A2 Expression غير رسمي 2 دقيقة للقراءة

जल्दी बोलो

Speak quickly

حرفيًا: Quickly speak

Use it to get to the point quickly with friends, but avoid it with superiors.

في 15 ثانية

  • A direct command to speed up a conversation or get information.
  • Best used with friends, siblings, or in busy marketplaces.
  • Can sound rude if used with elders or in formal settings.

المعنى

This is a direct way to tell someone to hurry up and say what they need to say. Use it when you are in a rush or when someone is taking too long to get to the point.

أمثلة رئيسية

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1

Running late for a train with a friend

Train chali jayegi, jaldi bolo kya chahiye!

The train will leave, speak quickly, what do you want!

😊
2

Ordering at a crowded tea stall

Bhaiya, jaldi bolo kitne paise hue?

Brother, tell me quickly how much money is it?

😊
3

Asking a colleague for a quick update

Mere paas meeting hai, jaldi boliye.

I have a meeting, please speak quickly.

💼
🌍

خلفية ثقافية

The word 'Jaldi' is a staple in Indian households, often shouted across rooms to get kids ready for school. While Indian culture is known for long, winding stories, this phrase represents the modern, urban shift toward efficiency and quick communication.

💡

The 'Bhi' Factor

Add `bhi` at the end (`Jaldi bolo bhi!`) to sound extra impatient, like 'Come on, just say it!'

⚠️

Watch the Tone

If you say it too loudly, it can sound like you are angry rather than just in a hurry.

في 15 ثانية

  • A direct command to speed up a conversation or get information.
  • Best used with friends, siblings, or in busy marketplaces.
  • Can sound rude if used with elders or in formal settings.

What It Means

Jaldi bolo is your go-to phrase for speeding up a conversation. It literally means "speak quickly." You use it when the clock is ticking. It is not about the speed of the words. It is about getting the information right now. Think of it as "spit it out" or "hurry up."

How To Use It

Place jaldi (quickly) before the verb bolo (speak). It is short, punchy, and very effective. You can use it as a standalone command. You can also add it to the start of a sentence. It works best in spoken Hindi. In texts, it shows you are busy. It is a very versatile tool for your daily kit.

When To Use It

You are late for a movie. Your friend is telling a long story. You say jaldi bolo to get the ending. Use it at a busy street food stall. The vendor needs your order fast. Use it when your phone battery is at 1%. It is perfect for high-pressure, high-speed moments.

When NOT To Use It

Never use this with your boss or elders. It sounds quite demanding. In India, speaking fast to an elder is often seen as rude. Avoid it during a first date or a serious apology. You do not want to rush deep emotions. If someone is crying, jaldi bolo will definitely make things worse. Use a softer tone there instead.

Cultural Background

Time in India can be fluid, but city life is fast. In places like Mumbai or Delhi, everyone is rushing. Jaldi is a lifestyle word in these hubs. The phrase reflects the hustle of the local markets. It shows a preference for directness in casual settings. It is the sound of a culture on the move.

Common Variations

For more respect, use jaldi boliye. This is the formal version for strangers. If you are talking to a very close friend, try jaldi bol. It is even shorter and more blunt. You might also hear jaldi batao, which means "tell me quickly." All of these keep the energy high and the pace fast.

ملاحظات الاستخدام

The phrase is inherently informal. Use the suffix '-iye' (`boliye`) to make it neutral or formal. Avoid using the root form `bol` unless you are very close to the person.

💡

The 'Bhi' Factor

Add `bhi` at the end (`Jaldi bolo bhi!`) to sound extra impatient, like 'Come on, just say it!'

⚠️

Watch the Tone

If you say it too loudly, it can sound like you are angry rather than just in a hurry.

💬

The Head Shake

In India, pairing this with a quick side-to-side head nod makes you sound like a local pro.

أمثلة

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#1 Running late for a train with a friend
😊

Train chali jayegi, jaldi bolo kya chahiye!

The train will leave, speak quickly, what do you want!

Used here to emphasize the urgency of the situation.

#2 Ordering at a crowded tea stall
😊

Bhaiya, jaldi bolo kitne paise hue?

Brother, tell me quickly how much money is it?

A common way to interact with vendors when in a rush.

#3 Asking a colleague for a quick update
💼

Mere paas meeting hai, jaldi boliye.

I have a meeting, please speak quickly.

Using 'boliye' makes it polite enough for a professional setting.

#4 Texting a friend who is typing slowly
🤝

Yaar, jaldi bolo! Main wait kar raha hoon.

Dude, speak quickly! I am waiting.

Very common in WhatsApp chats when waiting for a reply.

#5 A sibling being annoying and mysterious
😄

Ab jaldi bolo bhi, mummy aa rahi hain!

Now speak quickly already, mom is coming!

The 'bhi' adds a sense of 'already' or impatience.

#6 In a movie theater during a suspenseful scene
💭

Arre, jaldi bolo kya hua!

Hey, speak quickly, what happened!

Expressing excitement and impatience to know the plot.

اختبر نفسك

Choose the correct word to complete the phrase for a friend.

___ bolo, mujhe der ho rahi hai.

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: Jaldi

`Jaldi` means quickly, which fits the context of being late (der ho rahi hai).

Make the phrase formal for an older person.

Dadi, please ___.

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: jaldi boliye

`Boliye` is the respectful form used for elders like a grandmother (Dadi).

🎉 النتيجة: /2

وسائل تعلم بصرية

Formality Scale of 'Speak Quickly'

Very Informal

Used with best friends or younger siblings.

Jaldi bol!

Informal

Standard casual Hindi for peers.

Jaldi bolo.

Formal

Polite version for elders or colleagues.

Jaldi boliye.

Where to use Jaldi Bolo

Jaldi Bolo
🍲

Street Food

Ordering fast

🚌

Catching a Bus

Rushing a friend

📱

Phone Call

Low battery

💬

Texting

Impatience

الأسئلة الشائعة

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It depends on who you are talking to. With friends it is fine, but with elders, it is better to say Jaldi boliye to stay polite.

Bol is very informal (for close friends), while bolo is standard informal (for peers).

No, it is too casual for an email. Use something like Kripya jald batayein instead.

The opposite is Dheere bolo. You use this when someone is talking too fast for you to understand.

Yes, Jaldi refers to speed or early timing, like Jaldi aana (come early).

Yes, if you are in a rush, you can say Bhaiya, jaldi chalo (Brother, go fast) or Jaldi boliye for the fare.

A common slangy way is Bol na!, which is like saying 'Tell me already!'

You would say Sach jaldi bolo. It adds the word for truth (Sach) to the start.

Repeating the word Jaldi jaldi adds even more emphasis and urgency to the action.

Extremely common! You will hear it in almost every movie during a chase scene or a comedy bit.

عبارات ذات صلة

Jaldi karo

Do it quickly / Hurry up

Dheere bolo

Speak slowly

Jaldi aao

Come quickly

Bas bolo

Just say it

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