मतलब
The right response to a query.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
The phrase is iconic due to 'Tariq Aziz Show' (Bazm-e-Tariq Aziz), the longest-running game show in Pakistan, where 'Sahi Jawab' was said with great flair. In classical 'Dastan' (epics), heroes often have to answer riddles correctly to pass through magical gates. The 'Sahi Jawab' is a plot device for showing wisdom. In Sufi poetry, the 'Sahi Jawab' is often silence or a paradox, suggesting that worldly logic cannot answer spiritual questions. On Pakistani Twitter, 'Sahi Jawab' is often used sarcastically to call out someone's obvious lie or a 'fitting' clapback.
Use it for validation
Whenever someone says something you agree with or know is true, saying 'Sahi Jawab' makes you sound very natural.
Avoid 'Sach'
Remember that 'Sach' is a noun. You can't say 'Sach Jawab'. Always use 'Sahi'.
मतलब
The right response to a query.
Use it for validation
Whenever someone says something you agree with or know is true, saying 'Sahi Jawab' makes you sound very natural.
Avoid 'Sach'
Remember that 'Sach' is a noun. You can't say 'Sach Jawab'. Always use 'Sahi'.
The plural form
In formal exams, look for 'Jawabaat'. In conversation, stick to 'Jawab'.
Game show vibes
Saying it with a slight pause and emphasis (Sahi... Jawab!) mimics famous TV hosts and adds humor.
खुद को परखो
Fill in the blank with the correct Urdu word.
استاد نے کہا، 'آپ کا ____ جواب ہے۔'
In a classroom context, a teacher validates a student with 'Sahi' (correct).
Which of these is the most formal way to say 'Right Answer'?
Select the formal version:
'Durust' is the high-register formal synonym for 'Sahi'.
Complete the dialogue.
احمد: کیا دو اور دو پانچ ہوتے ہیں؟ سارہ: نہیں، چار۔ احمد: ____!
Ahmed is confirming Sarah's correction.
Match the phrase to the situation.
When would you say 'Bilkul sahi jawab'?
It is used to enthusiastically confirm a correct fact.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
Sahi vs. Durust
अभ्यास बैंक
4 अभ्यासاستاد نے کہا، 'آپ کا ____ جواب ہے۔'
In a classroom context, a teacher validates a student with 'Sahi' (correct).
Select the formal version:
'Durust' is the high-register formal synonym for 'Sahi'.
احمد: کیا دو اور دو پانچ ہوتے ہیں؟ سارہ: نہیں، چار۔ احمد: ____!
Ahmed is confirming Sarah's correction.
When would you say 'Bilkul sahi jawab'?
It is used to enthusiastically confirm a correct fact.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालNo, for answering a phone, use 'Phone uthana' (to pick up) or 'Baat karna' (to talk).
'Sahi' is common and neutral; 'Durust' is formal and academic. Both mean 'correct'.
It is masculine. You say 'Mera jawab' (My answer), not 'Meri jawab'.
You say 'Ghalat Jawab' (غلط جواب).
Not directly, but it can be used to acknowledge a witty retort.
Yes, often to contrast a lover's question with the beloved's silence or response.
In 'Urdish' (Urdu + English), this is very common in cities, but 'Sahi Jawab' is better.
The formal plural is 'Sahi Jawabaat'.
It implies accuracy. A person can give a 'Sahi Jawab' (factually correct) while still being deceptive in intent.
Yes, to validate correct interpretations of scripture.
संबंधित मुहावरे
درست جواب
synonymCorrect answer
غلط جواب
contrastWrong answer
منطقی جواب
specialized formLogical answer
جوابِ جاہلاں خاموشی
builds onThe answer to the ignorant is silence
منہ توڑ جواب
specialized formA jaw-breaking response
