Meaning
Expressing a desire to observe something.
Cultural Background
In North India, this phrase is used constantly in daily life, from markets to offices. In corporate settings, it is a polite way to ask for access to data or files. When a guest arrives, a host might say 'Mujhe sab dekhna hai' meaning 'I want to ensure everything is perfect'.
Focus on the Dative
Always remember that the person doing the seeing is the 'recipient' of the action. Use 'Mujhe'.
Politeness
If you want to be extra polite, add 'kripya' (please) at the start.
Meaning
Expressing a desire to observe something.
Focus on the Dative
Always remember that the person doing the seeing is the 'recipient' of the action. Use 'Mujhe'.
Politeness
If you want to be extra polite, add 'kripya' (please) at the start.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct pronoun.
____ देखना है।
The dative case 'Mujhe' is required for this construction.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct option:
Only 'Mujhe' correctly initiates the dative construction.
Complete the dialogue.
A: क्या तुम यह किताब पढ़ रहे हो? B: नहीं, ____।
The context is reading a book, so 'padhna' (to read) is the correct verb.
Match the situation to the phrase.
You want to check your email.
Checking an email is synonymous with 'seeing' it.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercises____ देखना है।
The dative case 'Mujhe' is required for this construction.
Choose the correct option:
Only 'Mujhe' correctly initiates the dative construction.
A: क्या तुम यह किताब पढ़ रहे हो? B: नहीं, ____।
The context is reading a book, so 'padhna' (to read) is the correct verb.
You want to check your email.
Checking an email is synonymous with 'seeing' it.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
6 questionsYes, but it implies you want to meet them. 'Mujhe usse dekhna hai' (I want to see him/her).
No, it is neutral. Use it freely.
The verb 'dekhna' remains masculine singular in this construction.
Yes, like 'Mujhe sach dekhna hai' (I want to see the truth).
Use 'Mujhe nahi dekhna hai'.
Yes, in reports and official emails.
Related Phrases
देखना पड़ेगा
builds onWill have to see
देख लिया
similarHave seen
देखते हैं
similarLet's see
