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नहाना करना

to take a bath

حرفيًا: to do bathing

Use this phrase to describe your daily washing routine with friends and family.

في 15 ثانية

  • A common way to say you are taking a bath.
  • Used for daily routines and personal hygiene tasks.
  • Combines 'bathing' with the verb 'to do' for completion.

المعنى

This phrase is a common way to talk about the daily routine of washing up or taking a shower. It treats the act of bathing as a specific task or chore to be completed during the day.

أمثلة رئيسية

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Talking to a roommate in the morning

मैं नहाना करके आता हूँ, फिर नाश्ता करेंगे।

I'll come back after taking a bath, then we'll have breakfast.

😊
2

Checking if a child is ready

क्या तुमने नहाना कर लिया?

Did you take your bath?

🤝
3

Explaining a delay to a colleague

सॉरी, मुझे नहाना करने में देर हो गई।

Sorry, I got late taking a bath.

💼
🌍

خلفية ثقافية

Bathing in India is deeply tied to the concept of 'Shuddhi' or purity. Traditionally, one must bathe before performing 'Puja' (prayer) or eating the first meal. This practice is so ingrained that even in modern urban settings, the morning bath is the definitive start to the day.

💡

The Rhyme Rule

Use 'नहाना-धोना' (nahana-dhona) to sound like a native speaker. It implies a thorough cleaning.

⚠️

Don't Swim!

Never use 'नहाना' if you mean swimming for sport. Use 'तैरना' (tairna) instead.

في 15 ثانية

  • A common way to say you are taking a bath.
  • Used for daily routines and personal hygiene tasks.
  • Combines 'bathing' with the verb 'to do' for completion.

What It Means

नहाना करना is a simple way to say you are taking a bath. It combines the word for bathing with the verb "to do." Think of it as "getting your bathing done." It sounds more like a completed task than just the act itself. It is the bread and butter of daily morning conversations in India.

How To Use It

You treat करना as the main verb here. If you are a guy, you might say मैंने नहाना कर लिया. If you are a girl, the form stays similar for the action. You use it when planning your morning routine. "I need to do my bathing first," you might say to your roommate. It is very flexible and easy to conjugate.

When To Use It

Use it when talking about your daily schedule. It works great when you are in a hurry. Tell your friends you will meet them after you bathe. It is perfect for casual morning chats at home. Use it when checking if the kids have washed up yet. It is a very practical, everyday expression.

When NOT To Use It

Don't use it in very poetic or high-literary settings. In those cases, just the word स्नान is much better. Avoid it if you are talking about swimming in a pool. That requires the word तैरना instead. It might sound a bit repetitive in very formal speeches. Also, don't use it for washing just your hands.

Cultural Background

In India, a morning bath is almost a sacred ritual. Most people won't enter the kitchen without bathing first. It is about spiritual purity as much as physical cleanliness. The heat in India makes daily bathing a non-negotiable habit. Even in winter, most people prefer a quick bucket bath. It is the first step to starting a productive day.

Common Variations

You will often hear नहाना-धोना. This literally means "bathing and washing." It covers the whole process of getting ready. Another common one is नहा-धोकर. This means "having bathed and washed up." It implies you are now fresh and ready for the world. These variations add a bit of local flavor to your speech.

ملاحظات الاستخدام

This phrase is neutral and perfect for everyday life. It is slightly more colloquial than just using the verb `नहाना` alone, making you sound more like a native speaker in casual settings.

💡

The Rhyme Rule

Use 'नहाना-धोना' (nahana-dhona) to sound like a native speaker. It implies a thorough cleaning.

⚠️

Don't Swim!

Never use 'नहाना' if you mean swimming for sport. Use 'तैरना' (tairna) instead.

💬

The Bucket Secret

Most Indians use a 'balti' (bucket) and 'mugga' (mug) rather than a shower head. It's more water-efficient!

أمثلة

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#1 Talking to a roommate in the morning
😊

मैं नहाना करके आता हूँ, फिर नाश्ता करेंगे।

I'll come back after taking a bath, then we'll have breakfast.

Here, 'karke' shows the sequence of actions.

#2 Checking if a child is ready
🤝

क्या तुमने नहाना कर लिया?

Did you take your bath?

A standard way for parents to check on morning chores.

#3 Explaining a delay to a colleague
💼

सॉरी, मुझे नहाना करने में देर हो गई।

Sorry, I got late taking a bath.

A relatable excuse for being a few minutes late to a casual call.

#4 Texting a friend who is waiting
😊

बस ५ मिनट, मैं नहाना कर रहा हूँ!

Just 5 minutes, I am taking a bath!

Commonly used in texts to explain why you aren't ready.

#5 A humorous observation about a lazy friend
😄

भाई, तीन दिन से तुमने नहाना नहीं किया क्या?

Brother, have you not taken a bath for three days?

A classic joke among friends during cold winters.

#6 A mother caring for a sick child
💭

गरम पानी से नहाना कर लो, अच्छा लगेगा।

Take a bath with warm water, you will feel better.

Bathing is often seen as a way to refresh the spirit.

اختبر نفسك

Choose the correct verb to complete the phrase about taking a bath.

मैंने अभी तक ___ नहीं किया है।

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: नहाना

In the context of morning routines, 'नहाना' (bathing) fits the verb 'किया' (did) perfectly.

Complete the sentence to tell someone you are going to bathe.

मैं ___ करने जा रहा हूँ।

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: नहाना

'नहाना करने' is the standard colloquial way to say you're going to wash up.

🎉 النتيجة: /2

وسائل تعلم بصرية

Formality Spectrum of 'Bathing'

Informal

Used with siblings or close friends.

नहा लिया?

Neutral

Standard daily conversation.

नहाना करना

Formal

Polite or religious contexts.

स्नान करना

When to use 'नहाना करना'

Taking a Bath
🌅

Morning Routine

Getting ready for work.

💪

After Gym

Washing off sweat.

🪔

Before Festivals

Ritual cleaning.

🚿

Parenting

Telling kids to clean up.

الأسئلة الشائعة

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It literally translates to 'to do bathing.' It treats the act of washing as a task.

Yes, adding 'करना' makes it feel like a completed chore or a specific part of a schedule.

It is most common in the morning when discussing your daily routine with family.

Absolutely, it covers any form of washing the body, whether by bucket or shower.

No, it is a very common colloquial expression used by people of all ages.

You would say मैंने नहाना कर लिया है to indicate the task is finished.

It is a rhyming pair that means 'to wash up thoroughly.' It's very common in informal speech.

It is better to use the simpler नहाना or तैयार होना (to get ready) in professional settings.

Yes, the word स्नान (snan) is the formal and Sanskrit-derived term for bathing.

No, for hands or face, use the specific phrase हाथ-मुँह धोना (haath-muh dhona).

The hot climate and religious traditions emphasize physical and spiritual purity every morning.

Yes, you will hear it frequently in family dramas and comedy scenes involving morning chaos.

عبارات ذات صلة

स्नान करना

to bathe (formal/religious)

नहाना-धोना

to wash up thoroughly

हाथ-मुँह धोना

to wash hands and face

तैयार होना

to get ready

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