खरीदना सामान
to buy things
Literalmente: to buy (khareedna) + things/goods (saamaan)
Use `saamaan khareedna` for any physical purchase in daily life, from markets to malls.
Em 15 segundos
- The standard way to say 'to buy things' in Hindi.
- Place 'saamaan' (things) before 'khareedna' (to buy) in sentences.
- Works for groceries, clothes, and general household items.
Significado
This phrase is your go-to for the act of shopping. It covers everything from grabbing milk at the corner store to picking up a new sofa.
Exemplos-chave
3 de 7Texting a roommate about groceries
Main ghar ke liye saamaan khareed raha hoon.
I am buying things for the house.
Planning a trip to the mall with a friend
Chalo, naya saamaan khareedte hain!
Come on, let's buy some new things!
In a formal office setting discussing supplies
Humein office ke liye kuch zaroori saamaan khareedna hai.
We need to buy some essential items for the office.
Contexto cultural
In Indian culture, shopping is often a collective family activity rather than a solo chore. The phrase reflects a lifestyle where daily fresh markets (Mandis) are preferred over weekly supermarket hauls. Interestingly, the word 'saamaan' also means 'luggage,' highlighting a nomadic history where your 'things' were what you carried with you.
The Word Order Secret
Always put the 'stuff' before the 'buy'. If you say 'Khareedna saamaan', people will understand you, but it sounds like a Yoda-style translation.
Don't confuse with Luggage
If you are at an airport and say 'Mera saamaan kahan hai?', you are asking for your luggage, not your shopping bags!
Em 15 segundos
- The standard way to say 'to buy things' in Hindi.
- Place 'saamaan' (things) before 'khareedna' (to buy) in sentences.
- Works for groceries, clothes, and general household items.
What It Means
Saamaan khareedna is the basic way to say you are purchasing items. The word saamaan is a catch-all term. It can mean groceries, luggage, furniture, or just general 'stuff'. When you pair it with khareedna (to buy), you are describing the action of shopping. It is simple, direct, and used by everyone every single day.
How To Use It
In Hindi, the object usually comes before the verb. So, instead of saying 'buy things', you say 'things buy'. You would say saamaan khareedna. If you are in the middle of it, you say saamaan khareed raha hoon. If you need to do it, say saamaan khareedna hai. It is like a Lego set; you just snap the verb ending that fits your timing. You can use it for a single item or a whole truckload of goods. It is very flexible!
When To Use It
Use this when you are planning a trip to the market. It is perfect for texting a roommate about groceries. You can use it at the mall with friends. It works when talking to a shopkeeper about specific items too. If you are at a 'Kirana' (local grocery) store, this is your primary phrase. It is also great for online shopping discussions. 'I am buying things on Amazon' becomes Main Amazon se saamaan khareed raha hoon.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this for abstract concepts. You cannot 'buy time' or 'buy an idea' using saamaan. Also, if you are buying something very specific like a house or a car, use the specific noun instead of saamaan. Saying you are 'buying stuff' when you just bought a luxury SUV might sound a bit too casual or even dismissive. Also, avoid it in high-end legal contracts where 'purchase of goods' might use more formal Sanskrit-derived words like kray-vikray.
Cultural Background
Shopping in India is a sensory explosion. It is rarely just a transaction. It is a social event! When you go to saamaan khareedna, expect to talk. You might haggle over the price of tomatoes. You might get offered a cup of chai by the jeweler. The local 'Kirana' store owner probably knows your family. Buying things is how communities stay connected. It is about the relationship as much as the product.
Common Variations
Many people now use 'Hinglish'. You will often hear shopping karna. This is very trendy in cities. Another variation is khareedari karna, which sounds a bit more like 'doing the shopping' as a formal activity. If you are just browsing without buying, that is sirf dekh raha hoon (just looking). But saamaan khareedna remains the most solid, classic way to describe the actual purchase.
Notas de uso
This is a neutral, everyday phrase. Remember that in Hindi, the object (saamaan) almost always precedes the verb (khareedna) in natural conversation.
The Word Order Secret
Always put the 'stuff' before the 'buy'. If you say 'Khareedna saamaan', people will understand you, but it sounds like a Yoda-style translation.
Don't confuse with Luggage
If you are at an airport and say 'Mera saamaan kahan hai?', you are asking for your luggage, not your shopping bags!
The Bargaining Rule
When you go to 'saamaan khareedna' in a street market, the first price is just a suggestion. It's culturally expected to negotiate a bit!
Exemplos
7Main ghar ke liye saamaan khareed raha hoon.
I am buying things for the house.
A very common way to say you are grocery shopping.
Chalo, naya saamaan khareedte hain!
Come on, let's buy some new things!
Uses the 'let's' form of the verb for a friendly suggestion.
Humein office ke liye kuch zaroori saamaan khareedna hai.
We need to buy some essential items for the office.
The addition of 'zaroori' (essential) makes it sound professional.
Tum kitna saamaan khareedte ho!
You buy so many things!
The tone here implies 'too much stuff'.
Shaadi ke liye bahut saamaan khareedna padega.
We will have to buy a lot of things for the wedding.
Expresses the weight of responsibility for a big event.
Kya mujhe yahan pooja ka saamaan khareedne ko milega?
Will I be able to buy prayer items here?
A polite inquiry in a marketplace.
Maine kal online saamaan khareeda tha.
I bought things online yesterday.
Past tense usage for a completed action.
Teste-se
Complete the sentence to say 'I want to buy things'.
Mujhe ___ ___ hai.
In Hindi, the object (saamaan) comes before the verb (khareedna).
How do you say 'buying things' in the present continuous?
Woh saamaan ___ ___ hai.
'Khareed raha' indicates an action currently in progress.
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Recursos visuais
Formality of 'Saamaan Khareedna'
Shopping pelna (very aggressive/informal)
Bhai, bahut shopping peli aaj!
Shopping karna (Hinglish)
Main shopping kar raha hoon.
Saamaan khareedna
Mujhe saamaan khareedna hai.
Khareedari karna
Humne aaj khareedari ki.
Where to use 'Saamaan Khareedna'
Local Market
Buying veggies from a cart.
Big Mall
Buying clothes at a brand store.
Online Shopping
Adding items to a digital cart.
Moving House
Buying new furniture and boxes.
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasTechnically yes, but it sounds a bit odd. For big items, use the name: Gadi khareedna (Buying a car).
In big cities, yes. People often say Main shopping kar raha hoon. But saamaan khareedna is understood everywhere.
Not necessarily. It can refer to a single item or a collective group of items. It's like the English word 'stuff'.
You would say Maine saamaan khareeda. Note that the verb changes because it's a completed action.
Not at all. It is perfectly neutral. However, in a business contract, you might see vastuon ki khareedari.
No. For food you eat there, use order karna or khana mangwana. Khareedna is for taking items home.
You can say Gift khareedna. Saamaan is more for general supplies or household goods.
The infinitive khareedna stays the same, but the ending changes in sentences: khareed raha hoon (male) vs khareed rahi hoon (female).
It is masculine. That is why we say achha saamaan (good stuff) and not achhi saamaan.
Yes! You can say rashan khareedna for groceries, but saamaan khareedna is the most common way to say it.
Frases relacionadas
Shopping karna
To do shopping (Hinglish)
Khareedari karna
To engage in shopping/purchasing
Bazaar jaana
To go to the market
Daam poochna
To ask the price
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