🇮🇳 Kannada phrases

How to Say "What does this mean?" in Kannada

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ಇದು ಏನು ಅರ್ಥ?
"What does this mean?" in Kannada · say it like idu aarth?

The most natural way to say "What does this mean?" in Kannada is ಇದು ಏನು ಅರ್ಥ?. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

ಇದು ಏನು ಅರ್ಥವಲ್ಲ?
Used to express confusion or disbelief.
ಇದು ಏನು ಅರ್ಥವಲ್ಲಾ?
A more casual way to ask, often used in conversations.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you come across something unclear or confusing. It is suitable in both formal and informal contexts. Use it when asking for clarification in conversations or while reading.

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Examples in Kannada

KannadaEnglish
ನೀವು ಈ ವಾಕ್ಯವನ್ನು ಓದಿದಾಗ, ನೀವು ಕೇಳಬಹುದು, ಇದು ಏನು ಅರ್ಥ?When you read this sentence, you might ask, what does this mean?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this phrase with 'ನೀವು ಏನು ಅರ್ಥ?' which means 'Do you understand?'.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use this phrase in a formal setting?

Yes, it is appropriate for both formal and informal situations.

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