A1 noun Neutral

सेहत

sehat /seː.ɦət̪/

Sehat refers to a person's physical and mental well-being or state of health. It is used commonly in everyday conversation to discuss fitness, recovery from illness, or general vitality.

Examples

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1

आपकी सेहत अब कैसी है?

How is your health now?

2

अच्छी सेहत के लिए नियमित व्यायाम आवश्यक है।

Regular exercise is essential for good health.

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अपनी सेहत का ध्यान रखना, दोस्त।

Take care of your health, friend.

Word Family

Noun
सेहत
Verb
सेहतमंद होना
Adverb
सेहतमंद तरीके से
Adjective
सेहतमंद
Related
स्वास्थ्य
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Memory Tip

Think of the 'S' and 'H' in SEHAT standing for 'Stay Healthy'.

Quick Quiz

बाहर का खाना तुम्हारी _____ के लिए अच्छा नहीं है।

Correct!

The correct answer is: सेहत

Examples

1

आपकी सेहत अब कैसी है?

everyday

How is your health now?

2

अच्छी सेहत के लिए नियमित व्यायाम आवश्यक है।

formal

Regular exercise is essential for good health.

3

अपनी सेहत का ध्यान रखना, दोस्त।

informal

Take care of your health, friend.

4

प्रदूषण का मानव सेहत पर गहरा प्रभाव पड़ता है।

academic

Pollution has a profound impact on human health.

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कंपनी कर्मचारियों की सेहत के लिए बीमा प्रदान करती है।

business

The company provides insurance for the health of its employees.

Word Family

Noun
सेहत
Verb
सेहतमंद होना
Adverb
सेहतमंद तरीके से
Adjective
सेहतमंद
Related
स्वास्थ्य

Common Collocations

सेहत बनाना To build health/improve physique
सेहत बिगड़ना Health deteriorating
अच्छी सेहत Good health
सेहत का ख्याल Care of health
सेहत के लिए हानिकारक Injurious to health

Common Phrases

सेहत ही धन है

Health is wealth

सेहत को लगना

To suit one's health (usually regarding food)

सेहत में सुधार

Improvement in health

Often Confused With

सेहत vs सूरत

Surat means face or appearance, while Sehat means health.

सेहत vs सहमत

Sahmat means 'agree', which sounds slightly similar to Sehat but has a completely different meaning.

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Usage Notes

Sehat is a very versatile word used in all registers of Hindi. While 'Swaasthya' is more formal and Sanskrit-based, 'Sehat' is of Arabic origin and is more common in spoken Hindi and Urdu.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often treat 'Sehat' as a masculine noun. It is a feminine noun, so you must use 'मेरी सेहत' (my health) instead of 'मेरा सेहत'.

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Memory Tip

Think of the 'S' and 'H' in SEHAT standing for 'Stay Healthy'.

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Word Origin

Derived from the Arabic word 'ṣiḥḥa' (صحة), meaning health or correctness.

Grammar Patterns

Feminine noun (स्त्रीलिंग) Singular form is usually used for general health Often followed by postpositions like 'का' (ka) which changes to 'की' (ki) due to gender: सेहत की चिंता
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Cultural Context

In Indian culture, asking 'Sehat kaisi hai?' (How is your health?) is a standard, polite way to show deep respect and care for elders or friends during a greeting.

Quick Quiz

बाहर का खाना तुम्हारी _____ के लिए अच्छा नहीं है।

Correct!

The correct answer is: सेहत

More health words

सर्दी

A1

Sardi refers to the sensation of coldness, the winter season, or the medical condition of having a common cold. In a health context, it is frequently used to describe symptoms like chills, a runny nose, or a minor respiratory infection.

जख्म

A1

A wound, cut, or injury to the body, typically involving broken skin or flesh. It is also frequently used metaphorically to describe emotional pain, heartache, or psychological trauma.

घाव

A1

A physical injury involving a break in the skin or body tissue, such as a cut or a tear. It can also be used metaphorically to describe emotional pain or psychological suffering.

दर्द

A1

A physical sensation of discomfort, suffering, or distress caused by injury or illness. It is also frequently used metaphorically to describe emotional suffering or heartache.

पीड़ा

A1

A noun referring to physical pain or mental distress and suffering. It is often used to describe deep or intense discomfort, ranging from a bodily ache to emotional agony.

रोग

A1

A noun referring to a disease, ailment, or physical/mental illness. It is widely used to describe medical conditions or metaphorically to represent persistent bad habits or social problems.

मर्ज

A1

A term of Arabic origin used in Hindi to refer to a disease, ailment, or chronic physical condition. It is frequently used in both medical contexts and metaphorically to describe a persistent problem or trouble.

स्वास्थ्य

A1

Svaasthya refers to the state of being free from illness or injury, encompassing physical, mental, and social well-being. It is used to describe a person's general physical condition as well as the abstract concept of health in society.

रोगी

A1

Rogi refers to a person who is suffering from a disease or illness, commonly translated as 'patient' or 'sick person'. It describes an individual undergoing medical treatment or someone who is generally unwell.

मरीज

A1

A patient refers to a person receiving medical treatment or care from a doctor or hospital. It specifically identifies the individual in the context of their illness or health condition.

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