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Hindi

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०

num

The numerical digit zero represented in the Devanagari script.

“मेरे पास ० रुपये हैं।”

I have 0 rupees.

Also means

The digit 0 in Devanagari script
zero

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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अ

अ[ə]

character

This is the first vowel in the Hindi alphabet. It is a sound that is naturally included in every consonant character unless another vowel is added.

“अ से अनार सेहत के लिए अच्छा होता है।”

A is for pomegranate which is good for health.

Also means

the first vowel of Hindi, written in the Devanagari script; inherent after consonants

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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अँ[ə̃]

character

This is the fourteenth vowel in the Hindi alphabet. It indicates a sound produced through the nose and mouth.

“'अँ' चाँद शब्द में आता है।”

'An' appears in the word for moon.

Also means

the fourteenth vowel in Hindi

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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अं[ə̃]

character

This is the twelfth vowel in the Hindi alphabet. It represents a nasal sound.

“'अं' से अंगूर शब्द शुरू होता है।”

The word for grapes starts with 'An'.

Also means

the twelfth vowel in Hindi

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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अः[ə(ɦ)]

character

This is the thirteenth vowel in the Hindi alphabet. It is often found in words from Sanskrit.

“'अः' का प्रयोग शब्दों के अंत में होता है।”

'Ah' is used at the end of words.

Also means

the thirteenth vowel in Hindi

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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अंकतालिका(aṅktālikā)[əŋkt̪ɑːlɪkɑː]

noun

A document listing the marks obtained by a student in examinations.

“उसने अपनी अंकतालिका में अच्छे अंक प्राप्त किए।”

He obtained good marks in his marksheet.

Also means

Marksheet

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अक्षर[ək.ʂəɾ]

noun

A symbol representing a sound or character in an alphabet. It can also refer to a syllable or someone's handwriting.

“इस शब्द से कुछ अक्षर मिट गये हैं”

Some letters have been erased from this word.

Also means

letter, character (of an alphabet)
syllable
handwriting
letter

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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अक्सर(aksar)[ˈəkˈsər]

adverb

Frequently; many times.

“वह अक्सर पार्क में जाता है।”

He often goes to the park.

Also means

often

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अख़बार[Akhbaar]

Noun

Newspaper

“मैं रोज़ सुबह अख़बार पढ़ता हूँ।”

I read the newspaper every morning.

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अंगारा होना[əŋ.ɡɑː.ɾɑː ɦoː.nɑː]

verb

This phrase describes someone who is extremely angry and visibly upset. It implies a state of intense rage.

“वह अपने बेटे की हरकतें देखकर अंगारा हो गया।”

He became red with anger after seeing his son's actions.

Also means

to become red with anger

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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अंगारे उगलना[əŋ.ɡɑː.ɾeː ʊ.ɡəl.nɑː]

verb

This refers to the act of speaking in a very harsh or offensive manner. It describes someone who talks as if they are spitting out fire.

“झगड़े के समय वह गुस्से में अंगारे उगल रहा था।”

He was speaking with extreme bitterness during the fight.

Also means

to speak sarcastically, rudely, bitterly, or with vitriol

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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अंगारे बरसना[əŋ.ɡɑː.ɾeː bə.ɾəs.nɑː]

verb

This is used to describe weather that is incredibly hot or scorching. It can also describe a situation where someone is showing extreme wrath.

“जून की दोपहर में आसमान से अंगारे बरस रहे थे।”

It was scorching hot during the June afternoon.

Also means

for extreme heat to manifest
to become godly angry

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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अँगूठी[angūṭhī]

noun

ring

“उसने उँगली में सोने की अँगूठी पहनी है।”

She is wearing a gold ring on her finger.

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अंगूठी[angūṭhī]

noun

ring

“उसने उँगली में सोने की अंगूठी पहनी है।”

She is wearing a gold ring on her finger.

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अजीब[Ajeeb]

Adjective

Strange

“आज एक अजीब घटना हुई।”

A strange incident happened today.

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अंत[ənt̪]

noun

The final part of something or the point where something stops.

“अब हम कथा के अंत पे पहुँचे।”

Now we reach the end of the story.

Also means

ending, conclusion
outcome, result
destruction, annihilation
death
border, limit
ending

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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अंतर्निहित[ən.t̪əɾ.nɪ.ɦɪt̪]

adj

To be completely taken in or surrounded by something.

“वह अपने काम में अंतर्निहित है।”

He is absorbed in his work.

Also means

absorbed
engulfed

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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अतिथि[Atithi]

Noun

Guest

“आज हमारे घर अतिथि आने वाले हैं।”

Today guests are coming to our home.

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अदब[ə.d̪əb]

noun

A display of good manners, respect, and proper behavior toward others. It refers to etiquette.

“उनका बेटा हमेशा अदब से बुज़ुर्गों से बात करता है।”

Their son always talks to elders with politeness.

Also means

politeness, respect; etiquette
politeness

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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अदालत(adalat)[əˈdɑːlət]

noun

A place where legal cases are heard and decided by a judge or jury.

“अदालत में न्यायाधीश ने मामले की सुनवाई शुरू की।”

In the court, the judge began the hearing of the case.

Also means

court

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अधिक[ə.d̪ʱɪk]

adj

Used to describe a large amount or quantity of something. It can also mean an excessive amount.

“यहाँ पानी अधिक है।”

There is too much water here.

Also means

much
many
too much
too many

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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अधिकार(adhikār)[əˈd̪ʰikɑːr]

noun

Legal, social, or ethical principles of freedom or entitlement.

“मानवाधिकार सभी मनुष्यों के लिए समान हैं।”

Human rights are equal for all humans.

Also means

rights

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अधिनियम(adhiniyam)[əˈd̪ʰɪnɪjəm]

noun

Laws, considered collectively.

“अधिनियम में संशोधन की आवश्यकता है।”

There is a need for amendments in the legislation.

Also means

legislation

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अँधेर नगरी[an-dher-na-ga-ri]

Noun phrase

City of Darkness (refers to lawlessness or chaos)

“उस देश की व्यवस्था देखकर लगता है कि वह एक अँधेर नगरी बन गया है।”

Looking at the system of that country, it seems it has become a city of darkness (lawless place).

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अध्यापक[ad-hya-pak]

noun

Teacher

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अनिवार्य(anivārya)[ənɪʋɑːrjə]

adjective

Required by law or rules; compulsory.

“सभी कर्मचारियों के लिए मासिक बैठक में भाग लेना अनिवार्य है।”

It is mandatory for all employees to attend the monthly meeting.

Also means

Mandatory

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अनुकूलित[ə.nʊ.kuː.lɪt̪]

adj

Something that has been adjusted or modified to suit a specific purpose or individual.

“यह एक अनुकूलित अनुभव है।”

This is a personalized experience.

Also means

personalized
adapted

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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अनुपस्थित[ə.nʊ.pəs.t̪ʰɪt̪]

adj

Not being present in a place where one is expected to be.

“आज वह कक्षा से अनुपस्थित है।”

He is absent from class today.

Also means

absent, not present
absent

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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अनुबंध(anubandh)[ˈkɒntrækt]

noun

A written or spoken agreement between parties.

“हमने नए अनुबंध पर हस्ताक्षर किए।”

We signed the new contract.

Also means

Contract

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अनुभव[Anubhav]

Noun

Experience

“उसे इस काम का बहुत अच्छा अनुभव है।”

He has very good experience in this work.

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अनुवादक[ə.nʊ.ʋɑː.d̪ək]

noun

Someone whose job is to change words from one language into another.

“अनुवादक ने किताब का हिंदी में अनुवाद किया।”

The translator translated the book into Hindi.

Also means

translator
interpreter

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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अनुशासन(anuśāsan)[ənʊʃɑːsən]

noun

The practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct disobedience.

“अनुशासन से ही लक्ष्य प्राप्ति संभव है।”

Discipline is the key to achieving goals.

Also means

Discipline

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अनुसंधान(anusaṃdhān)[ənʊsəndʰɑːn]

noun

The systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources to establish facts and reach new conclusions.

“यह एक अनुसंधान केंद्र है।”

This is a research center.

Also means

Research

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अनुसार

noun

Following or according to a set rule, plan, or expectation.

“सब काम नियम के अनुसार होना चाहिए।”

Everything should be done according to the rules.

Also means

accord, agreement
accordance, compliance
accord

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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अपभ्रंश[ə.pəbʱ.ɾənʃ]

noun

The process of a language or word changing from its original pure form into a different, often simplified state.

“समय के साथ अनेक मूल संस्कृत शब्द लोकभाषा में परिवर्तित होकर अपभ्रंश बन गए।”

Over time, many original Sanskrit words changed in the popular language and became corrupted forms.

Also means

corruption, debasement
corruption

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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अपरिचित[aparichit]

noun

stranger

“वह एक अपरिचित व्यक्ति है।”

He is a stranger.

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अपरिपक्व[ə.pə.ɾɪ.pək.ʋᵊ]

adj

Something that is not yet fully developed or ripe. It can refer to physical growth or a person's behavior.

“हम लोग ऐसे समय में समाज में प्रवेश करके अपना कार्य आरम्भ करते हैं, जब कि हमारा चित्त कोमल और हर तरह का संस्कार ग्रहण करने योग्य रहता है, हमारे भाव अपरिमार्जित और हमारी प्रवृत्ति अपरिपक्व रहती है।”

We enter the society and begin our work during such times when our minds are tender and receptive to all kinds of influences. Our emotions are untouched, and our behavior remains immature.

Also means

unripened
immature

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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अभियंता(abhiyantā)[əˈbʰɪjəntɑː]

noun

A professional who designs, builds, or maintains engines, machines, or structures.

“अभियंता ने पुल की मरम्मत की योजना बनाई।”

The engineer planned the repair of the bridge.

Also means

Engineer

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अभिवादन[abhivaadan]

noun

greeting

“उसने हाथ जोड़कर सबका अभिवादन किया।”

He greeted everyone with folded hands.

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अभ्यास[Abhyas]

Noun

Practice

“अभ्यास मनुष्य को निपुण बनाता है।”

Practice makes a person perfect.

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