Meaning
Expressing awareness of something.
Cultural Background
Gujaratis value being 'informed.' Being 'khabardar' (aware/cautious) is a trait of a smart person. Saying 'Mane khabar che' shows you are not easily fooled. In the UK and US, 'Mane khabar che' is often used by younger generations to signal to their parents that they understand the cultural expectations, even if they prefer to speak English. In villages, 'khabar' also refers to well-being. Asking 'Khabar-antar' means asking about someone's health and life. 'Mane khabar che' here might mean 'I have heard about your well-being.' In cities like Ahmedabad, 'Mane idea che' is replacing 'Mane khabar che' among Gen Z, reflecting the heavy influence of English media.
The 'Ke' Trick
Always use 'ke' after 'khabar che' if you want to add a full sentence of information (e.g., I know *that*...).
Watch your tone
Saying it too fast or loudly to an elder can sound like you are talking back.
Meaning
Expressing awareness of something.
The 'Ke' Trick
Always use 'ke' after 'khabar che' if you want to add a full sentence of information (e.g., I know *that*...).
Watch your tone
Saying it too fast or loudly to an elder can sound like you are talking back.
Negative first
Mastering 'Mane khabar nathi' (I don't know) is just as important for a beginner to avoid confusion.
The Head Nod
In Gujarat, a slight side-to-side head nod often accompanies 'Mane khabar che' to show agreement.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'I'.
____ ખબર છે. (I know.)
Gujarati uses the dative 'Mane' for the phrase 'I know'.
How do you say 'I don't know'?
Choose the correct negative form:
'Nathi' is the negative auxiliary used for 'is not'.
Complete the dialogue.
Friend: 'કાલે રવિવાર છે.' (Tomorrow is Sunday.) You: 'હા, ____.'
You are confirming a fact your friend just told you.
Match the phrase to the context.
Context: You want to tell your teacher you are aware of the homework.
This is a polite, neutral way to acknowledge information in a school setting.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercises____ ખબર છે. (I know.)
Gujarati uses the dative 'Mane' for the phrase 'I know'.
Choose the correct negative form:
'Nathi' is the negative auxiliary used for 'is not'.
Friend: 'કાલે રવિવાર છે.' (Tomorrow is Sunday.) You: 'હા, ____.'
You are confirming a fact your friend just told you.
Context: You want to tell your teacher you are aware of the homework.
This is a polite, neutral way to acknowledge information in a school setting.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsYes, in informal settings, dropping 'Mane' is very common and sounds natural.
It is neutral. To make it more polite, add 'Ji' at the beginning or end.
'Khabar' is general news/awareness. 'Mahiti' is specific data or technical information.
You can say 'મને ખબર જ હતી!' (Mane khabar ja hati!) adding the emphasis marker 'ja'.
No, for skills, use 'મને તરતા આવડે છે' (Mane tarta avde che).
Because knowledge is seen as something you possess or that has come to you, requiring the dative case.
Yes, Hindi uses 'Mujhe khabar hai', which is grammatically identical.
Say 'Tamne khabar che?' (formal) or 'Tane khabar che?' (informal).
Yes, but 'Mane jaan che' or 'Mane khyal che' might sound slightly more professional.
It comes from the same root and means 'Be careful' or 'Watch out'.
Related Phrases
મને ખબર નથી
contrastI don't know
મને જાણ છે
specialized formI am aware
મને ખ્યાલ છે
similarI have an idea / I am aware
હું જાણું છું
synonymI know
ખબર પડી
builds onFound out
