In 15 Seconds
- Use it to ask for a different option while shopping.
- Add 'bhaiya' to sound like a friendly local.
- It is direct, functional, and very common in daily life.
Meaning
This is your go-to phrase when you aren't satisfied with the first option you see. It literally means 'show me another one' and is used constantly while shopping or browsing.
Key Examples
3 of 6Buying a t-shirt at a market
Bhaiya, ye pasand nahi hai, dusra dikhao.
Brother, I don't like this one, show me another.
Looking at photos on a friend's phone
Ye photo acchi nahi hai, dusra dikhao!
This photo isn't good, show another one!
In a formal shoe store
Kya aap mujhe dusra dikha sakte hain?
Can you please show me another one?
Cultural Background
In markets like Sarojini Nagar, 'Doosra dikhao' is the start of a long bargaining process. Never buy the first thing shown. Shopkeepers often sit on the floor and spread sarees out. They expect you to say 'Doosra dikhao' dozens of times. In startups, 'Doosra dikhao' can be used casually when reviewing designs or app interfaces. Even abroad, Indians often use this phrase in Indian grocery stores to maintain the cultural shopping dynamic.
The 'Bhaiya' Power-up
Always start with 'Bhaiya' (Brother) to get better service and more options.
Don't be too aggressive
Saying it too loudly can sound like a command. Keep a neutral, inquisitive tone.
In 15 Seconds
- Use it to ask for a different option while shopping.
- Add 'bhaiya' to sound like a friendly local.
- It is direct, functional, and very common in daily life.
What It Means
Dusra dikhao is a simple, direct request. You are asking to see a different item. It implies the current one isn't quite right. It is the bread and butter of Indian commerce. You will hear this in every market. It is functional and straight to the point.
How To Use It
Place the phrase at the end of your request. You don't need complex grammar here. Just point and say dusra dikhao. If you want to be polite, add bhaiya (brother) at the start. It works for physical objects like clothes or fruit. It also works for digital things like photos on a phone. The verb dikhao is the imperative form of 'to show'.
When To Use It
Use it when the color of a shirt is off. Use it when the mango looks a bit bruised. It is perfect for street shopping in Delhi or Mumbai. Use it when a friend shows you a meme that isn't funny. It tells people you are looking for something better. It shows you are a discerning customer who knows what they want.
When NOT To Use It
Avoid using this with high-ranking bosses or elders. The ending dikhao is a bit direct for formal settings. Don't use it if someone is showing you their newborn baby. That would be very awkward and potentially offensive! In high-end luxury boutiques, use a softer version. Avoid it if you haven't even looked at the first one yet. It can sound impatient if overused.
Cultural Background
Shopping in India is often a collaborative, long process. Shopkeepers expect you to look at twenty items before buying one. They will often pile fabrics high on a counter for you. Dusra dikhao is the engine that keeps this process moving. It isn't considered rude; it is considered part of the 'bargaining' dance. It shows you are engaged in the selection process.
Common Variations
If you want to be more formal, say dusra dikhaiye. This is the 'aap' version for strangers or elders. If you want a specific color, say neela wala dikhao (show the blue one). For multiple items, you might say aur dikhao (show more). If you are looking for something 'different' in style, try kuch alag dikhao. These small tweaks change the whole vibe of your request.
Usage Notes
This phrase sits in the 'neutral' register. It is perfectly acceptable for daily errands. For high-stakes formal situations, always switch to the 'dikhaiye' ending to ensure you don't sound demanding.
The 'Bhaiya' Power-up
Always start with 'Bhaiya' (Brother) to get better service and more options.
Don't be too aggressive
Saying it too loudly can sound like a command. Keep a neutral, inquisitive tone.
The Saree Rule
In saree shops, you are expected to say this at least 10 times before buying.
Examples
6Bhaiya, ye pasand nahi hai, dusra dikhao.
Brother, I don't like this one, show me another.
Standard way to ask for a different style or color.
Ye photo acchi nahi hai, dusra dikhao!
This photo isn't good, show another one!
Friendly and slightly blunt between peers.
Kya aap mujhe dusra dikha sakte hain?
Can you please show me another one?
A softened, more polite version using 'sakte hain'.
Ye trailer boring hai, dusra dikhao.
This trailer is boring, show another.
Used in digital contexts to skip content.
Mujhe ye nahi chahiye, dusra dikhao!
I don't want this, show another!
Shows the demanding nature of the phrase in a child's voice.
Ye thoda mehenga hai, koi dusra dikhao.
This is a bit expensive, show some other one.
Used to pivot the price range during a sale.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'another' (doosra/doosri).
Bhaiya, ye shirt (feminine) pasand nahi hai, ____ dikhao.
Since 'shirt' is feminine in Hindi, we use 'doosri'.
Which phrase is most appropriate for a high-end boutique?
Asking a manager to see a different watch.
'Dikhaiye' is the formal 'aap' form, suitable for respectful interactions.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You want to see more options of the same type.
'Aur dikhao' means 'show more', implying more of the same category.
Complete the dialogue.
Customer: Ye joota tight hai. Shopkeeper: Main ____ dikhata hoon.
The shopkeeper will show 'another' (doosra) shoe.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
When to use Doosra dikhao
Shopping
- • Clothes
- • Shoes
- • Jewelry
Digital
- • Photos
- • Videos
- • Memes
Practice Bank
4 exercisesBhaiya, ye shirt (feminine) pasand nahi hai, ____ dikhao.
Since 'shirt' is feminine in Hindi, we use 'doosri'.
Asking a manager to see a different watch.
'Dikhaiye' is the formal 'aap' form, suitable for respectful interactions.
You want to see more options of the same type.
'Aur dikhao' means 'show more', implying more of the same category.
Customer: Ye joota tight hai. Shopkeeper: Main ____ dikhata hoon.
The shopkeeper will show 'another' (doosra) shoe.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questionsNo, it is a standard shopping phrase. Just ensure your tone is friendly.
Yes, if you want to see a different piece of fruit or a different menu item.
It is 'Doosri dikhao'.
Use 'Aur dikhao'.
It's better to say 'Kuch aur dikhaiye' when looking at a menu.
Related Phrases
Aur dikhao
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Kuch alag dikhao
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Dikhaiye
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Ye wala
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