Meaning
An expression indicating the need for haste.
Cultural Background
In India, time is often viewed as flexible. Stating you are in a hurry is a polite way to signal you are deviating from that norm. Hospitality is key. Using this phrase helps avoid the guilt of leaving a host early.
Dative Case
Remember that 'Mujhe' is the key to expressing feelings/states in Hindi. It's not just for 'I am' sentences.
Meaning
An expression indicating the need for haste.
Dative Case
Remember that 'Mujhe' is the key to expressing feelings/states in Hindi. It's not just for 'I am' sentences.
Test Yourself
Which is the correct way to say 'I am in a hurry'?
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Hindi uses the dative case 'Mujhe' for this state.
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Hindi uses the dative case 'Mujhe' for this state.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, but add 'maaf kijiye' (sorry) to be polite.
Related Phrases
देर हो रही है
similarI am getting late
जल्दी करो
contrastHurry up