Meaning
An informal exclamation of wonder or astonishment.
Cultural Background
It is very common in Delhi/Punjab to use this with a sarcastic tone. While Hindi is not the native language, the phrase is widely understood due to Bollywood.
Tone is everything
Use a high pitch for joy and a flat pitch for sarcasm.
Meaning
An informal exclamation of wonder or astonishment.
Tone is everything
Use a high pitch for joy and a flat pitch for sarcasm.
Test Yourself
Which is the correct way to express surprise?
Your friend shows you a magic trick. You say:
Kamaal hai is the standard exclamation.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesYour friend shows you a magic trick. You say:
Kamaal hai is the standard exclamation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsOnly sarcastically.
Related Phrases
क्या बात है
similarWhat a thing!