Meaning
A statement that reflects reality or facts.
Cultural Background
In North India, being direct is sometimes seen as blunt, so 'सच्ची बात' is used to soften the delivery of a hard truth. In corporate settings, it is used to show transparency during negotiations. Parents often use it to teach children the importance of honesty.
Use with 'तो'
Always add 'तो' after 'सच्ची बात' to sound like a native speaker.
Don't be too blunt
Even if it's the truth, use it carefully in social settings.
Meaning
A statement that reflects reality or facts.
Use with 'तो'
Always add 'तो' after 'सच्ची बात' to sound like a native speaker.
Don't be too blunt
Even if it's the truth, use it carefully in social settings.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
सच्ची बात ___ यह है कि मैं नहीं आ सकता।
'तो' is the correct particle for emphasis here.
Which is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct gender agreement.
'बात' is feminine, so 'सच्ची' is required.
🎉 Score: /2
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercisesसच्ची बात ___ यह है कि मैं नहीं आ सकता।
'तो' is the correct particle for emphasis here.
Choose the correct gender agreement.
'बात' is feminine, so 'सच्ची' is required.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsYes, it is acceptable in formal correspondence.
No, it is honest.
Related Phrases
सच कहना
synonymTo tell the truth
सच्चाई
builds onTruthfulness
झूठ बोलना
contrastTo lie
