A2 Collocation Informal 3 min de lectura

मौज मस्ती करना

to have fun

Literalmente: to do pleasure and mischief

Use this phrase to describe high-energy fun, parties, or carefree times with friends and family.

En 15 segundos

  • A blend of deep joy and playful mischief.
  • Used for parties, vacations, and hanging out with friends.
  • Functions as a verb using the helper 'karna' (to do).

Significado

This phrase is the ultimate way to say you're having a blast. It combines 'joy' and 'mischief' to describe a time filled with laughter, playfulness, and pure enjoyment.

Ejemplos clave

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1

Talking about a weekend trip

हमने गोवा में बहुत मौज मस्ती की।

We had a lot of fun in Goa.

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2

Texting a friend about a party

आज रात को मौज मस्ती करेंगे!

We will have fun tonight!

😊
3

A boss at a company retreat

काम के बाद, अब मौज मस्ती करने का समय है।

After work, now it is time to have some fun.

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Contexto cultural

The word 'Masti' is deeply embedded in South Asian youth culture, representing a carefree, rebellious spirit. It became globally recognized through Bollywood 'Masti' films and songs that celebrate friendship and living in the moment. It's often used to describe the chaotic but happy atmosphere of Indian festivals like Holi.

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The Grammar Secret

Even though 'Mauj' is masculine, the verb 'karna' often agrees with 'Masti' (feminine) when they are used together. So, in the past tense, it's almost always 'ki' (हमने मस्ती की).

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The 'Naughty' Nuance

Be careful! 'Masti' can also mean being troublesome or naughty. If a teacher says 'Masti mat karo' to a student, they aren't telling them not to have fun—they're telling them to stop misbehaving!

En 15 segundos

  • A blend of deep joy and playful mischief.
  • Used for parties, vacations, and hanging out with friends.
  • Functions as a verb using the helper 'karna' (to do).

What It Means

Imagine you are at a colorful Indian wedding. The music is loud. Everyone is dancing. That feeling of pure, unadulterated joy is मौज मस्ती. It is more than just 'fun.' It is a combination of two powerful words. मौज means delight or pleasure. मस्ती means mischief or frolic. Together, they create a vibe of total enjoyment. You aren't just having fun; you are living it. It is about letting go of your worries. It is the Hindi equivalent of 'partying' or 'having a grand old time.'

How To Use It

This phrase acts like a compound verb. You use करना (to do) at the end. You can say हम मौज मस्ती कर रहे हैं for 'We are having fun.' It is very flexible with tenses. Want to talk about the past? Use की. हमने बहुत मौज मस्ती की means 'We had a lot of fun.' It fits perfectly in casual conversations. You can use it with friends, family, or even colleagues you like. It is a very active phrase. You don't just 'have' it; you 'do' it.

When To Use It

Use this when the atmosphere is light. It is perfect for describing a weekend trip. Use it when you are planning a party. चलो मौज मस्ती करते हैं! (Let's have some fun!). It is great for social media captions too. If you post a photo of a beach trip, this is your go-to phrase. It captures the spirit of being young and free. It is the heart of any celebration or casual hangout.

When NOT To Use It

Avoid this in very somber or strictly professional settings. If your boss is giving a serious presentation, don't shout this out. It implies a bit of 'mischief,' so it might sound immature in a crisis. Don't use it at a hospital or a library. It is a 'loud' phrase for 'loud' moments. It is not meant for quiet, intellectual enjoyment. It is for the high-energy stuff.

Cultural Background

In India, fun is often a group activity. We love big gatherings and loud celebrations. The concept of मस्ती is huge in Bollywood movies. Think of those high-energy dance numbers with everyone jumping around. That is the visual representation of this phrase. It reflects the Indian philosophy of finding joy in the moment. It is about community, shared laughter, and the spice of life.

Common Variations

Sometimes people just say मस्ती करना. It is slightly shorter and very common among younger people. You might also hear मौज उड़ाना. This sounds a bit more luxurious, like 'living it up' or 'spending money to have fun.' If someone is being too naughty, you might say मस्ती मत करो. But मौज मस्ती करना remains the gold standard for describing a truly good time.

Notas de uso

The phrase is very versatile but leans towards informal settings. It's perfect for social media, friends, and family, but should be used sparingly in formal business emails unless a personal relationship exists.

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The Grammar Secret

Even though 'Mauj' is masculine, the verb 'karna' often agrees with 'Masti' (feminine) when they are used together. So, in the past tense, it's almost always 'ki' (हमने मस्ती की).

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The 'Naughty' Nuance

Be careful! 'Masti' can also mean being troublesome or naughty. If a teacher says 'Masti mat karo' to a student, they aren't telling them not to have fun—they're telling them to stop misbehaving!

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The Bollywood Connection

If you want to sound like a local, use the phrase 'Full Masti.' It's Hinglish (Hindi + English) and is the ultimate way to describe a 10/10 fun experience.

Ejemplos

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#1 Talking about a weekend trip
🤝

हमने गोवा में बहुत मौज मस्ती की।

We had a lot of fun in Goa.

A classic way to describe a vacation experience.

#2 Texting a friend about a party
😊

आज रात को मौज मस्ती करेंगे!

We will have fun tonight!

Future tense used for planning an event.

#3 A boss at a company retreat
💼

काम के बाद, अब मौज मस्ती करने का समय है।

After work, now it is time to have some fun.

Used here to lighten the mood in a professional but relaxed setting.

#4 Watching kids play in the rain
😊

बच्चे बारिश में मौज मस्ती कर रहे हैं।

The kids are having fun in the rain.

Describes innocent, playful activity.

#5 Joking about a 'productive' day that was actually just hanging out
😄

हमने ऑफिस में सिर्फ मौज मस्ती की।

We only had fun at the office (instead of working).

Self-deprecating humor about being unproductive.

#6 Reflecting on college days with an old friend
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कॉलेज के वे दिन... कितनी मौज मस्ती करते थे हम!

Those college days... how much fun we used to have!

Nostalgic use looking back at the past.

Ponte a prueba

Choose the correct form of 'karna' to complete the sentence about a past event.

कल हमने पार्टी में बहुत मौज मस्ती ___।

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: की

Since the sentence starts with 'Kal' (yesterday) and refers to a past event, the feminine past tense 'ki' is used to agree with 'masti'.

Complete the suggestion to a friend.

चलो, बाहर जाकर ___ करते हैं!

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: मौज मस्ती

'Mauj masti' fits the context of 'going out' to enjoy, whereas 'kaam' (work) and 'padhai' (studying) usually don't.

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Ayudas visuales

Formality Scale of 'Mauj Masti'

Slang

Just 'Masti' or 'Full Masti'

Full masti bro!

Informal

The standard 'Mauj Masti karna'

Doston ke saath mauj masti.

Neutral

Used in casual office retreats

Team bonding aur mauj masti.

Formal

Rarely used; 'Anand lena' is preferred

N/A

Where to find Mauj Masti

मौज मस्ती
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Indian Weddings

Dancing in the Baraat

College Canteen

Bunking class with friends

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Holi Festival

Throwing colors and water

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Family Picnic

Playing cards and eating snacks

Preguntas frecuentes

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मौज (Mauj) refers to pleasure, luxury, or a relaxed state of joy. मस्ती (Masti) refers to playfulness, energy, and a bit of mischief. Together, they cover both relaxed and high-energy fun.

Only if the setting is informal, like a team dinner or a holiday party. In a regular meeting, it might sound too casual or unprofessional. Stick to आनंद (anand - joy) for very formal contexts.

It is a noun phrase that becomes a compound verb when you add करना (karna - to do). You 'do' mauj masti.

You would say हमने मौज मस्ती की (Humne mauj masti ki). The ki is the feminine past tense of karna.

Constantly! There are even movies titled 'Masti' and 'Grand Masti' that focus entirely on friends having wild (and often mischievous) fun.

Yes, if someone is annoying you or being disruptive, you can say मस्ती बंद करो (Stop the mischief). Context is everything!

A common synonym is मज़े करना (Maze karna), which literally means 'to do fun/pleasure.' It is slightly more common in everyday speech.

It can, but it's just as common to use it for a family picnic or kids playing. It's a wholesome phrase unless the context suggests otherwise.

No, it is understood and used across the entire Hindi-speaking belt of India and even in Bollywood-influenced areas globally.

You can just write 'Mauj masti time!' or 'Aaj bahut mauj masti hogi!' (There will be lots of fun today!).

Frases relacionadas

मज़े करना

to have fun / enjoy

आनंद लेना

to take pleasure (more formal)

मौज उड़ाना

to live it up / enjoy luxuriously

धूम मचाना

to create a stir / party hard

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