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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 Mhanala (म्हणाला), which means said or spoke in Marathi. Pronounced as mha-na-la, this verb is used when referring to what someone has spoken. It’s essential for everyday conversations when you're narrating or quoting someone’s speech, making it a foundational word for communication.

Word breakdown: 

म्हणाला
Pronunciation: (mha-na-la)
Meaning: Said, spoke (used for masculine singular subjects)

Where to use it:

You can use Mhanala when quoting or reporting what a man or boy has said. It’s helpful in storytelling, sharing conversations, or explaining what someone has spoken in the past. Keep in mind that Mhanali (म्हणाली) is used for feminine subjects when a woman or girl is the speaker.

5 Usage sentences: 

• त्याने मला म्हणाले की उद्या तो येणार आहे.
  (Tyane mala mhanale ki udya to yenar aahe.) – He told me that he will come tomorrow.

• राम म्हणाला, "मी लगेच परत येईन."
  (Ram mhanala, "Mi lagech parat yein.") – Ram said, "I will come back soon."

• वडील म्हणाले की अभ्यासावर लक्ष द्या.
  (Vadil mhanale ki abhyaasavar laksh dya.) – Father said, "Focus on your studies."

• मित्र म्हणाला की आज तो व्यस्त आहे.
  (Mitra mhanala ki aaj to vyast aahe.) – My friend said that he is busy today.

• शिक्षक म्हणाले की सर्वांनी वेळेवर यावे.
  (Shikshak mhanale ki sarvanni welewar yaave.) – The teacher said everyone should come on time.

Did you know?

Mhanala (म्हणाला) is used when referring to a male, and Mhanali is used for a female. This gender-based distinction is common in many Marathi verbs, adding nuance to conversations. It's an important aspect of learning the language.

Tip of the day:

Use Mhanala when narrating or quoting what a male speaker has said. If you’re telling a story or explaining someone’s conversation, this word is essential to frame your sentences properly.

If you want to use Mhanala in a more complex sentence, try combining it with different tenses or subjects:

• त्याने कालच म्हटले होते. (Tyane kaalch mhatale hote.) – He had said it yesterday.
  It’s a great way to expand your sentence structure and fluency in Marathi.

Your practice challenge:

Try using Mhanala in your conversations today when recounting what someone has said.

Whether it’s a friend, a family member, or a fictional character in a story, using this word will help you become more comfortable with past tense narration in Marathi.

With love,
Nikhil