Garhwali Boli

The Voice of the Warriors

Spoken in the Garhwal Himalayas, this language carries the history of kings, warriors, and the divine Kedarnath.

The Basics

Kya haal chaan?

Casual greeting

How are you?

Theek chaun.

Response

I am fine.

Kakh jani chha?

Conversation

Where are you going?

Danda

Geography

Mountain/Hill

Bubu

Family

Grandfather

Noni

Affectionate

Little Girl

Wise Words (Proverbs)

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    "Ghar ka jogi jogda, aan gaon ka siddh"

    Meaning: A scholar in his own home is often undervalued, while outsiders are revered. (Familiarity breeds contempt).

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    "Jakh devi, wakh devta"

    Meaning: Where there is a Goddess, there is a God. (Balance in nature).

Learn More

Folk Songs

Learn through music.

Literature

Read poems by Narendra Singh Negi.

Community Chat

Practice with native speakers.