भर्त्सना
भर्त्सना في 30 ثانية
- A formal noun meaning 'censure' or 'condemnation.'
- Used in politics, news, and serious literature.
- Always feminine in gender; used with 'kī' and 'karnā'.
- Stronger and more moralistic than 'ālochanā' (criticism).
The Hindi word भर्त्सना (bhartsanā) is a high-register, formal noun that translates most accurately to 'censure,' 'condemnation,' or 'severe criticism.' While the everyday speaker might use words like बुराई (burāī) for bad-mouthing or शिकायत (shikāyat) for a complaint, भर्त्सना sits in the realm of official statements, editorial critiques, and moral outrage. It is not merely saying something is 'bad'; it is a formal declaration of disapproval, often implying that the act being criticized has violated a fundamental ethical or social code.
- Register and Tone
- This word is primarily used in formal contexts such as political speeches, news headlines, and literary essays. If a diplomat speaks about a terrorist attack, they will use भर्त्सना. If a literary critic deconstructs a poorly written but harmful book, they might use this term.
In terms of its emotional weight, भर्त्सना carries a sense of gravity. It suggests that the speaker is taking a stand from a position of authority or collective morality. It is a 'heavy' word, both phonetically and semantically. When you hear it, you know the topic is serious. It is rarely used in casual conversation among friends unless one is being intentionally dramatic or ironic.
संयुक्त राष्ट्र ने इस हिंसा की कड़ी भर्त्सना की है। (The United Nations has strongly condemned this violence.)
Historically, the word finds its roots in Sanskrit, where it related to the act of threatening or reviling. In modern Hindi, it has evolved to represent the intellectualized version of anger. It is the anger of the state, the anger of the institution, or the anger of the intellectual elite. Understanding this word is crucial for anyone looking to read Hindi newspapers like Dainik Jagran or Navbharat Times, where it appears frequently in the editorial sections.
विपक्ष ने सरकार की नीतियों की भर्त्सना करते हुए प्रदर्शन किया। (The opposition protested while censuring the government's policies.)
- Grammatical Usage
- It is almost always used with the auxiliary verb करना (karnā) to form the compound verb भर्त्सना करना (to condemn). Because it is a feminine noun, the possessive marker used before it is usually की (kī).
To use this word correctly, one must understand that it is directed towards actions, policies, or behaviors rather than people in a personal, insulting way. You wouldn't use भर्त्सना to tell a friend they are being annoying; you would use it to describe the public's reaction to a corrupt official's actions. It is an essential tool for sophisticated communication in Hindi, bridging the gap between basic fluency and advanced academic or professional proficiency.
समाज में व्याप्त भ्रष्टाचार की हर स्तर पर भर्त्सना होनी चाहिए। (Corruption prevalent in society should be condemned at every level.)
उसकी कायरतापूर्ण हरकत की चारों ओर भर्त्सना हुई। (His cowardly act was condemned everywhere.)
- Cultural Nuance
- In Indian public life, 'kadi bhartsana' (strong condemnation) has become a bit of a meme because politicians often use it as a substitute for taking actual action. Despite this, it remains the standard term for formal disapproval in the Hindi language.
संपादकीय लेख में लेखक ने नए कानून की तीखी भर्त्सना की है। (In the editorial article, the author has sharply censured the new law.)
Using भर्त्सना (bhartsanā) requires an understanding of Hindi's genitive constructions. Since it is a feminine noun, you will almost always see it preceded by the postposition 'की' (kī). The most common pattern is: [Subject] + [Object] + की + भर्त्सना + [Verb (usually करना)].
- The 'Karna' Construction
- To say 'to condemn,' we say भर्त्सना करना. For example: 'मुख्यमंत्री ने दंगों की भर्त्सना की' (The Chief Minister condemned the riots). Note how the verb 'karnā' agrees with the feminine noun 'bhartsanā' in the past tense, becoming 'kī'.
When you want to describe the intensity of the criticism, you can use adjectives like कड़ी (kaṛī - strong), तीखी (tīkhī - sharp), or सार्वजनिक (sārvajanik - public). These adjectives must also be in their feminine form to match भर्त्सना.
प्रेस काउंसिल ने पत्रकार पर हुए हमले की तीखी भर्त्सना की। (The Press Council issued a sharp censure of the attack on the journalist.)
Another common usage is in the passive voice or as a subject of a sentence. For instance, 'उसकी भर्त्सना हुई' means 'He was condemned' or 'Censure was directed at him.' This is common in news reporting where the agent (the person doing the condemning) might be a general group or the public at large.
आतंकवाद की जितनी भर्त्सना की जाए, वह कम है। (However much terrorism is condemned, it is not enough.)
In academic writing, you might see it used to describe a critique of a theory or a historical event. For example, 'इतिहासकारों ने इस क्रूर नीति की भर्त्सना की है' (Historians have condemned this cruel policy). It adds a layer of moral judgment that a word like आलोचना (criticism) lacks. आलोचना can be neutral or even positive (as in literary criticism), but भर्त्सना is always negative.
- Subjective vs. Objective
- While आलोचना is often objective and analytical, भर्त्सना is subjective and moralistic. It is the language of values being upheld against perceived wrongs.
क्या आप इस अनुचित व्यवहार की भर्त्सना नहीं करेंगे? (Will you not censure this improper behavior?)
In complex sentences, भर्त्सना can be the object of verbs like झेलना (to endure) or सहना (to bear). Example: 'उसे पूरे समाज की भर्त्सना झेलनी पड़ी' (He had to endure the censure of the entire society). This highlights the social consequence of the word.
मानवाधिकार संगठनों ने जेल की स्थितियों की भर्त्सना की है। (Human rights organizations have condemned the conditions of the jail.)
संसद में इस मुद्दे पर भारी भर्त्सना देखने को मिली। (Heavy censure was seen in Parliament on this issue.)
- Common Collocations
- कड़ी भर्त्सना (Strong condemnation), सार्वजनिक भर्त्सना (Public censure), भर्त्सना प्रस्ताव (Censure motion - a specific political term).
उनकी इस टिप्पणी की हर जगह भर्त्सना हो रही है। (His comment is being condemned everywhere.)
To hear भर्त्सना (bhartsanā) in its natural habitat, one must look toward the pillars of formal Indian society: the media, the parliament, and the courtroom. It is a 'media word' par excellence. If you turn on a news channel like NDTV India or Aaj Tak during a segment on international relations or a national scandal, you will almost certainly hear the anchor or a spokesperson use this word.
- In the News
- News headlines often use भर्त्सना because it is concise and powerful. A headline might read: 'भारत ने सीमा पार आतंकवाद की भर्त्सना की' (India condemned cross-border terrorism). It fits perfectly into the formal, slightly dramatic style of Hindi journalism.
In the Indian Parliament (Sansad), भर्त्सना is part of the technical vocabulary. A 'Censure Motion' is translated as भर्त्सना प्रस्ताव (bhartsanā prastāv). This is a formal move by the opposition to express strong disapproval of the government's actions. When you listen to Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha debates, this word signifies a high level of legislative conflict.
विपक्षी दलों ने सदन में भर्त्सना प्रस्ताव पेश किया। (The opposition parties introduced a censure motion in the house.)
Literature and high-brow essays also frequently employ भर्त्सना. Authors writing about social reform, such as Premchand or modern social commentators, use the word to express their disdain for social evils like the caste system or corruption. In this context, the word moves from being a political tool to a moral one.
अदालत ने पुलिस की लापरवाही की कड़ी भर्त्सना की। (The court strongly censured the police's negligence.)
Social media has also seen a rise in the use of भर्त्सना, though often in a performative or satirical sense. On Twitter (X), Hindi-speaking users might use the phrase 'कड़ी भर्त्सना' to mock a public figure who only offers words and no action after a tragedy. This 'meme-ification' of the word shows its deep integration into the public consciousness.
- Educational Context
- In schools and universities, during debates or in history textbooks, students are taught to use भर्त्सना to describe the global reaction to historical atrocities, such as the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.
पूरी दुनिया में इस नरसंहार की भर्त्सना हुई। (This massacre was condemned across the whole world.)
Ultimately, भर्त्सना is a word of the public square. It is used when an individual or an entity speaks on behalf of a larger moral community. Whether it is a judge issuing a verdict, a reporter filing a story, or a protester holding a sign, भर्त्सना is the chosen vessel for formal, serious, and public disapproval.
लेखक ने अपनी पुस्तक में आधुनिक उपभोक्तावाद की भर्त्सना की है। (The author has censured modern consumerism in his book.)
राज्यपाल ने विश्वविद्यालय में हुई हिंसा की भर्त्सना की। (The Governor condemned the violence that occurred in the university.)
Even for intermediate speakers, भर्त्सना (bhartsanā) can be tricky due to its formality and specific grammatical requirements. One of the most common mistakes is using it in the wrong register. Using भर्त्सना when your younger brother loses your keys is linguistically 'correct' but socially awkward—it sounds like a government official is speaking to a toddler.
- Mistake 1: Gender Mismatch
- Many learners forget that भर्त्सना is feminine. They might say 'उसका भर्त्सना' (his censure) instead of 'उसकी भर्त्सना'. Similarly, in the past tense, they might say 'उसने भर्त्सना किया' instead of 'उसने भर्त्सना की'. Always pair it with feminine markers.
Another mistake is confusing it with निंदा (nindā) or आलोचना (ālochanā). While they are synonyms, they are not always interchangeable. आलोचना is analytical (criticism), whereas भर्त्सना is judgmental (condemnation). You can have 'positive criticism' (सकारात्मक आलोचना), but you can never have 'positive bhartsana.' भर्त्सना is inherently a rejection of the thing being discussed.
Incorrect: मैंने उसकी छोटी सी गलती की भर्त्सना की।
Correct: मैंने उसकी छोटी सी गलती पर उसे टोका। (Use भर्त्सना only for serious matters.)
Learners also struggle with the placement of the word in complex sentences. Since it is a noun used as a verb component (a conjunct verb), the object of the condemnation must be linked with 'की'. A common error is omitting 'की' and saying 'सरकार ने हमला भर्त्सना की', which is ungrammatical. It must be 'हमले की भर्त्सना'.
Incorrect: वह सबकी भर्त्सना करता रहता है। (This sounds like he is a professional condemner.)
Better: वह सबकी बुराई करता रहता है। (Use burāī for casual bad-mouthing.)
Finally, there is the mistake of overusing the phrase 'कड़ी भर्त्सना' (strong condemnation). Because this phrase is so common in politics, using it too much in your writing can make it sound clichéd or like 'bureaucratese.' Try to vary your vocabulary with words like तिरस्कार (tiraskār - disdain) or फटकार (phaṭkār - scolding) where appropriate.
- Verb Agreement Mistake
- In the sentence 'लोगों ने इस कृत्य की भर्त्सना की', many students think 'ki' agrees with 'logon ne' (the people). It actually agrees with 'bhartsanā' (the feminine noun). If the noun were masculine, like 'virodh' (protest), it would be 'virodh kiyā'.
उसने समाज के नियमों की भर्त्सना की। (He condemned the rules of society—Correct use of feminine agreement.)
Incorrect: मंत्री जी ने कड़ा भर्त्सना किया।
Correct: मंत्री जी ने कड़ी भर्त्सना की।
Hindi has a rich palette of words for 'criticism' and 'disapproval.' Choosing between भर्त्सना (bhartsanā) and its synonyms depends entirely on the context and the intensity of the feeling you want to convey.
- 1. निंदा (Nindā)
- This is the closest synonym to भर्त्सना. It also means 'condemnation' or 'reproach.' However, निंदा is slightly more common in general literature and religious texts. While भर्त्सना feels like a legal or official strike, निंदा feels like a moral or social one. You can 'nindā' a person's character, but you usually 'bhartsanā' their specific actions or policies.
- 2. आलोचना (Ālochanā)
- This means 'criticism' in a more intellectual or analytical sense. If you are reviewing a movie, you are doing आलोचना. It is neutral. भर्त्सना is never neutral; it is always a 'thumbs down' from a moral perspective.
साहित्यिक आलोचना (Literary criticism) vs. अपराध की भर्त्सना (Condemnation of a crime).
- 3. फटकार (Phaṭkār)
- This means 'scolding' or 'reprimand.' It is much less formal than भर्त्सना. A teacher gives a फटकार to a student. A court gives a भर्त्सना to the police department. फटकार implies a direct, verbal dressing-down.
- 4. मज़म्मत (Mazammat)
- This is the Urdu-origin equivalent of भर्त्सना. It is used very frequently in Urdu poetry and by speakers of Hindustani. In official Indian government Hindi, भर्त्सना is preferred, but in a Bollywood movie or a ghazal, मज़म्मत would be more common.
अदालत की फटकार के बाद पुलिस ने कार्रवाई की। (After the court's reprimand, the police acted.)
- 5. तिरस्कार (Tiraskār)
- This means 'disdain' or 'scorn.' While भर्त्सना is an active statement of condemnation, तिरस्कार is more of an attitude of looking down upon something. You might treat a beggar with तिरस्कार (which is bad!), but you would भर्त्सना the system that leaves people in poverty.
In summary, use भर्त्सना when the criticism is formal, serious, and moral. Use निंदा for general disapproval, आलोचना for analysis, and फटकार for a verbal scolding. Knowing these nuances will make your Hindi sound much more natural and precise.
गांधीजी ने छुआछूत की कड़ी भर्त्सना की। (Gandhiji strongly condemned untouchability.)
How Formal Is It?
حقيقة ممتعة
Despite its harsh meaning, the word has a very rhythmic, almost poetic structure in Sanskrit, often appearing in epics like the Mahabharata when a hero rebukes a villain.
دليل النطق
- Pronouncing 'bh' as a simple 'b'.
- Missing the 't' in the 'tsa' cluster, making it sound like 'bharsanā'.
- Making the 'r' too heavy like the English 'r'.
- Shortening the final 'ā' to a short 'a'.
- Pronouncing 'ts' as 'th' (like 'think').
مستوى الصعوبة
Common in newspapers, but requires knowledge of formal vocabulary.
Spelling the 'tsa' cluster correctly is challenging for learners.
Difficult pronunciation and specific register requirements.
Easily recognizable once you know the 'bhart' sound.
ماذا تتعلّم بعد ذلك
المتطلبات الأساسية
تعلّم لاحقاً
متقدم
قواعد يجب معرفتها
Conjunct Verbs with Nouns
भर्त्सना + करना = भर्त्सना करना (To condemn). The 'karnā' changes based on the feminine gender of 'bhartsanā'.
Genitive Case with Postpositions
हमले 'की' भर्त्सना. The 'kī' links the object to the noun 'bhartsanā'.
Adjective Agreement
'कड़ी' भर्त्सना. The adjective 'kaṛī' must be feminine.
Passive Voice in Formal Hindi
भर्त्सना 'की गई' (was done/was condemned). Common in news reporting.
Honorifics and Verbs
प्रधानमंत्री जी ने भर्त्सना 'की'. Even with honorifics, the verb agrees with the noun in this construction.
أمثلة حسب المستوى
यह काम बहुत बुरा है, मैं इसकी भर्त्सना करता हूँ।
This work is very bad, I condemn it.
Uses 'kī' because 'bhartsanā' is feminine.
राजा ने चोरी की भर्त्सना की।
The king condemned the theft.
Simple past tense 'kī'.
सब लोग इस बात की भर्त्सना करते हैं।
Everyone condemns this matter.
Present habitual tense.
झूठ बोलना बुरा है, इसकी भर्त्सना करो।
Lying is bad, condemn it.
Imperative form 'karo'.
क्या आप इसकी भर्त्सना करेंगे?
Will you condemn this?
Future tense 'karenge'.
उसने मेरी गलती की भर्त्सना की।
He condemned my mistake.
Possessive 'merī' matches 'bhartsanā'.
यह एक बुरी आदत है, इसकी भर्त्सना होनी चाहिए।
This is a bad habit, it should be condemned.
Use of 'hōnī chāhiyē' (should be).
मंत्री जी ने हिंसा की भर्त्सना की।
The minister condemned the violence.
Formal subject 'mantrī jī'.
पड़ोसियों ने शोर की कड़ी भर्त्सना की।
The neighbors strongly condemned the noise.
Adjective 'kaṛī' matches 'bhartsanā'.
अध्यापक ने छात्र के दुर्व्यवहार की भर्त्सना की।
The teacher condemned the student's misconduct.
Genitive 'kē' for 'durvyavahār'.
समाज में भ्रष्टाचार की भर्त्सना करना ज़रूरी है।
It is necessary to condemn corruption in society.
Infinitive 'karnā' used as a subject.
उसने अपने मित्र के धोखे की भर्त्सना की।
He condemned his friend's betrayal.
Possessive 'apnē' refers to the subject.
क्या सरकार इस घटना की भर्त्सना करेगी?
Will the government condemn this incident?
Interrogative sentence.
हमें नफरत की भर्त्सना करनी चाहिए।
We should condemn hatred.
Modal 'chāhiyē' with feminine agreement.
समाचार पत्र ने नेता के बयान की भर्त्सना की।
The newspaper condemned the leader's statement.
Compound noun 'samāchār patra'.
उसकी कायरता की हर जगह भर्त्सना हुई।
His cowardice was condemned everywhere.
Passive-like construction 'bhartsanā huī'.
मानवाधिकार समूहों ने पुलिस की बर्बरता की तीखी भर्त्सना की है।
Human rights groups have sharply condemned police brutality.
Present perfect tense 'kī hai'.
विपक्ष ने नए कर कानून की सार्वजनिक भर्त्सना की।
The opposition publicly condemned the new tax law.
Adjective 'sārvajanik' (public).
लेखक ने अपनी नई किताब में जातिवाद की भर्त्सना की है।
The author has condemned casteism in his new book.
Use of 'me' (in) to show context.
अंतरराष्ट्रीय समुदाय को इस युद्ध की भर्त्सना करनी होगी।
The international community will have to condemn this war.
Compulsion 'karnī hōgī'.
बिना सोचे-समझे किसी की भर्त्सना करना गलत है।
It is wrong to condemn someone without thinking.
Adverbial phrase 'binā sōchē-samjhē'.
उनकी इस गैर-जिम्मेदाराना टिप्पणी की भारी भर्त्सना हुई।
His irresponsible comment was heavily condemned.
Adjective 'bhārī' (heavy/massive).
न्यायालय ने सरकारी एजेंसी की लापरवाही की भर्त्सना की।
The court condemned the negligence of the government agency.
Formal vocabulary like 'nyāyālaya' and 'laparvāhī'.
क्या आप इस अन्याय की भर्त्सना करने के लिए तैयार हैं?
Are you ready to condemn this injustice?
Infinitive + 'kē liyē' (for/to).
संसद में आज सरकार के खिलाफ भर्त्सना प्रस्ताव पारित किया गया।
A censure motion against the government was passed in Parliament today.
Technical term 'bhartsanā prastāv'.
बुद्धिजीवियों ने अभिव्यक्ति की स्वतंत्रता पर हमले की भर्त्सना की।
Intellectuals condemned the attack on freedom of expression.
Plural subject 'buddhijīviyon'.
उसने समाज की रूढ़िवादी परंपराओं की कड़ी भर्त्सना की।
He strongly condemned the conservative traditions of society.
Adjective 'rūṛhivādī' (conservative).
इस कृत्य की जितनी भर्त्सना की जाए, वह कम है।
No matter how much this act is condemned, it is not enough.
Relative-correlative 'jitnī... vah'.
संपादकीय में पत्रकार ने राजनीतिक अवसरवाद की भर्त्सना की।
In the editorial, the journalist condemned political opportunism.
Abstract noun 'avasarvād'.
महिला संगठनों ने विज्ञापनों में महिलाओं के वस्तुकरण की भर्त्सना की।
Women's organizations condemned the objectification of women in advertisements.
Complex noun 'vastukaraṇ' (objectification).
राज्यपाल ने राज्य में बढ़ती अराजकता की भर्त्सना की है।
The Governor has condemned the increasing anarchy in the state.
Participle 'baṛhtī' (increasing).
उसे अपने किए के लिए सार्वजनिक भर्त्सना झेलनी पड़ी।
He had to endure public censure for his actions.
Verb 'jhēlnī paṛī' (had to endure).
दार्शनिक ने आधुनिक समाज की नैतिक गिरावट की भर्त्सना की।
The philosopher condemned the moral decline of modern society.
Formal term 'naitik girāvaṭ'.
इस संधि की शर्तों की अंतरराष्ट्रीय स्तर पर भर्त्सना हो रही है।
The terms of this treaty are being condemned at the international level.
Continuous passive-like form 'hō rahī hai'.
उनकी भर्त्सनापूर्ण शैली ने पाठकों को गहराई से प्रभावित किया।
Their reproachful style deeply affected the readers.
Adjective 'bhartsanāpūrṇa'.
इतिहासकार ने औपनिवेशिक शोषण की कठोर भर्त्सना की है।
The historian has harshly condemned colonial exploitation.
Adjective 'kaṭhōr' (harsh/severe).
बिना किसी ठोस प्रमाण के भर्त्सना करना गैर-जिम्मेदाराना है।
To condemn without any solid evidence is irresponsible.
Noun phrase as subject.
फिल्म समीक्षक ने हिंसा के महिमामंडन की भर्त्सना की।
The film critic condemned the glorification of violence.
Sanskritized noun 'mahimāmaṇḍan'.
राजनीतिक दलों को दल-बदल की राजनीति की भर्त्सना करनी चाहिए।
Political parties should condemn the politics of defection.
Compound noun 'dal-badal'.
समाज सुधारकों ने सती प्रथा जैसी कुरीतियों की भर्त्सना की।
Social reformers condemned evils like the Sati practice.
Term 'kurītiyon' (evil customs).
उनकी भर्त्सना में केवल शब्द नहीं, बल्कि एक गहरा नैतिक रोष था।
In their condemnation, there were not just words, but a deep moral rage.
Abstract noun 'rōṣ' (wrath/rage).
क्या यह भर्त्सना केवल राजनीतिक लाभ के लिए एक स्वांग है?
Is this condemnation merely a charade for political gain?
Metaphorical term 'svāng' (charade/farce).
लेखक ने उत्तर-आधुनिकतावाद की विसंगतियों की भर्त्सना की।
The author condemned the inconsistencies of post-modernism.
Academic term 'visangatiyon'.
वैश्विक मंच पर इस आक्रामक नीति की भर्त्सना अपरिहार्य थी।
Condemnation of this aggressive policy on the global stage was inevitable.
Adjective 'aparihārya' (inevitable).
उनकी चुप्पी को भी एक प्रकार की भर्त्सना ही माना गया।
Their silence was also considered a form of condemnation.
Passive construction 'mānā gayā'.
संस्थान ने अपने ही सदस्य की अनैतिक गतिविधियों की भर्त्सना की।
The institution condemned the unethical activities of its own member.
Reflexive 'apnē hī'.
इस विचारधारा की भर्त्सना करने वाले अब स्वयं इसके शिकार हैं।
Those who condemned this ideology are now themselves its victims.
Agentive 'vālē' (those who).
सांस्कृतिक साम्राज्यवाद की भर्त्सना आज के समय की मांग है।
Condemnation of cultural imperialism is the need of the hour.
Idiomatic 'samay kī māng'.
المرادفات
الأضداد
تلازمات شائعة
العبارات الشائعة
— To strongly condemn something. Used by officials after a bad event.
भारत ने सीमा पार गोलीबारी की कड़ी भर्त्सना की।
— To endure or face condemnation from others.
गलत फैसले के कारण उसे सबकी भर्त्सना झेलनी पड़ी।
— To bring a censure motion in a legislative body.
विपक्ष सरकार के विरुद्ध भर्त्सना प्रस्ताव लाया।
— To be condemned from all sides or everywhere.
भ्रष्टाचार के खुलासे के बाद उसकी चहुंओर भर्त्सना हुई।
— To criticize something very sharply and harshly.
अदालत ने पुलिस की ढिलाई की तीखी भर्त्सना की।
— To become a victim of public condemnation.
वह अपनी एक गलती के कारण भारी भर्त्सना का शिकार हुआ।
— Without any condemnation (rarely used, usually to show lack of accountability).
इतना बड़ा कांड बिना किसी भर्त्सना के दब गया।
يُخلط عادةً مع
Ālochanā is analytical and can be positive. Bhartsanā is always negative and moralistic.
Phaṭkār is a verbal scolding, often from a superior to a subordinate. Bhartsanā is a formal declaration.
Nindā is a very close synonym but is slightly less formal and more common in religious/social contexts.
تعبيرات اصطلاحية
— The 'ritual' of strong condemnation; used sarcastically to describe empty political statements.
हर हमले के बाद नेता बस कड़ी भर्त्सना की रस्म निभाते हैं।
Sarcastic/Political— To condemn something excessively or repeatedly (metaphorical).
मीडिया ने उस नेता की भर्त्सना के पुल बांध दिए।
Informal/Journalistic— To be consumed or heavily affected by public condemnation.
घोटाले के बाद वह भर्त्सना की आग में जल रहा है।
Literary— To speak very bitter words of condemnation.
उसने अपने भाषण में विरोधियों के खिलाफ भर्त्सना का जहर उगला।
Dramatized— To have the threat of condemnation hanging over someone.
उसके सिर पर अब भी भर्त्सना की तलवार लटक रही है।
Metaphorical— To come under the circle/ambit of condemnation.
मंत्री जी अपने बयान के कारण भर्त्सना के घेरे में आ गए।
Media— A heavy downpour of criticism.
सोशल मीडिया पर उस पर भर्त्सना की मूसलाधार बारिश हुई।
Informal— To start a public campaign of condemnation.
संगठनों ने सरकार के खिलाफ भर्त्सना का बिगुल फूंक दिया है।
Activist— To criticize someone so much that their reputation is ruined (dust).
अखबारों ने उस भ्रष्ट अधिकारी की भर्त्सना की धूल उड़ा दी।
Informal— To drag someone into the mud of condemnation.
बिना सबूत के किसी को भर्त्सना के कीचड़ में उछालना ठीक नहीं।
Emotionalسهل الخلط
Opposite meaning.
Prashansā is praise; Bhartsanā is condemnation. They are antonyms.
उसने मेरी प्रशंसा की, भर्त्सना नहीं।
Similar starting sound.
Bharnā means 'to fill.' Bhartsanā means 'to condemn.' They are unrelated.
बाल्टी भरना और भर्त्सना करना अलग हैं।
Adjective form.
Bhartsanā is the noun (condemnation); Bhartsanāpūrṇa is the adjective (reproachful).
उसकी भर्त्सनापूर्ण बातों ने मुझे दुखी किया।
Often appear together in news.
Barbartā means 'brutality.' Bhartsanā is what you do TO brutality.
पुलिस की बर्बरता की भर्त्सना हुई।
Same meaning, different origin.
Mazammat is Urdu; Bhartsanā is Sanskritized Hindi. Use Bhartsanā for formal Indian government context.
समाचार में भर्त्सना शब्द का प्रयोग हुआ।
أنماط الجُمل
[Object] + बुरा है, इसकी भर्त्सना करो।
झूठ बुरा है, इसकी भर्त्सना करो।
[Subject] ने [Object] की भर्त्सना की।
राम ने चोरी की भर्त्सना की।
[Subject] ने [Object] की कड़ी भर्त्सना की है।
सरकार ने हिंसा की कड़ी भर्त्सना की है।
[Object] की हर जगह भर्त्सना हो रही है।
इस कानून की हर जगह भर्त्सना हो रही है।
[Object] की भर्त्सना करना [Adjective] है।
बिना प्रमाण के भर्त्सना करना अनुचित है।
[Object] की भर्त्सना अपरिहार्य/आवश्यक है।
इस विचारधारा की भर्त्सना अपरिहार्य है।
[Subject] की भर्त्सनापूर्ण शैली [Effect]...
लेखक की भर्त्सनापूर्ण शैली ने सबको चौंका दिया।
सदन में [Object] के विरुद्ध भर्त्सना प्रस्ताव पारित हुआ।
सदन में भ्रष्टाचार के विरुद्ध भर्त्सना प्रस्ताव पारित हुआ।
عائلة الكلمة
الأسماء
الأفعال
الصفات
مرتبط
كيفية الاستخدام
Common in formal writing, rare in casual speech.
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Using 'का' instead of 'की'.
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आतंकवाद की भर्त्सना।
Bhartsanā is a feminine noun, so the genitive marker must be 'kī'.
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Pronouncing it as 'bharsanā'.
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Bhartsanā (with a 't' sound).
The 'ts' cluster is essential. Skipping the 't' makes the word sound incorrect.
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Using it for minor personal complaints.
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मैंने उसकी शिकायत की।
Bhartsanā is too formal and heavy for small personal issues.
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Using 'किया' instead of 'की' in the past tense.
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उसने भर्त्सना की।
The verb 'karnā' agrees with the feminine noun 'bhartsanā' in 'ne' constructions.
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Using 'आलोचना' when you mean 'condemnation'.
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उसने हमले की भर्त्सना की।
Ālochanā is for analysis; Bhartsanā is for moral condemnation. They aren't always interchangeable.
نصائح
Gender Agreement
Always remember that 'भर्त्सना' is feminine. Use 'की' and 'कड़ी' instead of 'का' and 'कड़ा'. This is the most common mistake for learners.
Contextual Use
Use 'भर्त्सना' for serious crimes or ethical breaches. Using it for minor things like a late arrival sounds sarcastic or overly dramatic.
The 'TS' sound
Don't skip the 't' sound. It's not 'bharsanā', it's 'bhart-sanā'. Practice the 'ts' cluster to sound more like a native speaker.
Newspaper Reading
When reading Hindi newspapers, look for 'भर्त्सना' in the first few paragraphs of news about government reactions or international events.
Formal Essays
Using 'भर्त्सना' instead of 'बुराई' in a formal Hindi essay will immediately make your writing look more professional and advanced.
News Anchors
Watch Hindi news anchors. They often use 'भर्त्सना' with a specific 'angry' but 'professional' tone. Try to mimic that tone.
Diplomatic Language
If you are interested in Indian diplomacy, 'भर्त्सना' is a key term to learn. It is the bread and butter of official statements.
Synonym Pairing
Associate 'भर्त्सना' with 'निंदा'. They are like sisters. One is formal (Bhartsanā), and one is everyday (Nindā).
Legal Context
In a legal context, 'भर्त्सना' is often used when a judge criticizes the behavior of the police or a lawyer.
Debates
In school or college debates, using 'भर्त्सना' helps you take a strong, moralistic stand against your opponent's points.
احفظها
وسيلة تذكّر
Think of a 'Bhart' (like the name Bharat) who is 'Sana' (sane). A sane person like Bharat will 'Bhartsanā' (condemn) any violence he sees. Bhart + Sane = Bhartsanā.
ربط بصري
Imagine a judge in a high court wearing a black robe, pointing a finger and shouting 'Bhartsanā!' at a criminal. The 'ts' sound is like the judge's sharp finger pointing.
Word Web
تحدٍّ
Try to write three sentences about a recent world event using 'bhartsanā' and 'kaṛī' (strong). Post them in a Hindi forum and see if you used the feminine gender correctly.
أصل الكلمة
Derived from the Sanskrit root 'भर्त्स्' (bharts), which means 'to threaten,' 'to revile,' or 'to abuse.' It entered Old Indo-Aryan and evolved into the formal Hindi noun we use today.
المعنى الأصلي: In Sanskrit, it often referred to a vocal threat or a harsh verbal scolding aimed at intimidating someone.
Indo-Aryan (Sanskrit)السياق الثقافي
This is a safe, formal word. However, using it too casually can make you sound like you are looking down on people, as it carries a tone of moral superiority.
English speakers should treat 'bhartsanā' like the word 'censure' or 'denounce.' It's not something you use at a pub, but something you use in a classroom or a business report.
تدرّب في الحياة الواقعية
سياقات واقعية
Political Scandals
- विपक्ष ने भर्त्सना की
- इस्तीफे की मांग
- भ्रष्टाचार की भर्त्सना
- कड़ी कार्रवाई
International Relations
- संयुक्त राष्ट्र की भर्त्सना
- मानवाधिकार उल्लंघन
- वैश्विक मंच पर
- शांति की अपील
Judiciary
- अदालत की फटकार
- कानून का उल्लंघन
- दोषी करार
- भर्त्सनापूर्ण टिप्पणी
Media/Editorial
- संपादकीय लेख
- गहरी चिंता
- समाज का आईना
- तीखी आलोचना
Social Reform
- कुरीतियों की भर्त्सना
- जागरूकता अभियान
- परिवर्तन की आवश्यकता
- पुरानी परंपराएं
بدايات محادثة
"क्या आपको लगता है कि केवल भर्त्सना करने से समस्या हल हो सकती है?"
"हाल ही में हुई उस घटना की भर्त्सना क्यों नहीं की गई?"
"आप इस नई नीति की भर्त्सना करेंगे या समर्थन?"
"अखबारों में आज किस बात की सबसे ज्यादा भर्त्सना हो रही है?"
"क्या भर्त्सना करना एक नागरिक की जिम्मेदारी है?"
مواضيع للكتابة اليومية
आज की एक ऐसी खबर के बारे में लिखें जिसकी आप कड़ी भर्त्सना करना चाहते हैं।
क्या कभी आपकी किसी बात के लिए भर्त्सना हुई है? वह अनुभव कैसा था?
भर्त्सना और प्रशंसा—इन दोनों में से समाज पर किसका अधिक प्रभाव पड़ता है?
एक काल्पनिक पत्र लिखें जिसमें आप एक सामाजिक बुराई की भर्त्सना कर रहे हों।
क्या 'भर्त्सना' शब्द अब केवल एक औपचारिकता बनकर रह गया है? अपने विचार व्यक्त करें।
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةIt is a feminine noun. You must use feminine markers like 'की' (kī) and 'कड़ी' (kaṛī) with it. For example: 'सरकार की भर्त्सना' (The government's censure).
They are very similar. 'निंदा' (nindā) is more general and used in daily life or religious texts. 'भर्त्सना' (bhartsanā) is more formal, often found in politics, law, and news headlines.
It's better not to. 'भर्त्सना' implies a serious moral or ethical failure. For a small mistake, use 'टोका-टाकी' (criticism/interruption) or 'शिकायत' (complaint).
It is like the 'ts' in the English word 'cats.' Touch your tongue to the back of your upper teeth and release quickly with a bit of air.
It means 'strong condemnation' or 'severe censure.' It is the most common adjective-noun pair for this word in Hindi news.
Only in formal scenes, like a court trial, a press conference, or when a very traditional character is speaking formally.
No, it is inherently negative. It always signifies disapproval or condemnation. There is no such thing as 'good bhartsanā'.
It is the Hindi term for a 'Censure Motion' in Parliament, used by the opposition to formally criticize the government's actions.
It comes from the Sanskrit root 'bharts,' which means to threaten or revile.
It is common in formal speeches and debates, but in casual conversation, people prefer 'बुराई' (burāī) or 'निंदा' (nindā).
اختبر نفسك 190 أسئلة
Write a sentence using 'भर्त्सना करना' about a news event.
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Translate: 'The teacher condemned the student's behavior.'
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Use 'कड़ी भर्त्सना' in a sentence.
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Write a formal headline using 'भर्त्सना'.
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Explain the difference between 'आलोचना' and 'भर्त्सना' in one Hindi sentence.
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Translate: 'Public censure is a powerful tool.'
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Write a sentence with 'भर्त्सनापूर्ण'.
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Translate: 'The court censured the police.'
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Use 'भर्त्सना झेलना' in a sentence.
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Translate: 'This act is condemnable.'
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Write a sentence about environmental pollution using 'भर्त्सना'.
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Translate: 'Why didn't you condemn it?'
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Use 'भर्त्सना प्रस्ताव' in a sentence about politics.
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Translate: 'There was a wave of condemnation.'
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Write a sentence about corruption using 'भर्त्सना'.
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Translate: 'His silence was seen as condemnation.'
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Use 'तीखी भर्त्सना' in a sentence.
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Translate: 'We should condemn injustice.'
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Write a sentence with 'भर्त्सना के पात्र'.
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Translate: 'The international community condemned the war.'
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Pronounce 'भर्त्सना' correctly three times.
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Say: 'I condemn this violence' in Hindi.
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Explain the meaning of 'Bhartsanā' in simple Hindi.
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Roleplay: You are a news anchor reporting a crime. Use 'bhartsanā'.
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Say: 'The government should condemn corruption.'
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Pronounce the adjective 'भर्त्सनीय'.
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Debate: Is 'bhartsanā' effective without action? (Speak for 30 seconds).
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Say: 'He had to face public censure.'
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Pronounce 'भर्त्सनापूर्ण' correctly.
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Say: 'Everyone is condemning his comment.'
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Translate and speak: 'The court censured the police's delay.'
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Say: 'Lying is a condemnable act.'
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Describe a recent event using 'kaṛī bhartsanā'.
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Say: 'We must condemn hatred.'
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Ask: 'Will you condemn this injustice?'
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Say: 'A censure motion was passed.'
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Pronounce 'भर्त्सक'.
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Say: 'His act was condemned everywhere.'
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Roleplay: A diplomat at the UN. Condemn a treaty violation.
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Say: 'This is a moral condemnation.'
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Listen to the audio (simulated): 'Sarkār ne hamle kī bhartsanā kī.' What did the government do?
Listen: 'Kaṛī bhartsanā'. Is the condemnation light or strong?
Listen: 'Bhartsanā Prastāv'. What document is being mentioned?
Listen: 'Bhartsanīya'. Is this a noun or an adjective?
Listen: 'Sārvajanik bhartsanā'. Who is doing the condemning?
Listen: 'Tīkhī bhartsanā'. What is the intensity?
Listen: 'Bhartsanā kī gaī'. Is this active or passive?
Listen: 'Ātma-bhartsanā'. Who is the person condemning?
Listen: 'Bhartsanāpūrṇa'. How would you describe the tone?
Listen: 'Dēshvyāpī bhartsanā'. Where is it happening?
Listen: 'Bhartsanā kī lahar'. What metaphor is used?
Listen: 'Kāyar-tā kī bhartsanā'. What is being condemned?
Listen: 'Bhartsanā hōnī chāhiyē'. Is it a fact or a suggestion?
Listen: 'Nyāyālaya kī bhartsanā'. Who issued the condemnation?
Listen: 'Bhartsanā kē pātra'. Are they good people?
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Summary
Bhartsanā (भर्त्सना) is your 'power word' for expressing serious, formal disapproval. Use it when you want to sound authoritative or when discussing heavy topics like ethics, law, or international politics. Example: 'Sarkār ne hamle kī kaṛī bhartsanā kī' (The government strongly condemned the attack).
- A formal noun meaning 'censure' or 'condemnation.'
- Used in politics, news, and serious literature.
- Always feminine in gender; used with 'kī' and 'karnā'.
- Stronger and more moralistic than 'ālochanā' (criticism).
Gender Agreement
Always remember that 'भर्त्सना' is feminine. Use 'की' and 'कड़ी' instead of 'का' and 'कड़ा'. This is the most common mistake for learners.
Contextual Use
Use 'भर्त्सना' for serious crimes or ethical breaches. Using it for minor things like a late arrival sounds sarcastic or overly dramatic.
The 'TS' sound
Don't skip the 't' sound. It's not 'bharsanā', it's 'bhart-sanā'. Practice the 'ts' cluster to sound more like a native speaker.
Newspaper Reading
When reading Hindi newspapers, look for 'भर्त्सना' in the first few paragraphs of news about government reactions or international events.
محتوى ذو صلة
مزيد من كلمات emotions
आभार
B1الامتنان أو الشكر. 'أعبر عن امتناني لك' هي 'Main aapka abhaar vyakt karta hoon'.
आभारी
A2ممتن، شاكر. تستخدم للتعبير عن الامتنان في السياقات الرسمية.
आभारी होना
A2التعبير عن الامتنان والتقدير لشخص ما بسبب معروف أو مساعدة قدمها لك. هو شعور عميق يتجاوز مجرد كلمة 'شكراً'.
आभार सहित
B1مع الامتنان؛ عبارة رسمية تستخدم للتعبير عن الشكر العميق في اللغة الهندية.
आभारपूर्वक
B2كلمة تعبر عن الامتنان والتقدير العميق عند القيام بفعل ما. تستخدم لوصف التصرفات التي تنبع من قلب شاكر وممتن.
आभास होना
B1أن يكون لديه شعور أو حدس؛ أن يدرك شيئاً بشكل غامض. مثال: 'شعرت بالخطر.'
आग्रह
B1كلمة تعبر عن الإلحاح في الطلب أو التمسك برأي معين بطريقة مهذبة ولكنها حازمة. تعني أن الشخص لا يكتفي بطلب واحد، بل يكرره لضمان الاستجابة.
आघात
B1صدمة، ضربة. 'كانت وفاته صدمة (aaghat) كبيرة.' / 'ضربة (aaghat) للاقتصاد.'
आघात लगना
B1تعبير يُستخدم لوصف حالة من الصدمة النفسية العميقة أو التأثر الشديد نتيجة حدث غير متوقع أو مؤلم. يشير إلى شعور الشخص بالذهول وعدم القدرة على استيعاب ما حدث.
आघात पहुँचना
B1أن يصاب بصدمة عميقة أو صدمة نفسية بسبب حدث خطير.