Indian culture is not as practical as Western culture. People in India tend to be more emotional and sensitive regarding the tone and body language of others. What makes the situation even more complex is that they are overly social at times and don’t mind making requests that foreign folks may find a bit intrusive. No! Don't say no to me! These factors make it essential to learn how to properly form and use phrases that are negative in Hindi! You obviously don’t want to mess up the initial relationship-building time with any of your Indian friends or colleagues due to this cultural difference. Given that, a little homework regarding your communication skills can go a long way. Table of Contents Why is it Important to... Show more

Today, you’ll learn about tenses in the Hindi language—a crucial topic for any beginner. Imagine talking about your future plans in the past tense! How puzzling would that be? And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Without using the correct tenses, it would be difficult for you to express or understand when a given event took place. This would lead to much confusion, not to mention the exchange of incorrect information.  To avoid such embarrassment, you really ought to understand how the grammatical tenses work in Hindi. In our lesson today, we’ll talk about how to form tenses in Hindi and when each one should be used.  It may seem difficult now, but with time, you’ll become familiar with the proper usage of each tense... Show more

Many aspiring students long to know the estimated duration of their Hindi learning—and this makes perfect sense! Without a well-defined deadline, one could easily derail from the language learning path. It would be like traveling to an undisclosed destination with no idea of when you would reach it.  If you’re like most aspiring Hindi language learners, you probably have this important question on your mind: How long does it take to learn Hindi?  In this article, we will…  ...give you an outline of how long it takes to reach each level of Hindi. ...offer you some tips on how to learn Hindi fast....provide you with some motivational facts to keep you going strong.  It’s natural to be curious, and you might also be wondering how... Show more

Hindi is a rich and colorful language, so it should come as no surprise that proverbs are a huge part of daily life in India. Learning proverbs in Hindi is an excellent way to gain a deeper understanding of Indian culture while expanding your vocabulary at the same time!  In our lesson today, we’ll introduce you to the most widely used Hindi proverbs and their meanings. We intend for this to be a useful Hindi learning tool for intermediate learners as well as beginners, so our list of proverbs in Hindi will cover only the sayings you’re most likely to hear while in India.  Let’s get started! Table of Contents How Relevant Are Hindi Proverbs? Hindi Proverbs List Conclusion 1. How Relevant Are Hindi Proverbs? To... Show more

Today, we’re going to take you to the heart and capital of India: New Delhi. Delhi is one of the most frequently visited cities in India, by locals and foreigners alike. Today’s lesson is more of a trip planner, boasting the best places to visit in New Delhi. At the end, we’ve also included several useful phrases in Hindi that are worth remembering for your travels in India. Are you ready to fall in love with New Delhi? → First, you may want to check out our top five cultural tips for your trip to India. Lotus Temple to Find Peace Within Table of Contents Why Study the Different Places to Visit in Delhi? Delhi in a Nutshell: Know Before You Go Must-See Places for a 1-3 Day Trip Highly Recommended Places for a... Show more

Who would have imagined that English words like "bundle," "time-pass," or "boss," could mean anything other than what they’re supposed to mean?  In India, Hinglish—or the tendency of Hindi speakers to overuse English words while speaking—has become a thing! And it doesn’t stop there. These brain teasers often give non-natives quite a hard time, because the actual meaning of English words in Hindi is far different from the original definition. Yeah, welcome to "Hindia"! English Loanwords Table of Contents Why Learn English Words Used in Hindi? The Birth of Hinglish Hinglish Words & Example Sentences Loanwords vs. Hinglish Words Famous Names Pronounced in Hindi English Words Derived From Hindi Become a... Show more

You know those moments when using a popular quote is the best way to express what you want to say? It’s amazing to see how a simple key phrase can replace a couple of dull sentences and get the job done. The one and only hurdle for our learners in this regard is that they don’t yet know the best Hindi quotes. And we here at HindiPod101.com can’t just sit here and watch you struggle with those words on the tip of your tongue! That’s why today’s guide is on the best quotes in Hindi. We’ll walk you through the best life quotes in Hindi in a variety of categories. You can start using them in your next Hindi conversation right away! Table of Contents Why Should You Study Quotes? Quotes About Success Quotes About Life ... Show more

Simplicity is the key to impressing people. No matter what the world says, using complex and incomprehensible words when they're not needed is way overrated. It leads to confusion and ruins the possibility of crystal-clear two-way communication. And there’s no reason we’d want to do that, right? To help you avoid this pitfall, today we’re going to introduce you to the basic (but quite useful) Hindi business phrases. We also have a thirty-minute video about common business phrases in Hindi on the HindiPod101 YouTube Channel; you can find the video embedded below. https://www.youtube.com/embed/8Y2LEyaGOuw Table of Contents Breaking the Myth Why is it Important to Study Business Phrases? Nailing a Job Interview ... Show more

https://www.youtube.com/embed/uruCd7CZ8SI Many cultures have some sort of harvest festival or day of giving thanks: Germans have Erntedankfest, Koreans have Chuseok, and Americans have Thanksgiving. In India, too, there is a special day each year for celebrating the harvest and hoping for future blessings: the Lohri festival.  This holiday is especially popular in the Indian Punjab region, where sugarcane and other crops are harvested early in the year. In this article, you’ll learn all about why the Punjabi celebrate Lohri, what traditions look like today, and more.  Let’s get started!  1. What is Lohri? Lohri is a harvest festival celebrating the harvest of Rabi crops. The Lohri festival is... Show more

Did you read our extensive guide on "How to Say Hello in Hindi"? Then it’s time to take a step forward and learn how to say goodbye in Hindi. Because let’s face it: Nobody likes to leave a conversation abruptly. Knowing how to conclude a conversation is just as crucial as knowing how to start one! It’s part and parcel of a strong communication etiquette. Here are just a few reasons you’ll want to learn how to say goodbye in Hindi:  In India, you'll need this knowledge at the end of the day.It's the proper way to end a chat or meeting with someone.Leaving without saying bye is impolite and rude in any culture.More importantly, we have specific Indian gestures that go along with particular goodbye phrases. (Another great reason to join... Show more