Significado
Commenting on the low price of something
Contexto cultural
In local markets, 'sasta' is a relative term. What is sasta for a tourist might be 'mahinga' (expensive) for a local. Bargaining is expected. In a Gurdwara, food is free (Langar). You would never use the word 'sasta' here, as the food is considered a blessing (Prasad), not a commodity. When discussing wedding gifts (Shagun), avoid calling anything 'sasta'. It is better to use 'shandaar' (grand) or 'vadiya' (good). In villages, people often trade goods. 'Sasta' might refer to a good harvest year where grain prices are low.
The Gender Rule
Always check the gender of the noun. 90% of mistakes with this phrase are gender-related.
Bargaining Etiquette
Don't say 'sasta' too early if you want to bargain!
Significado
Commenting on the low price of something
The Gender Rule
Always check the gender of the noun. 90% of mistakes with this phrase are gender-related.
Bargaining Etiquette
Don't say 'sasta' too early if you want to bargain!
Polite Alternative
Use 'vājaba' (reasonable) in nice shops to sound more educated.
Teste-se
Choose the correct form for a feminine noun: 'ਕਮੀਜ਼' (Shirt).
ਇਹ ਕਮੀਜ਼ _______ ਹੈ।
'ਕਮੀਜ਼' is feminine singular, so the adjective must be 'ਸਸਤੀ'.
Complete the sentence to say 'This is very cheap'.
ਇਹ _______ ਸਸਤਾ ਹੈ।
'ਬਹੁਤ' means 'very' and is used to intensify the adjective.
Complete the dialogue in a market.
Seller: ਇਹ 10 ਰੁਪਏ ਦਾ ਹੈ। Learner: _______!
The most logical response to a low price is 'This is cheap!'.
Match the Punjabi phrase to its English meaning.
Match the following:
Direct translation practice.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Gender Agreement for 'Sasta'
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosਇਹ ਕਮੀਜ਼ _______ ਹੈ।
'ਕਮੀਜ਼' is feminine singular, so the adjective must be 'ਸਸਤੀ'.
ਇਹ _______ ਸਸਤਾ ਹੈ।
'ਬਹੁਤ' means 'very' and is used to intensify the adjective.
Seller: ਇਹ 10 ਰੁਪਏ ਦਾ ਹੈ। Learner: _______!
The most logical response to a low price is 'This is cheap!'.
Combine cada item a esquerda com seu par a direita:
Direct translation practice.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
3 perguntasNo, it's a neutral word for price. However, don't use it for people or gifts.
Use 'ਇਸ ਤੋਂ ਸਸਤਾ' (Is ton sasta).
Yes, e.g., 'ਇਹ ਇੰਟਰਨੈੱਟ ਪਲਾਨ ਸਸਤਾ ਹੈ' (This internet plan is cheap).
Frases relacionadas
ਇਹ ਮਹਿੰਗਾ ਹੈ
contrastThis is expensive.
ਮੁੱਲ ਕੀ ਹੈ?
builds onWhat is the price?
ਘੱਟ ਕਰੋ
similarReduce it.
ਮੁਫ਼ਤ
specialized formFree.