🇮🇳 Marathi phrases

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

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
हे काय अर्थ आहे?
"What does this mean?" in Marathi · say it like heh kah-ee arth aahe?

The most natural way to say "What does this mean?" in Marathi is हे काय अर्थ आहे?. 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

हे म्हणजे काय?
Used in casual conversations.
याचा अर्थ काय आहे?
More formal way to ask.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you encounter something unfamiliar or confusing. It is appropriate in both casual and formal settings. This question helps you seek clarification about a statement or situation.

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Examples in Marathi

MarathiEnglish
तुम्ही हे वाचलंत, पण हे काय अर्थ आहे?You read this, but what does this mean?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'काय' with 'कशा', which changes the meaning.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear हे काय अर्थ आहे?, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Marathi with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use this phrase in a formal email?

Yes, but it is better to use the more formal variant 'याचा अर्थ काय आहे?'.

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