पुरानी गाड़ी
old car
Wörtlich: old (purani) car (gaadi)
Use `purani gaadi` for any used or aged vehicle, keeping the feminine 'i' ending for the adjective.
In 15 Sekunden
- Literally means 'old car' using feminine grammar.
- Used for second-hand vehicles or aging family cars.
- Very common in daily conversation and marketplace haggling.
Bedeutung
This phrase refers to a pre-owned or vintage car. It's what you'd call that trusty old vehicle that has seen better days but still gets you around.
Wichtige Beispiele
3 von 6Talking to a friend about a new purchase
Maine ek purani gaadi khareedi hai.
I have bought an old car.
Complaining to a mechanic
Ye purani gaadi bahut awaaz karti hai.
This old car makes a lot of noise.
Formal insurance inquiry
Kya aap purani gaadi ka bima karte hain?
Do you provide insurance for old cars?
Kultureller Hintergrund
In Indian culture, buying a car—even a 'purani gaadi'—is a major life event often celebrated with a small ritual called 'Puja'. While new cars are status symbols, old cars are often viewed with deep nostalgia and are rarely scrapped until they absolutely stop moving.
The Gender Rule
Always remember 'gaadi' is feminine. If you say 'purana gaadi', people will understand you, but it sounds like saying 'a old car' instead of 'an old car'.
The Lemon Lemonade
In India, if your 'purani gaadi' breaks down often, people might suggest hanging green chilies and a lemon on the bumper to ward off bad luck!
In 15 Sekunden
- Literally means 'old car' using feminine grammar.
- Used for second-hand vehicles or aging family cars.
- Very common in daily conversation and marketplace haggling.
What It Means
Purani gaadi is the standard way to say 'old car' in Hindi. The word purani is the feminine form of 'old' because gaadi (car/vehicle) is a feminine noun. It describes anything from a 20-year-old rust bucket to a well-maintained second-hand car you just bought.
How To Use It
Use it just like you would in English. You can place it at the start of a sentence or as an object. Since gaadi is feminine, make sure your adjectives and verbs match. For example, you say Meri gaadi purani hai (My car is old). It’s a very versatile phrase for daily life.
When To Use It
You'll use this when chatting with friends about your first car. It’s perfect for bargaining at a used car dealership. Use it when complaining to a mechanic about strange noises. It also works when reminiscing about family road trips in the 90s. It’s a very practical, everyday expression.
When NOT To Use It
Don't use purani for people; that would be buddhi or vridh. If a car is a 'classic' or 'antique,' calling it just purani gaadi might feel a bit insulting to a collector. In those cases, 'vintage' or 'classic' is better. Also, avoid it if the car is literally falling apart; then it's a khataara (junk heap).
Cultural Background
In India, a purani gaadi is often a symbol of a middle-class family's first big milestone. Many people keep their first car for decades out of sentimental value. There is a huge market for second-hand cars in India. Often, these cars are decorated with 'evil eye' charms or religious symbols. It’s not just metal; it’s a family member!
Common Variations
You might hear purani car which is the Hinglish version. Some people use second-hand gaadi for more clarity on ownership. In rural areas, gaadi might refer to a cart, but in cities, it’s always a car. If it's really old and noisy, friends might joke and call it a dabba (box).
Nutzungshinweise
The phrase is neutral and safe for all contexts. The main 'gotcha' for English speakers is the grammatical agreement—ensure you use the feminine 'purani' and not the masculine 'purana'.
The Gender Rule
Always remember 'gaadi' is feminine. If you say 'purana gaadi', people will understand you, but it sounds like saying 'a old car' instead of 'an old car'.
The Lemon Lemonade
In India, if your 'purani gaadi' breaks down often, people might suggest hanging green chilies and a lemon on the bumper to ward off bad luck!
Purana vs. Budhha
Never use 'purana' for people. 'Purana' is for objects. For people, use 'vridh' (formal) or 'buddhe' (informal/rude).
Beispiele
6Maine ek purani gaadi khareedi hai.
I have bought an old car.
Standard usage for a second-hand purchase.
Ye purani gaadi bahut awaaz karti hai.
This old car makes a lot of noise.
Using the phrase to describe a mechanical issue.
Kya aap purani gaadi ka bima karte hain?
Do you provide insurance for old cars?
Appropriate for business transactions.
Yaad hai humari wo purani gaadi?
Remember that old car of ours?
Short, nostalgic informal text.
Bhai, ye purani gaadi hai ya museum ka piece?
Bro, is this an old car or a museum piece?
Lighthearted teasing among friends.
Alvida, meri pyaari purani gaadi.
Goodbye, my dear old car.
Expressing attachment to a long-time possession.
Teste dich selbst
Choose the correct adjective form for 'car'.
Mere paas ek ___ gaadi hai.
Since 'gaadi' is a feminine noun, the adjective must end in 'i'.
Complete the sentence to say 'The old car is good'.
Purani gaadi ___ hai.
The adjective 'achhi' (good) must match the feminine gender of 'gaadi'.
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Visuelle Lernhilfen
Formality of 'Purani Gaadi'
Talking to friends about a 'clunker'.
Meri purani gaadi bekaar hai.
Buying or selling a used car.
Mujhe purani gaadi chahiye.
Discussing vehicle age in a report.
Purani gaadiyon par tax zyada hai.
Where to use 'Purani Gaadi'
Mechanic Shop
Fixing an old engine.
Used Car Lot
Bargaining for a deal.
Family Dinner
Nostalgia about road trips.
Insurance Office
Renewing a policy.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenIt literally means 'old car'. It is used for any vehicle that is not brand new.
While it usually means car, 'gaadi' can refer to any vehicle, including trains or carts. However, in a city context, it almost always means a car.
Yes, it is a neutral phrase. You can use it at a bank, an insurance office, or with your boss without any issues.
In Hindi, nouns have gender. 'Gaadi' is feminine, so the adjective 'purana' changes to 'purani' to match it.
You would say Mere paas ek purani gaadi hai. This is the most natural way to express possession.
People often use the word khataara for a car that is in very poor condition and barely runs.
Yes, 'car' is a very common loanword in Hindi. Using purani car is perfectly fine and very common in urban areas.
Yes, because 'makaan' (house) can be masculine, you'd say purana makaan, but 'haveli' (mansion) is feminine, so it would be purani haveli.
The opposite is nayi gaadi, which means 'new car'.
Not necessarily, but if they are proud of it, you might want to use vintage or classic instead.
Verwandte Redewendungen
नयी गाड़ी (Nayi gaadi)
New car
खटारा (Khataara)
A junk car/clunker
पुरानी यादें (Purani yaadein)
Old memories
गाड़ी चलाना (Gaadi chalana)
To drive a car
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