Header 1: Introduction to Konkani Expressions

The language of Konkani, rich with regional variations, offers a myriad of expressions unique to different parts of India. In this article, we explore how to say 'say' in Konkani, focusing on the variations used in Kerala.

Header 2: 'Say' in Kerala Konkani: 'Tu Makka Vardikk Karthalive'

In Kerala, a common way to say 'say' in Konkani is through the phrase “tu makka vardikk karthalive”. This phrase can change based on the context, such as when a boy is asking a girl or vice versa. Here are some variations:

Girl to a Boy: “tu makka vardikk karthalive” Boy to a Girl: “tu makka vardikk kartholive”

A literal translation of “tu makka vardikk karthalive” is “tu makka vharldik kornu ghettave” (meaning "you kiss your mouth" or rather "you say" in a more subtle manner). This phrase is used when the speaker is of a younger age in respect to the listener.

For example:

When the Speaker is Younger: “tummi makka vharldik kornu ghetta chi veor tummi Makka lagna korn ghetta chi ve”

Header 3: 'Say' in Different Contexts and Communities

There are other ways to express 'say' in Konkani, depending on the context and community. Let's look at a few examples from different religions and regions:

Hindu Community:

“Tu miggelagi vardikk koru tayyar ve” (Well, this is the type of Konkani spoken here in Kerala).

Christian Community: ‘tu mhajekade lagn jata’ ‘tu mhoko kazar jata’ ‘tu mhojelagi kazar jata’

Additionally, in RC (Romani Catholic) Konkani:

“Tu mujhelagi Kazar zatai”

Header 4: Conclusion and Linguistic Diversity

Konkani, like any other language, varies regionally. The Konkani spoken in Kerala is extensively enriched with influences from the local language, Malayalam. This linguistic diversity makes the language vibrant and dynamic. It's fascinating to see how the base Konkani expression can adapt and evolve in different cultural and religious contexts.

This article provides a snapshot of the rich linguistic landscape of Lacanoni (say) in Konkani in Kerala. If you found this interesting, please do upvote and share your thoughts in the comments below.