Language/Marathi/Grammar/Negation
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In this lesson, we will learn about negation in Marathi. Negation is when we express the opposite of something, or when we deny the presence of something. We use negation often in everyday communication and it is an important aspect of Marathi grammar. Negation can be expressed in a number of ways in Marathi, and it is essential to be familiar with these different methods in order to communicate effectively in Marathi.
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Basics of Negation[edit | edit source]
In Marathi, we use the word ‘नाहीं’ (nāhīṁ) to express negation. For example, if we want to say "I am not hungry" in Marathi, we say "मला भूख नाहीं आहे" (malā bhūkh nāhīṁ āhe). Here, "नाहीं" (nāhīṁ) is used to negate the statement "I am hungry". We can also use the word ‘ना’ (nā) at the end of a sentence to express negation. For example, "मला भूख आहे ना" (malā bhūkh āhe nā) means "I am not hungry".
Another way to express negation is by using the word ‘काहीही’ (kāhīhī), which means "not at all" or "nothing". For example, "मी काहीही करत नाहीं" (mī kāhīhī karat nāhīṁ) means "I don't do anything at all".
We can also use the word "नाहीं" (nāhīṁ) as a standalone sentence to express negation. For example, "कुणीही येथे नाहीं" (kuṇīhī yēthē nāhīṁ) means "Nobody is here".
Negation of Verbs[edit | edit source]
To negate a verb in Marathi, we normally use the word "नाहीं" (nāhīṁ) after the verb. For example, "मी जात नाहीं" (mī jāt nāhīṁ) means "I am not going", and "तू खात नाहीं" (tū khāt nāhīṁ) means "You are not eating".
Sometimes, we use the word "नको" (nakō) as a negation in imperative mood. For example, "धमाल नको" (dhamāl nakō) means "Don't make noise" or "काम कर नको" (kām kar nakō) means "Don't work".
Below is a table that shows how to negate some common verbs in Marathi:
| Marathi | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| मी आहे नाहीं | mī āhē nāhīṁ | I am not |
| तू आहेस नाहीं | tū āhēs nāhīṁ | You are not |
| ते करतात नाहीं | tē karatāt nāhīṁ | He/She doesn't do |
| आम्ही जातो नाहीं | āmhī jātō nāhīṁ | We are not going |
| तुम्ही वाचत नाहीं | tumhī vāchat nāhīṁ | You all are not reading |
Negation of Adjectives[edit | edit source]
To negate an adjective in Marathi, we usually use the word "नाहीं" (nāhīṁ) after the adjective. For example, "हे पुस्तक उत्तम नाहीं" (hē pustak uttam nāhīṁ) means "This book is not good".
We can also use the word ‘काहीही’ (kāhīhī) to negate adjectives. For example, "या प्रवासावर काहीही मज्जा नाहीं" (yā pravāsāvar kāhīhī majjā nāhīṁ) means "There is nothing enjoyable about this trip".
Below is a table that shows how to negate some common adjectives in Marathi:
| Marathi | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| उत्तम नाहीं | uttam nāhīṁ | Not good |
| भरपूर नाहीं | bharapūr nāhīṁ | Not enough |
| दुर्दैवी नाहीं | durdhaivī nāhīṁ | Not unfortunate |
| शांत नाहीं | shānt nāhīṁ | Not peaceful |
| दूर नाहीं | dūr nāhīṁ | Not far |
Negative Pronouns[edit | edit source]
In Marathi, we use specific pronouns to express negation. The most common negative pronouns are "कोणही" (kōnahī) and "काहीही नाहीं" (kāhīhī nāhīṁ).
The pronoun "कोणही" (kōnahī) means "nobody". For example, "कोणही माझी सहायता करत नाहीं" (kōnahī mājhī sahāyatā karat nāhīṁ) means "Nobody helps me".
The expression "काहीही नाहीं" (kāhīhī nāhīṁ) means "nothing". For example, "काहीही नाहीं माझ्या चिंतांच्या उपाय" (kāhīhī nāhīṁ mājhyā chiṇtāñcyā upāy) means "There is nothing I can do about my worries".
Dialogue[edit | edit source]
To help you understand how to use negation in Marathi, here's a dialogue between two friends:
- Person 1: "तुम्ही कोणाला जाणार नाहीं?" (tumhī kōṇālā jāṇār nāhīṁ?) (Who are you not taking?)
- Person 2: "मला कोणाला जाणार नाहीं" (malā kōṇālā jāṇār nāhīṁ) (I am not taking anyone)
- Person 1: "तुम्हाला भूक नाहीं आहे का?" (tumhālā bhūk nāhīṁ āhē kā?) (Are you not hungry?)
- Person 2: "होय, मला भूक नाहीं आहे" (hōy, malā bhūk nāhīṁ āhē) (Yes, I am not hungry)
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Negation is an important part of Marathi grammar, and it is essential to be familiar with the various ways in which we can express negation. This lesson has covered some of the most common methods of negation in Marathi. To improve your Marathi Grammar, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions! For more Marathi Grammar topics, please visit the Grammar page. Practice is the key to mastering any language, so keep practicing and you will soon become an expert in Marathi!
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Sources[edit | edit source]
Well done on mastering this lesson! Don't miss these related pages to expand your knowledge: Marathi Grammar: Spelling and grammar check, Marathi Grammar: Introduction to Marathi grammar: Verbs, Adverbs & Conditional Mood.
Videos[edit | edit source]
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Making negative sentences in English using Marathi - YouTube[edit | edit source]
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
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- Questions
- Adjectives
- Nouns namo नामो
- Give your Opinion
- Nouns
- Pronouns
- How to Use Have
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