Meaning
To express that one is running behind schedule.
Cultural Background
In North India, being 15 minutes late is often socially acceptable, but it is still polite to notify. In corporate settings, punctuality is strictly enforced, and this phrase is used to maintain professionalism. In rural areas, time is often measured by events (e.g., sunset) rather than clocks.
Dative Case
Remember that 'मुझे' is the key to expressing states like hunger, cold, or delay.
Politeness
Always add 'क्षमा करें' (sorry) after this phrase to sound more polite.
Meaning
To express that one is running behind schedule.
Dative Case
Remember that 'मुझे' is the key to expressing states like hunger, cold, or delay.
Politeness
Always add 'क्षमा करें' (sorry) after this phrase to sound more polite.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form.
मुझे ______ हो रही है।
The noun 'देरी' is required for the phrase.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the correct sentence.
Dative case 'मुझे' is the correct subject marker.
🎉 Score: /2
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercisesमुझे ______ हो रही है।
The noun 'देरी' is required for the phrase.
Choose the correct sentence.
Dative case 'मुझे' is the correct subject marker.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsYes, you can say 'बस को देरी हो रही है' (The bus is running late).
It is neutral. Use it with anyone.
Related Phrases
देर हो गई
similarIt became late
जल्दी करो
contrastHurry up
समय पर
contrastOn time
