Phrases such as "yes" and "no" are essential when traveling to another country. Let’s learn how to say these phrases in both a polite and casual way.
1. Yes
In Georgian, there are a few ways to say "yes" politely and casually.
The most polite way to say "yes" is "დიახ".
Phrase: დიახ
Pronunciation: Diakh
Meaning: Yes
A casual way to say "yes" in Georgian:
Phrase: კი
Pronunciation: Ki
Meaning: Yes
Another casual way to say "yes":
Phrase: ჰო
Pronunciation: Ho
Meaning: Yes
When speaking with older people or colleagues at work, it is recommended to use "დიახ" (Diakh), as it is the most formal phrase. "კი" (Ki) and "ჰო" (Ho) are used with friends and family members.
2. No
Unlike "yes", which has both polite and casual variations, there is only one phrase for "no" in Georgian, which can be used in both formal and casual situations.
Phrase: არა
Pronunciation: Ara
Meaning: No
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