छात्रा
A female student or pupil enrolled in an educational institution. It is the feminine form of the word 'chhatra' and refers specifically to a girl or woman who is learning.
Examples
3 of 5वह एक बहुत मेहनती छात्रा है।
She is a very hardworking student.
प्रत्येक छात्रा को समारोह में उपस्थित होना अनिवार्य है।
It is mandatory for every female student to attend the ceremony.
तुम्हारी बहन एक अच्छी छात्रा है।
Your sister is a good student.
Synonyms
Word Family
Memory Tip
Remember that in Hindi, words ending in 'ā' are often feminine (like Chhatra). Think of the 'ā' as the 'a' in 'Anna'—a girl's name.
Quick Quiz
सीता अपनी कक्षा की सबसे होनहार ____ है।
Correct!
The correct answer is: छात्रा
Examples
वह एक बहुत मेहनती छात्रा है।
everydayShe is a very hardworking student.
प्रत्येक छात्रा को समारोह में उपस्थित होना अनिवार्य है।
formalIt is mandatory for every female student to attend the ceremony.
तुम्हारी बहन एक अच्छी छात्रा है।
informalYour sister is a good student.
विश्वविद्यालय की शोध छात्रा ने अपना शोध पत्र प्रस्तुत किया।
academicThe university's female research student presented her research paper.
कंपनी ने सर्वश्रेष्ठ छात्रा को इंटर्नशिप प्रदान की।
businessThe company provided an internship to the best female student.
Synonyms
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
छात्रावास
girls' hostel
मेधावी छात्रा पुरस्कार
meritorious female student award
सक्रिय छात्रा
active student
Often Confused With
'Chhatra' refers to a male student or a student in general, while 'Chhatra' specifically refers to a female student.
Phonetically similar for beginners, but 'Chhatri' means umbrella.
Usage Notes
The word specifically denotes female gender. When referring to a mixed group of students, the masculine plural form 'Chhatra' (छात्र) is generally used.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use the masculine 'Chhatra' for girls or forget to change the accompanying verb/adjective to the feminine form (e.g., saying 'accha chhatra' instead of 'acchi chhatra').
Memory Tip
Remember that in Hindi, words ending in 'ā' are often feminine (like Chhatra). Think of the 'ā' as the 'a' in 'Anna'—a girl's name.
Word Origin
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'Chhatra', which literally meant 'under a canopy/umbrella' (referring to being under the protection of a teacher).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In India, being called an 'Adarsh Chhatra' (ideal student) is a high compliment regarding both character and academics.
Quick Quiz
सीता अपनी कक्षा की सबसे होनहार ____ है।
Correct!
The correct answer is: छात्रा
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