थोड़ा खा लो
Eat a little
حرفيًا: Little eat take
Use it to show care and hospitality when someone is hesitant to eat in a casual setting.
في 15 ثانية
- A friendly way to encourage someone to eat a small amount.
- Commonly used by hosts to show hospitality and care.
- Softens the command to eat, making it an affectionate request.
المعنى
This is a gentle, caring way to tell someone to have a small bite of food. It is often used by hosts or family members to show affection and hospitality.
أمثلة رئيسية
3 من 6Encouraging a busy friend
Tumne lunch nahi kiya? Thoda kha lo.
You didn't have lunch? Eat a little.
A mother talking to her child
Chalo beta, thoda kha lo.
Come on child, eat a little.
Hosting a neighbor
Samosa bahut achha hai, thoda kha lo.
The samosa is very good, eat a little.
خلفية ثقافية
Food is the primary love language in India. Refusing food can sometimes be seen as refusing friendship, so this phrase acts as a gentle compromise. It reflects the 'insisting' culture where hosts feel responsible for a guest's appetite.
The 'No' Rule
In India, if someone says 'no' to food, they often mean 'ask me again'. Use `thoda kha lo` as your second or third attempt!
Add 'Sa' for Softness
Saying `thoda sa kha lo` makes the amount sound even tinier, which is harder for people to refuse.
في 15 ثانية
- A friendly way to encourage someone to eat a small amount.
- Commonly used by hosts to show hospitality and care.
- Softens the command to eat, making it an affectionate request.
What It Means
Thoda kha lo is more than just a command. It is an invitation to share a moment. In Hindi, thoda means little and kha lo means eat. Together, they create a soft, non-pressuring request. It sounds much kinder than just saying 'eat'. It implies that even a tiny bit of food is enough to make the speaker happy.
How To Use It
You use this phrase when someone is hesitant to eat. Maybe they are shy at a party. Maybe they are busy working. You simply say thoda kha lo to encourage them. It works best in casual settings. You can add beta (child) or yaar (friend) at the end. This makes it sound even warmer. It is the ultimate 'mom' phrase in India.
When To Use It
Use it when a guest arrives at your home. Even if they say they aren't hungry, offer it. Use it when your friend is stressed and skipping lunch. It shows you care about their well-being. It is perfect for tea-time snacks or small appetizers. If someone looks tired, offering food is the Indian way of saying 'I see you'.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this in a very formal business pitch. It might seem too personal or motherly. Avoid using it if someone has a serious stomach upset. In those cases, it might feel like you are forcing them. Also, don't use it if you are serving a massive five-course meal. It sounds a bit ironic if the plate is overflowing!
Cultural Background
In Indian culture, feeding others is a high virtue. Guests are often treated like gods (Atithi Devo Bhava). Even if a guest says 'no', the host will insist at least three times. Thoda kha lo is the polite weapon of choice for this persistence. It bridges the gap between the guest's politeness and the host's generosity. It is the sound of a grandmother's love.
Common Variations
You can say thoda sa kha lo to make it sound even smaller. Use thoda kha lijiye if you want to be more respectful. If you are talking to a group, say thoda kha lo sab. In some regions, you might hear thoda chak lo, which means 'just taste a little'. All these variations carry the same heartbeat of hospitality.
ملاحظات الاستخدام
The phrase is naturally neutral-to-informal. To make it formal for elders or superiors, replace `lo` with `lijiye`.
The 'No' Rule
In India, if someone says 'no' to food, they often mean 'ask me again'. Use `thoda kha lo` as your second or third attempt!
Add 'Sa' for Softness
Saying `thoda sa kha lo` makes the amount sound even tinier, which is harder for people to refuse.
Watch the Ending
Never use `kha le` with your boss or father-in-law; it's way too blunt. Stick to `kha lo` or `kha lijiye`.
أمثلة
6Tumne lunch nahi kiya? Thoda kha lo.
You didn't have lunch? Eat a little.
Shows concern for a friend's health.
Chalo beta, thoda kha lo.
Come on child, eat a little.
Classic maternal nurturing tone.
Samosa bahut achha hai, thoda kha lo.
The samosa is very good, eat a little.
Used to promote a specific snack.
Sir, please thoda kha lijiye.
Sir, please eat a little.
The 'lijiye' ending adds the necessary respect.
Dawa leni hai, thoda kha lo.
You have to take medicine, eat a little.
Practical advice wrapped in care.
Diet kal se karna, aaj thoda kha lo!
Diet from tomorrow, eat a little today!
A common humorous way to tempt someone.
اختبر نفسك
Choose the correct word to complete the caring request.
Aap bahut thake hue hain, ___ kha lo.
`Thoda` fits the context of encouraging someone who is tired to eat a bit.
Make the phrase more respectful for an elder.
Dadi, please thoda kha ___.
`Lijiye` is the formal/respectful version of `lo` used for elders.
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وسائل تعلم بصرية
Formality Levels of Eating Requests
Used with friends or younger siblings.
Kha le!
The standard friendly way to ask.
Thoda kha lo.
Used for guests, elders, or bosses.
Thoda kha lijiye.
Where to use 'Thoda kha lo'
At a Tea Party
Offering biscuits
Hospital Visit
Encouraging a patient
Family Dinner
Passing a side dish
Office Break
Sharing your tiffin
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةNot at all! It is actually very warm. It sounds like you are looking out for the person's health.
Usually, for drinks, we use thoda pee lo. However, for snacks served with drinks, thoda kha lo is perfect.
Kha lo sounds more complete and gentle. Khao is a direct command and can sound a bit harsh depending on the tone.
If you want to eat, say theek hai (okay). If not, say mera pet bhara hai (my stomach is full).
Thoda means a small quantity, while kuch means 'some'. Use thoda when you want to emphasize that it's just a little bit.
Yes, if you are sharing food with friends. You can point to a dish and say thoda kha lo to encourage them to try it.
No, it is gender-neutral. You can say it to anyone regardless of their gender.
Use kripya thoda grahan karein, but that is extremely old-fashioned. Stick to thoda kha lijiye for modern formal settings.
Adding na (Thoda kha lo na) makes it a sweet plea, almost like a cute request.
Absolutely. It works for any meal or even a single piece of chocolate.
عبارات ذات صلة
Thoda chak lo
Just taste a little bit
Pet bhar gaya?
Is your stomach full?
Aur lijiye
Have some more
Paani pee lo
Drink some water
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