B1 Collocation Neutral

धीरे बोलना।

dheere bolna.

Speak softly.

Meaning

To articulate words in a low volume.

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Cultural Background

Speaking softly is a sign of respect for elders. In corporate India, speaking softly is seen as a sign of confidence and control. In temples or mosques, keeping volume low is mandatory.

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Context is key

Always check your surroundings before speaking.

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Respect

In India, speaking softly to elders is a must.

Meaning

To articulate words in a low volume.

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Context is key

Always check your surroundings before speaking.

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Respect

In India, speaking softly to elders is a must.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

लाइब्रेरी में ____ बोलना चाहिए।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: धीरे

Libraries require low volume.

Which is correct?

How to ask someone to lower their voice politely?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: धीरे बोलिए

The 'iye' suffix is the polite imperative.

Match the term to its meaning.

Match: धीरे बोलना

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Speak softly

Direct translation.

Complete the dialogue.

A: बच्चा सो रहा है। B: ____

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: धीरे बोलो

Context requires silence.

🎉 Score: /4

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

4 exercises
Complete the sentence. Fill Blank A1

लाइब्रेरी में ____ बोलना चाहिए।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: धीरे

Libraries require low volume.

Which is correct? Choose A2

How to ask someone to lower their voice politely?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: धीरे बोलिए

The 'iye' suffix is the polite imperative.

Match the term to its meaning. Match A1

Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Speak softly

Direct translation.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B1

A: बच्चा सो रहा है। B: ____

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: धीरे बोलो

Context requires silence.

🎉 Score: /4

Frequently Asked Questions

3 questions

No, it is the opposite. It is very polite.

No, use 'धीरे चलना' for walking.

It is neutral and acceptable everywhere.

Related Phrases

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धीमी आवाज़

synonym

Low voice

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आहिस्ता बोलना

similar

Speak slowly/softly

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चुप रहना

contrast

To stay silent

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