A1 Expression 비격식체

बिचरा

बचर

Poor thing

Expressing pity for someone.

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문화적 배경

The word is often accompanied by a specific facial expression: raised eyebrows and a slight pout, showing that the speaker is genuinely moved. In the Kathmandu Valley, you might hear variations in the tone, often more melodic, reflecting the local Newari linguistic influence on Nepali. In villages, 'Bichara' is used not just for people but very frequently for livestock, which are seen as family members. Young people in Kathmandu sometimes use 'Bichara' ironically when a friend makes a very small, silly mistake, like dropping a french fry.

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The 'Tsk' Sound

To sound like a pro, click your tongue once before saying 'Bichara'. It adds 100% more authenticity to your sympathy.

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Don't Overuse

If you say 'Bichara' for every tiny thing, people might think you are being sarcastic or insincere.

Expressing pity for someone.

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The 'Tsk' Sound

To sound like a pro, click your tongue once before saying 'Bichara'. It adds 100% more authenticity to your sympathy.

⚠️

Don't Overuse

If you say 'Bichara' for every tiny thing, people might think you are being sarcastic or insincere.

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Gender Matters

Always use 'Bichari' for women. It shows you have a high level of linguistic awareness.

셀프 테스트

Choose the correct form for a girl who lost her doll.

______, नानीको पुतली हराएछ।

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: बिचरी

Since 'Nani' (girl) is feminine, 'Bichari' is the correct form.

Fill in the blank to show sympathy for a group of hungry children.

______, ती बच्चाहरू भोकै सुते।

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: बिचराहरू

The plural form 'Bicharaharu' is used for groups.

Match the response to the situation.

Situation: Your friend's phone screen shattered.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: बिचरा!

A broken phone is a misfortune that calls for 'Bichara'.

Complete the dialogue.

A: मेरो बिरालो बिरामी छ। B: ______! अस्पताल लग्यौ त?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: बिचरा

A sick pet is a perfect context for 'Bichara'.

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시각 학습 자료

When to say Bichara

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People

  • Sick friend
  • Lost child
  • Tired worker
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Animals

  • Stray dog
  • Injured bird
  • Cold kitten
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Objects

  • Broken toy
  • Old car
  • Cracked phone

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Choose the correct form for a girl who lost her doll. Choose A1

______, नानीको पुतली हराएछ।

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: बिचरी

Since 'Nani' (girl) is feminine, 'Bichari' is the correct form.

Fill in the blank to show sympathy for a group of hungry children. Fill Blank A2

______, ती बच्चाहरू भोकै सुते।

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: बिचराहरू

The plural form 'Bicharaharu' is used for groups.

Match the response to the situation. situation_matching A1

Situation: Your friend's phone screen shattered.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: बिचरा!

A broken phone is a misfortune that calls for 'Bichara'.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

A: मेरो बिरालो बिरामी छ। B: ______! अस्पताल लग्यौ त?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: बिचरा

A sick pet is a perfect context for 'Bichara'.

🎉 점수: /4

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

Yes, 'Bichara' is the standard form for males.

Usually no, but it can be patronizing if used toward a superior or in a mocking tone.

The plural is 'Bicharaharu' (बिचराहरू).

It's better not to. Use 'Ma kasto abhagi' instead.

It can, but usually it means 'poor' as in 'pitiful'. For 'no money', use 'Garib'.

Yes, strictly for females.

Yes, it is very common to say 'Bichara' when talking about someone who passed away.

Rarely. It's mostly a spoken expression. In writing, 'Lachar' or 'Daya-lagdo' is preferred.

Say 'Kasto bichara!'

No. 'Sorry' is for your own mistakes. 'Bichara' is for someone else's bad luck.

관련 표현

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अभागी

similar

Unlucky

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लाचार

synonym

Helpless

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धन्न

contrast

Thank god / Luckily

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कठैबरी

similar

Oh, how sad

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