मतलब
Speaking softly
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
Speaking in a 'Dhimo Avaj' is a sign of 'Sanskaar' (good upbringing). Children are taught to never raise their voice against parents. In Jain temples (Derasars), silence or a very low voice is mandatory to maintain the sanctity and avoid disturbing meditating monks. While respect is key, in the markets of Rajkot or Ahmedabad, a 'Dhimo Avaj' might be interpreted as a lack of confidence during bargaining. Gujarati Sugam Sangeet often emphasizes 'Dhimo Avaj' to bring out the emotional depth of the lyrics.
Gender Agreement
Always remember 'Avaj' is masculine. If you use 'Dhimi', people will still understand you, but it sounds like a beginner mistake.
Don't say 'Nano'
Avoid saying 'Nano Avaj'. It's a very common mistake for English speakers. Stick to 'Dhimo'.
मतलब
Speaking softly
Gender Agreement
Always remember 'Avaj' is masculine. If you use 'Dhimi', people will still understand you, but it sounds like a beginner mistake.
Don't say 'Nano'
Avoid saying 'Nano Avaj'. It's a very common mistake for English speakers. Stick to 'Dhimo'.
Use 'Dhimethi' for actions
If you want to tell someone to speak softly, 'Dhimethi bolo' sounds more natural than 'Dhimo avaj rakho' in casual settings.
Respect the Elders
When meeting a Gujarati elder for the first time, using a 'Dhimo Avaj' will instantly earn you points for being well-mannered.
खुद को परखो
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'Dhimo'.
મહેરબાની કરીને તમારો અવાજ ____ રાખો.
Since 'Avaj' is masculine, the adjective must be 'Dhimo'.
Match the situation to the correct phrase.
તમે પુસ્તકાલયમાં છો. તમે શું કહેશો?
Libraries require a low volume (Dhimo Avaj).
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct sentence:
'Avaj' is masculine, so 'Dhimo' is the correct adjective form.
Complete the dialogue.
A: શું હું ટીવીનો અવાજ વધારું? B: ના, બાળક સૂતું છે, અવાજ ____ કરો.
If a baby is sleeping, you should lower (Dhimo) the volume.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
Volume Scale in Gujarati
Where to use Dhimo Avaj
Places
- • Library
- • Hospital
- • Temple
Actions
- • Whispering
- • Secrets
- • Respecting elders
अभ्यास बैंक
4 अभ्यासમહેરબાની કરીને તમારો અવાજ ____ રાખો.
Since 'Avaj' is masculine, the adjective must be 'Dhimo'.
તમે પુસ્તકાલયમાં છો. તમે શું કહેશો?
Libraries require a low volume (Dhimo Avaj).
Choose the correct sentence:
'Avaj' is masculine, so 'Dhimo' is the correct adjective form.
A: શું હું ટીવીનો અવાજ વધારું? B: ના, બાળક સૂતું છે, અવાજ ____ કરો.
If a baby is sleeping, you should lower (Dhimo) the volume.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालNo, 'Dhimo' can also mean 'slow' when used with speed (e.g., Dhimi gadi - slow car).
It is neutral. You can use it with friends, family, or in a business meeting.
You can say 'Avaj dhimo karo'.
Yes, 'Dhimo sangeet' means soft or slow music.
The opposite is 'Moto Avaj' (Loud voice).
It is originally Persian but is now a standard part of the Gujarati language.
'Shant' means silent. 'Dhimo' means low volume. Use 'Dhimo' if there is still some sound.
Yes, 'Dhimo manas' can mean a slow or calm person, but it's context-dependent.
It's like the 'th' in 'this' but with a puff of air (aspiration).
For 'Avaj' (masculine), it is 'Dhimo'. For neuter nouns, it would be 'Dhimu'.
संबंधित मुहावरे
મોટો અવાજ
contrastLoud voice
ધીમેથી બોલવું
similarTo speak softly
શાંતિ રાખવી
builds onTo keep peace/silence
ઘેરો અવાજ
specialized formDeep/Bass voice
મૃદુ અવાજ
similarGentle voice
