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अशक्य

A1 adjective 10 min de leitura

अशक्य

Impossible

At the A1 level, 'अशक्य' (ashakya) is used in its most basic form to express that something cannot be done. Beginners usually encounter this word when learning how to say 'No' or when describing simple physical limitations. For example, 'हे काम अशक्य आहे' (This work is impossible). At this stage, learners should focus on the word's pronunciation and its position before the verb 'आहे' (is). It is a vital tool for communicating basic boundaries and limitations in everyday situations like shopping, traveling, or simple chores. The focus is on literal impossibility—things that simply cannot happen right now.

At the A2 level, learners begin to use 'अशक्य' with verbal nouns (gerunds) ending in '-णे'. For instance, 'तिथे जाणे अशक्य आहे' (Going there is impossible). This allows for more complex descriptions of activities that are unfeasible. A2 students also start to recognize the word in slightly more abstract contexts, such as describing a person's behavior as 'impossible' or 'difficult to deal with'. They should be able to distinguish between 'शक्य' (possible) and 'अशक्य' (impossible) in simple sentences and use them to express opinions about tasks or plans.

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Intermediate learners at the B1 level use 'अशक्य' to discuss hypothetical situations and express stronger emotions like disbelief or amazement. They can use the word in conditional sentences: 'जर त्याने मदत केली नाही, तर हे अशक्य होईल' (If he doesn't help, this will become impossible). At this stage, the learner understands the hyperbolic use of the word—using 'impossible' to mean 'very difficult' in a conversational way. They also start to encounter the word in news articles and more formal speech, where it describes social or political impossibilities.

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At the B2 level, learners are expected to use 'अशक्य' with a range of auxiliary verbs to express nuance in time and certainty (e.g., 'अशक्य वाटत होते', 'अशक्य झाले असते'). They can also use related terms like 'अशक्यप्राय' (almost impossible) to show a deeper understanding of probability. B2 learners can engage in debates where they use 'अशक्य' to argue against the feasibility of an idea or a theory. They are also familiar with the word's use in popular culture, such as in movies or songs, where the emotional weight of the word is amplified.

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Advanced C1 learners use 'अशक्य' with precision in academic, literary, or professional contexts. They understand the etymological roots of the word and can use it in formal writing to describe systemic failures or logical paradoxes. They are comfortable with derived forms like 'अशक्यकोटीतील' (beyond the realm of possibility) and can use them to add stylistic flair to their speech. At this level, the learner can also identify and use synonyms like 'असाध्य' or 'दुर्घट' correctly, choosing the word that best fits the specific register of the conversation or text.

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At the C2 level, a speaker uses 'अशक्य' with the ease of a native. They can appreciate the word's use in classical Marathi literature and poetry, where it might be used to describe the divine or the transcendental. They understand the subtle shifts in meaning when the word is used in different regional dialects of Maharashtra. A C2 learner can use 'अशक्य' in complex rhetorical strategies, such as using it in a sarcastic or ironic way to imply the exact opposite. Their mastery extends to the word's phonology, ensuring perfect stress and intonation in all contexts.

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अशक्य (Ashakya) means 'impossible' in Marathi, used to describe things that cannot happen.
It is the direct opposite of शक्य (Shakya), which means 'possible'.
In daily life, it is often used as an exclamation to express shock or disbelief.
Grammatically, it is an adjective that usually precedes the auxiliary verb 'आहे' (is).

The Marathi word अशक्य (Ashakya) is a powerful adjective that translates directly to 'impossible' in English. It is composed of two parts: the Sanskrit-derived negation prefix अ- (a-) and the root शक्य (shakya), which means 'possible' or 'feasible'. In the Marathi linguistic landscape, this word is used to define the boundaries of potentiality, reality, and human capability. Whether you are talking about a physical feat that cannot be achieved, a logical paradox, or simply expressing frustration at a difficult situation, अशक्य is the go-to term. It resonates deeply within the cultural psyche of Maharashtra, often used not just as a literal descriptor of feasibility, but as an exclamation of awe or disbelief. For instance, when a cricketer hits an unbelievable shot, a commentator might exclaim, "हे अशक्य आहे!" (This is impossible!), using the word to highlight the extraordinary nature of the event rather than a literal lack of possibility.

Core Definition: Something that cannot occur, exist, or be done; not within the realm of possibility under current circumstances or laws of nature.
Social Nuance: In informal Marathi, it can be used to describe a person who is 'impossible' to deal with—someone stubborn, eccentric, or overwhelmingly energetic.

सूर्य पश्चिमेला उगवणे अशक्य आहे.
— Translation: It is impossible for the sun to rise in the west.

Understanding the weight of this word requires looking at its frequency in literature and daily speech. In Marathi literature, 'अशक्य' often appears in philosophical debates regarding fate and human will. In a more modern context, it is frequently used in business meetings to denote project constraints. For a learner, distinguishing between 'अवघड' (avghad - difficult) and 'अशक्य' (ashakya - impossible) is crucial. While 'avghad' implies a high level of effort is needed, 'ashakya' shuts the door on the possibility entirely. However, hyperbole is common in Marathi; a student might say a math problem is 'ashakya' when they actually mean it is just very difficult. This hyperbolic use is a key feature of native-like fluency.

तुझ्याशिवाय जगणे अशक्य वाटते.
— Translation: It feels impossible to live without you (A common poetic expression).

Furthermore, the word often pairs with auxiliary verbs like 'होणे' (to become/to be possible) or 'करणे' (to make). 'अशक्य होणे' means 'to become impossible'. For instance, 'पावसामुळे बाहेर जाणे अशक्य झाले' (Due to rain, going out became impossible). This construction is ubiquitous in news reporting, especially when discussing traffic, weather, or political negotiations. By mastering this word, you gain a tool to express the limits of reality and the heights of your own amazement.

Using अशक्य correctly involves understanding its syntactic placement in Marathi sentences. Typically, Marathi follows a Subject-Object-Verb (SOV) structure, and 'अशक्य' usually functions as an adjective modifying a noun or a predicative adjective following a gerund/infinitive phrase. For English speakers, it is helpful to think of 'अशक्य' as the counterpart to 'impossible', but with a slightly more formal weight in its standard form. Let's explore the various ways this word manifests in common speech and formal writing.

As a Predicative Adjective: When you want to say 'X is impossible', you place 'अशक्य' before the verb 'आहे' (is). Example: 'हे काम अशक्य आहे' (This work is impossible).
With Verbal Nouns (Gerunds): Marathi frequently uses the '-णे' ending for verbs to act as nouns. 'अशक्य' often follows these. Example: 'पोहणे अशक्य आहे' (Swimming is impossible).

एका दिवसात मराठी शिकणे अशक्य आहे.
— Translation: Learning Marathi in one day is impossible.

In complex sentences, 'अशक्य' can be part of a conditional clause. For example, 'जर पाऊस पडला, तर प्रवास करणे अशक्य होईल' (If it rains, then traveling will become impossible). Notice the use of 'होईल' (will become), which is a common companion to 'अशक्य' when discussing future constraints. In negative questions, it can be used to seek confirmation of difficulty: 'हे तुला अशक्य वाटते का?' (Does this seem impossible to you?). The versatility of 'अशक्य' allows it to be used in emotional contexts as well. If someone tells a lie that is too big to believe, a listener might simply snap, "अशक्य!" as a one-word rebuttal, similar to saying "No way!" in English.

ती घटना विसरणे माझ्यासाठी अशक्य आहे.
— Translation: It is impossible for me to forget that incident.

Another advanced usage involves the word 'अशक्यकोटीतील' (ashakya-kotitil), which literally means 'of the impossible category'. This is used to describe something so far-fetched that it doesn't even belong in the realm of discussion. 'त्याची ही कल्पना अशक्यकोटीतील आहे' (This idea of his is absolutely impossible/out of this world). By understanding these patterns, a learner can move from simple declarations to nuanced expressions of probability and disbelief.

The word अशक्य is ubiquitous in Maharashtra, echoing through the bustling streets of Mumbai, the quiet wadas of Pune, and the rural fields of Vidarbha. To truly master its use, one must observe the contexts in which it naturally arises. It is not just a word found in textbooks; it is a living part of the Marathi auditory experience. You will hear it in various registers, from the highly formal to the extremely casual, each carrying a different emotional weight.

In Daily Commute: In a crowded local train or bus, you might hear: "इतक्या गर्दीत चढणे अशक्य आहे!" (It is impossible to get on in such a crowd!). Here, it expresses physical limitation and frustration.
In Professional Settings: During a project meeting, a manager might say: "हे डेडलाईन पाळणे अशक्य आहे." (Meeting this deadline is impossible). It serves as a formal assessment of feasibility.

"काय सांगतोस? अशक्य!"
— Common conversational reaction to shocking news: "What are you saying? Impossible!"

In Marathi cinema and television dramas, 'अशक्य' is a staple for dramatic tension. A hero might declare a mission 'अशक्य' before proceeding to do it anyway, or a villain might laugh at the hero's 'अशक्य' dreams. News anchors use it frequently when reporting on natural disasters or political stalemates, such as "दोन पक्षांचे एकत्र येणे आता अशक्य दिसते" (The coming together of the two parties now seems impossible). Even in sports, particularly cricket, which is a religion in Maharashtra, the word is used to describe catches, run-outs, or batting totals that defy logic. When a commentator says, "हा विजय अशक्य वाटत होता," (This victory was seeming impossible), they are building a narrative of triumph against all odds.

त्याच्यासाठी काहीही अशक्य नाही.
— Translation: Nothing is impossible for him (Often said of a very capable person).

Lastly, children often hear this word from parents in a disciplinary context: "तुला गप्प बसणे अशक्य आहे का?" (Is it impossible for you to stay quiet?). In this case, it's a rhetorical question used for emphasis. By paying attention to these varied environments, you will notice that 'अशक्य' is not just a static definition but a dynamic tool for expressing the limits of the human experience.

While अशक्य is a relatively straightforward word, English speakers often stumble upon certain nuances of Marathi grammar and usage. One of the most common errors is confusing 'अशक्य' with its close cousin, 'अवघड' (avghad). While both words deal with difficulty, they are not interchangeable. Using 'अशक्य' when you mean 'avghad' can make you sound overly dramatic or pessimistic, while using 'avghad' for something truly impossible can sound logically flawed.

The 'Impossible' vs. 'Difficult' Trap: Mistake: 'मराठी शिकणे अशक्य आहे' (Learning Marathi is impossible). Unless you've given up entirely, you probably mean 'मराठी शिकणे अवघड आहे' (Learning Marathi is difficult).
Incorrect Verb Agreement: Mistake: Trying to change 'अशक्य' to 'अशकी' or 'अशक्ये' to match gender or number. In Marathi, adjectives ending in consonants (like 'य' in Ashakya) are typically indeclinable (Abajya). They stay the same regardless of the noun.

❌ ती कामे अशक्ये आहेत.
✅ ती कामे अशक्य आहेत.
— Explanation: Adjectives ending in 'a' sounds (consonants) don't change for plural nouns.

Another mistake involves the placement of the word in a sentence. Learners sometimes follow English syntax too closely. In English, we say "It is impossible to go," but in Marathi, the subject or the infinitive must come first: "जाणे अशक्य आहे" (Going impossible is). Placing 'अशक्य' at the start without an exclamatory context can confuse native speakers. Furthermore, avoid using 'अशक्य' as a verb. You cannot say "I will impossible this." You must use a helping verb like 'करणे' (to do) or 'होणे' (to become).

❌ हे अशक्य आहे का?
✅ हे अशक्य वाटते का?
— Explanation: While the first is grammatically okay, adding 'वाटते' (seems) is more natural when asking for an opinion.

Lastly, learners often forget the nasalization if they are coming from Hindi. While 'Ashakya' is similar in both languages, the surrounding Marathi grammar (like the use of 'आहे' instead of 'है') is where the errors usually occur. Pay close attention to the auxiliary verbs to ensure your sentence sounds distinctly Marathi.

While अशक्य is the most common word for 'impossible', the Marathi language offers a rich palette of synonyms and related terms that can add precision and flavor to your speech. Depending on whether you are being formal, poetic, or colloquial, you might choose a different word to express the idea of something being unattainable or extremely difficult.

नाही होण्यासारखे (Nahi honyasarkhe): Literally 'not like it will happen'. This is a more colloquial, descriptive way to say something is impossible without using the formal Sanskrit loanword.
अशक्यप्राय (Ashakyapray): Meaning 'almost impossible'. This is used when there is a tiny glimmer of hope, but the odds are heavily stacked against it.
दुर्घट (Durghat): A more literary term meaning 'very difficult to accomplish' or 'rare'. It is often used in historical or formal contexts.

हिमालय चढणे हे दुर्घट काम आहे.
— Translation: Climbing the Himalayas is a monumental/difficult task.

For the opposite of 'अशक्य', the word is शक्य (shakya - possible). You can also use होण्याजोगे (honyajoge - doable). If you want to emphasize that something is absolutely out of the question, you can use the phrase कदापि नाही (kadapi nahi - never/under no circumstances). In slang, especially among the youth in cities like Mumbai, you might hear the English word 'impossible' mixed into Marathi sentences, but 'अशक्य' remains the more authentic and widely understood term across all age groups.

तो रोग असाध्य आहे.
— Translation: That disease is incurable (impossible to treat).

By learning these variations, you can express different degrees of impossibility. 'असाध्य' (asadhy) is particularly useful in medical or highly technical contexts, while 'नाही होण्यासारखे' (nahi honyasarkhe) is perfect for a casual chat over tea. Knowing when to use which word will make your Marathi sound more natural and sophisticated.

How Formal Is It?

Formal

"प्रशासकीय कारणांमुळे हे बदल करणे अशक्य आहे."

Neutro

"आज पाऊस पडल्यामुळे बाहेर जाणे अशक्य आहे."

Informal

"अशक्य आहे राव! तो माणूस ऐकतच नाही."

Child friendly

"काहीही अशक्य नाही, तू प्रयत्न कर!"

Gíria

"अशक्य सीन आहे तो!"

Curiosidade

The root 'shak' (to be able) is also the source of the word 'Shakti' (energy/power). So, 'Ashakya' literally means 'without the power to be done'.

Guia de pronúncia

UK /ə.ʃək.jə/

US /ə.ʃək.jə/

The primary stress is on the second syllable 'shak'.

Rima com

शक्य (Shakya) लक्ष्य (Lakshya) भक्ष्य (Bhakshya) दक्ष (Daksha - partial) पक्ष (Paksha - partial) अध्यक्ष (Adhyaksha) प्रत्यक्ष (Pratyaksha) परोक्ष (Paroksha)

Erros comuns

Pronouncing 'sh' as 's' (Asakya instead of Ashakya).
Dropping the final 'ya' (Ashak instead of Ashakya).
Using a retroflex 'sh' (like in 'shatkon') instead of the soft palatal 'sh'.
Stressing the first 'a' too much.
Making the 'k' sound too aspirated.

Nível de dificuldade

Leitura 1/5

The script is simple and the word is common in texts.

Escrita 2/5

Requires correct spelling of the conjunct consonant 'kya'.

Expressão oral 2/5

Requires correct pronunciation of 'sh' and the ending 'ya'.

Audição 1/5

Very easy to identify in spoken Marathi due to its distinct sound.

O que aprender depois

Pré-requisitos

आहे नाही शक्य काम करणे

Aprenda a seguir

कठीण सोपे कदाचित नक्की शक्यतो

Avançado

असाध्य दुर्घट अशक्यकोटीतील असंभव अघटित

Gramática essencial

Negation prefix 'a-'

शक्य (possible) -> अशक्य (impossible)

Verbal nouns as subjects

जाणे (going) अशक्य आहे.

Adjective placement

Usually before the verb 'आहे'.

Indeclinable adjectives

अशक्य remains unchanged for gender/number.

Conditional markers

जर... तर (If... then) often used with 'अशक्य'.

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हे अशक्य आहे.

This is impossible.

Basic subject + adjective + verb structure.

ते काम अशक्य आहे.

That work is impossible.

Use of 'ते' (that) as a demonstrative pronoun.

आज येणे अशक्य आहे.

Coming today is impossible.

Using a verbal noun 'येणे' (coming) as the subject.

हे माझ्यासाठी अशक्य आहे.

This is impossible for me.

'माझ्यासाठी' means 'for me'.

अशक्य!

Impossible!

One-word exclamation.

पाऊस आहे, बाहेर जाणे अशक्य आहे.

It's raining, going out is impossible.

Compound sentence with a reason.

हे गणित अशक्य आहे.

This math is impossible.

'गणित' (math) is the noun being modified.

तिला विसरणे अशक्य आहे.

Forgetting her is impossible.

'तिला' is the object of the verbal noun 'विसरणे'.

उद्यापर्यंत हे संपवणे अशक्य वाटते.

It seems impossible to finish this by tomorrow.

Use of 'वाटते' (seems) for expressing opinion.

त्याच्याशी बोलणे अशक्य आहे.

Talking to him is impossible.

'त्याच्याशी' means 'with him'.

इतक्या कमी वेळात तिथे पोहोचणे अशक्य आहे.

Reaching there in such a short time is impossible.

'कमी वेळात' means 'in little time'.

पोहणे अशक्य झाले आहे.

Swimming has become impossible.

'झाले आहे' indicates a change in state.

हे करणे अशक्य नाही.

Doing this is not impossible.

Negative construction 'अशक्य नाही'.

मला ते अशक्य वाटते.

I find that impossible.

Subject 'मला' (to me) + object + adjective + verb.

तुला हे अशक्य वाटते का?

Do you think this is impossible?

Question form with 'का'.

तिथे राहणे अशक्य होते.

Staying there was impossible.

Past tense using 'होते'.

जर तू मदत केली नाहीस, तर हे अशक्य होईल.

If you don't help, this will become impossible.

Conditional sentence using 'जर... तर'.

त्याचा स्वभाव बदलणे अशक्य आहे.

Changing his nature is impossible.

Abstract concept 'स्वभाव' (nature/temperament).

हे स्वप्न पूर्ण करणे अशक्य वाटते.

It seems impossible to fulfill this dream.

'पूर्ण करणे' is a compound verb meaning 'to fulfill/complete'.

इतक्या मोठ्या संकटातून वाचणे अशक्य होते.

Escaping from such a big crisis was impossible.

Use of 'संकटातून' (from crisis).

तिने अशक्य गोष्ट शक्य करून दाखवली.

She showed that an impossible thing could be made possible.

Contrasting 'अशक्य' and 'शक्य'.

हे सर्व एका दिवसात करणे अशक्य आहे.

Doing all this in one day is impossible.

'एका दिवसात' emphasizes the time constraint.

माझ्यासाठी ते अशक्यप्राय काम होते.

It was an almost impossible task for me.

Use of 'अशक्यप्राय' for 'almost impossible'.

त्याच्याशिवाय हा विजय अशक्य होता.

Without him, this victory was impossible.

'त्याच्याशिवाय' means 'without him'.

विज्ञानामुळे अनेक अशक्य गोष्टी शक्य झाल्या आहेत.

Many impossible things have become possible because of science.

Instrumental case 'विज्ञानामुळे' (due to science).

त्याला हरवणे आता अशक्य दिसते.

Defeating him now seems impossible.

'दिसते' (appears/seems) adds a layer of observation.

भ्रष्टाचार मुळापासून नष्ट करणे अशक्य वाटते का?

Does it seem impossible to eradicate corruption from the roots?

Complex object 'भ्रष्टाचार मुळापासून नष्ट करणे'.

तुझ्या मदतीशिवाय हे काम अशक्य झाले असते.

Without your help, this work would have been impossible.

Past conditional 'झाले असते'.

हे अशक्य आहे, हे मला आधीच माहित होते.

I already knew that this is impossible.

Use of 'आधीच' (already).

त्याच्या कल्पनाशक्तीला काहीही अशक्य नाही.

Nothing is impossible for his imagination.

'कल्पनाशक्ती' means 'imagination'.

अशक्य वाटणाऱ्या गोष्टींवर मात करणे हाच खरा विजय आहे.

Overcoming things that seem impossible is the true victory.

Participial phrase 'अशक्य वाटणाऱ्या'.

परिस्थितीमुळे तिथे जाणे अशक्य झाले.

Due to circumstances, going there became impossible.

'परिस्थितीमुळे' (due to the situation).

त्याची ही मागणी अशक्यकोटीतील आहे.

This demand of his is in the realm of the impossible.

Use of the advanced term 'अशक्यकोटीतील'.

मानवी स्वभावाचे पूर्ण आकलन होणे अशक्य आहे.

It is impossible to have a complete understanding of human nature.

Formal vocabulary: 'आकलन' (understanding).

अशक्य वाटणाऱ्या ध्येयांचा पाठलाग करणे धाडसाचे असते.

Chasing goals that seem impossible is a matter of courage.

Gerund subject 'पाठलाग करणे'.

त्यांच्यातील मतभेद मिटवणे आता अशक्यप्राय झाले आहे.

Resolving the differences between them has now become almost impossible.

Use of 'मतभेद' (differences of opinion).

हे विधान तार्किकदृष्ट्या अशक्य आहे.

This statement is logically impossible.

Adverbial 'तार्किकदृष्ट्या' (logically).

काळाला मागे फिरवणे मानवासाठी अशक्य आहे.

Turning back time is impossible for humans.

Philosophical context.

तिच्या कर्तृत्वाने तिने 'अशक्य' हा शब्द पुसून टाकला.

With her achievements, she wiped out the word 'impossible'.

Metaphorical usage.

अशक्य गोष्टींचे स्वप्न पाहणे हाच प्रगतीचा पाया आहे.

Dreaming of impossible things is the very foundation of progress.

Abstract noun phrase 'प्रगतीचा पाया'.

त्याच्या काव्यप्रतिभेचे वर्णन करणे शब्दांत अशक्य आहे.

It is impossible to describe his poetic genius in words.

Highly formal 'काव्यप्रतिभा' (poetic genius).

विश्वाच्या उत्पत्तीचे रहस्य उलगडणे मानवी बुद्धीला अशक्य वाटते.

Unraveling the mystery of the universe's origin seems impossible for the human intellect.

Complex genitive 'विश्वाच्या उत्पत्तीचे'.

अशक्यप्राय संकटांना सामोरे जाण्याची जिद्द त्याने दाखवली.

He showed the determination to face almost impossible crises.

Use of 'जिद्द' (determination/grit).

त्याच्यासाठी अशक्य असे काहीच उरले नव्हते.

Nothing remained as impossible for him.

Emphatic 'असे काहीच नाही'.

अशक्यतेच्या सीमेवर उभे राहून त्याने हा निर्णय घेतला.

Standing on the edge of impossibility, he took this decision.

Noun form 'अशक्यता' (impossibility).

साहित्यातील काही वर्णने इतकी वास्तववादी असतात की ती अशक्य वाटत नाहीत.

Some descriptions in literature are so realistic that they don't seem impossible.

Comparison using 'इतकी... की'.

त्याच्या बोलण्यातील विरोधाभास अशक्यतेची साक्ष देतो.

The paradox in his speech bears witness to its impossibility.

Literary 'विरोधाभास' (paradox).

अशक्य कोटीतील कल्पनेला वास्तवात उतरवणे हेच त्याचे कसब आहे.

Bringing an impossible idea into reality is his true skill.

Use of 'कसब' (skill/craft).

Colocações comuns

अशक्य आहे

अशक्य वाटते

अशक्य झाले

अशक्य कोटीतील

काहीही अशक्य नाही

अशक्यप्राय वाटणे

अशक्य गोष्ट

विसरणे अशक्य

बोलणे अशक्य

अशक्य वाटणारी

Frases Comuns

अशक्य!

अशक्य ते शक्य करणे

अशक्य आहे राव!

अशक्य कोटीतील गप्पा

काहीही अशक्य नाही

अशक्य वाटणे

अशक्य होणे

अशक्य गोष्ट

अगदी अशक्य

अशक्यप्राय लक्ष्य

Frequentemente confundido com

अशक्य vs अवघड

Means 'difficult'. Something difficult can be done, but something impossible cannot.

अशक्य vs कठीण

Also means 'difficult' or 'hard'. Often used interchangeably with 'avghad'.

अशक्य vs अशक्त

Means 'weak' or 'feeble'. Sounds similar but has a completely different meaning.

Expressões idiomáticas

"आकाशाला गवसणी घालणे"

To try to achieve something seemingly impossible.

त्याने आपल्या जिद्दीने आकाशाला गवसणी घातली.

Literary

"वाळूचे तेल काढणे"

To try to do something fundamentally impossible (like extracting oil from sand).

त्याच्याकडून पैसे काढणे म्हणजे वाळूचे तेल काढण्यासारखे आहे.

Colloquial

"अशक्य कोटीतील गोष्ट"

A thing belonging to the category of the impossible.

त्याचे बोलणे म्हणजे अशक्य कोटीतील गोष्ट आहे.

Neutral

"शक्य-अशक्यतेचा विचार"

To consider whether something is possible or impossible.

कोणतेही काम करण्यापूर्वी शक्य-अशक्यतेचा विचार करावा.

Formal

"अशक्य ते शक्य करणे"

To achieve the unachievable.

छत्रपती शिवाजी महाराजांनी अशक्य ते शक्य करून दाखवले.

Historical/Formal

"तोंडात बोटे घालणे"

To be amazed by something 'impossible' happening.

त्याची जादू पाहून सर्वांनी तोंडात बोटे घातली.

Common

"गगन ठेंगणे होणे"

To feel like the sky is small/low (due to achieving something huge/impossible).

यशाने त्याला गगन ठेंगणे झाले.

Poetic

"दिव्याखाली अंधार"

Sometimes used when the 'impossible' truth is hidden right in front of one.

तो एवढा मोठा माणूस पण मुलाला सुधारणे त्याला अशक्य झाले, यालाच म्हणतात दिव्याखाली अंधार.

Proverbial

"हातावर तुरी देणे"

To escape in an 'impossible' or clever way.

चोर पोलिसांच्या हातावर तुरी देऊन पळाला.

Colloquial

"पाण्यात काठी मारणे"

To do something futile or impossible to see a result from.

त्याला समजावणे म्हणजे पाण्यात काठी मारण्यासारखे आहे.

Colloquial

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अशक्य vs अशक्त

Phonetic similarity.

Ashakya means impossible, while Ashakta means physically weak.

तो आजारी असल्याने अशक्त (weak) झाला आहे, म्हणून त्याला चालणे अशक्य (impossible) आहे.

अशक्य vs असाध्य

Both mean 'impossible' in some sense.

Asadhya is specifically used for things that cannot be cured or achieved through practice/effort.

हा कॅन्सर असाध्य आहे.

अशक्य vs असंभव

Direct synonyms.

Asambhav is more formal and Sanskrit-heavy, while Ashakya is used in everyday Marathi.

हे होणे असंभव दिसते.

अशक्य vs अघटित

Relates to the impossible.

Aghatit refers to an impossible or strange event that *has* happened.

एक अघटित घटना घडली.

अशक्य vs दुर्घट

Relates to extreme difficulty.

Durghat implies a very high barrier but not necessarily a total impossibility.

हिमालय चढणे दुर्घट आहे.

Padrões de frases

[Noun] अशक्य आहे.

हे काम अशक्य आहे.

[Verb-णे] अशक्य आहे.

पोहणे अशक्य आहे.

मला [Phrase] अशक्य वाटते.

मला तिथे जाणे अशक्य वाटते.

[Reason] मुळे [Action] अशक्य झाले.

पावसामुळे खेळणे अशक्य झाले.

[Subject] अशक्यकोटीतील आहे.

तुझी कल्पना अशक्यकोटीतील आहे.

अशक्यतेच्या सीमेवर [Action].

अशक्यतेच्या सीमेवर उभे राहून त्याने लढा दिला.

काहीही अशक्य नाही.

प्रयत्न केल्यास काहीही अशक्य नाही.

[Noun] साठी [Action] अशक्य आहे.

माझ्यासाठी हे अशक्य आहे.

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Adjetivos

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frequency

Extremely frequent in both spoken and written Marathi.

Erros comuns

Saying 'Asakya' → Ashakya
The 'sh' sound must be palatal (श), not dental (स).
Using it for 'difficult' → Avghad
Don't say 'Marathi is impossible' if you just mean it's hard.
Changing it to 'Ashakye' for plural → Ashakya
It is an indeclinable adjective; it never changes its form.
Placing it at the start of a sentence → Placing it before the verb
Unless it's an exclamation, 'Ashakya' usually comes after the subject.
Confusing with 'Ashakta' → Ashakya
'Ashakta' means weak; 'Ashakya' means impossible.

Dicas

Verb Agreement

Always pair 'Ashakya' with 'आहे' for present tense and 'होते' for past tense.

Hyperbole

Don't be afraid to use it for 'very difficult' things in casual talk; natives do it all the time!

Synonym Choice

Use 'Asadhya' for medical contexts instead of 'Ashakya'.

The 'Ya' Sound

Ensure the 'ya' at the end is audible; don't end on the 'k' sound.

Conjuncts

Practice writing 'क्य' (kya) to make your handwriting look natural.

Motivation

The phrase 'काहीही अशक्य नाही' is a great motivational quote to remember.

Catch the 'A'

The 'a' prefix is small but changes the meaning to the opposite; listen carefully.

Reaction

Use 'Ashakya!' as a reaction to gossip or surprising news to sound like a native.

Visuals

Remember the idiom 'वाळूचे तेल काढणे' for things that are truly impossible.

Step by Step

Start with 'X ashakya aahe' before moving to more complex sentences.

Memorize

Mnemônico

Think of 'A' as 'Absent' and 'Shakya' as 'Success'. If success is absent, it is 'Ashakya' (Impossible).

Associação visual

Imagine a giant red 'X' over a task. That 'X' stands for the 'A' in 'Ashakya'.

Word Web

शक्य अशक्यता अशक्यप्राय असंभव असाध्य कठीण अवघड शक्ती

Desafio

Try to find three things today that you previously thought were 'Ashakya' but are actually just 'Avghad' (Difficult).

Origem da palavra

Derived from the Sanskrit word 'अशक्य' (aśakya). It is a compound of the prefix 'a-' (not) and 'śakya' (possible/able).

Significado original: That which cannot be accomplished or is not within one's power.

Indo-Aryan

Contexto cultural

Avoid using 'Ashakya' to dismiss someone's genuine efforts or dreams in a harsh way, as it can sound very discouraging.

English speakers use 'impossible' similarly, but 'Ashakya' in Marathi carries a slightly more formal tone unless used as a slang exclamation.

The Marathi translation of the 'Mission Impossible' movies uses 'अशक्य' in its titles. The proverb 'अशक्य ते शक्य करिता सायास' by Saint Tukaram. Popular Marathi song 'अशक्य ही शक्य करतील स्वामी' (The Lord will make the impossible possible).

Pratique na vida real

Contextos reais

Work/Deadlines

हे काम वेळेत पूर्ण करणे अशक्य आहे.
डेडलाईन पाळणे अशक्य वाटते.
प्रकल्प पूर्ण करणे अशक्य झाले आहे.
अशक्य उद्दिष्टे ठेवू नका.

Weather/Travel

पावसामुळे प्रवास अशक्य आहे.
रस्ता बंद असल्याने पुढे जाणे अशक्य आहे.
धुक्यामुळे विमान उड्डाण अशक्य झाले.
इतक्या थंडीत बाहेर राहणे अशक्य आहे.

Emotions/Relationships

तुला विसरणे अशक्य आहे.
त्याच्याशिवाय जगणे अशक्य वाटते.
त्याचे वागणे अशक्य आहे.
हे दुःख सहन करणे अशक्य आहे.

Sports/Achievements

हा विजय अशक्य होता.
त्याने अशक्य कॅच पकडला.
इतकी धावसंख्या गाठणे अशक्य आहे.
काहीही अशक्य नाही.

Daily Frustrations

अशक्य आहे हे ट्रॅफिक!
इतकी गर्दी अशक्य आहे.
गप्प बसणे अशक्य आहे का तुला?
हे समजणे अशक्य आहे.

Iniciadores de conversa

"तुम्हाला मराठी शिकणे अशक्य वाटते का?"

"तुमच्या मते जगात कोणती गोष्ट अशक्य आहे?"

"अशक्य गोष्ट शक्य केल्याचा तुमचा काही अनुभव आहे का?"

"लोक 'अशक्य' हा शब्द खूप वेळा का वापरतात?"

"तुम्हाला कधी एखादे स्वप्न अशक्य वाटले आहे का?"

Temas para diário

अशा एका घटनेबद्दल लिहा जेव्हा तुम्हाला एखादे काम अशक्य वाटले होते पण तुम्ही ते पूर्ण केले.

तुमच्या मते विज्ञानामुळे कोणत्या अशक्य गोष्टी शक्य झाल्या आहेत?

जर काहीही अशक्य नसेल, तर तुम्हाला काय करायला आवडेल?

'अशक्य' या शब्दाचा तुमच्या आयुष्यावर काय परिणाम होतो?

एका अशा व्यक्तीचे वर्णन करा जिने अशक्य ध्येय गाठले आहे.

Perguntas frequentes

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Yes, it can describe someone who is very difficult or stubborn. 'तो माणूस अशक्य आहे!'

The opposite is 'Shakya' (शक्य), which means possible.

Absolutely. It is the standard word for 'impossible' in all registers.

You use the word 'Ashakyapray' (अशक्यप्राय).

Both are correct. 'Ashakya' is more common in daily speech, while 'Asambhav' is more formal.

No, 'Ashakya' is an indeclinable adjective and stays the same.

It is a soft 'sh' as in 'sheet', not a hard 'sh' as in 'shun'.

No, it must be used with a verb like 'आहे' (is) or 'करणे' (to do).

It means something so far-fetched it belongs in the 'category of the impossible'.

Yes, it is a Sanskrit word used in both languages, but Marathi grammar surrounding it is different.

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