आशीर्वाद
A blessing or prayer for someone's well-being, success, or happiness, typically bestowed by elders, teachers, or deities. It is a fundamental concept in Indian culture representing goodwill and positive energy directed towards another person.
Examples
3 of 5मुझे अपनी दादी का आशीर्वाद मिला।
I received my grandmother's blessing.
मुख्य अतिथि ने छात्रों को अपना आशीर्वाद दिया।
The chief guest gave his blessings to the students.
भाई, बस तुम्हारा आशीर्वाद चाहिए!
Brother, I just need your blessing!
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of the famous Indian flour brand 'Aashirvaad'—eating good food is seen as a blessing for the body.
Quick Quiz
मंदिर में पुजारी जी ने सबको _____ दिया।
Correct!
The correct answer is: आशीर्वाद
Examples
मुझे अपनी दादी का आशीर्वाद मिला।
everydayI received my grandmother's blessing.
मुख्य अतिथि ने छात्रों को अपना आशीर्वाद दिया।
formalThe chief guest gave his blessings to the students.
भाई, बस तुम्हारा आशीर्वाद चाहिए!
informalBrother, I just need your blessing!
प्राचीन ग्रंथों में 'आशीर्वाद' शब्द की व्यापक व्याख्या मिलती है।
academicA comprehensive explanation of the word 'Aashirvad' is found in ancient texts.
नया प्रोजेक्ट शुरू करने से पहले हमें बड़ों का आशीर्वाद लेना चाहिए।
businessWe should take the blessings of elders before starting a new project.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
आशीर्वाद बनाए रखें
Keep your blessings with us
अटूट आशीर्वाद
Unending blessing
आशीर्वाद का हाथ
Hand of blessing (protection)
Often Confused With
While a synonym, 'Aashish' is more frequently used as a proper male name, whereas 'Aashirvad' is the standard term for the act of blessing.
Abhivadan is a general greeting (like Hello), while Aashirvad is specifically a blessing given in response to a greeting.
Usage Notes
The word is almost always used in the context of a hierarchy, where an elder or a superior person gives it to someone younger or subordinate.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misplace the 'reph' (the 'r' sound) in writing; it should be over the 'v' (वा), not the 'sh' (शी).
Memory Tip
Think of the famous Indian flour brand 'Aashirvaad'—eating good food is seen as a blessing for the body.
Word Origin
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'āśīrvāda', composed of 'āśīs' (prayer/wish) and 'vāda' (speaking).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In India, it is a common tradition to touch the feet (charan sparsh) of parents and elders to show respect and receive their Aashirvad.
Quick Quiz
मंदिर में पुजारी जी ने सबको _____ दिया।
Correct!
The correct answer is: आशीर्वाद
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