Meaning
To state one's current activity as performing work.
Cultural Background
Work is often seen as a duty. Stating you are working is a socially accepted way to end a conversation. In modern offices, this phrase is used in Slack or Teams statuses.
Gender matters
If you are female, say 'rahi' instead of 'raha'.
Meaning
To state one's current activity as performing work.
Gender matters
If you are female, say 'rahi' instead of 'raha'.
Test Yourself
Select the correct form for 'I am working'.
मैं ____ ____ हूँ।
The 'raha' marker is needed for continuous action.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesमैं ____ ____ हूँ।
The 'raha' marker is needed for continuous action.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, 'Main padhai kar raha hoon' is better, but 'kaam' works for any task.
Related Phrases
मैं व्यस्त हूँ
synonymI am busy