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Basic Rules for Mastering the Top 10 Hindi Sentence Patterns

Today’s lesson is about the ten most popular Hindi sentence patterns that Indians use on a daily basis. For each sentence category, we’ll provide both simple and more complex Hindi sentence structure examples. Learning these basic Hindi sentence patterns will not only give you an edge over others, but also help you craft many more useful sentences so you can talk like a pro! The best thing about this lesson is that even if you’re a beginner, you can understand the examples without much trouble, and gradually use every Hindi sentence pattern to practice your day-to-day conversational skills. So, what are you waiting for? Let’s get started. :) Table of Contents Sentences Linking Two Nouns Sentences with Adjectives ... Show more

Your Basic Guide to Hindi Verb Conjugation: Rules & Tips

As a beginner, you must have realized by now how important the topic of Hindi verb conjugation is! Yet this is a topic that leaves many people scratching their heads. The million-dollar question is "Why is it so essential to learn about conjugations in the Hindi language?" Well, here’s the answer. Hindi verb conjugation is a fundamental part of the Hindi language. After all, Hindi conjugation is unique compared to conjugation in other languages, and expresses the different verb forms based on various factors. Without Hindi verb conjugation, it would be difficult to make sense of any sentence structure or even the context of a conversation. Table of Contents Factors that Affect Hindi Conjugation What is Conjugation in Hindi? ... Show more

The Verb in Hindi: 100+ Hindi Verbs & Conjugations

People are never without action! If nothing else, we're breathing ceaselessly. The bottom line: There’s always something happening around us. And a verb in Hindi is the only part of speech that helps us express those actions in the most meaningful way. Therefore, it's quite essential to study the most common verbs in Hindi with examples. But before moving on to our Hindi verbs list, we thought you’d definitely like to check out our amazing and highly useful Hindi lessons on the Best 100 Adjectives, Top 100 Nouns, and The Most Common Pronouns in Hindi. Table of Contents Introduction to Hindi Verbs Sentence Pattern in Hindi Transitive & Intransitive Verbs Regular & Irregular Verbs Auxiliary Verbs or Helping Verbs ... Show more

The Pronoun in Hindi: Types of Pronouns in Hindi & Examples

A pronoun is a word used in place of a noun. Everybody knows this definition. But what is a pronoun in Hindi—or rather, what is the meaning of "pronoun" in Hindi? "Pronoun" in Hindi is known as सर्वनाम (SarvaNaam).Imagine a conversation where you had to repeat the name of a person or thing all the time? Exactly! It would be so dull, so monotonous, and where’s the fun in that? This is where the different kinds of pronouns in Hindi come into play. Table of Contents The Importance of a Pronoun in Hindi Pronoun Definition and Examples in Hindi Types of Pronouns in Hindi Hindi Personal Pronouns Hindi Demonstrative Pronouns Hindi Interrogative Pronouns Hindi Indefinite Pronouns Hindi Relative Pronouns ... Show more

Your Guide to Hindi Sentence Structure and Word Order

Placing words in the right order is quite similar to weaving pearls beautifully into a string. How would it look if the pearls were put together haphazardly? Technically, they’re still pearls in a string; yet the beauty is ruined. The same is true for word order in a Hindi sentence structure, or in any other language for that matter. One can not speak correctly without knowing how to put words together in a sentence. Stuffing the words randomly falls under poor grammar. The sentence structure in one language may not be the same as the word order in another. The placement and sequence of words matter a lot because not following the right pattern often leads to meaningless and confusing conversations.So, in today’s lesson, we’ll focus... Show more

Telling the Time in Hindi: Learn How to Tell Time in Hindi

Time is such an indispensable element of our life. So, if you’re planning to stay in India for a while, learning about time in Hindi and being able to say Hindi phrases such "at what time" will undoubtedly keep you ahead in life.However, living in India gives you breathing space in that regard, and a delay of a few minutes isn’t something to worry about! In other words, India is more of an easy-going place when it comes to being present right on time. Nonetheless, to many, punctuality is just another way of showing respect to others. Table of Contents Importance of Time in Hindi Language-Learning Learn Hindi Time General Time Reference of the Day Learn How to Tell Time in Hindi Asking for the Time in Hindi Time Adverbs ... Show more

Right & Left in Hindi: Giving Directions in Hindi Language

It's easy to get lost in an unfamiliar and vast land such as India. In order to survive this hassle, understanding some basics like how to say right and left in Hindi, and polishing your general vocabulary related to directions in Hindi, is really important. Table of Contents Why Learn About Directions in Hindi Language Benefits of Knowing Hindi Directions Learning How to Ask Directions in Hindi On the Map: Basics On the Map: Combinations On the Road Landmarks Must-Know Phrases for Asking for Directions Must-Know Phrases for Giving Directions Quick Summary with an Example Situation Climbing the Hindi Learning Ladder with HindiPod101.com 1. Why Learn About Directions in... Show more

The 20+ Best Compliments in Hindi with Basic Do’s & Don’ts

The best gift you can give someone is to make them smile. And in India, Hindi compliments are the sure-shot way to do that. So brace yourself and get ready to wow your friends! Today you’ll learn how to praise someone in Hindi as well as the do’s and don'ts in the context of Indian culture. Table of Contents The Do’s and Don'ts of Giving Compliments in Indian Culture General Compliments On Someone's Looks On Someone's Work On Someone's Skills How to Make Your Compliments Sound More Sincere How Do Indians Respond to a Compliment? Conclusion 1. The Do’s and Don'ts of Giving Compliments in Indian Culture 1 - Praising Someone of the Same Age Group When it comes to friends and colleagues of the same age... Show more

Top Hindi Gender List & Complete Guide to Hindi Gender Rules

Since our childhood, the natives in India learn to associate Hindi nouns with gender. It comes as no surprise that being a widely spoken and versatile language, gender in Hindi grammar plays a significant role and is reflected in almost every aspect of the Indian culture. It might blow your mind, but there are only two grammatical genders in Hindi. Yes, you read that right. Drop all the other grammatical gender types that you’ve been taught when learning other languages! As far as the Hindi language is concerned, from the tiniest thing to the biggest possible noun, we’ve got everything covered with just two main categories of gender in Hindi grammar. But what are they? Read on and find out for yourself! Table of Contents "Gender"... Show more

ईद उल-फ़ित्र: Celebrating Eid ul-Fitr in India

Indian culture is dotted with elements from a number of religions, with the majority of Indians (roughly eighty percent) adhering to Hinduism. The second most-popular religion? Islam. About fourteen percent of the country claims this religion as their own, and this makes Muslim holidays a pretty big deal here! Eid ul-Fitr is one of the most widely celebrated and festive Muslim holidays, celebrated in numerous countries around the world. In this article, you’ll learn all about Eid ul-Fitr and how it’s celebrated in India! Let’s get started. 1. What is Eid ul-Fitr? Eid ul-Fitr, initiated by the Prophet Muhammad, is a public holiday that marks the रमज़ान उपवास का अंत (ramzaan upvaas ka aanT), or "end of Ramadan... Show more