धर्म
Dharma refers to a person's religion or belief system. It also encompasses a broader meaning of duty, righteousness, and the natural moral order that governs life.
Examples
3 of 5मेरा धर्म मानवता है।
My religion is humanity.
भारत एक ऐसा देश है जहाँ सभी धर्मों का सम्मान किया जाता है।
India is a country where all religions are respected.
भाई, तुम्हारा धर्म क्या है?
Brother, what is your religion?
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'Dharma' as the 'Drama' of life played according to the 'Right Rules'.
Quick Quiz
सत्य बोलना हर इंसान का _____ है।
Correct!
The correct answer is: धर्म
Examples
मेरा धर्म मानवता है।
everydayMy religion is humanity.
भारत एक ऐसा देश है जहाँ सभी धर्मों का सम्मान किया जाता है।
formalIndia is a country where all religions are respected.
भाई, तुम्हारा धर्म क्या है?
informalBrother, what is your religion?
प्राचीन ग्रंथों में धर्म की व्याख्या विस्तार से की गई है।
academicThe definition of Dharma is explained in detail in ancient texts.
ईमानदारी ही एक व्यापारी का असली धर्म है।
businessHonesty is the true duty of a businessman.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
धर्म संकट
a moral dilemma
धर्म की जय
victory of righteousness
स्वधर्म
one's own duty
Often Confused With
Usage Notes
The word is a masculine noun. It is used both in the context of specific religions (like Hinduism, Islam, etc.) and as a general term for 'duty' or 'moral law'.
Common Mistakes
Learners often treat it as a feminine noun because it ends in a consonant that sounds neutral, but it should always be used with masculine verb forms (e.g., 'मेरा धर्म' not 'मेरी धर्म').
Memory Tip
Think of 'Dharma' as the 'Drama' of life played according to the 'Right Rules'.
Word Origin
Derived from the Sanskrit root 'dhṛ', which means 'to hold, maintain, or preserve'.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In Indian culture, Dharma is not just about worship; it is a fundamental concept covering ethics, law, and social conduct.
Quick Quiz
सत्य बोलना हर इंसान का _____ है।
Correct!
The correct answer is: धर्म
Related Grammar Rules
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