Marathi · Common Verbs
बोलणे
bolne
To speak
Beginnerverb
Definition
To say words, to talk.
Example
तुम्ही इंग्रजी बोलता का?
Do you speak English?
Etymology
The verb 'बोलणे' (bolne) stems from the Proto-Indo-Iranian root *bʰolā-, meaning 'to speak'. This root is common in many Indo-Aryan languages, emphasizing communication.
How & Where It’s Used
'बोलणे' is commonly used in both spoken and written Marathi. It is prevalent in social interactions and can be used in both formal and informal registers.