Meaning
An instruction to perform a task correctly and diligently.
Cultural Background
In North India, this is a very common phrase used by elders to children. It is not considered rude if said by an elder to a younger person. In modern corporate settings, this phrase is sometimes replaced by English phrases like 'Please ensure quality', but it remains the go-to for direct feedback. Teachers often use this to signal that a student's work is below their potential.
Tone matters
The phrase can sound aggressive. Always use a calm tone to ensure it sounds like helpful feedback.
Avoid with elders
Never use this with people older than you; it is considered very disrespectful.
Meaning
An instruction to perform a task correctly and diligently.
Tone matters
The phrase can sound aggressive. Always use a calm tone to ensure it sounds like helpful feedback.
Avoid with elders
Never use this with people older than you; it is considered very disrespectful.
Add 'kripya'
Adding 'kripya' (please) at the start makes it much more polite and professional.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence: तुम ____ काम करो।
तुम ____ काम करो।
The phrase 'thik se' is the correct adverbial phrase for 'correctly'.
Which is the most formal way to say this?
Choose the formal version.
'Kijiye' is the respectful imperative form in Hindi.
Complete the dialogue.
A: मैंने यह रिपोर्ट बना ली है। B: यह गलत है, ____।
Since the report is wrong, the instruction to do it correctly is the logical response.
Match the register.
Match: 1. Tu, 2. Tum, 3. Aap
These are the three levels of imperative conjugation in Hindi.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesतुम ____ काम करो।
The phrase 'thik se' is the correct adverbial phrase for 'correctly'.
Choose the formal version.
'Kijiye' is the respectful imperative form in Hindi.
A: मैंने यह रिपोर्ट बना ली है। B: यह गलत है, ____।
Since the report is wrong, the instruction to do it correctly is the logical response.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
These are the three levels of imperative conjugation in Hindi.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
6 questionsYes, it is very common between friends, especially when playing games or doing chores.
It depends on the context. If you are a boss to an employee, it is a standard instruction. If you are a child to a parent, it is rude.
They are interchangeable, but 'thik se' is slightly more common in daily speech.
It is better to use more formal language in emails, like 'Please ensure the work is done correctly'.
Add 'kripya' at the beginning or use the formal verb 'kijiye' instead of 'karo'.
Yes, from physical labor to intellectual tasks.
Related Phrases
ढंग से काम करो
synonymDo work in a proper manner.
ध्यान से काम करो
similarDo work with attention.
काम पूरा करो
builds onFinish the work.
