11:37 Apr 24, 2009 

Dear friend Poonam,
At first, I am not offended by any of your remarks. You are my old friend. While referring to 'Gala', I was just wondering, how 'knob on a door' if translated depending on Gala would sound "darwaja par sojo" !? Similarly, Nakoocho or Aankdi can only be seen in some old houses in Gujarat. And since we both know its use, I feel it cannot be used instead of KNOB. Isn't it?
My remarks about my intelligence but being a well-read was made with a sense of humility and not boasting. I am privileged to learn about your passing DPSI and IAA exams in the U. K. and you being a post graduate. But my memory does not help me to remember your major in Post Grad. But I am aware of your stature, anyway, I have respects for you for that matter. And yes, I agree, Punam, we are here to support our peers and not compete on Right or Wrong. I do, with absolute sense of responsibility concur with you. And lastly, Punam, no apologies stuff - any time. My warm regards and best wishes, always.

11:01 Apr 23, 2009 

I do possess Gala's dictionary. But I have noted that, there are several instances, where the said dictionary provides misleading terms. This is one instance. As a matter of fact, whenever in doubtabout the terms given by Gala's Dictionary, I usually refer to "Brihad Gujarati Kosh" published by University Granth Nirman Board, Gujarat State, which is considered authentic by the Gujarati literary community. As I said earlier, the word KNOB does not mean Nakucho (this means a metal hook, on which a chain attached to a door is slipped to lock the door. This system has been replaced by bolt in the houses.) Knob is affixed on a door (Kamaad), hence, a Kamaad cannot be called a Knob. Coming to to the last term "Sojo", which essentially means "Swelling" and if one translates "knob on a door" as "Swelling on a door" would be foolishness. Although, knob means, "Gattho" or a "protrusion" cannot be construed as "Swelling". I am sure, I am making the things clear. I have been able to provide this explanation depending upon the "Brihad Gujarati Kosh" published by University Granth Nirman Board, Gujarat State, and not because I am highly intelligent. Yes, I claim to be well re