意思
Requesting higher volume.
文化背景
In rural Maharashtra, speaking loudly is often equated with honesty and 'straightforwardness' (saralpanā). A person who speaks too softly might be viewed with suspicion as being 'gupt' (secretive). Pune is known for its 'Puneri Patya' (sarcastic signboards). You might see a sign in a library saying 'जोरात बोलणाऱ्यांना प्रवेश नाही' (No entry for those who speak loudly), reflecting the city's pride in intellectual silence. In the rush of Mumbai, 'Jorat' is often synonymous with 'Fast'. If you tell a taxi driver 'Jorat chala', he won't start shouting; he'll step on the gas. The Konkani dialect of Marathi is often perceived as 'loud' or 'harsh' by outsiders because of the natural environment (the sound of the sea). People here naturally speak 'jorat'.
The 'Na' Trick
Add 'na' at the end (जोरात बोला ना) to make the request sound much softer and more like a friendly plea than a command.
Don't Shout
There is a fine line between 'Jorat' (loud) and 'Oradne' (shouting). If you are too loud, someone might say 'Oradu nako!' (Don't shout!)
意思
Requesting higher volume.
The 'Na' Trick
Add 'na' at the end (जोरात बोला ना) to make the request sound much softer and more like a friendly plea than a command.
Don't Shout
There is a fine line between 'Jorat' (loud) and 'Oradne' (shouting). If you are too loud, someone might say 'Oradu nako!' (Don't shout!)
Respect the Elders
Even if you can't hear an elderly person, always start with 'Kshamava' (Excuse me) or 'Krupaya' (Please) before asking them to speak louder.
自我测试
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'to speak' for an elder.
आजोबा, कृपया _______. (Grandfather, please speak louder.)
'Bola' is the respectful/plural imperative form required for an elder like 'Ajoba'.
Which phrase is best for a noisy market?
You are at a market and can't hear the price. What do you say?
'Jorat bola' asks them to speak louder. 'Halu bola' means speak softly, 'Bolu naka' means don't speak, and 'Shant basa' means sit quietly.
Match the phrase to the situation.
1. Library, 2. Noisy Bus, 3. Secret
You don't speak in a library, speak loudly on a noisy bus, and speak softly for a secret.
🎉 得分： /3
视觉学习工具
Volume Levels in Marathi
练习题库
3 练习आजोबा, कृपया _______. (Grandfather, please speak louder.)
'Bola' is the respectful/plural imperative form required for an elder like 'Ajoba'.
You are at a market and can't hear the price. What do you say?
'Jorat bola' asks them to speak louder. 'Halu bola' means speak softly, 'Bolu naka' means don't speak, and 'Shant basa' means sit quietly.
1. Library, 2. Noisy Bus, 3. Secret
You don't speak in a library, speak loudly on a noisy bus, and speak softly for a secret.
🎉 得分： /3
常见问题
10 个问题No, it's neutral. However, with elders, adding 'Krupaya' (Please) is recommended.
Yes! 'Gaani jorat lava' means 'Play the songs loudly'.
'Jorat' implies force/energy, while 'Mothyane' literally means 'bigly'. They are 90% interchangeable.
You say 'एवढ्या जोरात बोलू नका' (Evdhya jorat bolu naka).
No, it can also mean 'fast' or 'strong' depending on the verb that follows.
Not exactly slang, but 'Gala kadhun bol' (Speak with your throat out) is a colorful way to say it.
Use 'Jorat bol baala' (Speak up, child).
Use 'Spashta bola' (Speak clearly).
Yes, it's perfectly fine, especially if the audio equipment is poor.
It's a Persian loanword that has been fully integrated into Marathi for centuries.
相关表达
हळू बोला
contrastSpeak softly/slowly
मोठ्याने बोला
synonymSpeak loudly
स्पष्ट बोला
similarSpeak clearly
आवाज वाढवा
specialized formIncrease the volume
ओरडू नका
contrastDon't shout
