A1 Expression Neutral

मैं आ गया।

main aa gaya.

I have arrived.

Meaning

Informing someone that you have reached the destination.

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Cultural Background

It is common to call out 'Main aa gaya' from the gate to alert family members. In offices, it is often replaced by a simple 'Good morning' or 'I'm here'. Announcing arrival is considered a sign of good upbringing.

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Gender Matters

Always check if you are using 'gaya' (masculine) or 'gayi' (feminine).

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Don't lie

Don't use this if you are 5 minutes away; it's considered rude.

Meaning

Informing someone that you have reached the destination.

💡

Gender Matters

Always check if you are using 'gaya' (masculine) or 'gayi' (feminine).

⚠️

Don't lie

Don't use this if you are 5 minutes away; it's considered rude.

Test Yourself

Select the correct form for a female speaker.

मैं _____ ।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: आ गई

For female speakers, the verb must end in 'gayi'.

🎉 Score: /1

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Select the correct form for a female speaker. Choose A1

मैं _____ ।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: आ गई

For female speakers, the verb must end in 'gayi'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

2 questions

Yes, use 'Hum aa gaye'.

No, it is very polite.

Related Phrases

🔄

मैं पहुँच गया

synonym

I have reached

🔗

मैं आ रहा हूँ

contrast

I am coming

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