B2 Collocation Formal 3 min de leitura

विवेकाधिकार का प्रयोग

exercising discretion

Literalmente: Use of the power of discrimination/wisdom

Use this phrase to describe or request a decision based on wisdom rather than just strict rules.

Em 15 segundos

  • Using personal judgment to make a fair decision.
  • A formal way to say 'making a judgment call'.
  • Combining wisdom (Vivek) with authority (Adhikar) for action.

Significado

It refers to the act of using your own wisdom and judgment to make a decision, especially when the rules are flexible. It's like having the 'final call' based on common sense rather than just a manual.

Exemplos-chave

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A manager deciding on a bonus

प्रबंधक ने अपने विवेकाधिकार का प्रयोग करते हुए बोनस की घोषणा की।

The manager announced the bonus by exercising his discretion.

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A referee making a tough call

अंपायर को यहाँ अपने विवेकाधिकार का प्रयोग करना चाहिए था।

The umpire should have used his discretion here.

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Asking a teacher for a deadline extension

सर, कृपया अपने विवेकाधिकार का प्रयोग करें और मुझे एक दिन और दें।

Sir, please use your discretion and give me one more day.

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Contexto cultural

The term 'Vivek' (wisdom/discernment) is a foundational concept in Indian philosophy, representing the ability to distinguish the real from the unreal. In modern Indian administration, this phrase is the standard legal term for 'discretionary powers' given to officials. It balances the rigid post-colonial bureaucratic structure with the necessity of human judgment.

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The 'Vivek' Secret

If you find the full phrase too long, just use 'Vivek se kaam lena'. It means the same thing but feels 20% less like a law textbook.

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Don't Overuse

Using this phrase for tiny things like 'choosing a flavor of ice cream' will make you sound like you're trying too hard to be an intellectual.

Em 15 segundos

  • Using personal judgment to make a fair decision.
  • A formal way to say 'making a judgment call'.
  • Combining wisdom (Vivek) with authority (Adhikar) for action.

What It Means

विवेकाधिकार का प्रयोग sounds fancy, but it is deeply practical. It combines विवेक (wisdom/discretion) and अधिकार (right/authority). When you use this phrase, you are talking about someone using their brain to handle a situation. It is not just about following orders. It is about knowing when to bend or apply the rules. Think of it as the 'human element' in any decision-making process.

How To Use It

You usually use this in the context of someone in power. It could be a boss, a referee, or even a parent. You use the verb करना (to do) or प्रयोग करना (to use/exercise). For example, if a teacher lets you submit an assignment late, they are using their विवेकाधिकार. It is a great way to describe a thoughtful decision. It makes you sound sophisticated and observant.

When To Use It

Use it when you want to sound professional or serious. It is perfect for workplace discussions or legal contexts. You might say it during a performance review. Or use it when discussing a leader's choice in the news. It is also useful when you are asking for a favor. You can politely ask someone to use their discretion. It shows you respect their authority and their intelligence.

When NOT To Use It

Do not use this while ordering a pizza or buying groceries. It is way too heavy for casual chores. If you say this to a friend about choosing a movie, they will think you are joking. Avoid it in high-heat arguments where emotions are flying. It is a cold, intellectual phrase. Using it during a fight might make you sound robotic or condescending. Keep it for moments that require a 'judgment call.'

Cultural Background

In India, bureaucracy is a big part of life. Rules can be rigid, but 'Jugaad' (creative problem-solving) is the heartbeat. This phrase sits right in the middle. It is the formal way of acknowledging that rules cannot cover everything. It has roots in Sanskrit-heavy Hindi, giving it a sense of prestige. It reflects the value placed on 'Vivek'—the ancient concept of discerning right from wrong.

Common Variations

You might hear विवेकपूर्ण निर्णय (a wise decision). Another common one is अपने विवेक से काम लेना (to act using one's wisdom). The latter is slightly more common in daily speech. If you want to be very formal, stick to विवेकाधिकार का प्रयोग. It sounds like something straight out of a high-court judgment or a CEO's memo. It carries weight and demands respect.

Notas de uso

This is a high-register collocation. Use it in written reports, formal speeches, or when you want to sound particularly persuasive and respectful in a professional environment.

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The 'Vivek' Secret

If you find the full phrase too long, just use 'Vivek se kaam lena'. It means the same thing but feels 20% less like a law textbook.

⚠️

Don't Overuse

Using this phrase for tiny things like 'choosing a flavor of ice cream' will make you sound like you're trying too hard to be an intellectual.

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Respect the Power

In India, telling someone 'I leave it to your vivekadhibar' is a high compliment. It implies you trust their character, not just their job title.

Exemplos

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#1 A manager deciding on a bonus
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प्रबंधक ने अपने विवेकाधिकार का प्रयोग करते हुए बोनस की घोषणा की।

The manager announced the bonus by exercising his discretion.

Shows the manager had the power to decide based on performance.

#2 A referee making a tough call
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अंपायर को यहाँ अपने विवेकाधिकार का प्रयोग करना चाहिए था।

The umpire should have used his discretion here.

Common in sports commentary when a rule is ambiguous.

#3 Asking a teacher for a deadline extension
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सर, कृपया अपने विवेकाधिकार का प्रयोग करें और मुझे एक दिन और दें।

Sir, please use your discretion and give me one more day.

A very polite and high-level way to ask for a favor.

#4 Talking about a parent's decision
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मम्मी ने अपने विवेकाधिकार का प्रयोग किया और हमें पार्टी में जाने दिया!

Mom used her 'supreme authority' and let us go to the party!

Using a formal phrase in a home setting for a slightly dramatic effect.

#5 A judge making a ruling
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न्यायाधीश ने सजा कम करने के लिए अपने विवेकाधिकार का प्रयोग किया।

The judge exercised his discretion to reduce the sentence.

The most standard and literal use of the phrase.

#6 Discussing a friend's wise choice
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उसने सही समय पर चुप रहकर अपने विवेकाधिकार का प्रयोग किया।

He used his wisdom by staying silent at the right time.

Applies the concept of discretion to social intelligence.

Teste-se

Choose the correct word to complete the phrase regarding a boss's decision.

बॉस ने अपने ___ का प्रयोग करके विवाद को सुलझाया।

✓ Correto! ✗ Quase. Resposta certa: विवेकाधिकार

`विवेकाधिकार` is the most appropriate term for a professional judgment call.

Complete the sentence about a government official.

अधिकारी को नियमों के दायरे में रहकर अपने विवेकाधिकार का ___ करना चाहिए।

✓ Correto! ✗ Quase. Resposta certa: प्रयोग

The standard collocation is `प्रयोग करना` (to exercise/use).

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Recursos visuais

Formality Scale of 'Discretion'

Casual

Using 'apni marzi' (my wish)

Meri marzi.

Neutral

Using 'soch-samajh kar' (carefully thought out)

Usne soch-samajh kar faisla liya.

Formal

Vivekadhibar ka prayog

Vivekadhibar ka prayog karein.

Where to use Vivekadhibar

Exercising Discretion
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Courtroom

Judge's ruling

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Corporate Office

Policy exceptions

Sports

Referee decisions

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Academic

Grace marks

Perguntas frequentes

10 perguntas

While it is common in law, it is used in any professional setting where a 'judgment call' is needed. You can use it in offices, schools, or even sports.

'Vivek' translates to 'discernment' or 'wisdom'. It is the ability to tell the difference between what is appropriate and what is not.

Only if you are being sarcastic or humorous. For example, तुमने पिज्जा चुनने में अपने विवेकाधिकार का अच्छा प्रयोग किया (You used your discretion well in choosing the pizza).

It is a compound word: विवेकाधिकार (Vivek + Adhikar). In writing, it is usually joined together.

The opposite would be लकीर का फकीर होना (following rules blindly) or मनमानी करना (acting whimsically without wisdom).

You can say, कृपया अपने विवेकाधिकार का प्रयोग करें (Please exercise your discretion).

Not old-fashioned, but definitely 'high-brow'. It sounds like someone who is well-educated and articulate.

Yes, you can say अपने हिसाब से फैसला लेना (taking a decision according to yourself), but it lacks the professional weight.

In AI discussions, people often debate if machines can have विवेक. Currently, it is considered a uniquely human trait of judgment.

Confusing अधिकार (right) with कर्तव्य (duty). विवेकाधिकार is a power you choose to use, not a mandatory task.

Frases relacionadas

विवेकपूर्ण निर्णय (Wise decision)

निर्णय लेने की शक्ति (Power to take decisions)

स्वविवेक (One's own discretion)

उचित-अनुचित का ज्ञान (Knowledge of right and wrong)

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