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Learn new Marathi word, its meaning, and how you can use it in everyday conversations.

Word of the day:

Today's word is Hath (हात), which means Hand in Marathi. Pronounced haat, this essential word is helpful in describing actions, gestures, and activities involving hands. Learning Hath adds a practical touch to your Marathi vocabulary.

Word breakdown: 

हात
Pronunciation: (haath)
Meaning: Hand

Where to use it:

Hath is widely used in expressions related to activities done by hand, gestures, or even assistance (like giving a "helping hand"). This versatile word is useful in both literal and figurative contexts.

5 Usage sentences: 

• माझा हात धर.
  (Majha hath dhar.) – Hold my hand.

• त्याच्या हातात पुस्तक आहे.
  (Tyachya hatat pustak aahe.) – He has a book in his hand.

• तीने तिच्या हाताने पेंटिंग केली.
  (Tine tichya hatane painting keli.) – She painted with her hands.

• माझा हात दुखतो आहे.
  (Majha hath dukhto aahe.) – My hand is hurting.

• त्याने मला मदतीचा हात दिला.
  (Tyane mala madaticha hath dila.) – He gave me a helping hand.

Did you know?

In Marathi, Hath is not just used for physical hand movements but also has idiomatic expressions. For example, hath barobar aahe (हात बरोबर आहे) refers to someone being skilled or accurate with their hands, often used to compliment someone’s craftsmanship or cooking.

Tip of the day:

Use Hath in phrases to make your Marathi conversations sound natural and authentic. For instance, if you’re helping someone, you could say mi tula hath lavtoy (मी तुला हात लावत आहे), meaning "I’m lending you a hand."

To add specificity, you can describe actions involving hands:

• डावा हात (Dava hath) – Left hand

• उजवा हात (Ujva hath) – Right hand
  These can be helpful when giving or receiving directions or instructions.

Your practice challenge:

Today, try to use Hath in your daily conversations, whether it’s describing an activity, offering help, or talking about a gesture.

Notice how the word makes your sentences more expressive in Marathi.

With love,
Nikhil