What does 'modi' mean in Georgian?
'Come here', 'let's' and invitations.
Short answer
Modi (მოდი) means 'come here' or 'come' in Georgian, and the polite or plural form is modit (მოდით). It's also used for 'let's': modi, vchamot (მოდი, ვჭამოთ), 'let's eat'. It's one of the most common words in conversation.
Why
- Modi ak (მოდი აქ) means 'come here'.
- Hosts often say modit when inviting guests to the table.
- The opposite, 'go away', sounds harsh and is best avoided.
Details
Being called with modit is an invitation, and refusing without reason is impolite. A short reply is ki, movdivar, 'yes, I'm coming'.
Tip
If you're called to the table with modit, join in; refusing without reason can offend your hosts.
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