ਮੌਜ ਕਰੋ
mauj karo
The English phrase "have fun" is translated into Punjabi as ਮੌਜ ਕਰੋ (mauj karo).
This phrase is used to wish someone enjoyment, often in the context of a party, a trip or a period of leisure.
Meaning: wish someone a good time (intj)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase ਮੌਜ ਕਰੋ is composed of ਮੌਜ (mauj), meaning 'fun' or 'joy' and ਕਰੋ (karo), which is the imperative form of 'to do'.
Which one should you use?
Other forms include the formal expressions ਆਨੰਦ ਕਰੋ and ਮਜ਼ੇ ਕਰੋ.
Is it said differently in some regions?
The phrase ਮਸਤੀ ਕਰੋ is an informal regional variation used in both Indian and Pakistani Punjab.
How does it change in a sentence?
The default form ਮੌਜ ਕਰੋ uses the polite or plural imperative ਕਰੋ (karo), which is used when addressing someone with respect or when addressing a group of people. In a strictly informal singular context, you can use ਮੌਜ ਕਰ (mauj kar), which uses the singular imperative ਕਰ (kar).
How do you pronounce it?
mauj karo
Did you know?
- The formal version ਆਨੰਦ ਕਰੋ (aanand karo) uses a Sanskrit loanword that refers to deep spiritual bliss rather than simple entertainment.
- Wishing someone ਮੌਜ ਕਰੋ (mauj karo) can act as a social 'permission slip' to ignore one's obligations and worries for a period of time.
- The word ਮੌਜ (mauj) can describe a state of luxury or abundance, not just a momentary activity. Being ਮੌਜ ਵਿੱਚ (mauj vich) suggests someone is living a life of ease and wealth.
Examples in context
- ਪਾਰਟੀ ਵਿੱਚ ਮੌਜ ਕਰੋ।pārṭī vich mauj karo.Have fun at the party.
- ਤੁਸੀਂ ਆਪਣੀ ਯਾਤਰਾ ਵਿੱਚ ਮੌਜ ਕਰੋ।tuhāīñ apanī yātrā vich mauj karo.Have fun on your trip.
Example conversation
Ravinder is seeing Preet off to a concert.
- ਰਵਿੰਦਰ Ravinderਤੁਹਾਡਾ ਸਫ਼ਰ ਵਧੀਆ ਰਹੇ, ਮੌਜ ਕਰੋ!Tuhada safar vadhia rahe, mauj karo!Have a great trip, have fun!
- ਪ੍ਰੀਤ Preetਧੰਨਵਾਦ, ਰਵਿੰਦਰ!Dhanvaad, Ravinder!Thanks, Ravinder!
- ਰਵਿੰਦਰ Ravinderਮੈਨੂੰ ਬਾਅਦ ਵਿੱਚ ਦੱਸਣਾ ਕਿਵੇਂ ਰਿਹਾ।Mainu baad vich dassna kive riha.Tell me later how it was.
- ਪ੍ਰੀਤ Preetਹਾਂ, ਮੈਂ ਜ਼ਰੂਰ ਦੱਸਾਂਗੀ।Haan, main zaroor dassangi.Yes, I will definitely tell you.
