मूल्यांकन करना
to evaluate
حرفيًا: to do a price-estimation / to do a value-calculation
Use this phrase when you want to sound professional while analyzing the success or quality of something.
في 15 ثانية
- To judge the value or quality of something systematically.
- Used frequently in work, school, and serious discussions.
- Combines 'value' and 'marking' to mean a formal assessment.
المعنى
It means to step back and judge the value, quality, or importance of something. It is like being a judge on a talent show, but for everything from work projects to your friend's new cooking.
أمثلة رئيسية
3 من 6In a business meeting
हमें इस साल के प्रदर्शन का मूल्यांकन करना होगा।
We will have to evaluate this year's performance.
A teacher talking to a student
शिक्षक आपकी उत्तर पुस्तिका का मूल्यांकन कर रहे हैं।
The teacher is evaluating your answer sheet.
Discussing a friend's bad dating choice (humorous)
भाई, अपनी पसंद का फिर से मूल्यांकन करो!
Brother, evaluate your choices again!
خلفية ثقافية
The phrase is deeply rooted in the Sanskrit-derived vocabulary of modern Hindi. It gained massive popularity in the post-independence era as India built its formal education and bureaucratic systems. Today, it is the go-to term for the 'Audit Culture' prevalent in Indian corporate and government sectors.
The 'Ka' Rule
Always remember to use 'ka' before 'mulyankan'. It's 'Situation KA mulyankan', not just 'Situation mulyankan'.
Don't be a Robot
Avoid using this when your partner asks 'How do I look?'. Saying 'I am evaluating your outfit' might lead to a long, lonely night.
في 15 ثانية
- To judge the value or quality of something systematically.
- Used frequently in work, school, and serious discussions.
- Combines 'value' and 'marking' to mean a formal assessment.
What It Means
Mulyankan karna is all about assessment. The word mulyankan comes from mulya (value) and ankan (marking). You are essentially 'marking the value' of something. It is more than just looking; it is analyzing. You use it when you need to decide if something was successful. It is the mental process of weighing pros and cons.
How To Use It
You treat it as a standard 'karna' verb. It usually follows the object you are judging. For example, you can mulyankan karna of a situation, a student, or a movie. It sounds sophisticated but is very common in professional settings. You will often see it used with the postposition ka (of). So, it becomes [Something] ka mulyankan karna.
When To Use It
Use it in your office during annual reviews. Use it when discussing the results of a new government policy. It is perfect for academic settings when a teacher grades a paper. You can even use it when debating which restaurant has the best butter chicken. It shows you are thinking critically rather than just giving a gut reaction.
When NOT To Use It
Avoid it in very casual, high-energy slang sessions. If your friend asks if you like their new shoes, don't say you are 'evaluating' them. That sounds like you are a cold robot! In those cases, just say achha hai (it's good). Also, don't use it for simple physical measurements like weighing flour. That is naapna or tolna.
Cultural Background
In India, there is a heavy emphasis on 'mulyankan' in the education system. From a young age, kids are used to their performance being evaluated constantly. This phrase carries a weight of authority and seriousness. It reflects a culture that values deep analysis and formal feedback. It has become a staple in Hindi news and corporate 'Hinglish' environments.
Common Variations
You might hear parakhna, which is more about 'testing' or 'probing' someone's character. There is also aankna, which is a bit more like 'estimating' or 'guessing' the value. Mulyankan karna remains the gold standard for a formal, comprehensive evaluation. It is the word you want when you want to sound like you know exactly what you are doing.
ملاحظات الاستخدام
This is a high-register collocation. Use it in professional, academic, or serious contexts. In casual speech, it can be used for ironic or humorous effect to sound overly formal.
The 'Ka' Rule
Always remember to use 'ka' before 'mulyankan'. It's 'Situation KA mulyankan', not just 'Situation mulyankan'.
Don't be a Robot
Avoid using this when your partner asks 'How do I look?'. Saying 'I am evaluating your outfit' might lead to a long, lonely night.
The Hinglish Shortcut
In modern Mumbai or Delhi offices, people often just say 'Evaluate karna' instead of the full Hindi phrase, but using the Hindi version gets you massive respect for your vocabulary.
أمثلة
6हमें इस साल के प्रदर्शन का मूल्यांकन करना होगा।
We will have to evaluate this year's performance.
Standard professional use for annual reviews.
शिक्षक आपकी उत्तर पुस्तिका का मूल्यांकन कर रहे हैं।
The teacher is evaluating your answer sheet.
Very common in Indian schools and colleges.
भाई, अपनी पसंद का फिर से मूल्यांकन करो!
Brother, evaluate your choices again!
Using a formal word for a personal fail adds a funny, dramatic effect.
मैंने अपने जीवन के लक्ष्यों का मूल्यांकन किया है।
I have evaluated my life goals.
Used for deep, personal introspection.
फिल्म ठीक थी, पर क्रिटिक्स इसका कड़ा मूल्यांकन कर रहे हैं।
The movie was okay, but critics are evaluating it harshly.
Common in the context of reviews and media.
मैकेनिक कार की स्थिति का मूल्यांकन करेगा।
The mechanic will evaluate the condition of the car.
Used for technical assessments.
اختبر نفسك
Choose the correct word to complete the professional sentence.
बॉस हमारी मेहनत का ___ करेंगे।
In a work context, a boss 'evaluates' (mulyankan) the hard work of employees.
Complete the sentence about a student's task.
परीक्षा के बाद, टीचर पेपर का ___ करती है।
Teachers evaluate papers after exams.
🎉 النتيجة: /2
وسائل تعلم بصرية
Formality Scale of 'Evaluating'
Checking something out casually
Dekhna (to see)
Testing or checking
Check karna
Official evaluation/assessment
Mulyankan karna
Where to use Mulyankan Karna
Office Performance
Appraisal time
Education
Grading exams
Critical Reviews
Movie/Food critics
Self-Reflection
New Year resolutions
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةNot at all! While common in schools, it is used for any serious assessment, like project ka mulyankan (evaluating a project).
Only if you are being serious or funny. If you use it for casual things, you might sound a bit too formal or 'stiff'.
Jaanch is more like an 'investigation' or 'check-up' (like at a doctor), while mulyankan is specifically about judging value or quality.
You won't hear it in dance songs, but you'll definitely hear it in serious dramas or political thrillers during intense dialogue.
You just add 'atman' (self) to it: atman-mulyankan (आत्म-मूल्यांकन).
Yes, very often! News anchors use it when discussing the arthvyavastha (economy) or chunav (elections).
Yes, if you are acting like a food critic. Khane ka mulyankan karna sounds like you are writing a professional review.
No, it sounds educated and professional. It is very much a 'living' word in modern formal Hindi.
There isn't a direct opposite verb, but andekha karna (to ignore/overlook) is the functional opposite of evaluating something.
Break it down: Mool-yaan-kan. The 'n' is a soft nasal sound. Practice it a few times and it flows easily!
عبارات ذات صلة
जाँच करना
to investigate or check
परखना
to test or examine someone's character
तुलना करना
to compare
समीक्षा करना
to review (like a book or movie)
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