फॉलो करना

You use it just like any other Hindi verb. The English word follow stays the same. You only change the ending of karna to match the tense. For example, follow kiya means 'followed.' Follow karunga means 'will follow.' It’s incredibly easy for English speakers to pick up. Just drop it into your sentence where you'd use 'follow.'

Use it constantly in digital spaces. If you want someone's Instagram handle, this is your phrase. Use it when giving or receiving directions in a car. It’s perfect for discussing office protocols or gym routines. Even when talking about a cooking recipe, this phrase fits perfectly. It’s the standard for modern, everyday life.

Avoid it in very formal, traditional ceremonies. If you are talking about following a religious path, use maan-na. Don't use it if you want to sound like a classic poet. Also, be careful with literal physical following. If you're following someone home, peecha karna might be more accurate. However, peecha karna can sometimes sound like stalking, so be careful!

India has the world's largest social media user base. Because of this, Hinglish terms like फॉलो करना became overnight essentials. It represents the tech-savvy, globalized identity of modern India. It’s no longer seen as 'bad Hindi.' It’s simply how people talk in 2024. It shows how flexible and welcoming the Hindi language is.

You’ll often hear follow kar dena. This adds a sense of 'completing the action' for you. Friends might say follow-wollow, adding a rhyming echo for emphasis. In texting, you might just see follow kiya? (did you follow?). It’s a very fluid expression that adapts to your mood.