ربّا
rabbā
The English phrase "oh my God" can be translated into Punjabi as ربّا (rabbā) or ਰੱਬਾ.
Meaning: excitement or shock (intj)
Ways to say it
| Punjabi | Romanization (Wiktionary) |
|---|---|
| ربّا | rabbā |
| ਰੱਬਾ | rabbā |
ਰੱਬਾ is used as an interjection to express shock, surprise or intense emotion.
What does it mean word for word?
The word ਰੱਬਾ is a vocative form of 'rabb' (God), used to address God directly.
Which one should you use?
The phrase ਆਏ ਰਬਾ is a popular informal expression that translates to "Oh God" in English.
How do you pronounce it?
rabbā
Did you know?
- The word ਰੱਬਾ is used across different religious backgrounds in Punjab, appearing in the speech of Sikhs, Hindus and Muslims alike.
- While ਰੱਬਾ is the common term for 'God' in this context, Punjabi speakers often use the word ਰੱਬ as a synonym for 'fate' or 'destiny' when discussing life's unexpected turns.
- In Punjabi cinema and music, ਰੱਬਾ often evolves from a cry of shock into a poetic plea or a longing cry for a lover.
Example sentences for Punjabi are not verified yet.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “oh my God” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
