Language/Georgian/Vocabulary/Polite-Phrases
As you begin to learn Georgian, mastering proper greetings and polite phrases is essential. In this lesson, you will learn how to express politeness and gratitude using common phrases in Georgian.
Polite Phrases
Georgians are known for their hospitality and respect for others. It is important to use polite phrases in social interactions to show respect for the other person. The following phrases are commonly used for expressing politeness:
- მადლობა (madloba) – Thank you
- გმადლობთ (gmadlobt) – Thank you (plural/formal)
- თქვენი კარგადაცულობა საინტერესოა (tkveni kargadaculoba sainteresoa) – Your kindness is appreciated
- გთხოვთ (gtkhovt) – Please
- შემოგვიერთდით (shemogviretdit) – Let's stay in touch
Here are some examples of how to use these polite phrases in conversation:
| Georgian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| მადლობა | madloba | Thank you |
| გმადლობთ | gmadlobt | Thank you (plural/formal) |
| თქვენი კარგადაცულობა საინტერესოა | tkveni kargadaculoba sainteresoa | Your kindness is appreciated |
| გთხოვთ | gtkhovt | Please |
| შემოგვიერთდით | shemogviretdit | Let's stay in touch |
Saying Goodbye
When leaving a social interaction in Georgia, it is customary to say goodbye and express gratitude. Here are some commonly used expressions for saying goodbye:
- ნახვამდის (nakhvamdis) – See you later
- კარგადაჭარა (kargadachara) – Goodbye
- გემსახურება (gemsakhureba) – Goodbye (formal)
- მისალმება (misalmeba) – Greetings (used when leaving)
- საქართველოში მისვლისას კარგად გავხსნათ (sakartveloshi misvlisasa kargad gavkhznat) – Let's meet again in Georgia!
Conclusion
Mastering polite phrases is essential to get by in Georgian society. Learning these phrases will greatly help you as you navigate through your daily interactions, and it will show that you have respect for the Georgian culture. Practice these phrases frequently to become more comfortable using them naturally in conversation.