Significado
Proposing that it is time to depart
Contexto cultural
Leaving is a process. Even after saying 'आता निघूया का?', expect to spend another 10 minutes at the door talking. Punekars are known for their directness but also their strict adherence to 'shishtachar'. Using this phrase correctly is vital for social acceptance. In the fast-paced life of Mumbai, this phrase is often used to manage tight schedules and train timings. In villages, saying you want to leave is often met with a request to stay for the night. The phrase is used very tentatively.
The 'Ka' is Key
Always include the 'ka' to remain polite. Without it, you sound like you're forcing people to move.
The Host's Resistance
Don't be surprised if the host says 'No' the first time. It's a sign they like your company. Say it again after 5 minutes!
Significado
Proposing that it is time to depart
The 'Ka' is Key
Always include the 'ka' to remain polite. Without it, you sound like you're forcing people to move.
The Host's Resistance
Don't be surprised if the host says 'No' the first time. It's a sign they like your company. Say it again after 5 minutes!
Body Language
Lean forward or start gathering your things while saying this to make the signal clearer.
Don't say it too early
Saying this immediately after dinner can seem like you only came for the food.
Teste-se
Complete the phrase to ask if it's time to leave.
आता _______ का?
'निघूया' is the correct hortative form for 'let's leave'.
Match the situation to the best response.
You are at a formal office meeting and all topics are discussed.
This is the standard way to suggest ending a meeting.
What would the guest say after a long dinner?
यजमान: जेवण कसं होतं? पाहुणे: खूप छान होतं! ___________
After praising the food, it's the natural time to suggest leaving.
Which of these is the most polite way to suggest leaving with a group?
Select the best option:
The question form with 'निघूया' is the most polite and inclusive.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Departure Vocabulary
Verbs
- • निघणे
- • जाणे
- • पळणे
Time
- • आता
- • उशीर
- • लवकर
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosआता _______ का?
'निघूया' is the correct hortative form for 'let's leave'.
You are at a formal office meeting and all topics are discussed.
This is the standard way to suggest ending a meeting.
यजमान: जेवण कसं होतं? पाहुणे: खूप छान होतं! ___________
After praising the food, it's the natural time to suggest leaving.
Select the best option:
The question form with 'निघूया' is the most polite and inclusive.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasYes, it is perfectly polite for a professional setting, especially if the meeting has reached a natural end.
It is gender-neutral. It stays the same regardless of who is speaking.
'Nighuya' implies departing from a place/person. 'Jaauya' implies moving toward a destination.
Not necessarily. It's often said while still seated to 'test the waters'.
If you are the host, say 'अहो, बसा की' (Please stay). If you are a guest, say 'हो, निघूया' (Yes, let's leave).
Yes, to ask if he is ready to start the trip.
Yes, but adding 'आपण' (Aapan - formal we) at the beginning makes it even better: 'आपण आता निघूया का?'.
Say 'मी निघतो आता' (I am leaving now) or 'मी निघू का?' (Should I leave?).
Yes, very common in WhatsApp groups when planning to leave for an event.
Usually yes, but you can say 'निघूया का आता?' for a slightly different emphasis.
Frases relacionadas
येतो मी
synonymI'll come (meaning I'm leaving now)
निरोप घेतो
specialized formI take my leave
चला
builds onLet's go
उशीर होतोय
similarIt's getting late
