In 15 Seconds
- A casual way to ask for help with event styling.
- Uses the English loanword 'decoration' for modern appeal.
- Best for friends, siblings, or close colleagues during party planning.
Meaning
This is a casual way to ask someone if they will handle the decorations for an event. It is a simple question used when planning parties, festivals, or even small home gatherings.
Key Examples
3 of 6Planning a surprise birthday
Kal party hai, toh kya tum decoration karoge?
The party is tomorrow, so will you do the decoration?
At the office before a small celebration
Suresh ji, kya aap thoda decoration karenge?
Suresh ji, will you do a bit of decoration?
Teasing a friend who is bad at art
Tum decoration karoge? Rehne do, main kar lungi!
You will do the decoration? Let it be, I will do it!
Cultural Background
During Diwali, every house is decorated with 'Ladi' (lights) and 'Diyas'. Asking 'Decoration karoge?' is a standard part of the family meeting a week before the festival. In cities like Mumbai and Delhi, English words are so integrated that using the Hindi word 'Sajavat' might actually make people pause to remember what it means. Weddings are massive. While professionals are hired for the main hall, family members often handle the 'Ghar ki sajavat' (home decoration). In the South, decoration often starts with the 'Kolam' (floor art). A mother might ask her daughter 'Decoration karoge?' referring specifically to the floor art.
Add 'Thoda' for Politeness
Saying 'Thoda decoration karoge?' (Will you do a little decoration?) makes the request sound smaller and easier to say yes to.
Watch the Gender
If you are asking a girl, use 'karogi'. If a boy, use 'karoge'. If a group, use 'karoge'.
In 15 Seconds
- A casual way to ask for help with event styling.
- Uses the English loanword 'decoration' for modern appeal.
- Best for friends, siblings, or close colleagues during party planning.
What It Means
डेकोरेशन करोगे? is a straightforward future-tense question. It literally asks, "Will you do the decoration?" In Hindi, we often use English loanwords like "decoration" because they sound modern and clear. It is a call to action. You are checking if someone is willing to take charge of the aesthetics.
How To Use It
The phrase is very flexible. You can use it as a standalone question. You can also add a person's name at the beginning. For example, Rahul, decoration karoge? It works perfectly in planning stages. It is punchy and direct. You don't need complex grammar here. Just point at the balloons and ask!
When To Use It
Use this when a birthday is coming up. It is great for office parties too. Use it when you are overwhelmed with snacks and need help. It works well in WhatsApp groups. If you see a friend who is creative, this is your go-to line. It is perfect for Diwali or wedding prep.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this with your boss unless you are very close. It might sound too casual or like a command. Avoid using it in very formal written invitations. In a professional event planning meeting, use Sajavat (the formal Hindi word). Don't use it if the task is already finished. That would just be confusing!
Cultural Background
Indians love a good celebration. From weddings to small 'puja' ceremonies, decor is king. Marigolds, lights, and colorful drapes are everywhere. Asking someone to help with decor is a sign of trust. It means you value their artistic eye. It is a bonding activity during festivals. It often leads to hours of gossiping while hanging fairy lights.
Common Variations
If you are talking to someone older, use karenge instead of karoge. This shows respect. To make it a suggestion, say Chalo, decoration karte hain (Let's do the decoration). If you are asking a girl specifically in a very traditional setting, you might hear karogi. But in modern cities, karoge is often used generally in casual groups.
Usage Notes
This phrase sits comfortably in the informal/neutral zone. Use 'karoge' for friends and 'karenge' for elders or professionals to stay safe.
Add 'Thoda' for Politeness
Saying 'Thoda decoration karoge?' (Will you do a little decoration?) makes the request sound smaller and easier to say yes to.
Watch the Gender
If you are asking a girl, use 'karogi'. If a boy, use 'karoge'. If a group, use 'karoge'.
Hinglish is King
Don't be afraid to use English words. In urban India, it's more natural than using pure Hindi.
Examples
6Kal party hai, toh kya tum decoration karoge?
The party is tomorrow, so will you do the decoration?
A standard way to delegate a task for an event.
Suresh ji, kya aap thoda decoration karenge?
Suresh ji, will you do a bit of decoration?
Using 'aap' and 'karenge' makes it polite for a workplace.
Tum decoration karoge? Rehne do, main kar lungi!
You will do the decoration? Let it be, I will do it!
Used sarcastically to joke about someone's lack of skill.
Ghar saaf hai, ab decoration karoge?
The house is clean, will you do the decoration now?
Common sibling banter during festival prep.
Mujhe tumhara taste pasand hai, decoration karoge?
I like your taste, will you do the decoration?
A flattering way to ask for help.
Last day hai, sab milkar decoration karoge na?
It's the last day, you all will do the decoration together, right?
Using 'na' at the end adds an emotional plea.
Test Yourself
Choose the correct form to ask your younger brother to decorate.
छोटे भाई, क्या तुम ______?
For 'Tum' (informal), the correct future tense ending is '-oge'.
Fill in the blank with the appropriate word for 'decoration'.
पार्टी के लिए बहुत अच्छा ______ करोगे?
The context of a party and 'making it look good' requires 'decoration'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: कल मेरी बहन की शादी है। B: बहुत अच्छे! क्या तुम ______?
Asking if someone will help with the wedding prep is a natural follow-up.
Match the phrase to the correct person.
Match 'डेकोरेशन करेंगे?' (Aap form)
The 'Aap' form is used for people in authority or those you respect.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Decoration Items
Traditional
- • Diyas
- • Flowers
- • Rangoli
Modern
- • Balloons
- • Streamers
- • LED Lights
Practice Bank
4 exercisesछोटे भाई, क्या तुम ______?
For 'Tum' (informal), the correct future tense ending is '-oge'.
पार्टी के लिए बहुत अच्छा ______ करोगे?
The context of a party and 'making it look good' requires 'decoration'.
A: कल मेरी बहन की शादी है। B: बहुत अच्छे! क्या तुम ______?
Asking if someone will help with the wedding prep is a natural follow-up.
Match 'डेकोरेशन करेंगे?' (Aap form)
The 'Aap' form is used for people in authority or those you respect.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsNo, in formal writing, use 'सजावट' (Sajavat). 'Decoration' is for speaking and casual texting.
It's not rude if used with friends or younger people. It's just informal. With elders, use 'karenge'.
Say 'Main decoration karunga' (male) or 'Main decoration karungi' (female).
'Kar doge' sounds more like you are asking for a favor. 'Karoge' is a more direct question about their plans.
No, 'Tum' is implied by the '-oge' ending. Leaving it out sounds more native.
Ask 'Decoration kaun karega?'
It is generally treated as masculine. 'Decoration accha hai' (The decoration is good).
Usually, no. For digital design, use 'Design karoge?'. 'Decoration' refers to physical spaces.
Gubbare (balloons), Phool (flowers), and Lights.
Say 'Nahi, main nahi karunga/karungi'.
Related Phrases
तैयारी करोगे?
similarWill you do the preparations?
सजावट करोगे?
synonymWill you do the decoration?
मदद करोगे?
builds onWill you help?
साफ-सफाई करोगे?
contrastWill you do the cleaning?
