Meaning
Instruction to speak more quickly or to increase volume.
Cultural Background
Directness is common among friends, but elders are always addressed with 'आप'. In offices, people prefer 'ज़रा तेज़ बोलिए' to avoid sounding aggressive.
Use 'ज़रा'
Adding 'ज़रा' makes any command sound like a polite request.
Meaning
Instruction to speak more quickly or to increase volume.
Use 'ज़रा'
Adding 'ज़रा' makes any command sound like a polite request.
Test Yourself
Which is the most polite way to ask someone to speak louder?
Choose the best option:
'बोलिए' is the honorific/polite imperative form.
🎉 Score: /1
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesChoose the best option:
'बोलिए' is the honorific/polite imperative form.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt depends on the tone. Use 'बोलिए' to be safe.
Related Phrases
ज़ोर से बोलो
synonymSpeak with force/volume
धीरे बोलो
contrastSpeak slowly/softly