Meaning
Strongly agreeing with someone's statement.
Cultural Background
In North India, using 'aap' is non-negotiable in professional settings. Failing to use it can be seen as rude. Modern corporate culture in cities like Bangalore or Mumbai often mixes English, but this phrase remains a staple for showing respect. Younger generations use this to show respect to elders, even when they are technically disagreeing with a point.
Use the 'Aap'
Always use 'aap' with this phrase to ensure you sound polite.
Don't over-use
Using this in every sentence makes you sound like a parrot. Use it only when you truly agree.
Meaning
Strongly agreeing with someone's statement.
Use the 'Aap'
Always use 'aap' with this phrase to ensure you sound polite.
Don't over-use
Using this in every sentence makes you sound like a parrot. Use it only when you truly agree.
Nodding
Nodding while saying this adds to the sincerity of the agreement.
Test Yourself
Which is the most formal way to agree?
Choose the correct sentence.
The use of 'aap' and the full verb phrase makes it the most formal.
Fill in the missing adverb.
आप ______ सही कह रहे हैं।
Bilkul is the standard intensifier for 'correct' in this context.
Complete the response.
Speaker: 'This plan is too expensive.' You: '______'
This is the most polite way to acknowledge the speaker's concern.
Match the register to the phrase.
Match 'आप बिल्कुल सही कह रहे हैं' to its register.
The use of 'aap' dictates a formal register.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesChoose the correct sentence.
The use of 'aap' and the full verb phrase makes it the most formal.
आप ______ सही कह रहे हैं।
Bilkul is the standard intensifier for 'correct' in this context.
Speaker: 'This plan is too expensive.' You: '______'
This is the most polite way to acknowledge the speaker's concern.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
The use of 'aap' dictates a formal register.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
6 questionsYes, it is the perfect phrase for a boss.
Yes, use 'तुम सही कह रहे हो' instead.
The phrase remains the same.
Yes, it's a common short form.
Yes, it's a strong way to say 'I agree'.
Yes, in emails or formal messages.
Related Phrases
सही कहा
synonymWell said
मैं सहमत हूँ
similarI agree
आपकी बात सही है
builds onYour point is correct
