B2
Expression
Neutral
Meaning
Expressing strong negative emotion about something that is genuinely awful or dreadful.
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Cultural Background
In North India, using 'तो' is essential for sounding natural.
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Use 'तो'
Always include 'तो' to sound like a native speaker.
Meaning
Expressing strong negative emotion about something that is genuinely awful or dreadful.
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Use 'तो'
Always include 'तो' to sound like a native speaker.
Test Yourself
Select the most appropriate response to hearing about a tragic accident.
Friend: 'I lost my house in the fire.' You: ...
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: यह तो सचमुच भयानक है।
This is the only empathetic response.
🎉 Score: /1
Practice Bank
1 exercises
Select the most appropriate response to hearing about a tragic accident.
Choose
B1
Friend: 'I lost my house in the fire.' You: ...
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: यह तो सचमुच भयानक है।
This is the only empathetic response.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, if the news is serious.
Related Phrases
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बहुत बुरा हुआ
synonymThat happened very badly
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