Wendy Gracie

The English word ‘tired’ is translated into Punjabi as ਥੱਕਿਆ. ਥੱਕਿਆ is an adjective used to describe someone who is in need of rest or sleep.

The Punjabi word for uncle is ਚਾਚਾ (chaachaa). The term ਚਾਚਾ refers specifically to a paternal uncle, which is your father’s brother.

The Punjabi word for “what” is ਕੀ.

The English phrase “handsome boy” is translated into Punjabi as ਸੋਹਣਾ ਮੁੰਡਾ.

The Punjabi word for owl is ਉੱਲੂ. While ਉੱਲੂ literally refers to the bird, it is frequently used idiomatically to call someone a fool or an idiot.

The English phrase “lotus seed” is translated into Punjabi as ਮਖਾਣਾ. The term refers to the seed from plants in the genus Nelumbo.

To enjoy in Punjabi is to say ਮੌਜ ਕਰੋ (mauj karo).

The English word ‘middle’ is translated to Punjabi as ਵਿਚਕਾਰ (vichkar). ਵਿਚਕਾਰ is used as a noun to refer to the centre or the midpoint of something.

Having the ability to greet someone in their native language is a wonderful way to show respect and make connections.

ਛੇਤੀ ਠੀਕ ਹੋ ਜਾਓ is the Punjabi way to say get well soon. This phrase is used to express your hope that someone recovers soon.