In 15 Seconds
- Used to alert someone that they dropped their wallet or purse.
- Combines the English loanword 'Purse' with the Hindi verb for 'fell'.
- A helpful, everyday phrase for markets, transport, and public spaces.
Meaning
This phrase is used to tell someone that their wallet or purse has fallen down. It is a simple, direct way to help a stranger or a friend avoid losing their money.
Key Examples
3 of 6Walking behind a stranger in a market
सुनिए, आपका पर्स गिर गया।
Excuse me, your purse fell.
Getting out of a taxi with a friend
अरे, तेरा पर्स गिर गया!
Hey, your purse fell!
In a professional office hallway
सर, आपका पर्स नीचे गिर गया है।
Sir, your purse has fallen down.
Cultural Background
People are very vocal about helping strangers in public. Similar etiquette applies, often with a polite 'Excuse me' in English or local language.
Be polite
Always add 'आपका' (your) to be polite.
In 15 Seconds
- Used to alert someone that they dropped their wallet or purse.
- Combines the English loanword 'Purse' with the Hindi verb for 'fell'.
- A helpful, everyday phrase for markets, transport, and public spaces.
What It Means
पर्स गिर गया is a basic Hindi sentence. It literally means your purse or wallet has fallen. In India, the word पर्स is used for both men's wallets and women's handbags. It is a helpful alert. You are telling someone they dropped something valuable. It is simple but very important.
How To Use It
You use this when you see a drop happen. Just point and say it clearly. You can add आपका (aapka) at the start for politeness. This makes it "Your purse fell." If you are in a rush, the short version works fine. Most people will understand immediately. They will likely be very grateful to you.
When To Use It
Use it at the market or a busy station. Use it when getting out of an auto-rickshaw. It is perfect for crowded places like Delhi or Mumbai. If a friend drops their bag at a cafe, say it. If a stranger drops their wallet on the sidewalk, say it. It is a universal 'hero' phrase for daily life.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use it if the item is still in their hand! That would be a very confusing joke. Also, do not use it for heavy luggage. For a big suitcase, use the word सामान (saaman) instead. If the purse is just open, this phrase is wrong. In that case, say the purse is open instead.
Cultural Background
In India, people are generally very helpful in public. If you drop something, three people might shout to tell you. Honesty is a big cultural value in many communities. Helping someone save their money is considered a good deed. Using the English word पर्स is very common. Almost everyone in India knows this word. It shows how English and Hindi blend together perfectly.
Common Variations
You can say आपका पर्स गिर गया है for better grammar. To be very formal, use जी (ji) at the end. If you are talking to a friend, तेरा पर्स गिर गया works too. Sometimes people just say पर्स! and point. All of these get the job done. Just make sure you sound helpful, not scary!
Usage Notes
This is a neutral phrase suitable for all social settings. The main variation is the pronoun used (Aapka vs Tera) depending on how well you know the person.
Be polite
Always add 'आपका' (your) to be polite.
Examples
6सुनिए, आपका पर्स गिर गया।
Excuse me, your purse fell.
Adding 'Suniye' (listen/excuse me) makes it polite for strangers.
अरे, तेरा पर्स गिर गया!
Hey, your purse fell!
Using 'Tera' is casual for close friends.
सर, आपका पर्स नीचे गिर गया है।
Sir, your purse has fallen down.
Adding 'neeche' (down) and 'hai' makes it a complete, formal sentence.
भाई, तेरा पर्स यहाँ गिर गया था।
Bro, your purse fell here (earlier).
Using 'tha' implies it happened in the past and you have it now.
सावधान! तुम्हारा पर्स गिर गया, पार्टी कैसे दोगे?
Watch out! Your purse fell, how will you give us a party?
A common joke about who is paying for the bill.
मैडम, आपका पर्स गिर गया!
Madam, your purse fell!
Using 'Madam' is a standard respectful address in Indian cities.
Test Yourself
Which is correct?
Choose the correct sentence for a wallet falling.
Pers is masculine singular.
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1 exercisesChoose the correct sentence for a wallet falling.
Pers is masculine singular.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, but use 'फ़ोन गिर गया'.
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