आना घर
to come home
Use it to describe returning home or to warmly invite someone into your personal space.
في 15 ثانية
- Returning to your personal living space after being out.
- Inviting someone to visit your house for a social call.
- A neutral, everyday phrase used with family and friends.
المعنى
This phrase describes the simple, comforting act of returning to your own living space or inviting someone else to visit your home.
أمثلة رئيسية
3 من 6Texting your roommate after work
मैं 10 मिनट में घर आ रहा हूँ।
I am coming home in 10 minutes.
Inviting a new friend for tea
कल आप हमारे घर आइए।
Please come to our home tomorrow.
A mother calling her son late at night
जल्दी घर आओ!
Come home quickly!
خلفية ثقافية
The concept of 'Ghar' (home) is central to Indian identity, often representing family heritage rather than just property. Hospitality is a core value, and inviting someone home is the standard way to transition from an acquaintance to a friend. Historically, the 'home' was an open space for the community, a sentiment that persists in modern Indian social life.
Word Order Matters
While the concept is 'Aana Ghar', in a sentence, always put 'Ghar' first. It's 'Ghar aao', not 'Aao ghar'!
Come vs. Go
Only use 'Aana' if you are moving toward the home. If you are at work and leaving for home, you can say 'I am going home' (Ghar ja raha hoon).
في 15 ثانية
- Returning to your personal living space after being out.
- Inviting someone to visit your house for a social call.
- A neutral, everyday phrase used with family and friends.
What It Means
घर आना (Ghar Aana) is the heartbeat of Hindi daily life. It literally means 'to come home.' It captures that universal feeling of relief when you kick off your shoes. In Hindi, 'home' isn't just a building; it's a sanctuary. This phrase covers your daily commute and your social invitations. It’s warm, grounded, and very common.
How To Use It
In Hindi, the noun usually comes before the verb. So, you will mostly say घर आना. You need to conjugate the verb आना (to come) to match the person. For yourself, say मैं घर आ रहा हूँ (I am coming home). If you are inviting a friend, say मेरे घर आओ (Come to my home). It’s like a LEGO set; just swap the verb ending to fit the person and the time. Don't worry about complex grammar yet. Just remember: Ghar + Aana = Home + Come.
When To Use It
Use it when you’re leaving the office and texting your partner. Use it when you’re at a cafe and want to move the party to your place. It’s perfect for those 'ETA' texts. If your mom calls you for the fifth time while you're out with friends, this is your go-to response. It’s also the standard way to extend a warm, casual invitation to someone you like. 'You should come home for tea' is a classic Indian social move.
When NOT To Use It
Don't use this for a hotel or a temporary Airbnb. That’s just a place to stay, not a घर. Also, be careful with the direction. If you are *leaving* to go home, use जाना (to go). Only use आना (to come) if you are moving toward the home or inviting someone toward it. Don't use it in a super-stiff business meeting unless you're actually inviting the CEO for dinner (bold move!).
Cultural Background
In India, 'Atithi Devo Bhava' means 'The Guest is God.' Inviting someone to घर आना is a big deal. It’s a sign of trust and friendship. Most Indian homes have an open-door policy for family and close friends. If someone tells you to 'come home,' they probably expect you to eat a full meal, not just have a glass of water. It’s the ultimate gesture of hospitality. Expect tea, snacks, and lots of questions about your life.
Common Variations
You’ll often hear घर वापस आना (Ghar wapas aana), which means 'to come back home.' It adds a bit of emphasis on the 'return.' Another one is घर लौट आना (Ghar laut aana), which sounds a bit more poetic, like returning after a long journey. If you’re being very polite, you might say हमारे घर पधारिए (Hamare ghar padhariye), but that’s very formal—save it for your wedding invitation or a priest!
ملاحظات الاستخدام
The phrase is highly versatile and used across all social classes. The key to mastering it is verb conjugation—ensure the ending of 'aana' matches the subject's gender and the desired level of respect.
Word Order Matters
While the concept is 'Aana Ghar', in a sentence, always put 'Ghar' first. It's 'Ghar aao', not 'Aao ghar'!
Come vs. Go
Only use 'Aana' if you are moving toward the home. If you are at work and leaving for home, you can say 'I am going home' (Ghar ja raha hoon).
The Shoe Rule
If you invite someone to 'Ghar Aana', they will almost certainly leave their shoes at the door. It's a sign of respect for the home's purity.
أمثلة
6मैं 10 मिनट में घर आ रहा हूँ।
I am coming home in 10 minutes.
A very common way to give an ETA.
कल आप हमारे घर आइए।
Please come to our home tomorrow.
Uses the polite 'aap' form for a respectful invitation.
जल्दी घर आओ!
Come home quickly!
The imperative form 'aao' shows authority and concern.
ऑफिस से घर आना बहुत थका देता है।
Coming home from the office is very tiring.
Used here as a general statement about a routine.
क्या तुम आज घर आओगे या अगले साल?
Will you come home today or next year?
A sarcastic way to ask about someone's arrival.
मैं घर आ गया! खाना कहाँ है?
I've come home! Where is the food?
A classic, informal sibling interaction.
اختبر نفسك
Choose the correct form of 'to come' for 'I am coming home' (masculine).
मैं घर ___ हूँ।
'आ रहा' (aa raha) is the present continuous masculine form used with 'मैं' (I).
How would you politely invite someone to your home?
आप मेरे घर ___।
'आइए' (aaiye) is the most formal and polite way to say 'come' when using 'आप' (aap).
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وسائل تعلم بصرية
Formality of 'Ghar Aana'
Used with friends or siblings: 'Ghar aa ja'.
घर आ जा!
Standard daily use: 'Ghar aana'.
मैं घर आ रहा हूँ।
Polite invitation to elders: 'Ghar aaiye'.
आप घर आइए।
When to say 'Ghar Aana'
Commuting
Texting 'I'm coming home'
Hospitality
Inviting a guest for dinner
Family
Parents calling kids back
Celebration
Inviting friends for Diwali
الأسئلة الشائعة
12 أسئلةघर (Ghar) means 'home'—a place with emotional connection. मकान (Makaan) refers to the physical building or 'house'.
You would say मैं घर आ रही हूँ (Main ghar aa rahi hoon). The ending changes from 'raha' to 'rahi'.
It is neutral. The formality depends on how you conjugate the verb आना. Using आइए (aaiye) makes it formal.
Usually, घर आना implies your own home. If you mean a friend's house, you'd say दोस्त के घर जाना (going to a friend's house).
It means 'to come back home.' The word वापस (wapas) means 'back'.
You can say खाने पर घर आइए (Khane par ghar aaiye), which means 'Please come home for food/dinner'.
Yes, if you are actually inviting them over. Use the polite form: आप हमारे घर आइए (Aap hamare ghar aaiye).
Yes, आना is the base verb for 'to come' in Hindi.
Mixing up आना (come) and जाना (go) is the most common mistake for beginners.
Yes! If you are returning to India, you can say मैं घर (भारत) आ रहा हूँ.
You would say घर मत आना (Ghar mat aana). Use मत (mat) for 'don't'.
You would say हम घर आ रहे हैं (Hum ghar aa rahe hain).
عبارات ذات صلة
घर जाना
घर पर होना
मेहमान आना
वापस आना
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