Hindi words which cannot be translated in to English.

We live in an english world, surrounded by people speaking english more than thier mother tongue. But there are some hindi words which literally cant be translated into english. It's our normal tendency to find the english translation of a word while conversing with someone to create an impression. But there are words related to colloquial slang, spiritual experiences, and complex feelings which you cant put into english. So,being indian, hindi being the national language take all pride and use the term without feeling ashamed. 

 So,let's see the words which you can proudly say as it is without worrying what it's called in english.

• RAKHI(RĀKHĪ): Every indian is very familiar with the term Rakhi. Its associated with a festival RakshaBandhan where sister ties wristband around brother's wrist as a symbol of love from sister and a promise from brother to protect her. The wrist band is usually referred to as Rakhi, which doesn't have a english translation. 
• KANYADAAN(KANYĀDĀN):  Its kanyadan in hindi and english as well. Be proud of the hindu ritual and term as well as it's original to India only. It's a hindu wedding ritual where parents give away their daughter to groom.
• INDRIYA:  Our human body is composed of five senses which are called indriyas. Losely we mean ones desire and ability to control the worldly temptations. Indriya word doesn't have a similar term in english..
• JUGAAD:  This is one word almost every indian is familiar with. Even you find kids around using the term quite funnily. Ofcourse it is used in sarcastically fuhnny manner.  Jugaad refers to the least inexpensive method of fixing something or you can say is the cheapest solution to a problem. And its jugaad in hindi, english or in any language.
• ADDA: The most buzzing word among the youngsters. You generally come across the word in most college campuses.  It refers to the place where friends gather  regularly.  The palce can be anywhere like a street corner, a restaurant or any roadside dhaba or something like that.  And happily there is no english translation of the word. Adda is such a desi word very fondly used by young crowd.
• PYAJAMA: Its the piece of clothing generally worn as night pants. The lose night pants are called pajamas in hindi and in english as well. You might have heard of trending pyajama party which is a night out with pyajamas in. It's the onlyparty I guess without formal clothing. Just get into your comfortable pyajama and you are ready to rock.
• CHUTNEY:   chutney is very common to every Indian household. No meal or snacks is complete without the side serving of chutney. Its generally a complementary serving which adds taste and tang to the meal and snack as well.  There are different types of chutney made up of different ingredients.  The best part of chutney is they go well with meal and snacks as well and are capable enough to activate your taste buds. As they are typical to india ,the name is also typical to hindi having g no english translation. 

Apart from above cited words, there are numerous hindi words which have  no translation in english. They are:

• Jhootha
• Foofa
• Veranda
• Maya
• Raas lela
• Zabardast
• Dhaba
• Jijivisha
• Akashvani
• Pushpanjali
• Rabbta 
• Viraah

Apart from these words, there are common ways of conversation which doesn't have english translation like:

• Kaam-waam
• Baat-waat
• Baal-bache
•  Theek-thak
• Khaana-peena
• Ghumna-firna
• Ghar-Dwar
• Jhuth-muth

So, now you know words which has no english translation and unique to hindi language. So next time you need to jump to search its English translation before using the word.

        Aam ho ya litchi,sabse achi Hindi!!!

English Synonyms For Competitive Exams

Preparing for competitive exam like Xat,Cat,Civil services exams, medical entrances etc.  What ever it may be and from any domain, English language plays a crucial part.  Every exam comprise of a section to test your language skills.  For scoring good, the basic english should be strong enough.

One such concept of general english is Synonyms.Synonyms means the word which has exactly the same meaning as the word. Simply, they are different words carrying same meanings. Learning synonyms can enhance your vocabulary  and give you an edge over others. Not to mention, all most all competitive exams include questions testing your basic language skill consisting of questions on Synonyms as well..

Here in this article ,I have picked up very commonly used english words  starting with alphabet "A "and have attempted to put forward more than one Synonym of the word. Thus by learning multiple words containing similar meaning will not only help clear Competitive exams but also give your vocabulary an abundance. 

So below are words, their meaning ,its Synonyms and a sentence formed using the word to explain it better.

1. ABACK (adverb): Taken unaware

Synonyms:

• Surprise

• Thrown of

• Confused

• Thrown off guard

Sentence : I was taken aback to hear the news of his death. 

         2.ABANDONED(adjective):  left or forsaken by owner or inhibitor.

Synonyms:

• Deserted 

• Rejected

• Forsaken 

• Renounced 

• Abdicated

• Waived

• Quit

Sentence: The house was abandoned  after rumours of evil in the house.

    

     3.ABANDONEDLY(adverb): helplessly 

 Synonyms:

• Powerlessly

• Dependently 

• Feebly 

• Willy-nilly

• Involuntarily 

• Defencelessly 

Sentence: After the outbreak of Corona virus ,the government abandonedly  took the decision of complete lockdown all over India.

  4.ABANDON(noun): careless disregard  of the consequences. 

     Synonyms:

• Impulse

• Recklessness 

• Wildness

• Freedom

• Uninhibitedness

• Unrestraint

• Thoughtlessness

Sentence: people tend to abandon mask while going out during the outbreak of the pandemic. 

  5.ABBREVIATE (verb): shorten

   Synonyms:

• Compress

• Prune

• Trim

• Summarize 

• Clip

• Boil down

• A nutshell

• Encapsulate 

• Cut-back 

• Condense

• Abstract 

• Reduce

Sentence: In today's internet world, youngster abbreviate almost all day today words for their convenience. 

  

  6.ABDICATE(verb): give up such as power or responsibility and duties

    Synonyms:

• Renounce

• Give up

Sentence: The king abdicated his kingdom as he followed the path of moksha.

   7.ABODE(noun): building or place where one resides.

   Synonyms:

• Dwelling 

• Habitat

• Flat

• Address

• Den

• Condo

• Domicile

• Crib

• Haunt

• Lodging

• Hearth

• Base

• Crash pad

• Headquarters 

• Hole

• Home

• House

• Sanctuary 

Sentence: A clean home is God's abode.

  

   8.ABRUPT(adjectives): marked  by sudden change in subject and sharp transitions.

 Synonyms:

• Disconnected

• Brusque

• Blunt

• Sudden

• Curt

• Short

• Quick

• Gruff

• Precipitous 

Sentence: The car took an abrupt turn before crashing down to the pit.

     9.ABSENT(verb): go away ,leave, not to be present.

   Synonyms: 

• Missing

• Lacking

• Absentminded

• Committed

• Away

• Gone

• Remove

Sentence: The class looked all dull and inactive because of many students remained absent.

  10.ABSTAIN(verb): choose not to consume

 

    Synonyms:

• Desist

• Refrain

• Forbear

• Avoid

• Shun

• Evade

• Give up

• Withhold 

• Renounce 

• Decline

• Refuse

Sentence: It is advisable  to abstain  from outside good because of the pandemic. 

  11.ABUNDANCE(noun): more than sufficient

    Synonyms:

• Plenty 

• Surplus

• Adequate 

• Profusion

• Plethora 

• Plenitude

• Teemingness

Sentence: The government provided fund to the needy in abundance. 

  12.ABUSE(noun):inhuman or cruel treatment. 

 Synonyms:

• Maltreatment 

• Ill-treatment 

• Harm

• Ill-usage

Sentence: The rich and powerful people always abused the poor and common people.

    13.ABYSS(noun):unfathomable, a deep pit extending below. 

Synonyms:

• Canyon

• Fissure

• Rift

• Ravine

• Inferno

• Cavity

• Void

Sentence: The Hindu religion is conceived as an abyss.

    14.ACADEMY(noun): an institute for advancement of art, science or literature. 

   Synonyms:

• University 

• Honorary society

• Conservatoire

• Seminary

• College

• Academy

• School

• Institute 

• School house

Sentence: Academy grades are falling despite of growing awareness regarding education. 

  15.ABOLISH(verb): to do away with

  Synonyms:

• Cancel

• Eliminate

• Annihilate

• Delete

• Annul

• Eradicate

Sentence: The government of India a abolished racism and promotes equality. 

English is one important global language and without good english speaking and writing skills, we tend to find ourselves out of the box. We need to brush our skills so that we can pace up with the rapidly developing world.