A2 Collocation Neutral 2 min de lectura

दुखी होना

to be sad

Literalmente: sad/sorrowful to be/become

Use it anytime you feel unhappy, from minor inconveniences to genuine emotional setbacks.

En 15 segundos

  • Standard way to say 'to be sad' in Hindi.
  • Combines the adjective 'Dukhi' with the verb 'Hona'.
  • Works in both casual chats and formal letters.

Significado

This phrase is the most common way to say you are feeling sad or unhappy. It is like telling a friend you're feeling a bit down or that something has dampened your mood.

Ejemplos clave

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1

Texting a friend about a cancelled plan

आज का प्लान कैंसिल हो गया, मैं बहुत दुखी हूँ।

Today's plan got cancelled, I am very sad.

😊
2

Reacting to a sad movie scene

फिल्म का अंत देखकर वह दुखी हो गई।

She became sad after seeing the end of the movie.

💭
3

A professional email regarding a project delay

हमें यह जानकर दुख हुआ कि प्रोजेक्ट में देरी होगी।

We are sad (sorry) to know that there will be a delay in the project.

💼
🌍

Contexto cultural

The word 'Dukh' has deep roots in Indian philosophy, often referring to the inherent suffering of life. However, in daily conversation, 'Dukhi hona' has modernized into a standard, relatable way to express any level of unhappiness. It's a bridge between ancient philosophy and modern texting.

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The 'Hona' Secret

Remember that 'Hona' changes based on tense. Use 'Hua' for 'became' and 'Hoon' for 'am'.

⚠️

Don't confuse with 'Dard'

'Dard' means physical pain. If you say your heart has 'Dard', people might call a doctor!

En 15 segundos

  • Standard way to say 'to be sad' in Hindi.
  • Combines the adjective 'Dukhi' with the verb 'Hona'.
  • Works in both casual chats and formal letters.

What It Means

दुखी होना is your go-to expression for general sadness. It covers everything from losing your favorite pen to feeling low after a breakup. It combines the adjective दुखी (sad) with the verb होना (to be). It is simple, direct, and very common.

How To Use It

You change the verb होना based on who is sad. For example, मैं दुखी हूँ means "I am sad." If you are talking about a girl, you say वह दुखी है. It is very flexible. You can use it in past, present, or future tenses easily. It is like a LEGO set for your emotions.

When To Use It

Use it when you miss a friend. Use it when your favorite team loses a match. It works perfectly when you are texting a buddy about a bad day. It also fits in professional emails when expressing regret. If your coffee spills, you can definitely say you are दुखी. It is the "all-rounder" of sad expressions.

When NOT To Use It

Don't use it for very mild boredom. Being bored is बोर होना, not दुखी होना. Also, for extreme, soul-crushing grief, people might use more poetic words. Avoid using it if you are just angry. In Hindi, being "mad" and "sad" are very distinct. Don't confuse them or your friends might get worried!

Cultural Background

In Indian culture, expressing emotions is usually quite open. People often share their दुख (sorrow) to bond with others. There is a famous saying that sharing sorrow halves it. Using this phrase shows you are being honest about your feelings. It is not seen as a sign of weakness. It is just being human.

Common Variations

You will often hear उदास होना. That is more like being "gloomy" or "melancholy." परेशान होना means being worried or upset. If someone is "very" sad, they add बहुत before दुखी. Like, मैं बहुत दुखी हूँ. It adds that extra punch of emotion to your sentence.

Notas de uso

This phrase is neutral and safe for all situations. Just remember to conjugate the verb 'Hona' to match the subject's gender and number.

💡

The 'Hona' Secret

Remember that 'Hona' changes based on tense. Use 'Hua' for 'became' and 'Hoon' for 'am'.

⚠️

Don't confuse with 'Dard'

'Dard' means physical pain. If you say your heart has 'Dard', people might call a doctor!

💬

The Chai Connection

In India, the universal cure for being 'dukhi' is a hot cup of masala chai with friends.

Ejemplos

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#1 Texting a friend about a cancelled plan
😊

आज का प्लान कैंसिल हो गया, मैं बहुत दुखी हूँ।

Today's plan got cancelled, I am very sad.

A very common way to show disappointment to friends.

#2 Reacting to a sad movie scene
💭

फिल्म का अंत देखकर वह दुखी हो गई।

She became sad after seeing the end of the movie.

Shows the transition into a sad state.

#3 A professional email regarding a project delay
💼

हमें यह जानकर दुख हुआ कि प्रोजेक्ट में देरी होगी।

We are sad (sorry) to know that there will be a delay in the project.

In formal contexts, it often translates to 'to be sorry' or 'to regret'.

#4 Losing a game of cards
🤝

हारने के बाद बच्चा दुखी हो गया।

The child became sad after losing.

Describes a simple, everyday emotional reaction.

#5 Humorous complaint about food
😄

पिज्जा खत्म हो गया, अब मैं दुखी हूँ!

The pizza is finished, now I am sad!

Using 'sad' for trivial things adds a touch of humor.

#6 Comforting someone
🤝

दुखी मत हो, सब ठीक हो जाएगा।

Don't be sad, everything will be fine.

A standard phrase for offering comfort.

Ponte a prueba

Choose the correct form of 'to be' for a male speaker.

मैं बहुत ___ हूँ।

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: दुखी

The context of the lesson is sadness, so 'दुखी' is the intended answer.

Complete the sentence: 'Don't be sad.'

दुखी ___ मत।

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: हो

'हो' is the imperative form used when telling someone not to be something.

🎉 Puntuación: /2

Ayudas visuales

Formality of 'दुखी होना'

Informal

Used with friends for small disappointments.

यार, मैं दुखी हूँ।

Neutral

Standard daily conversation.

वह आज दुखी है।

Formal

Expressing regret in professional settings.

हमें यह सुनकर दुख हुआ।

When to say 'दुखी होना'

दुखी होना
😢

Bad News

Hearing about a sick pet.

Disappointment

Your favorite cafe is closed.

🤝

Empathy

Comforting a crying friend.

🎵

Pop Culture

Reacting to a sad song.

Preguntas frecuentes

10 preguntas

No, it covers any level of sadness. You can be दुखी quietly without shedding a single tear.

Yes, but usually in the form दुख हुआ (felt sad/regret) to show empathy for a problem.

उदास (udaas) is more like feeling gloomy or lonely, while दुखी is a general state of unhappiness.

Just add बहुत (bahut) before the phrase: मैं बहुत दुखी हूँ.

Absolutely! In Hindi-speaking cultures, expressing sadness is very common for everyone.

Not at all. It is a standard dictionary phrase that everyone from kids to grandparents uses.

No, for physical pain use दर्द होना (dard hona). दुखी होना is strictly for emotions.

The opposite is खुश होना (khush hona), which means 'to be happy'.

Yes, दुखी is the adjective, and होना is the verb that makes it an action.

You can say दुखी मत हो, बेटा (Don't be sad, son/child).

Frases relacionadas

उदास होना

to be gloomy/melancholy

परेशान होना

to be worried/troubled

रोना आना

to feel like crying

दिल टूटना

to be heartbroken

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