) is worshipped during housewarming ceremonies (Vastu Shanti). This gives the concept of a 'first step' a sacred status. The 1st standard in school is often referred to as the 'Pahilī Pāyarī' of a child's future. Teachers use this to instill a sense of importance in young students. In the pilgrimage to Pandharpur, the first step out of one's village is considered a moment of great spiritual significance and emotional release. Many motivational songs in Marathi films use the 'climbing stairs' metaphor to represent the struggle of the protagonist from poverty to success.
Use for Motivation
If a friend is overwhelmed by a big task, say 'ही फक्त पहिली पायरी आहे' to help them focus on the start.
Gender Check
Always check that you are using 'Pahilī' (ending in 'i') and not 'Pahilā'. This is the #1 error for learners.
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The beginning stage of a process.
Use for Motivation
If a friend is overwhelmed by a big task, say 'ही फक्त पहिली पायरी आहे' to help them focus on the start.
Gender Check
Always check that you are using 'Pahilī' (ending in 'i') and not 'Pahilā'. This is the #1 error for learners.
Oblique Form
If you add 'var' (on), remember it becomes 'Pahilyā Pāyarīvar'. This makes you sound like a native speaker.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'first'.
ही यशाची ______ पायरी आहे.
'Pāyarī' is feminine, so it takes 'Pahilī'.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Select the correct sentence:
When using the postposition '-var', the phrase must be in the oblique form 'pahilyā pāyarī-'.
Match the Marathi phrase to its English meaning.
Match the following:
'Pahilī' means first, 'Shevaṭchī' means last, and 'Madhlī' means middle.
Complete the dialogue.
A: मी आज मराठीचा पहिला धडा वाचला. B: वा! ही तर तुझ्या शिक्षणाची ______ आहे.
Starting the first lesson is the 'first step' of education.
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시각 학습 자료
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제ही यशाची ______ पायरी आहे.
'Pāyarī' is feminine, so it takes 'Pahilī'.
Select the correct sentence:
When using the postposition '-var', the phrase must be in the oblique form 'pahilyā pāyarī-'.
왼쪽의 각 항목을 오른쪽의 짝과 연결하세요:
'Pahilī' means first, 'Shevaṭchī' means last, and 'Madhlī' means middle.
A: मी आज मराठीचा पहिला धडा वाचला. B: वा! ही तर तुझ्या शिक्षणाची ______ आहे.
Starting the first lesson is the 'first step' of education.
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자주 묻는 질문
10 질문It's better to use 'Pahila Paul' (पहिलं पाऊल) for a baby. 'Pahilī Pāyarī' is more for abstract stages.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
The plural is 'पहिल्या पायऱ्या' (Pahilyā pāyaryā), meaning 'the first steps'.
Yes, 'Pahila tappa' (पहिला टप्पा) is a synonym often used in sports or travel.
In Marathi, the word 'Pāyarī' is historically categorized as a feminine noun. There is no logical reason; it's just grammar!
Hindi uses 'Pahli sidhi' (पहली सीढ़ी), which is a direct equivalent.
Yes, 'कृतीची पहिली पायरी' (The first step of the process) is perfect for a recipe.
Not at all. It is used every day in modern Marathi news and social media.
ही पहिली पायरी नाही. (Hī pahilī pāyarī nāhī.)
Not really, but you might hear 'विषयाची सुरुवात' (Start of the matter) in casual talk.
관련 표현
पाऊल उचलणे
similarTo take a step/action
श्रीगणेशा करणे
synonymTo start something new
शिखर गाठणे
contrastTo reach the peak
पाया रचणे
builds onTo lay the foundation
