राम्रो
ramro
The English word "good" is translated into Nepali as राम्रो (ramro).
The adjective राम्रो is used to mean pleasant or enjoyable. When you use it to describe people, it often carries the connotation of being good-looking or attractive.
Meaning: pleasant, enjoyable (adj)
Which one should you use?
While राम्रो is the standard adjective for pleasant or good, the expression ठिक छ is also used informally to convey the meaning of "good".
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective राम्रो is invariant, meaning it does not change its form based on the gender or number of the noun it describes.
How do you pronounce it?
ramro
Did you know?
- Because of its sound, राम्रो is often linked by folk etymology to राम, the divine hero of the Ramayana. This creates a cultural association between the word for 'good' and the ideal qualities of a deity.
- The word राम्रो evolved from the Sanskrit word रम्य, which specifically meant 'delightful' or 'pleasing'. This ancient root emphasizes the emotional response of the observer rather than a clinical measure of quality.
- In some social contexts, calling a person राम्रो can be a polite way to avoid more direct or intimate compliments. It functions as a versatile, safe adjective for a wide range of positive traits.
Examples in context
- त्यो राम्रो छ ।That is good.This sentence shows how to use राम्रो to say that something is good.Tatoeba #7306233 by oya163, translation #7306013 by Ocie
- म हेर्दा राम्रो छैन।I'm not good-looking.This sentence demonstrates using राम्रो to describe someone's appearance.Tatoeba #12008937 by taro, translation #3330356 by CK
- म राम्रो मुडमा थिएँ।I was in a good mood.This sentence shows how to use राम्रो to describe a state of being, such as a mood.Tatoeba #12182556 by taro, translation #10050010 by ddnktr
- तपाईंको सल्लाह राम्रो छ।Your suggestion is good.
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Example conversation
Avinash and Pratiksha are talking about a movie they just watched.
- अविनाश Avinashफिल्म कस्तो थियो?Film kasto thiyo?How was the movie?
- प्रतिक्षा Pratikshaफिल्म एकदम राम्रो थियो।Film ekdam ramro thiyo.The movie was very good.
- अविनाश Avinashमलाई पनि मन पर्यो।Malai pani man paryo.I liked it too.
- प्रतिक्षा Pratikshaहो, कथा राम्रो थियो।Ho, katha ramro thiyo.Yes, the story was good.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries राम्रो, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
