B1 Expression Informal

पानी दे दो।

paani de do.

Give water.

Meaning

A request for water.

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Cultural Background

Offering water is the first step of hospitality. Using 'aap' is preferred for anyone not in your immediate circle.

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Tone Matters

Always smile when using this phrase to soften the directness.

Meaning

A request for water.

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Tone Matters

Always smile when using this phrase to soften the directness.

Test Yourself

Who can you say 'पानी दे दो' to?

Which person is appropriate for this phrase?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Your best friend

This is an informal phrase used only with close acquaintances.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Who can you say 'पानी दे दो' to? Choose A1

Which person is appropriate for this phrase?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Your best friend

This is an informal phrase used only with close acquaintances.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it is too informal. Use 'Ek glass paani, please'.

Related Phrases

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पानी पिलाओ

synonym

Give me water to drink

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पानी चाहिए

similar

I want water

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