意思
Number one or the best.
文化背景
In Mumbai, 'Ek Number' is part of the 'Bambaiya' dialect, a mix of Marathi, Hindi, and English. It's often said with a specific hand gesture—a thumbs up or a flick of the hand. Modern Marathi films use this phrase to ground characters in reality. It's a signifier of a 'hero of the masses'. Even in the more traditional city of Pune, food bloggers and youth use 'Ek Number' to describe the perfect 'Misal Pav'. On Instagram and TikTok, #EkNumber is a trending hashtag for Marathi content creators to showcase talent or beautiful locations.
The Thumbs Up
Always pair 'Ek Number' with a thumbs up or a nod for maximum native effect.
Formal Limits
Don't use this in a written job application; use 'Utkrushta' instead.
意思
Number one or the best.
The Thumbs Up
Always pair 'Ek Number' with a thumbs up or a nod for maximum native effect.
Formal Limits
Don't use this in a written job application; use 'Utkrushta' instead.
The 'Ch' Factor
Use 'Ekach Number' when you want to say something is the BEST thing you've ever seen.
自我测试
Fill in the blank with the correct slang for 'excellent'.
हा आंबा खूप गोड आहे, चव तर _______ आहे!
To praise the taste of the mango, 'Ek Number' is the appropriate slang.
Which of these is a slang way to say 'Great job'?
Choose the best option:
'Ek Number Kaam' is a common way to praise someone's work.
Complete the dialogue.
A: तुझा नवीन ड्रेस कसा आहे? B: _______!
If the person likes their new dress, they would use 'Ek Number'.
Match the situation to the response.
Situation: You just ate the best Puran Poli of your life.
Exclaiming 'Ek Number!' shows high appreciation for food.
🎉 得分： /4
视觉学习工具
What can be 'Ek Number'?
Food
- • Vada Pav
- • Misal
- • Puran Poli
People
- • Friends
- • Cricket Players
- • Actors
Experiences
- • Parties
- • Movies
- • Trips
练习题库
4 练习हा आंबा खूप गोड आहे, चव तर _______ आहे!
To praise the taste of the mango, 'Ek Number' is the appropriate slang.
Choose the best option:
'Ek Number Kaam' is a common way to praise someone's work.
A: तुझा नवीन ड्रेस कसा आहे? B: _______!
If the person likes their new dress, they would use 'Ek Number'.
Situation: You just ate the best Puran Poli of your life.
Exclaiming 'Ek Number!' shows high appreciation for food.
🎉 得分： /4
常见问题
14 个问题It is used in both, but it has a very strong, distinct identity in Marathi slang, especially in Mumbai and Pune.
Yes! You can say 'Tu ek number aahes' to mean 'You are the best'.
No, it is invariant. It stays 'Ek Number' for everything.
There isn't a direct numerical opposite like 'Ten Number'. People usually say 'Third class' or 'Bakwas' for something bad.
Not rude, but very casual. It's like saying 'This is dope' in English.
Only if your boss is young and you have a very friendly, casual relationship. Otherwise, avoid it.
The 'ch' adds emphasis, meaning 'The one and only number one'.
Yes, but phrases like 'Lay Bhari' are more traditional in rural areas. 'Ek Number' is spreading fast due to social media.
No, it is strictly for positive or high-energy situations.
It usually means a fraud or a con artist. Be careful with that extra 'i'!
It's perfect! It's easy to remember and requires no grammar changes.
It is written as 'एक नंबर'.
Literally, yes. But in conversation, it almost always means 'Excellent'.
Yes! 'Aaj haman ek number aahe' means the weather is perfect.
相关表达
लय भारी
synonymVery great / Awesome
झकास
synonymSuperb
कडक
similarHard / Tight / Excellent
नाद खुळा
builds onMind-blowing
एक नंबरचा
specialized formOf the first order
