बरें जावं
borem zaum
The Konkani phrase for the toast "cheers" is बरें जावं (borem zaum).
बरें जावं is used as a toast when drinking.
Meaning: toast when drinking (intj)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase literally translates to "let it be good" or "may it be good".
How do you pronounce it?
borem zaum
Did you know?
- The word बरें in your toast shares a common ancestor with the Sanskrit word वरम्, which means 'excellent' or 'blessing'.
- While बरें जावं is used for toasts, Konkani speakers may also use it as a polite way to end a conversation or wish someone luck.
- The phrase is closely related to the Marathi word बरे, showing the deep linguistic link between these two neighboring languages.
Example conversation
Rohan and Sneha are celebrating a promotion with drinks.
- रोहन Rohanतूका खूप खूप अभिनन्दन, स्नेहा!Tūka khūp khūp abhinandan, Sneha!Many congratulations to you, Sneha!
- स्नेहा Snehaदेव बरें करूं, रोहन!Dev barẽṁ karūṅ, Rohan!Thank you, Rohan!
- रोहन Rohanबरें जावं!Barẽṁ javaṁ!Cheers!
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries बरें, CC BY-SA 4.0.
