Meaning
Stating that something is delayed by thirty minutes.
Cultural Background
In cities like Delhi or Mumbai, traffic is unpredictable. Using this phrase is a standard way to manage expectations. Trains in India are often delayed. Passengers frequently use this phrase to check status boards. In offices, being 'half an hour late' is significant. It is usually followed by a sincere apology.
Be specific
If you are 45 minutes late, say 'पौना घंटा' (three-quarters of an hour) or '45 मिनट'.
Politeness
Always add 'क्षमा करें' (sorry) when using this phrase in a professional context.
Meaning
Stating that something is delayed by thirty minutes.
Be specific
If you are 45 minutes late, say 'पौना घंटा' (three-quarters of an hour) or '45 मिनट'.
Politeness
Always add 'क्षमा करें' (sorry) when using this phrase in a professional context.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct word.
बस _____ घंटा लेट है।
The phrase is 'आधा घंटा' (half hour).
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct option.
Standard Hindi word order is Subject-Object-Verb.
Complete the dialogue.
Friend: 'कहाँ हो?' Me: 'ट्रैफिक है, _____'
This is the appropriate response to being asked where you are when delayed.
Match the Hindi phrase to its English meaning.
Match: 'आधा घंटा लेट है'
आधा = half, घंटा = hour, लेट = late.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesबस _____ घंटा लेट है।
The phrase is 'आधा घंटा' (half hour).
Choose the correct option.
Standard Hindi word order is Subject-Object-Verb.
Friend: 'कहाँ हो?' Me: 'ट्रैफिक है, _____'
This is the appropriate response to being asked where you are when delayed.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
आधा = half, घंटा = hour, लेट = late.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
6 questionsYes, it is perfectly acceptable for professional meetings.
It depends on the context, but it is generally considered significant.
Use 'पंद्रह मिनट लेट'.
It is neutral and widely used.
Yes, but it is less specific.
It is the standard Hindi word for hour.
Related Phrases
देरी हो रही है
similarIt is getting delayed
समय पर
contrastOn time
जल्दी में
similarIn a hurry
