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प्रगति की दिशा में कदम

steps towards progress

直訳: Progress (प्रगति) of (की) direction (दिशा) in (में) steps (कदम)

Use this phrase to highlight meaningful actions that contribute to a larger goal or success.

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  • Indicates active movement toward a goal.
  • Combines 'Pragati' (Progress) with 'Kadam' (Steps).
  • Used in professional, motivational, or serious contexts.

意味

This phrase describes taking positive actions or making moves that lead toward improvement and success. It is like saying you are finally on the right track to getting things done.

主な例文

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Congratulating a colleague on a new deal

यह डील हमारी कंपनी के लिए प्रगति की दिशा में एक बड़ा कदम है।

This deal is a big step towards progress for our company.

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Encouraging a friend who started learning a language

हर रोज़ अभ्यास करना प्रगति की दिशा में कदम है।

Practicing every day is a step towards progress.

🤝
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A government official speaking about a new school

नया स्कूल खोलना शिक्षा के क्षेत्र में प्रगति की दिशा में कदम है।

Opening a new school is a step towards progress in the field of education.

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文化的背景

The phrase draws from India's post-independence obsession with 'Pragati' (Progress), a term heavily used in nation-building slogans. It reflects a cultural shift from traditionalism to a modern, goal-oriented society. Today, it is a staple in both corporate 'India Inc' culture and government initiatives.

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The 'Kadam' Connection

In Hindi, 'Kadam' (step) is almost always paired with 'badhana' (to move forward). Use them together to sound like a native.

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Don't Overuse in Slang

If you use this while partying or with very close friends, they might think you're giving a political speech! Stick to 'tarakki' for casual vibes.

15秒でわかる

  • Indicates active movement toward a goal.
  • Combines 'Pragati' (Progress) with 'Kadam' (Steps).
  • Used in professional, motivational, or serious contexts.

What It Means

प्रगति की दिशा में कदम is a powerful way to talk about growth. It implies that you aren't just standing still. You are actively moving toward a better version of a project or yourself. It is about momentum. Think of it as the 'small wins' that lead to a big victory.

How To Use It

You use this phrase when you want to sound encouraging. It works as a noun phrase in a sentence. You can say something 'is' a step toward progress. Or you can 'take' these steps. It sounds sophisticated but remains very clear. It is like adding a professional polish to your conversation.

When To Use It

Use it when a friend finally starts their new business. Use it in a meeting when a project milestone is hit. It is perfect for news reports or speeches too. If you are texting a sibling about their gym progress, it works there too. It adds a sense of purpose to the achievement.

When NOT To Use It

Avoid this if the situation is purely negative. Don't use it for accidental changes. If you are just hanging out doing nothing, it will sound sarcastic. It requires an intentional goal. Using it for something trivial like 'I bought eggs' might be overkill. Unless you really struggled to find those eggs!

Cultural Background

In India, progress is often viewed as a collective journey. The word प्रगति (Pragati) has a Sanskrit root. It carries a weight of dignity and national building. You will hear this often in political rallies or corporate seminars. It reflects the modern Indian spirit of 'moving forward' and 'shining'. It is a very aspirational phrase.

Common Variations

You might hear विकास की ओर (Toward development). Another one is सफलता की ओर कदम (Steps toward success). प्रगति is slightly more formal than तरक्की (Taraki). तरक्की is what you use at the dinner table. प्रगति is what you use in the boardroom. Both mean you are doing great!

使い方のコツ

This phrase is primarily formal and neutral. It is highly effective in professional writing, motivational speaking, and serious personal goal-setting. Avoid using it in very high-slang environments unless you are being intentionally ironic.

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The 'Kadam' Connection

In Hindi, 'Kadam' (step) is almost always paired with 'badhana' (to move forward). Use them together to sound like a native.

⚠️

Don't Overuse in Slang

If you use this while partying or with very close friends, they might think you're giving a political speech! Stick to 'tarakki' for casual vibes.

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The Pragati Name

Pragati is a very common female name in India. It literally means 'Progress'. If you say the phrase near a girl named Pragati, be prepared for a 'Yes?' or a laugh!

例文

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#1 Congratulating a colleague on a new deal
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यह डील हमारी कंपनी के लिए प्रगति की दिशा में एक बड़ा कदम है।

This deal is a big step towards progress for our company.

Highlights the importance of a business milestone.

#2 Encouraging a friend who started learning a language
🤝

हर रोज़ अभ्यास करना प्रगति की दिशा में कदम है।

Practicing every day is a step towards progress.

Validation of small, consistent efforts.

#3 A government official speaking about a new school
👔

नया स्कूल खोलना शिक्षा के क्षेत्र में प्रगति की दिशा में कदम है।

Opening a new school is a step towards progress in the field of education.

Standard usage in public service announcements.

#4 Texting a friend about finally going to the gym
😊

आज जिम गया, आखिर प्रगति की दिशा में कदम बढ़ा ही दिए!

Went to the gym today, finally took steps towards progress!

Self-deprecating humor about starting a fitness journey.

#5 A parent talking about their child's recovery from illness
💭

उसका मुस्कुराना हमारी प्रगति की दिशा में पहला कदम है।

Her smile is the first step towards our progress.

Emotional use where 'progress' means returning to health.

#6 Sarcastic comment to a roommate who finally washed one plate
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वाह! एक प्लेट धोना भी प्रगति की दिशा में कदम है!

Wow! Washing one plate is also a step towards progress!

Using a formal phrase for a tiny task creates humor.

自分をテスト

Choose the correct word to complete the phrase about a new environmental policy.

यह नई नीति पर्यावरण सुरक्षा के लिए ___ की दिशा में कदम है।

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: प्रगति

Pragati (Progress) fits the context of a positive policy step.

Complete the sentence to mean 'Taking steps towards progress'.

हमें सफलता के लिए प्रगति की दिशा में ___ बढ़ाना चाहिए।

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: कदम

Kadam (Steps) is the standard word used with 'direction' and 'progress' in this collocation.

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Formality Spectrum

Informal

Using 'Aage badhna' with friends.

Hum aage badh rahe hain.

Neutral

Using 'Tarakki' in general conversation.

Yeh achhi tarakki hai.

Formal

The phrase 'Pragati ki disha mein kadam'.

Pragati ki disha mein kadam badhayein.

Where to use Pragati ki Disha mein Kadam

Progress Steps
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Business Meeting

Quarterly goals met.

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Personal Growth

Learning a new skill.

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Social Change

Community service.

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Academic Success

Passing an exam.

よくある質問

10 問

It means progress or advancement. It is a formal word often used in contexts like देश की प्रगति (the country's progress).

Yes, but it sounds very serious. You could say यह मेरी सेहत के लिए प्रगति की दिशा में कदम है to sound determined.

The word कदम (step) is masculine. So you say बड़ा कदम (big step) and not बड़ी कदम.

प्रगति is formal/Sanskrit-based, while तरक्की is more common/Urdu-based. Use प्रगति in reports and तरक्की in chats.

You use the verb बढ़ाना (to increase/move forward). For example: कदम बढ़ाना.

Rarely in songs, but often in movies involving social issues or inspiring speeches by protagonists.

It might sound a bit dramatic for small things, like चाय बनाना प्रगति की दिशा में कदम है (Making tea is a step toward progress).

Absolutely! It is a perfect phrase for professional updates or newsletters.

The opposite would be पतन की ओर (Toward downfall) or पीछे हटना (Moving backward).

Yes, दिशा means direction. It is also a common female name in India.

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