अस्पताल में भर्ती होना

This is a very common collocation. You use होना (to be/become) if you are the patient. If you are the one admitting someone else, change it to करना (to do). For example, उसे भर्ती किया means 'He was admitted'. It's a compound verb, so the heavy lifting is done by the end of the phrase. Keep it simple and direct.

Use this when a friend or relative is staying in the hospital. It fits perfectly for surgeries, serious illnesses, or emergencies. If you are texting a group chat about someone's health, this is the standard term. It sounds natural and clear. You’ll hear it in news reports and daily gossip alike.

Don't use this for a routine eye exam. If you're just getting a flu shot, don't say this. It implies a stay. Using it for a 10-minute consultation sounds overly dramatic. People might think you're in critical condition! Also, avoid it for mental health retreats unless it's a clinical setting.

In India, hospital stays are a family affair. One person getting भर्ती means the whole family moves in. You'll see relatives sleeping on floor mats or bringing home-cooked food. It’s a sign of deep love and duty. Visiting someone who is भर्ती is a major social obligation. If you don't go, people might notice!

You might hear दाखिल होना (dākhil honā) in more formal or Urdu-heavy circles. It means the same thing. In very casual slang, people might just say 'Admit ho gaya'. But भर्ती remains the king of everyday Hindi. It’s the word you’ll see on official forms and hear in the hallways.