B1 Collocation محايد 2 دقيقة للقراءة

असहमति जताना

to express disagreement

حرفيًا: to show disagreement

Use `असहमति जताना` to professionally or clearly voice a different opinion without sounding aggressive.

في 15 ثانية

  • A polite way to say you don't agree with an idea.
  • Used in both professional meetings and serious personal discussions.
  • Combines 'disagreement' with the act of 'expressing' or 'showing'.
  • Perfect for when you want to be firm but respectful.

المعنى

This phrase is used when you want to express that you don't agree with someone's opinion or idea. It is a polite and clear way to say 'I beg to differ' or 'I disagree.'

أمثلة رئيسية

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1

In a professional meeting

मैने नए प्रोजेक्ट के बजट पर अपनी असहमति जताई।

I expressed my disagreement regarding the new project's budget.

💼
2

Discussing dinner plans with friends

जब सबने फिल्म देखने का फैसला किया, तो राहुल ने असहमति जताई।

When everyone decided to watch a movie, Rahul expressed his disagreement.

😊
3

Texting a friend about a controversial take

यार, मैं तुम्हारी इस बात से असहमति जताता हूँ।

Buddy, I express my disagreement with this point of yours.

🤝
🌍

خلفية ثقافية

In Indian society, voicing dissent can be delicate. This phrase is culturally significant because it uses the word 'Jatana' (to manifest), which implies a formal or intentional act of sharing one's view. It is frequently used in Indian news headlines to describe political opposition in a respectful manner.

💡

The Power of 'Apni'

Always add `अपनी` (my/his/her) before `असहमति` to sound more natural. For example: `अपनी असहमति जताना`.

⚠️

Don't be too blunt

While this is polite, in very hierarchical Indian offices, you might want to start with 'I understand your point, but...' before using this phrase.

في 15 ثانية

  • A polite way to say you don't agree with an idea.
  • Used in both professional meetings and serious personal discussions.
  • Combines 'disagreement' with the act of 'expressing' or 'showing'.
  • Perfect for when you want to be firm but respectful.

What It Means

असहमति जताना is your go-to phrase for expressing a difference of opinion. The word असहमति means disagreement. The verb जताना means to express or manifest. Together, they form a clear way to voice your dissent. It is not just about saying 'no.' It is about communicating that your perspective is different. Think of it as the polite cousin of a blunt argument.

How To Use It

You use this phrase like a standard verb in Hindi. You can say मैंने अपनी असहमति जताई for 'I expressed my disagreement.' It works perfectly in both spoken and written Hindi. You can use it with postpositions like पर (on/at) to specify what you disagree with. For example, इस फैसले पर असहमति जताना means to disagree with this decision. It is flexible and fits into most sentence structures easily.

When To Use It

Use this in a professional meeting when a plan seems flawed. Use it with friends when debating which movie to watch. It is perfect for news reports or formal writing too. If you are texting a group chat and everyone wants pizza but you want sushi, this is your phrase. It sounds more sophisticated than just saying 'I don't like that.' It shows you have a reasoned objection.

When NOT To Use It

Avoid using this in a heated, emotional shouting match. It sounds a bit too 'composed' for a screaming fight. Do not use it for simple physical dislikes. You wouldn't 'express disagreement' with a bitter cup of coffee. You also shouldn't use it if you are just being stubborn without a reason. It implies a conscious choice to hold a different view.

Cultural Background

In Indian culture, direct confrontation is often avoided to maintain 'Lihaz' (decorum). असहमति जताना provides a linguistic buffer. It allows you to be firm without being rude. Historically, it is used in democratic and legal contexts in India. It reflects the value of 'Tark' (logic) in Indian philosophical traditions. Using this phrase shows you are a person of substance and manners.

Common Variations

You might hear विरोध करना which is much stronger, like 'to protest.' Another variation is मतभेद होना, which means 'to have a difference of opinion.' If you want to be very casual, you might just say मैं सहमत नहीं हूँ. However, असहमति जताना remains the most versatile for showing you are taking a stand. It is the 'goldilocks' phrase—not too soft, not too harsh.

ملاحظات الاستخدام

This is a neutral-to-formal collocation. It's highly effective in professional settings or when you want to sound articulate during a disagreement.

💡

The Power of 'Apni'

Always add `अपनी` (my/his/her) before `असहमति` to sound more natural. For example: `अपनी असहमति जताना`.

⚠️

Don't be too blunt

While this is polite, in very hierarchical Indian offices, you might want to start with 'I understand your point, but...' before using this phrase.

💬

The 'Sir' Factor

If you are disagreeing with an elder or boss, add `जी` or `सर` to the sentence to keep the respect intact while being firm.

أمثلة

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#1 In a professional meeting
💼

मैने नए प्रोजेक्ट के बजट पर अपनी असहमति जताई।

I expressed my disagreement regarding the new project's budget.

Shows professional confidence and critical thinking.

#2 Discussing dinner plans with friends
😊

जब सबने फिल्म देखने का फैसला किया, तो राहुल ने असहमति जताई।

When everyone decided to watch a movie, Rahul expressed his disagreement.

Used here to show a different preference in a group.

#3 Texting a friend about a controversial take
🤝

यार, मैं तुम्हारी इस बात से असहमति जताता हूँ।

Buddy, I express my disagreement with this point of yours.

Slightly formal for a text, which can add a touch of mock-seriousness.

#4 A humorous debate about tea vs coffee
😄

चाय में चीनी न डालने पर मैंने कड़ी असहमति जताई!

I expressed strong disagreement over not putting sugar in the tea!

Using a formal phrase for a trivial topic creates humor.

#5 A serious family discussion
💭

पिताजी ने मेरे विदेश जाने के फैसले पर असहमति जताई।

Father expressed disagreement with my decision to go abroad.

Conveys a serious conflict of interest within a family.

#6 News reporting context
👔

विपक्ष ने सरकार की नई नीति पर असहमति जताई है।

The opposition has expressed disagreement with the government's new policy.

This is the classic 'news anchor' way of using the phrase.

اختبر نفسك

Choose the correct verb form to complete the sentence.

उसने मेरी योजना पर अपनी ___ जताई।

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: असहमति

The word 'जताई' (expressed) pairs naturally with 'असहमति' (disagreement) in this context.

Complete the phrase for a formal report.

समिति के सदस्यों ने इस प्रस्ताव पर ___ जताई है।

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: असहमति

In a committee (समिति) setting, members express disagreement (असहमति) on proposals.

🎉 النتيجة: /2

وسائل تعلم بصرية

Formality Scale of Disagreeing

Informal

Simple refusal

मैं नहीं मानता (I don't agree/believe)

Neutral

Clear and balanced

असहमति जताना

Very Formal

Official dissent

कड़ा विरोध दर्ज करना (To register strong protest)

Where to use 'असहमति जताना'

असहमति जताना
💼

Office Meeting

Disagreeing with a strategy

📰

News/Politics

Opposing a new law

🗣️

Debates

Countering an argument

🏠

Family Talk

Vetoing a vacation spot

الأسئلة الشائعة

11 أسئلة

It means 'disagreement' or 'dissent.' It comes from the root सहमति (agreement) with the prefix 'a-' which negates it.

Yes, especially in serious or semi-formal conversations. You'll hear it often on news channels like आज तक.

Absolutely! It sounds a bit more 'intellectual' than just saying no, which can be fun during a friendly debate.

You can say मैं असहमति जताता हूँ (masculine) or मैं असहमति जताती हूँ (feminine).

Not at all. In fact, it's a very civil way to disagree compared to using slang or aggressive tones.

विरोध करना means to actively protest or oppose, while असहमति जताना is simply stating that you don't agree.

Yes, it is perfect for professional emails. For example: मैं इस प्रस्ताव पर अपनी असहमति जताना चाहता हूँ.

It follows standard Hindi verb rules. Use जताई for past, जता रहा हूँ for present continuous, and जताऊँगा for future.

You can just say मैं सहमत नहीं हूँ (I am not in agreement), which is slightly more common in very casual talk.

The verb जताना changes based on the subject. For 'we', use हमने असहमति जताई.

Not really. It's for opinions and ideas, not for your dislike of broccoli!

عبارات ذات صلة

सहमत होना

to agree

मतभेद होना

to have a difference of opinion

विरोध करना

to oppose or protest

तर्क करना

to argue or reason

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