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

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

Indian culture is a melting pot of several languages, countless dialects, and a multitude of beliefs and ways of living. Geographically speaking, the Hindi-speaking belt consists of North Indian states including Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Gujarat, and Rajasthan. In this lesson, we’ll take you straight to the heart of these Hindi-speaking regions. We’ll discuss the most important festivals, religious beliefs, popular foods, prevalent family structures, and much more. You’ll soon see that India has come a long way from its extremely conservative past, and is today more experimental and open-minded. Exploring Indian Culture If you look at the present Indian society, you’ll find a blend of both old-fashioned and modern ideas. The truth... Show more

Have you always wanted to try ethnic food in India? It can be difficult to know where to start, especially if you want quality, authentic Indian food.  In this article, we’ll share with you everything you need to know about the cuisine of India. From the top five dishes you must try in a restaurant to the most popular street foods and heavenly Indian desserts, you’ll get a taste of what to expect when dining in India. We’ll even give you a few simple Indian food recipes that you can try at home. :) Table of Contents Why is it Important to Study Indian Foods? Food-Related Vocabulary Useful Phrases Related to Food Must-Try Dishes in Indian Restaurants Unique Indian Foods Bonus: Simple Recipes to Make Authentic Indian... 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