A1 Expression 격식체

शांत बसा

शत बस

Sit quietly

Requesting silence and stillness.

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문화적 배경

In Marathi schools, 'Shānta basā' is often accompanied by 'हात जोडून' (hāt jōḍūn - with hands folded), emphasizing a posture of discipline. During 'Bhajans' or 'Kirtans' (devotional singing), the leader might use this phrase to prepare the audience for a silent meditation or 'Dhyan'. In rural Maharashtra, the village head (Sarpanch) uses this to maintain order during heated debates about local issues. In a traditional music performance, the audience is expected to 'Shānta basā' to show respect to the 'Raga' and the artist.

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The 'ā' Rule

Always use the 'ā' ending (basā) when talking to more than one person to sound natural.

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Don't Shush Elders

Telling an elder 'Shānta basā' is considered very disrespectful in Marathi culture.

Requesting silence and stillness.

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The 'ā' Rule

Always use the 'ā' ending (basā) when talking to more than one person to sound natural.

⚠️

Don't Shush Elders

Telling an elder 'Shānta basā' is considered very disrespectful in Marathi culture.

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Add 'Krupayā'

Adding 'Krupayā' (Please) before the phrase makes you sound like a highly educated speaker.

셀프 테스트

Choose the correct form to address a group of students.

मुलांनो, वर्गात _______.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: शांत बसा

'बसा' is the plural imperative required for 'मुलांनो' (children).

Fill in the missing word for 'Sit quietly'.

_______ बसा.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: शांत

'शांत' means quiet, which completes the phrase.

Match the phrase to the correct situation.

When would you say 'शांत बसा'?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: In a library

Libraries require silence and sitting, making this the perfect context.

Complete the dialogue.

Teacher: मुलांनो, खूप गोंधळ आहे. Students: माफ करा सर, आम्ही _______.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: शांत बसतो

'शांत बसतो' means 'we will sit quietly' (habitual/immediate future).

🎉 점수: /4

시각 학습 자료

Where to use 'Shānta basā'

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Formal

  • Meetings
  • Library
  • Ceremonies
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Educational

  • Classroom
  • Exam Hall
  • Lecture

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Choose the correct form to address a group of students. Choose A1

मुलांनो, वर्गात _______.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: शांत बसा

'बसा' is the plural imperative required for 'मुलांनो' (children).

Fill in the missing word for 'Sit quietly'. Fill Blank A1

_______ बसा.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: शांत

'शांत' means quiet, which completes the phrase.

Match the phrase to the correct situation. situation_matching A1

When would you say 'शांत बसा'?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: In a library

Libraries require silence and sitting, making this the perfect context.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

Teacher: मुलांनो, खूप गोंधळ आहे. Students: माफ करा सर, आम्ही _______.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: शांत बसतो

'शांत बसतो' means 'we will sit quietly' (habitual/immediate future).

🎉 점수: /4

자주 묻는 질문

5 질문

No, it is a standard formal command. However, tone matters. If shouted, it can be harsh.

Yes, if you want to be formal or respectful to that one person.

'Shānta' means peaceful/quiet; 'Gappa' means silent/not talking.

Say 'कृपया शांत बसा' (Krupayā shānta basā).

Yes, 'गप्प बस' (Gappa bas) or 'तोंड बंद ठेव' (Tōṇḍ banda ṭhēv - shut your mouth).

관련 표현

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गप्प बसा

synonym

Shut up / Be silent

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शांत राहा

similar

Stay calm

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चूप बसा

similar

Be quiet

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स्थिर बसा

specialized form

Sit still

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आवाज करू नका

contrast

Don't make noise

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