रास्ता निकालना
to find way out
Wörtlich: To extract a path
Use this phrase to show you are resourceful and can find solutions in tricky situations.
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- To find a creative solution to a difficult problem.
- Commonly used in both professional and personal life.
- Reflects the Indian spirit of resourcefulness and 'Jugaad'.
Bedeutung
It means finding a creative solution or a workaround when you are stuck in a difficult situation. It is like discovering a hidden exit when the main door is locked.
Wichtige Beispiele
3 von 6Stuck in a massive traffic jam
ट्रैफिक बहुत है, पर हम कोई न कोई रास्ता निकाल लेंगे।
There is a lot of traffic, but we will find some way out.
Discussing a tight project deadline
बजट कम है, हमें काम पूरा करने का रास्ता निकालना होगा।
The budget is low; we will have to find a way to complete the work.
Texting a friend who is stressed about an exam
चिंता मत कर, हम मिलकर कोई रास्ता निकालेंगे।
Don't worry, we will find a way together.
Kultureller Hintergrund
This phrase is deeply tied to the Indian concept of 'Jugaad,' which refers to innovative problem-solving or a frugal workaround. In a country with a massive population and complex bureaucracy, 'finding a way' is a necessary survival skill and a point of pride. It suggests that no matter how blocked the path seems, a clever mind can always find a gap.
The 'Jugaad' Connection
If you want to sound like a local, use this phrase when you're about to do something a bit unconventional to solve a problem.
Don't be too literal
If you are literally digging a path through a forest, use 'raasta banana' (to make a path) instead of 'nikaalna'.
In 15 Sekunden
- To find a creative solution to a difficult problem.
- Commonly used in both professional and personal life.
- Reflects the Indian spirit of resourcefulness and 'Jugaad'.
What It Means
रास्ता निकालना is all about resourcefulness. It means you are not giving up. You are looking for a clever way out. It is more than just solving a math problem. It is about navigating life's messy obstacles. Think of it as 'making it work' against the odds.
How To Use It
You use it as a functional verb phrase. You can say मैंने रास्ता निकाल लिया (I found a way). It fits perfectly when you are brainstorming solutions. Use it when you want to sound proactive. It shows you have a 'can-do' attitude. Just swap the verb ending based on the tense.
When To Use It
Use it when you are stuck in traffic. Use it when your budget is too tight. It is great for office meetings about deadlines. Use it when trying to convince your parents. It works well when texting a friend in trouble. It sounds supportive and optimistic in tough times.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use it for very simple tasks. If you just need to open a jar, don't use it. It is for 'situations,' not just physical objects. Avoid using it if the solution is obvious. It implies there was a real struggle involved. Don't use it for purely academic answers either.
Cultural Background
This phrase is the heart of Indian 'Jugaad' culture. In India, things don't always go as planned. Systems can be chaotic or slow. People pride themselves on being 'path-finders.' It reflects a history of making the most of limited resources. It is a very respected trait in Indian society.
Common Variations
You might hear कोई न कोई रास्ता निकल आएगा. This means 'some way or another will emerge.' It is a very common phrase of comfort. Another one is बीच का रास्ता निकालना. This means finding a middle ground or a compromise. It is used often in negotiations or family arguments.
Nutzungshinweise
The phrase is very versatile and works across all levels of formality. The key is the verb 'nikaalna' (to take out/extract), which implies that the solution already exists and you just need to find it.
The 'Jugaad' Connection
If you want to sound like a local, use this phrase when you're about to do something a bit unconventional to solve a problem.
Don't be too literal
If you are literally digging a path through a forest, use 'raasta banana' (to make a path) instead of 'nikaalna'.
The Power of Optimism
Indians often use the passive form 'raasta nikal aayega' (a way will emerge) to show faith that things will work out eventually.
Beispiele
6ट्रैफिक बहुत है, पर हम कोई न कोई रास्ता निकाल लेंगे।
There is a lot of traffic, but we will find some way out.
Suggests looking for a shortcut or an alternative route.
बजट कम है, हमें काम पूरा करने का रास्ता निकालना होगा।
The budget is low; we will have to find a way to complete the work.
Professional use showing problem-solving intent.
चिंता मत कर, हम मिलकर कोई रास्ता निकालेंगे।
Don't worry, we will find a way together.
Very supportive and common in close friendships.
गेट बंद है, चलो पीछे से कोई रास्ता निकालते हैं!
The gate is closed; let's find a way from the back!
Used here for a slightly mischievous or clever workaround.
लड़ना बंद करो, हमें बीच का रास्ता निकालना चाहिए।
Stop fighting; we should find a middle ground.
Uses the 'middle path' variation for compromise.
मकान मालिक मान नहीं रहा, मुझे कोई और रास्ता निकालना पड़ेगा।
The landlord isn't agreeing; I'll have to find another way.
Implies looking for a different strategy or legal path.
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Choose the correct form of the phrase to complete the sentence.
मुश्किल घड़ी है, पर हिम्मत मत हारो, हम ज़रूर ___।
`रास्ता निकालना` is the correct collocation for finding a solution.
Which word completes the 'middle ground' variation?
दोनों पक्षों को खुश करने के लिए हमें ___ का रास्ता निकालना होगा।
`बीच का रास्ता निकालना` means to find a compromise or middle ground.
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Formality Spectrum of 'Raasta Nikaalna'
Used with friends when trying to figure out weekend plans.
Party mein jaane ka koi raasta nikaalte hain!
Standard usage in daily problem-solving.
Paise khatam ho gaye, ab raasta nikaalna padega.
Used in business meetings to discuss strategy.
Hamein is samasya ka raasta nikaalna hoga.
When to use 'Raasta Nikaalna'
Financial Trouble
Finding a way to pay bills.
Traffic Jams
Finding a shortcut on Google Maps.
Creative Block
Finding a new angle for a story.
Arguments
Finding a compromise between friends.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenIt means to find a solution or a way out of a difficult situation. For example, Hamein iska raasta nikaalna hoga means 'We must find a way out of this.'
Yes, but usually when the path is hidden or blocked. If you are finding a shortcut in traffic, you can say Yahan se raasta nikaalte hain.
Hal nikaalna specifically means 'to find a solution' to a problem like a puzzle. Raasta nikaalna is broader and more about navigating a situation.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or with your best friend without any issues.
You would say Humne raasta nikaal liya. The verb nikaalna changes to nikaal liya in the past tense.
It literally means 'the middle path.' It refers to finding a compromise that satisfies both parties in a disagreement.
Sure! If a couple is facing obstacles, they might say Hum saath rehne ka koi raasta nikaal lenge (We will find a way to stay together).
Not really, but you can say Koi raasta nahi nikal raha to mean 'No solution is appearing' or 'We are stuck.'
No, it is standard Hindi. However, it is very common in colloquial speech and Bollywood movies.
A common mistake is using khojna (to search) instead of nikaalna. While raasta khojna is grammatically okay, raasta nikaalna is the natural idiom.
Verwandte Redewendungen
हल निकालना
To find a solution
जुगाड़ करना
To make a clever workaround
बीच का रास्ता
A middle ground/compromise
उपाय सोचना
To think of a remedy or plan
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