Meaning
A polite request to accelerate an action.
Cultural Background
In North India, politeness is often layered. 'Jaldi kijiye' is the standard polite form. In modern corporate offices, English is often mixed, but 'Jaldi kijiye' remains the preferred Hindi phrase. Elders might use 'Jaldi karo' to younger ones, but younger ones must use 'Jaldi kijiye' to elders.
Use 'Kripya'
Adding 'Kripya' (Please) makes it even more polite.
Watch the tone
Even a polite phrase can sound rude if said with an angry tone.
Meaning
A polite request to accelerate an action.
Use 'Kripya'
Adding 'Kripya' (Please) makes it even more polite.
Watch the tone
Even a polite phrase can sound rude if said with an angry tone.
Body language
A slight nod or smile helps soften the request.
Test Yourself
Which is the most formal way to say 'Hurry up'?
A) जल्दी करो B) जल्दी कीजिए C) जल्दी कर
'Kijiye' is the formal honorific.
Complete the sentence.
कृपया ______ कीजिए। (Hurry up)
'Jaldi' means speed.
Match the register to the person.
Who do you say 'जल्दी कीजिए' to?
Use formal language with superiors.
Complete the dialogue.
A: We are late! B: ______
Fits the context of being late.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesA) जल्दी करो B) जल्दी कीजिए C) जल्दी कर
'Kijiye' is the formal honorific.
कृपया ______ कीजिए। (Hurry up)
'Jaldi' means speed.
Who do you say 'जल्दी कीजिए' to?
Use formal language with superiors.
A: We are late! B: ______
Fits the context of being late.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
8 questionsYes, it is very appropriate for teachers.
Not if you use 'kijiye'.
Use 'bahut jaldi'.
Yes, in formal emails.
No, it's an imperative for others.
No, it works for everyone.
It is the same.
Yes, it is standard Hindi.
Related Phrases
देर हो रही है
builds onIt is getting late
जल्दी करो
contrastHurry up (informal)
समय पर
similarOn time
