Meaning
An instruction to accept or receive an item.
Cultural Background
The use of the right hand is mandatory for giving. Even in offices, 'Yeh lo' is considered too casual for clients. Parents often use 'Yeh lo' with children, but children should use 'Lijiye' with parents.
Hand gestures
Always use your right hand when saying 'Yeh lo'.
Register check
Avoid 'Yeh lo' with elders; it is rude.
Meaning
An instruction to accept or receive an item.
Hand gestures
Always use your right hand when saying 'Yeh lo'.
Register check
Avoid 'Yeh lo' with elders; it is rude.
Smile
A smile makes 'Yeh lo' sound much friendlier.
Test Yourself
Which is appropriate for a teacher?
How do you offer a book to your teacher?
Always use the respectful form for teachers.
Complete the phrase.
____, तुम्हारा पेन।
Standard phrase for handing over an item.
Complete the interaction.
Friend: 'Can I have the salt?' You: '____'
Appropriate response to a request.
Match the situation to the phrase.
Giving a gift to a younger brother.
Informal context requires 'Yeh lo'.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesHow do you offer a book to your teacher?
Always use the respectful form for teachers.
____, तुम्हारा पेन।
Standard phrase for handing over an item.
Friend: 'Can I have the salt?' You: '____'
Appropriate response to a request.
Giving a gift to a younger brother.
Informal context requires 'Yeh lo'.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
8 questionsYes, it works for one or many items.
Only if used with elders.
You can say 'Ise lo'.
It shows respect.
Yes, it is common in casual shops.
Use 'Lijiye' to be safe.
No, it is gender-neutral.
This is an imperative, so it doesn't have a past tense.
Related Phrases
लीजिए
specialized formFormal 'take'
पकड़ो
similarHold this
दे दो
contrastGive it
