मुझे पसंद है
I like it
Literalmente: to me pleasing is
Use `Mujhe pasand hai` to express liking for anything from food to hobbies in any social setting.
En 15 segundos
- The standard way to say 'I like it' in Hindi.
- Works for objects, activities, food, and general ideas.
- Structure: 'To me' + [Object] + 'pleasing is'.
- Safe for both formal and casual conversations.
Significado
This is the go-to way to say you like something. It literally means 'to me, [it] is pleasing,' and it works for everything from food to movies.
Ejemplos clave
3 de 6Ordering at a cafe
Mujhe yeh chai pasand hai.
I like this tea.
Discussing a movie with a boss
Mujhe aapka idea pasand hai.
I like your idea.
Texting a friend about a song
Mujhe yeh gaana bahut pasand hai!
I like this song a lot!
Contexto cultural
The phrase uses the dative case ('to me'), which is a hallmark of Indo-Aryan languages. It reflects a worldview where feelings 'happen' to a person rather than the person 'performing' the liking. It gained massive popularity through Bollywood songs and remains the standard for expressing preference across all Hindi-speaking regions.
The Plural Trick
If you like more than one thing (like 'books'), change 'hai' to the nasalized 'hain'. It makes you sound like a pro!
Don't use 'Main'
Never say 'Main pasand hoon' to mean 'I like it.' That actually means 'I am liked'—which sounds a bit conceited!
En 15 segundos
- The standard way to say 'I like it' in Hindi.
- Works for objects, activities, food, and general ideas.
- Structure: 'To me' + [Object] + 'pleasing is'.
- Safe for both formal and casual conversations.
What It Means
Mujhe pasand hai is your all-access pass to expressing preference in Hindi. It is the most common way to say 'I like it.' Unlike English where 'I' is the subject, in Hindi, the thing you like is the subject. You are basically saying that something is pleasing to you. It is simple, direct, and incredibly versatile. Whether you are talking about a spicy samosa or a Bollywood blockbuster, this phrase has your back.
How To Use It
Using this phrase is like building with Lego blocks. Start with Mujhe (to me). Add the thing you like in the middle. Finish with pasand hai. For example, Mujhe coffee pasand hai. If you like multiple things, change hai to hain. It is that easy. You do not need to worry about complex verb conjugations here. Just keep the object in the middle and you are golden. It is the ultimate 'low effort, high reward' Hindi expression.
When To Use It
You can use this in almost any daily scenario. Use it at a restaurant when the waiter asks about a dish. Use it while shopping when your friend holds up a bright neon shirt. It is perfect for small talk with colleagues about hobbies. It is also great for texting. If someone sends you a funny meme, a quick Mujhe yeh pasand hai (I like this) works perfectly. It is the bread and butter of social interaction.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this for deep, romantic love. If you are confessing your undying devotion to someone, Mujhe pasand hai might sound a bit like you just 'like' them as a hobby. It is a bit too casual for a marriage proposal! Also, avoid it in extremely stiff, legal, or high-court environments. In those rare cases, more formal Persian-rooted words are used. But for 99% of your life, you are safe with this one.
Cultural Background
Indians are generally very expressive about their likes and dislikes. Food is a huge part of the culture, so you will hear this constantly at dinner tables. Interestingly, the word pasand comes from Persian. It reflects the beautiful 'Ganga-Jamuni tehzeeb' or the blend of cultures in North India. Saying you like something is often seen as a polite way to build rapport. It shows you are engaged and appreciative of what is being offered.
Common Variations
If you really, really like something, just add bahut (very). Mujhe yeh bahut pasand hai! If you want to ask someone else, swap Mujhe for Aapko (formal) or Tumhe (informal). You will also hear Mujhe pasand nahi hai for things you dislike. In slang, younger crowds might just say 'Sahi hai' (It's right/cool). But pasand hai remains the undisputed king of clarity.
Notas de uso
This phrase is incredibly safe. It sits right in the middle of the formality scale. The only 'gotcha' is remembering that the verb 'to be' (hai/hain) must match the number of the objects you like, not yourself.
The Plural Trick
If you like more than one thing (like 'books'), change 'hai' to the nasalized 'hain'. It makes you sound like a pro!
Don't use 'Main'
Never say 'Main pasand hoon' to mean 'I like it.' That actually means 'I am liked'—which sounds a bit conceited!
The Head Bobble
When saying 'Mujhe pasand hai' in person, a slight side-to-side head tilt adds a layer of genuine Indian friendliness to your statement.
Ejemplos
6Mujhe yeh chai pasand hai.
I like this tea.
A simple way to tell the server what you enjoy.
Mujhe aapka idea pasand hai.
I like your idea.
Professional yet warm enough for a workplace.
Mujhe yeh gaana bahut pasand hai!
I like this song a lot!
Adding 'bahut' increases the intensity.
Mujhe yeh rang pasand nahi hai.
I don't like this color.
The negative version is just as common.
Haan, mujhe bheegna bahut pasand hai!
Sure, I 'love' getting drenched!
Can be used sarcastically with the right tone.
Mujhe woh purana ghar pasand tha.
I liked that old house.
Changing 'hai' to 'tha' makes it past tense.
Ponte a prueba
Complete the sentence to say 'I like coffee.'
Mujhe coffee ___.
In the present tense, 'hai' is used to complete the expression 'Mujhe [something] pasand hai'.
How do you say 'I like this'?
Mujhe ___ pasand hai.
'Yeh' means 'this' in Hindi, making the sentence 'I like this'.
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Formality Spectrum of 'Mujhe pasand hai'
Used with friends and family.
Mujhe yeh pasand hai.
Standard use in shops or with strangers.
Mujhe coffee pasand hai.
Polite professional settings.
Mujhe aapka prastaav pasand hai.
Where to use 'Mujhe pasand hai'
At a Restaurant
Mujhe spicy khana pasand hai.
Shopping
Mujhe yeh shirt pasand hai.
Watching Movies
Mujhe action movies pasand hain.
Office Meeting
Mujhe yeh plan pasand hai.
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasNot exactly. Mujhe means 'to me.' In Hindi, you don't 'do' the liking; the object is 'pleasing to you.'
Yes, but it implies a platonic 'I like them' or 'I find them nice.' For romantic love, use pyaar.
Just add bahut before pasand. Example: Mujhe yeh bahut pasand hai.
Absolutely. It is neutral and polite. You can say Mujhe challenges pasand hain (I like challenges).
Use hai for one thing and hain for multiple things. Mujhe aam (mango) pasand hai vs Mujhe aam (mangoes) pasand hain.
Just change the pronoun and tone: Kya aapko yeh pasand hai? (Do you like this?)
It actually comes from Persian, but it has been a core part of Hindi for centuries.
Yes! Mujhe ghumna pasand hai means 'I like traveling.' Just put the verb ending in 'na' before 'pasand'.
Replace hai with tha (masculine) or thi (feminine). Mujhe woh film pasand thi.
No, it is standard Hindi. However, it is used so frequently that it is perfectly acceptable in slangy conversations too.
Frases relacionadas
Mujhe achha lagta hai
Mujhe pasand nahi hai
Meri pasand
Sahi hai
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