पूरा दिन
whole day
Literalmente: Full/Complete Day
Use it to emphasize that an activity lasted from morning until evening.
En 15 segundos
- Means 'all day long' or 'the entire day'.
- Used to emphasize duration or effort in any context.
- Grammatically simple and works in both formal and informal speech.
Significado
This phrase is used to describe an activity or state that lasted for the entire duration of the daylight hours or the whole working day. It's the Hindi equivalent of saying 'all day long' or 'the entire day.'
Ejemplos clave
3 de 6Complaining about work
मैंने आज पूरा दिन काम किया।
I worked the whole day today.
Describing a lazy Sunday
वह पूरा दिन सोता रहा।
He kept sleeping the whole day.
Professional update
मीटिंग पूरा दिन चली।
The meeting went on for the whole day.
Contexto cultural
The phrase reflects the traditional Indian work ethic where 'the whole day' represents a standard unit of labor or devotion. In many regional dialects, variations of this phrase are used to emphasize patience, especially in the context of waiting or 'intezaar,' a popular theme in Indian poetry and cinema.
The 'Saara' Swap
You can swap `पूरा दिन` with `सारा दिन` anytime. They are 100% interchangeable in casual speech.
Gender Matters
Remember that `दिन` is masculine. If you switch to `रात` (night), you MUST change it to `पूरी रात`.
En 15 segundos
- Means 'all day long' or 'the entire day'.
- Used to emphasize duration or effort in any context.
- Grammatically simple and works in both formal and informal speech.
What It Means
पूरा दिन is your go-to phrase for 'all day long.' It combines the word पूरा (meaning full or complete) with दिन (meaning day). When you use this, you are telling someone that an activity consumed your entire schedule. It covers the span from sunrise to sunset. It feels more substantial than just saying 'today.' It implies a sense of duration and often a touch of effort or exhaustion.
How To Use It
You can drop this phrase into almost any sentence to indicate time. Usually, it sits right before the verb. For example, 'I studied पूरा दिन.' In Hindi, the grammar is simple because दिन is a masculine noun. This means पूरा stays in its basic form. You don't need to change it based on your gender. You can also place it at the very beginning of a sentence for extra drama. 'पूरा दिन I was waiting for your call!'
When To Use It
Use it when you want to emphasize how much time you spent on something. It’s perfect for complaining about a long shift at work. It’s great for describing a lazy holiday where you did nothing. Use it when texting a friend to explain why you were unreachable. It works well in professional settings too. You might tell your boss you worked on a report पूरा दिन. It shows dedication and persistence.
When NOT To Use It
Don't use it if you mean a full 24-hour period including the night. For that, Indians usually say दिन-रात (day-night) or चौबीस घंटे (24 hours). Also, don't use it for feminine time units. You cannot say पूरा रात because रात (night) is feminine. You would have to say पूरी रात. Avoid using it if the task only took a couple of hours. Hindi speakers might think you are being overly dramatic if you use it for short tasks.
Cultural Background
In Indian culture, time is often viewed through the lens of effort. Saying you did something पूरा दिन is a way of showing 'Mehnat' (hard work). It is a very common expression in Bollywood movies to show longing or struggle. In the heat of the Indian summer, पूरा दिन often refers to the grueling hours under the sun. It’s a phrase that resonates with everyone from street vendors to corporate CEOs. It’s a universal marker of a day’s labor.
Common Variations
You will frequently hear सारा दिन (Saara din), which is a perfect synonym. Another common one is दिन भर (Din bhar). While पूरा दिन sounds like a complete block, दिन भर feels more like a continuous flow. If you are feeling very frustrated, you might say पूरा का पूरा दिन. This adds extra emphasis, like saying 'the whole entire day.' It’s the linguistic equivalent of a heavy sigh.
Notas de uso
The phrase is highly versatile and carries no specific 'gotchas' other than the gender agreement with the noun it modifies. It is safe for A1 learners to use in any social or professional setting.
The 'Saara' Swap
You can swap `पूरा दिन` with `सारा दिन` anytime. They are 100% interchangeable in casual speech.
Gender Matters
Remember that `दिन` is masculine. If you switch to `रात` (night), you MUST change it to `पूरी रात`.
The 'Traffic' Rule
In cities like Bangalore or Mumbai, saying you were in traffic `पूरा दिन` is rarely considered an exaggeration!
Ejemplos
6मैंने आज पूरा दिन काम किया।
I worked the whole day today.
A very common way to express exhaustion after a long shift.
वह पूरा दिन सोता रहा।
He kept sleeping the whole day.
Used here to describe a continuous state of inactivity.
मीटिंग पूरा दिन चली।
The meeting went on for the whole day.
Neutral and professional usage for a workplace scenario.
मैं पूरा दिन तुम्हारा इंतज़ार कर रहा था।
I was waiting for you the whole day.
Shows a bit of friendly frustration or longing.
मुझे पूरा दिन तुम्हारी याद आई।
I missed you all day long.
A sweet, emotional way to show someone they were on your mind.
ट्रैफ़िक में पूरा दिन निकल गया।
The whole day was wasted in traffic.
A relatable scenario for anyone living in a big Indian city.
Ponte a prueba
Complete the sentence to say 'I watched movies all day.'
मैंने ___ फ़िल्में देखीं।
`पूरा दिन` correctly fits the context of 'all day' for the masculine noun `दिन`.
Choose the correct phrase for 'The whole day was good.'
___ अच्छा था।
Since `दिन` is masculine, the adjective must be `पूरा`, not `पूरी`.
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Ayudas visuales
Formality of 'पूरा दिन'
Used with friends while complaining.
पूरा दिन बेकार गया!
Standard daily conversation.
मैंने पूरा दिन पढ़ाई की।
Reporting time spent in an office.
प्रोजेक्ट में पूरा दिन लगा।
When to say 'पूरा दिन'
At the Office
Working on a report
With Family
Cleaning the house
On Vacation
Sightseeing in Delhi
Feeling Sick
Resting in bed
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasIt means 'the whole day' or 'all day long.' Use it when an activity lasts from morning to evening, like मैंने पूरा दिन काम किया (I worked all day).
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss, your parents, or your best friend without any issues.
No, for the night you must say पूरी रात. This is because रात is a feminine noun in Hindi.
Yes, सारा दिन means the exact same thing. सारा दिन is slightly more common in spoken, colloquial Hindi.
You would say मैं पूरा दिन व्यस्त था (if you are male) or मैं पूरा दिन व्यस्त थी (if you are female).
No, the phrase पूरा दिन stays the same because it describes the day (दिन), which is masculine. Only the verb at the end of the sentence changes for gender.
पूरा दिन refers to the block of time, while दिन भर emphasizes the continuity of the action throughout the day.
No, 'every day' is हर दिन or रोज़. पूरा दिन only refers to one specific full day.
Yes, it is perfectly fine. For example: हमें इस काम में पूरा दिन लगेगा (This work will take us the whole day).
A common mistake is saying पूरी दिन. Since दिन is masculine, it must always be पूरा दिन.
Frases relacionadas
सारा दिन
All day long (synonym)
दिन भर
Throughout the day
पूरी रात
The whole night
दिन-रात
Day and night (constantly)
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