Meaning
Stating that something is incorrect
Cultural Background
In schools in Maharashtra, 'Chuk' (X) and 'Barobar' (Checkmark) are the universal symbols. Teachers use 'He chukiche aahe' frequently to encourage students to find the right logic. The phrase has a strong history in social activism. Reformers used it to challenge 'Andhashraddha' (blind faith) and social inequality. In Pune, known for its sophisticated Marathi, people might use sarcasm instead of saying 'He chukiche aahe' directly. They might say 'हे जरा जास्तच बरोबर आहे' (This is a bit too correct) to mean it's wrong. In a Marathi business context, pointing out a mistake is expected to be quick and factual. 'He chukiche aahe' is preferred over long explanations to save time.
Gender Matters
If you are talking about a feminine noun like 'batmi' (news), say 'Hi batmi chukichi aahe'.
Don't be too blunt
With elders, use 'He barobar naahi ka?' (Is this not right?) to be more polite.
Meaning
Stating that something is incorrect
Gender Matters
If you are talking about a feminine noun like 'batmi' (news), say 'Hi batmi chukichi aahe'.
Don't be too blunt
With elders, use 'He barobar naahi ka?' (Is this not right?) to be more polite.
Emphasis
Add 'साफ' (saaf) before 'chukiche' to say 'This is clearly wrong'.
Body Language
A slight shake of the head often accompanies this phrase in Maharashtra.
Test Yourself
How do you say 'This is wrong' in Marathi?
Choose the correct phrase:
'He chukiche aahe' is the direct translation of 'This is wrong'.
Complete the sentence to say 'This answer is wrong'.
हे उत्तर _______ आहे.
'Chukiche' is the adjective needed to describe the 'Uttar' (answer).
Complete the dialogue.
A: २ + २ = ५. B: नाही, _______.
When someone makes a math error, you correct them with 'He chukiche aahe'.
Match the situation to the response.
You receive a bill for 1000 rupees but you only ate a 50 rupee snack.
You use 'He chukiche aahe' to point out a financial error.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Gender Agreement
Practice Bank
4 exercisesChoose the correct phrase:
'He chukiche aahe' is the direct translation of 'This is wrong'.
हे उत्तर _______ आहे.
'Chukiche' is the adjective needed to describe the 'Uttar' (answer).
A: २ + २ = ५. B: नाही, _______.
When someone makes a math error, you correct them with 'He chukiche aahe'.
You receive a bill for 1000 rupees but you only ate a 50 rupee snack.
You use 'He chukiche aahe' to point out a financial error.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsYes, in very informal settings, just saying 'Chuk!' is like saying 'Wrong!' or 'Error!'.
The opposite is 'He barobar aahe' (This is right/correct).
No, for people use 'chukicha' (m) or 'chukichi' (f). 'Chukiche' is for things (neuter).
Say 'मला वाटते की तुम्ही चुकताय' (I think you are making a mistake).
Yes, it is perfectly acceptable in formal reports and essays.
'Chuk' is the noun 'mistake'. 'Chukiche' is the adjective 'wrong'.
Yes, 'Chuk' or 'Chukiche' is the standard for 'False'.
Only if you change the tense (e.g., 'hote' for 'was').
Slang often uses 'विषय संपला' (subject over) to mean something is so wrong it's not worth discussing.
Say 'हे पूर्णपणे चुकीचे आहे'.
Related Phrases
हे बरोबर नाही
similarThis is not right
ही चूक आहे
synonymThis is a mistake
हे खोटे आहे
contrastThis is a lie/false
हे योग्य नाही
specialized formThis is not appropriate
दुरुस्त करा
builds onCorrect it / Repair it
