Did you know that India is a country where animals are worshipped?  For instance, the owl is associated with Goddess Lakshmi—the goddess of wealth. The eagle is the vehicle of Lord Vishnu, while monkeys are associated with Lord Hanuman. And Goddess Saraswati (the goddess of knowledge) rides a swan. If you’re familiar with the Indian god, Lord Krishna, most pictures and paintings have him playing the flute among the cows and other domestic animals. Hindus also consider cows to be their “mother.” And that’s not all—cows have allegedly become a religious symbol.  Learning the names of animals in Hindi can not only expand your current vocabulary, but also help you better understand Indians and their intense connection with animals. In... Show more

"What’s up?" "May I know your name?" "Oh, how are you?" These are simple questions that carry the potential to bond two people, and they serve as great conversation starters. Today, you’ll learn and practice similar English-to-Hindi question-answer patterns that are popular in Indian society. These on-the-spot questions to ask in Hindi will help you break the ice and, on some occasions, save you from unnecessary challenges. Before we start, you may want to get familiar with the most common Hindi question words. We have relevant lessons on our website that you can check out for the question words  "what," "where," and "when."  Now, there may be a ton of survival interrogative phrases. But let’s be honest: we can’t cram... Show more

Learning the Hindi language can bring a bundle of benefits into one’s life: A more fulfilling social life among native IndiansA better chance of landing your dream job in IndiaAdmission into a reputed Indian college or place of higher education However, in order to attain these benefits, you may have to pass a Hindi proficiency test to show your stuff!  Not sure where to start? In this article, HindiPod101.com will introduce you to the most widely accepted Hindi language proficiency test: the ILTS TLP (Hindi-061). We’ll explain what this exam is, what you can expect while taking it, and how to make the most of your study time and practice sessions. Let’s get started. Table of Contents Why Should You Study for the ILTS... Show more

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

You asked, so we provided—easy-to-follow instructions on how to set up your electronic devices to write in Hindi! We’ll also give you a few excellent tips on how to use this keyboard, as well as some online and app alternatives if you prefer not to set up a Hindi keyboard. Table of Contents Why it’s Important to Learn to Type in Hindi Setting up Your Computer and Mobile Devices for Hindi How to Activate an Onscreen Keyboard on Your Computer How to Change the Language Settings to Hindi on Your Computer Activating the Hindi Keyboard on Your Mobile Phone and Tablet Hindi Keyboard Typing Tips How to Practice Typing Hindi 1. Why it’s Important to Learn to Type in Hindi Learning a new language is made so much easier when... Show more

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

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

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

Do you remember the moment you fell in love with languages? Do you desire to learn or advance in Hindi quickly and effectively? Then you need a Hindi tutor. A common question that first-time language-learners ask is "Where do I begin?" The answer? Guidance. For native English-speakers who want to learn Asian languages, for example, timelines provided by the U.S. Foreign Service Institute can appear discouraging. However, defeating these odds is not unheard of. If you want to beat the odds yourself, one of the best learning options is a subscription to Premium PLUS from Innovative Language. As an active Premium PLUS member of JapanesePod101.com and KoreanClass101.com myself, I have an enjoyable experience learning at an accelerated... Show more

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