B2 Expression Neutral

किसी की बात मानना

kisi ki baat manna

To obey someone's words

Meaning

To follow the advice or instructions given by someone else.

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Cultural Background

In North Indian families, 'बात मानना' is often expected of younger members as a sign of respect for elders. In professional settings, it is used to show alignment with the team lead's vision.

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Gender Agreement

Always remember 'बात' is feminine, so use 'मानी' in the past tense.

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Respect

Using this phrase shows you value the other person's input.

Meaning

To follow the advice or instructions given by someone else.

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Gender Agreement

Always remember 'बात' is feminine, so use 'मानी' in the past tense.

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Respect

Using this phrase shows you value the other person's input.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence with the correct form of 'मानना'.

उसने अपने पिता की बात ____।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: मानी

'बात' is feminine, so the verb must be 'मानी'.

Which sentence is correct?

Choose the most natural sentence.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: मैं उसकी बात नहीं मानता।

This is the standard way to say 'I don't listen to/obey his advice'.

🎉 Score: /2

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

2 exercises
Complete the sentence with the correct form of 'मानना'. Fill Blank A2

उसने अपने पिता की बात ____।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: मानी

'बात' is feminine, so the verb must be 'मानी'.

Which sentence is correct? Choose B1

Choose the most natural sentence.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: मैं उसकी बात नहीं मानता।

This is the standard way to say 'I don't listen to/obey his advice'.

🎉 Score: /2

Frequently Asked Questions

2 questions

Yes, it is common in professional settings.

No, it is respectful.

Related Phrases

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कहना मानना

synonym

To obey what is said.

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सलाह लेना

similar

To take advice.

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बात टालना

contrast

To ignore/avoid advice.

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