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Bole to

बोल तो
BOH-lay toh

Bole to (बोल तो) is a Hindi-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a Hindi phrase meaning 'that is to say' or 'I mean'. In crosswords it is the 6-letter answer BOLE TO (4,2).

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Meaning & usage

The phrase 'Bole to' is commonly used in Hindi to clarify or emphasize a statement. It translates to 'that is to say' or 'I mean', often used in conversations to provide further explanation or to rephrase something for better understanding. This expression is part of everyday speech in India, reflecting the informal and conversational nature of the language.

In a sentence

He was late to the meeting, bole to, he missed the important discussion.

Bole to as a crossword answer

Bole to is a 6-letter answer. A typical clue:

“A Hindi phrase meaning 'that is to say' or 'I mean'” (4,2)

Category: General Origin: Hindi Script: Hindi

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