Meaning
To state that one is not familiar with the Hindi language.
Cultural Background
In North India, Hindi is the lingua franca. Admitting you don't know it is a standard way to signal you are a tourist. In South India, English is often preferred over Hindi. Using this phrase might actually be less useful than asking if they speak English directly.
Smile!
Always smile when saying this. It makes you seem friendly, not dismissive.
Meaning
To state that one is not familiar with the Hindi language.
Smile!
Always smile when saying this. It makes you seem friendly, not dismissive.
Test Yourself
Choose the correct gender form for a female speaker.
मैं हिन्दी नहीं ______ हूँ।
For female speakers, the verb must end in 'ती'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesमैं हिन्दी नहीं ______ हूँ।
For female speakers, the verb must end in 'ती'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is very polite and helpful.
Related Phrases
मुझे हिन्दी नहीं आती
synonymI don't know Hindi.
