B1 Expression Formal

कृपया अपनी राय दें।

kripya apni rai dein.

Please give your opinion.

Meaning

A polite request for someone to share their viewpoint.

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Cultural Background

In formal settings, using 'aap' and 'dein' is non-negotiable for respect. Even in English-speaking offices, this Hindi phrase is used to show cultural warmth. Professors often use this to encourage students to think critically.

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Use the 'Aap' form

Always use 'aap' (formal) with this phrase to ensure you sound respectful.

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Avoid with friends

Using this with friends will make you sound like a robot or a boss.

Meaning

A polite request for someone to share their viewpoint.

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Use the 'Aap' form

Always use 'aap' (formal) with this phrase to ensure you sound respectful.

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Avoid with friends

Using this with friends will make you sound like a robot or a boss.

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Add a 'please'

Even though 'kripya' means please, adding 'ji' at the end makes it even warmer.

Test Yourself

Fill in the correct verb form.

इस मामले पर कृपया अपनी राय ______।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: दीजिए

'दीजिए' is the most polite imperative form.

Which is the most formal?

Choose the most formal way to ask for an opinion.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: अपनी राय दें

The 'dein' form is the standard formal imperative.

Complete the dialogue.

Boss: 'We need to decide.' You: '______'

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: कृपया अपनी राय दें

In a professional setting, you must use the formal register.

Match the phrase to the situation.

You are talking to your boss.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: कृपया अपनी राय दें

Always use formal language with superiors.

🎉 Score: /4

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

4 exercises
Fill in the correct verb form. Fill Blank B1

इस मामले पर कृपया अपनी राय ______।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: दीजिए

'दीजिए' is the most polite imperative form.

Which is the most formal? Choose A2

Choose the most formal way to ask for an opinion.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: अपनी राय दें

The 'dein' form is the standard formal imperative.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B1

Boss: 'We need to decide.' You: '______'

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: कृपया अपनी राय दें

In a professional setting, you must use the formal register.

Match the phrase to the situation. situation_matching B1

You are talking to your boss.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: कृपया अपनी राय दें

Always use formal language with superiors.

🎉 Score: /4

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions

Yes, it is perfect for teachers.

No, it is very polite.

It means 'your own'.

Only to friends.

Yes, it is common in formal emails.

They will usually say 'Mujhe nahi pata'.

Yes, it is standard Hindi.

Add 'kya' at the start.

Related Phrases

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अपने विचार रखें

synonym

Keep/present your thoughts

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आप क्या सोचते हैं?

similar

What do you think?

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सुझाव दें

builds on

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