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verb

to be

"मैं छात्र हूँ।"

verb

to do

"काम करना।"

verb

Hona is the primary Hindi verb meaning 'to be,' used to link a subject with its identity, state, or description. It also functions as 'to happen' or 'to occur' and is the most important auxiliary verb for forming all continuous, perfect, and future tenses.

"क्या हो रहा है?"

verb

to go

"स्कूल जाना।"

verb

to come

"घर आना।"

noun

house

"मेरा घर।"

verb

Denā is a fundamental transitive verb in Hindi that primarily means 'to give', 'to hand over', or 'to provide'. Beyond its literal meaning, it acts as an auxiliary verb to indicate an action done for someone else or to express the concept of 'letting' or permitting someone to do something.

"मुझे पानी दो।"

noun

water

"पानी पीना।"

noun

tea

"चाय पीना।"

verb

The verb 'लेना' (lenā) primarily means to take, receive, or accept something. It is also used as an auxiliary verb in compound constructions to indicate that the action is performed for the benefit of the subject themselves.

"मैं किताब लेता हूँ।"

noun

family

"मेरा परिवार।"

verb

Khana is a versatile Hindi word that serves as both a masculine noun meaning 'food' or 'a meal' and a transitive verb meaning 'to eat.' It is the fundamental term used for the act of consuming solid food and the substance being consumed.

"मैं खाना खाता हूँ।"

noun

mother

"मेरी माँ।"

verb

पीना (pīnā) is a primary verb used to describe the consumption of liquids like water, tea, or juice. It is also the standard term for smoking tobacco and taking liquid medications.

"मैं पानी पीता हूँ।"

noun

father

"मेरे पिता।"

verb

Bolna is the primary Hindi verb meaning to speak, talk, or utter sounds. It is used to describe the physical act of vocalizing, the ability to communicate in a specific language, or the delivery of specific information like the truth or lies.

"वह हिंदी बोलता है।"

verb

'सुनना' (sunnā) means to perceive sound with the ears or to pay attention to someone speaking. It serves as the equivalent for both 'to hear' (passive) and 'to listen' (active) in English.

"मैं संगीत सुनता हूँ।"

verb

To perceive something through sight or to deliberately direct your attention toward an object, person, or event. It functions as a versatile verb meaning to see, to watch, to look at, to observe, or to check something for verification.

"मैं फिल्म देखता हूँ।"

verb

To read written text or symbols to comprehend their meaning, or to engage in formal education and academic study. In Hindi, it is the primary verb used for both the physical act of reading and the general act of being a student or learning a subject.

"मैं किताब पढ़ता हूँ।"

verb

Likhnā is the primary Hindi verb meaning 'to write.' It refers to the physical act of forming letters or characters on a surface like paper or a screen, as well as the creative process of composing text.

"मैं पत्र लिखता हूँ।"

verb

To sleep or rest by closing one's eyes for physical and mental restoration. It is an intransitive verb used to describe the state of being asleep, taking a nap, or the act of going to bed.

"मैं रात में सोता हूँ।"

verb

Uṭhnā is an intransitive verb that primarily means to get up from a sitting or lying position to a standing one. It is also the standard term used for waking up or getting out of bed to begin the day.

"मैं सुबह उठता हूँ।"

noun

Milk is a nutrient-rich white liquid produced by mammals, serving as a dietary staple in Hindi-speaking households. It is a masculine mass noun used as a standalone beverage or a primary ingredient in tea and traditional desserts.

"मैं दूध पीता हूँ।"

noun

A staple unleavened flatbread made from whole wheat flour and water, cooked on a griddle. It is the primary accompaniment to most Indian meals including lentils, vegetables, and meats.

"मैं रोटी खाता हूँ।"

noun

Chāval refers to the small, edible starchy grains of the rice plant, which is a primary staple food across India. It is used to describe both the dry, uncooked grains and the grain once it has been boiled or steamed for a meal.

"मुझे चावल पसंद है।"

noun

A male sibling who shares one or both parents with another person. In South Asian culture, it is also a respectful way to address male friends, colleagues, or even strangers.

"मेरा भाई छोटा है।"

noun

A female sibling who shares one or both parents with another person. In South Asian culture, the term is also frequently used to address women of a similar age as a mark of respect or affection, even without a biological link.

"मेरी बहन स्कूल जाती है।"

noun

A person with whom one has a bond of mutual affection, typically excluding family or romantic relations. It is the most common and versatile word for 'friend' in Hindi, used across various social situations.

"वह मेरा दोस्त है।"

noun

A school is an educational institution designed to provide learning spaces and learning environments for the teaching of students under the direction of teachers. In Hindi, it refers specifically to primary and secondary education centers where children attend daily classes.

"मैं स्कूल जाता हूँ।"

noun

A 'kitaab' refers to a written or printed work consisting of pages bound together within a cover. It is the primary medium for literature, education, and record-keeping in Hindi-speaking regions.

"यह किताब अच्छी है।"

noun

A 'kalam' is a writing instrument that uses ink to mark a surface, usually paper. In modern contexts, it refers to a pen, though it historically referred to reed pens used in calligraphy.

"मेरे पास कलम है।"

noun

A material produced in thin sheets from wood pulp or other fibers, primarily used for writing, printing, or drawing. In an educational context, it refers to the physical medium used by students and teachers for notes, exams, and documentation.

"मुझे कागज चाहिए।"

noun

A day refers to a 24-hour period or the specific time during which the sun is visible and there is light. It is a fundamental unit of time used to track the passage of time and schedule activities.

"आज अच्छा दिन है।"

noun

The period of time between sunset and sunrise when the sky is dark. It is primarily used to describe the hours of rest, sleep, or the evening timeframe in daily conversation.

"रात हो गई है।"

noun

The period of time from sunrise until noon. It is commonly used to describe the start of the day or to set a timeframe for early daily activities.

"सुबह का समय है।"

noun

Evening refers to the period of time at the end of the day, typically from late afternoon until nightfall. In Hindi, it is a feminine noun used to describe a time for leisure, social interaction, and transitioning from work to rest.

"शाम को मिलते हैं।"