उल्लास
A state of high spirits, intense joy, or great enthusiasm. It is often used to describe the collective happiness found during festivals, celebrations, or significant personal achievements.
Examples
3 of 5त्योहार के दौरान चारों ओर उल्लास का माहौल था।
There was an atmosphere of joy everywhere during the festival.
आपकी सफलता हमारे लिए बड़े उल्लास का विषय है।
Your success is a matter of great joy for us.
मैच जीतने के बाद सब उल्लास में डूब गए।
Everyone was immersed in joy after winning the match.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'At Last!' (Ull-as). When you succeed 'at last', you feel 'Ullas' (great joy).
Quick Quiz
दीवाली के दिन सबके मन में ______ होता है।
Correct!
The correct answer is: उल्लास
Examples
त्योहार के दौरान चारों ओर उल्लास का माहौल था।
everydayThere was an atmosphere of joy everywhere during the festival.
आपकी सफलता हमारे लिए बड़े उल्लास का विषय है।
formalYour success is a matter of great joy for us.
मैच जीतने के बाद सब उल्लास में डूब गए।
informalEveryone was immersed in joy after winning the match.
साहित्य में उल्लास को मानवीय चेतना का सकारात्मक पक्ष माना गया है।
academicIn literature, joy is considered a positive aspect of human consciousness.
नए प्रोजेक्ट की शुरुआत पर टीम में काफी उल्लास है।
businessThere is a lot of enthusiasm in the team at the start of the new project.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
हर्षोल्लास के साथ
with great joy and enthusiasm
उल्लास की लहर
a wave of joy
मन में उल्लास
joy in the heart
Often Confused With
Utsah refers more to energy or zeal to do something, while Ullas refers to the feeling of joy/exaltation itself.
Usage Notes
Ullas is a masculine noun. While 'Khushi' is more common in daily conversation, 'Ullas' adds a touch of literary flair or describes a more profound, celebratory type of happiness.
Common Mistakes
Learners often try to use it as a verb (e.g., 'Main ullas hoon'). Instead, use it with 'hona' (to be) or 'manana' (to celebrate), such as 'Mujhe ullas hai'.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'At Last!' (Ull-as). When you succeed 'at last', you feel 'Ullas' (great joy).
Word Origin
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'Ullāsa', which means 'shining forth', 'splendor', or 'joy'.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In India, 'Ullas' is the standard word used in news and cards to describe the spirit of festivals like Diwali and Holi.
Quick Quiz
दीवाली के दिन सबके मन में ______ होता है।
Correct!
The correct answer is: उल्लास
Related Vocabulary
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घृणा
A1A strong feeling of intense dislike, disgust, or aversion towards someone or something. It is often used to describe deep-seated hatred or moral disapproval in formal or literary contexts.
नफरत
A1A strong feeling of intense dislike or hostility towards someone or something. It is a common noun used to express deep-seated resentment or aversion in various social contexts.
ईर्ष्या
A1A feeling of resentment or discontent caused by someone else's possessions, qualities, or luck. It refers to the internal emotion of envy or jealousy directed toward another person.
जलन
A1A noun used to describe both a physical burning sensation and the emotional feeling of jealousy or envy toward someone else's success or possessions. In an emotional context, it signifies a sense of resentment or bitterness.
डाह
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गुस्सा
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कोप
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उमंग
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