Significado
Requesting silence and stillness.
Contexto cultural
In Marathi schools, 'Shānta basā' is often accompanied by 'हात जोडून' (hāt jōḍūn - with hands folded), emphasizing a posture of discipline. During 'Bhajans' or 'Kirtans' (devotional singing), the leader might use this phrase to prepare the audience for a silent meditation or 'Dhyan'. In rural Maharashtra, the village head (Sarpanch) uses this to maintain order during heated debates about local issues. In a traditional music performance, the audience is expected to 'Shānta basā' to show respect to the 'Raga' and the artist.
The 'ā' Rule
Always use the 'ā' ending (basā) when talking to more than one person to sound natural.
Don't Shush Elders
Telling an elder 'Shānta basā' is considered very disrespectful in Marathi culture.
Significado
Requesting silence and stillness.
The 'ā' Rule
Always use the 'ā' ending (basā) when talking to more than one person to sound natural.
Don't Shush Elders
Telling an elder 'Shānta basā' is considered very disrespectful in Marathi culture.
Add 'Krupayā'
Adding 'Krupayā' (Please) before the phrase makes you sound like a highly educated speaker.
Teste-se
Choose the correct form to address a group of students.
मुलांनो, वर्गात _______.
'बसा' is the plural imperative required for 'मुलांनो' (children).
Fill in the missing word for 'Sit quietly'.
_______ बसा.
'शांत' means quiet, which completes the phrase.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
When would you say 'शांत बसा'?
Libraries require silence and sitting, making this the perfect context.
Complete the dialogue.
Teacher: मुलांनो, खूप गोंधळ आहे. Students: माफ करा सर, आम्ही _______.
'शांत बसतो' means 'we will sit quietly' (habitual/immediate future).
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Where to use 'Shānta basā'
Formal
- • Meetings
- • Library
- • Ceremonies
Educational
- • Classroom
- • Exam Hall
- • Lecture
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosमुलांनो, वर्गात _______.
'बसा' is the plural imperative required for 'मुलांनो' (children).
_______ बसा.
'शांत' means quiet, which completes the phrase.
When would you say 'शांत बसा'?
Libraries require silence and sitting, making this the perfect context.
Teacher: मुलांनो, खूप गोंधळ आहे. Students: माफ करा सर, आम्ही _______.
'शांत बसतो' means 'we will sit quietly' (habitual/immediate future).
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
5 perguntasNo, it is a standard formal command. However, tone matters. If shouted, it can be harsh.
Yes, if you want to be formal or respectful to that one person.
'Shānta' means peaceful/quiet; 'Gappa' means silent/not talking.
Say 'कृपया शांत बसा' (Krupayā shānta basā).
Yes, 'गप्प बस' (Gappa bas) or 'तोंड बंद ठेव' (Tōṇḍ banda ṭhēv - shut your mouth).
Frases relacionadas
गप्प बसा
synonymShut up / Be silent
शांत राहा
similarStay calm
चूप बसा
similarBe quiet
स्थिर बसा
specialized formSit still
आवाज करू नका
contrastDon't make noise
