Meaning
To lie down and begin to sleep.
Cultural Background
It is common to say 'शुभ रात्रि' (Good night) before 'सोने जाना'. Announcing you are going to sleep is a way to respect the elders by letting them know you are retiring.
Gender Matters
Remember to change 'जा रहा हूँ' to 'जा रही हूँ' if you are female.
Meaning
To lie down and begin to sleep.
Gender Matters
Remember to change 'जा रहा हूँ' to 'जा रही हूँ' if you are female.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
मैं अब ____ जा रहा हूँ।
The infinitive 'सोने' is required before the verb of motion.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesमैं अब ____ जा रहा हूँ।
The infinitive 'सोने' is required before the verb of motion.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, but usually it implies the main sleep at night.
Related Phrases
सो जाना
synonymTo fall asleep
नींद आना
similarTo feel sleepy