Meaning
To perceive the flavor of something by taking it into the mouth.
Cultural Background
In North Indian kitchens, 'chakhna' is a vital part of the cooking process. It is common for the cook to offer a taste to family members. At street food stalls, vendors often offer a small 'chakhna' of their chutney or sauce to convince customers of the quality. In poetry, 'chakhna' is often used to describe the 'taste' of life or emotions, elevating a simple verb to a philosophical level.
Context is key
Always remember that chakhna is for small amounts. If you are at a buffet, don't say you are 'chakhna-ing' the whole table!
Hospitality
Offering a taste to a guest is a sign of a good host in India.
Meaning
To perceive the flavor of something by taking it into the mouth.
Context is key
Always remember that chakhna is for small amounts. If you are at a buffet, don't say you are 'chakhna-ing' the whole table!
Hospitality
Offering a taste to a guest is a sign of a good host in India.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form of chakhna.
सब्जी में नमक कम है, एक बार _____ देखो।
The conjunctive participle 'chakhkar' (having tasted) is used here.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the best sentence.
You eat a full meal (khana), you don't 'taste' (chakhna) a full meal.
Match the usage.
Match the context to the phrase.
Chakhna is for sampling, Khana is for eating.
Complete the dialogue.
A: यह मिठाई कैसी है? B: _____ देखो!
You taste a sweet to see how it is.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesसब्जी में नमक कम है, एक बार _____ देखो।
The conjunctive participle 'chakhkar' (having tasted) is used here.
Choose the best sentence.
You eat a full meal (khana), you don't 'taste' (chakhna) a full meal.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Chakhna is for sampling, Khana is for eating.
A: यह मिठाई कैसी है? B: _____ देखो!
You taste a sweet to see how it is.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
8 questionsYes, you can 'chakhna' a drink to check its flavor, though 'pina' (to drink) is more common.
It is neutral and used in everyday conversation.
Use the causative: 'Maine use chakhwaya'.
Only metaphorically, like 'tasting success'.
Not at all, it's very common at street stalls.
Chakha (masculine), Chakhi (feminine).
No, use 'lena' (to take) for medicine.
Yes, it is widely understood across Hindi-speaking regions.
Related Phrases
स्वाद लेना
synonymTo take the taste
खाना खाना
contrastTo eat food
चख कर देखना
builds onTo taste and see
