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Marathi Vocabulary - Feelings and Emotions

Hi Marathi learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn about feelings and emotions in Marathi. Being able to express yourself emotionally is important, especially when learning a new language. Emotions are universal, and their expressions vary within cultures. So, understanding the Marathi words for feelings and emotions will give you a better understanding and appreciation of Marathi culture. Let's begin!

Emotions and Feelings

Emotions and feelings are an essential part of our lives, and they can often be challenging to express accurately. However, this is where Marathi vocabulary comes into play, enabling us to express our emotional states. Here is a list of common Marathi words for emotions and feelings.

Marathi	Pronunciation	English
आनंद	aanand	Happiness, joy
उत्साह	utsaah	Excitement
शोक	shok	Grief, sorrow
भ्रम	bhram	Confusion
भय	bhay	Fear
आश्चर्य	ashcharya	Wonder, amazement
फरक	phark	Difference, distinction
संतोष	santosh	Satisfaction, contentment
उत्सुकता	utsukta	Eagerness, keenness
निराशा	niraasha	Disappointment, frustration
शर्म	sharm	Shame, embarrassment
खुश	khush	Delighted, elated
जिज्ञासा	jijnasa	Inquisitiveness

Examples

Dialogue:

Person 1: तुम्ही कदाचित आनंदाने उडणार असाल? (Tumhī kadācita ānandānē uḍaṇāra asāla?) – Are you happy? Person 2: हो, मला अत्यंत आनंद आहे. (Hō, malā atyant ānand āhē.) – Yes, I am ecstatic.

Person 1: काही गोष्टी उत्साहित करतात का? (Kāhī gōṣṭī utsāhit karatāta kā?) – What excites you? Person 2: काही नवीन संगीत प्रतियोगिता आणि कुणाचा गाणं जास्त असेल त्यांचं आणि सर्वांचं जुळून नवं काहीतरी दिसत असेल. (Kāhī navīna saṅgīta pratiyōgitā āṇi kuṇācā gāṇaṁ jāst asēl tyāñca āṇi sarvāñca juluuna navan kāhītarī disata asēl.) – Something new, like a music competition and someone's unique way of singing, which appears different and refreshing to everyone, excites me.

Idiomatic Expressions

Idiomatic expressions are phrases whose meanings cannot be determined from the literal translations of the words they contain. Here are some idiomatic expressions related to feelings and emotions.

Marathi	Pronunciation	English
झालेला दु:ख लावू नका	jhālēlā du:hkha lāvū nakā	Don't add grief that has already occurred.
कोणतिही दु:ख वेलंटाईन दिवशी घ्यायचा असेल तर तोडजावर वर जाऊ नका	kōnatihi du:hkha vēlaṇṭā'īna divashī ghyāyachā asēl tara tōḍajāvara vara jāū nakā	If you have any sorrow on Valentine's Day, do not go to the cemetery.
फोपड़णे इच्छित परयत्न	phōpaṛaṇē icchita prayatna	Trying hard to hide emotions like tears, anger, or sadness.
ऊर्जेचा सोपा उपलब्ध होणे	ūrjēchā sōpā uplabdh hōṇē	To have the required energy to complete a task.

Conclusion

In conclusion, being able to express your feelings and emotions is an essential aspect of communication. Marathi language encompasses an enormous range of vocabulary, which can assist you in developing your Marathi skills. To improve your Marathi vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!

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Sources

• Development of Isolated Marathi Words Emotional Speech ...
• (PDF) Development of Isolated Marathi Words Emotional Speech ...
• Emotion Speech Recognition System For Isolated Words In Marathi ...

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