Meaning
The back side.
Cultural Background
Walking behind (pachhāḍi) an elder or a person of higher status is a sign of respect. It shows you are following their lead. In Jatras (festivals), the position of people 'pachhāḍi' the chariot is often determined by caste or community roles. In villages, 'pachhāḍi' might refer to the other side of a hill or mountain, which could be hours away. The term 'Pachhāḍi pāreko' is used in news and politics to describe marginalized groups who have been 'left behind' by development.
The 'Ko' Rule
Always pair Pachhāḍi with 'ko' when it follows a noun. It's the most common mistake for beginners!
Body Parts
Never use Pachhāḍi to describe back pain. Use 'Dhāḍ' instead.
Meaning
The back side.
The 'Ko' Rule
Always pair Pachhāḍi with 'ko' when it follows a noun. It's the most common mistake for beginners!
Body Parts
Never use Pachhāḍi to describe back pain. Use 'Dhāḍ' instead.
Directional Suffixes
Add '-paṭṭi' to Pachhāḍi to sound more like a native when giving directions: 'Pachhāḍi-paṭṭi hernus!'
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form: [Noun] + ko + pachhāḍi
ढोका ______ को छ? (Who is behind the door?)
The question asks 'Who is behind the door?', so 'pachhāḍi' is the correct spatial word.
Which sentence correctly says 'Sit behind me'?
Choose the correct sentence:
You need the genitive 'mero' (my) before 'pachhāḍi'.
Match the Nepali phrase with its English translation.
Match the following:
These are standard translations for spatial and temporal uses.
Complete the dialogue.
A: शौचालय कहाँ छ? B: त्यो पसलको _______ छ।
In directions, 'behind the shop' is a common way to locate something.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Pachhāḍi vs Pachhi
Practice Bank
4 exercisesढोका ______ को छ? (Who is behind the door?)
The question asks 'Who is behind the door?', so 'pachhāḍi' is the correct spatial word.
Choose the correct sentence:
You need the genitive 'mero' (my) before 'pachhāḍi'.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
These are standard translations for spatial and temporal uses.
A: शौचालय कहाँ छ? B: त्यो पसलको _______ छ।
In directions, 'behind the shop' is a common way to locate something.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsYes, but 'Pachhi' is more common. Use Pachhāḍi for time when you want to sound slightly more formal or emphatic.
Pachhāḍi is a specific point 'behind'. Pachhiltira means 'towards the back' or 'in the rear area'.
You say 'आफ्नो पछाडि हेर्नुहोस्' (Āphno pachhāḍi hernuhos).
It is neutral and can be used in any situation, from a street market to a government office.
Sometimes you see it written as पछाडी (with a long 'i'), but पछाडि is the standard dictionary spelling.
No, but it shares the same root as 'Pashchim' (West).
हिमालको पछाडि (Himāl-ko pachhāḍi).
Yes, very frequently in romantic songs to mean 'following' someone.
The opposite is 'Agāḍi' (अगाडि), meaning 'in front of'.
Yes, in phrases like 'विगतलाई पछाडि छोड्नु' (leaving the past behind).
Related Phrases
अगाडि
contrastIn front of
पछि
similarAfter / Later
पछिल्तिर
specialized formTowards the back
वरपर
similarAround
पछाडि हट्नु
builds onTo step back / retreat
