पानी की बोतल है?
Do you have water bottle?
직역: Water of bottle is?
Use this phrase to quickly check if someone has water or if a shop sells it.
15초 만에
- Simple way to ask for a water bottle in any setting.
- Drop the subject 'you' to sound like a local speaker.
- Essential for travel, hiking, and surviving the Indian summer heat.
뜻
This is the most common way to ask if someone has a water bottle. It is a simple, direct question used when you are thirsty or preparing for a trip.
주요 예문
3 / 6Thirsty while walking with a friend
Yaar, paani ki botal hai?
Friend, do you have a water bottle?
Asking a shopkeeper
Bhaiya, paani ki botal hai?
Brother, do you have a water bottle?
In a formal office setting
Kya aapke paas paani ki botal hai?
Do you happen to have a water bottle?
문화적 배경
In Indian culture, providing water is a sacred duty (Punya). Whether it is a 'Pyaao' (free water station) on a dusty street or a neighbor offering a bottle, water is a symbol of welcome. The phrase has evolved from asking for a 'Lota' (traditional pot) to the modern 'Botal'.
The 'Bhaiya' Power
Always start with 'Bhaiya' (Brother) when asking a male stranger. It builds instant rapport and they are more likely to help you out.
Tap vs. Bottle
If you just say 'Paani hai?', someone might point you to a tap. If you want filtered/bottled water, specify 'Botal' or 'Mineral Water'.
15초 만에
- Simple way to ask for a water bottle in any setting.
- Drop the subject 'you' to sound like a local speaker.
- Essential for travel, hiking, and surviving the Indian summer heat.
What It Means
At its core, Paani ki botal hai? is a simple inquiry about possession. In Hindi, you often skip the word 'you' (aap or tum) because the context makes it obvious. You are literally asking if a water bottle exists in the immediate vicinity of the person you are talking to. It is the ultimate survival phrase for the Indian heat.
How To Use It
To turn this statement into a question, just raise your pitch at the end. You don't need complex grammar. If you are pointing at a bag, just say Paani ki botal hai?. If you want to be slightly more polite, you can add kya at the beginning: Kya paani ki botal hai?. Most people just use the short version. It is efficient and gets the job done quickly.
When To Use It
Use it when you are out with friends and forgot your own bottle. Use it at a small roadside shop (Dhaba) to see if they sell bottled water. It is perfect for trekking or long car rides. Even in a professional meeting, if the table is empty, you can ask a colleague this. It is a very versatile and practical sentence.
When NOT To Use It
Avoid using this in a very high-end fine dining restaurant. There, you should ask for 'water' more formally. Don't use it if you see someone clearly struggling with their own limited supply. It might sound like you are demanding their last drop! Also, don't use it if you are looking for a glass of water; specify botal (bottle) only when you mean the container.
Cultural Background
In India, sharing water is considered a virtuous act. If you ask someone Paani ki botal hai?, they will rarely say no if they have some to spare. It is common to see people carrying stainless steel or copper bottles. However, the plastic 'botal' has become the universal term for bottled mineral water. Offering water to a guest is the first rule of Indian hospitality.
Common Variations
If you want to be formal, say Aapke paas paani ki botal hai?. For a more casual vibe with friends, you might just say Paani hai?. If you are looking for a cold bottle, add 'thanda': Thanda paani ki botal hai?. In some regions, you might hear Paani ki botal milegi? which means 'Will I get a water bottle?'.
사용 참고사항
This phrase is safe for A1 learners. It uses basic 'Subject + Hai' structure. Remember that 'Botal' is feminine in Hindi, which is why we use 'ki' instead of 'ka'.
The 'Bhaiya' Power
Always start with 'Bhaiya' (Brother) when asking a male stranger. It builds instant rapport and they are more likely to help you out.
Tap vs. Bottle
If you just say 'Paani hai?', someone might point you to a tap. If you want filtered/bottled water, specify 'Botal' or 'Mineral Water'.
The 'Jhootha' Rule
In India, many people drink without touching the bottle to their lips (pouring it in). If you borrow a bottle, check if they mind you touching it with your lips!
예시
6Yaar, paani ki botal hai?
Friend, do you have a water bottle?
Adding 'Yaar' makes it very friendly and casual.
Bhaiya, paani ki botal hai?
Brother, do you have a water bottle?
Using 'Bhaiya' is the standard way to address male shopkeepers.
Kya aapke paas paani ki botal hai?
Do you happen to have a water bottle?
Adding 'Aapke paas' increases the formality significantly.
Paani ki botal hai na?
You have a water bottle, right?
Adding 'na' at the end turns it into a confirmation check.
Pehle paani ki botal hai? Thoda pi lo!
First, do you have a water bottle? Drink some!
A funny way to tell someone to take a breath.
Bas paani ki botal hai... aur kuch nahi chahiye.
Just have a water bottle... I don't need anything else.
Expressing deep relief and simple needs.
셀프 테스트
Complete the question to ask for a water bottle.
___ paani ki botal hai?
'Kya' is used to start a yes/no question in Hindi.
Choose the word for 'bottle'.
Paani ki ___ hai?
'Botal' is the Hindi word for bottle, derived from English.
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시각 학습 자료
Formality Scale of Asking for Water
Used with close friends or siblings.
Paani hai?
Standard way to ask anyone.
Paani ki botal hai?
Polite request to elders or bosses.
Kya aapke paas paani ki botal hogi?
Where to use 'Paani ki botal hai?'
At a Kirana (Grocery) Store
Checking for stock
In a Car/Taxi
Asking the driver or friend
At the Gym
Asking a workout partner
Railway Station
Asking a vendor
자주 묻는 질문
10 질문Yes, it is a loanword from the English 'bottle' and is used universally across India.
Just add the word thanda (cold) at the start: Thanda paani ki botal hai?.
It is better to add aapke paas (with you) to make it Aapke paas paani ki botal hai? for a more respectful tone.
You should say Ek glass paani milega? which means 'Can I get a glass of water?'.
Not at all, as long as your tone is inquisitive and not demanding. A smile helps!
You can say Mujhe paani ki botal chahiye. This is a statement of need rather than a question.
The plural is botalein, but in casual speech, people often just use botal even for multiple bottles.
In Mumbai, you might hear Paani ka botal hai kya? adding a 'ka' instead of 'ki' and a 'kya' at the end.
Ki is a possessive marker like 'of'. It links 'Paani' (water) to 'Botal' (bottle).
Simply say Haan, hai (Yes, I have) or Ji, hai (Yes, I have - polite).
관련 표현
Paani chahiye?
Do you want water?
Pyaas lagi hai.
I am thirsty.
Thanda paani
Cold water
Khali botal
Empty bottle
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