गोंडस
gondas
The English word "cute" is translated to Marathi as गोंडस (gondas).
गोंडस is used to describe someone or something that is attractive or pleasing in a youthful, dainty, quaint or fun-spirited way. The word गोड is also a popular informal term used to signify cuteness or sweetness.
Meaning: attractive or pleasing in a youthful, dainty, quaint or fun-spirited way (adj)
How do you pronounce it?
gondas
Did you know?
- You may hear गोड used to describe a 'sweet' lie or a 'sweet' trick. In these cases, it does not mean the lie is cute, but rather that it is cleverly or charmingly deceptive.
- When describing a baby, Marathi speakers often use गोंडस alongside gestures like gently pinching a cheek. This tactile interaction is a common cultural accompaniment to the word.
- In Marathi, the concept of 'cuteness' often overlaps with 'innocence'. A person described as गोंडस is frequently perceived as having a pure or naive nature, not just a pleasing appearance.
Examples in context
- ते बाळ खूप गोंडस आहे.Te baal khoop gondas aahe.That baby is very cute.
- तुझे नवीन केस गोंडस दिसतात.Tujhe navin kes gondas distat.Your new hair looks cute.
- हा छोटासा मांजर खूप गोंडस आहे.Ha chotasa maajar khoop gondas aahe.This little kitten is very cute.
Example conversation
Rahul and Priya are looking at a photo of a kitten.
- राहुल Rahulप्रिया, बघ हे मांजर किती गोंडस आहे!Priya, bagh he maajar kiti gondas aahe!Priya, look how cute this kitten is!
- प्रिया Priyaहो, खरंच खूप गोंडस आहे.Ho, kharach khoop gondas aahe.Yes, it really is very cute.
- राहुल Rahulतुला हे आवडले का?Tula he aavadle ka?Did you like it?
- प्रिया Priyaहो, मला ते खूप आवडले.Ho, mala te khoop aavadle.Yes, I liked it a lot.
