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A1 noun 6 دقيقة للقراءة

बैठक

Meeting

At the A1 level, 'बैठक' (baithak) is simply taught as the word for 'meeting.' Learners should focus on using it in basic 'Subject-Object-Verb' sentences. For example, 'I have a meeting' or 'The meeting is at 2 PM.' At this stage, it's important to recognize the word when heard in an office or school context. You might also learn 'baithak kotha' as 'living room.' The goal is to identify the physical space or the simple event of people sitting together for a purpose. Focus on the phrase 'Baithak ma' (In the meeting).

At the A2 level, you begin to use 'बैठक' with more specific verbs like 'bolaunu' (to call) or 'basnu' (to sit/attend). You can describe the meeting's time and location more accurately. You should be able to say things like 'We had a meeting yesterday' or 'Who called this meeting?' You also start to differentiate between a formal 'baithak' and an informal 'bhetghat.' You might use simple adjectives like 'ramro baithak' (good meeting) or 'lambo baithak' (long meeting).

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

At the B1 level, you can use 'बैठक' in complex sentences involving reasons and results. You might talk about the agenda of the meeting or the decisions made. 'Because of the meeting, I was late' or 'The meeting was held to discuss the project.' You start using the word in professional contexts, understanding terms like 'baithak bhatta' (meeting allowance/sitting fee). You can also use the word to describe social structures, like a 'neighborhood meeting' (tole ko baithak).

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

At the B2 level, you use 'बैठक' to discuss abstract concepts and formal procedures. You can explain what happened during a 'baithak' using reported speech. You understand nuances like 'sthalgat baithak' (on-site meeting) or 'sanyukta baithak' (joint meeting). You can participate in a meeting and use the word to refer to the minutes of the meeting (baithak ko nirnaya/tippani). You are comfortable using it in both active and passive constructions.

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

At the C1 level, 'बैठक' is used in highly formal and specialized contexts. You might read about 'parliamentary sessions' or 'cabinet meetings' in newspapers and understand the legal and political implications. You can use the word in idioms and metaphors. You understand the historical shift of the word from a physical room in a palace to a democratic session. You can facilitate a meeting in Nepali, using the word to manage the flow of the session.

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

At the C2 level, you have a masterly grasp of 'बैठक.' You understand its etymological roots and its role in Nepali literature and history. You can distinguish between 'baithak,' 'parishad,' 'mahasabha,' and 'gosthi' with precision. You can critique the outcomes of high-level meetings and use the word in academic writing or professional policy documents. The word becomes a tool for sophisticated communication in the highest circles of Nepali society.

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

تدرّب عليها أمثلة ملاحظات ونصائح

बैठक في 30 ثانية

A formal gathering or meeting (noun).
Also refers to a traditional living room.
Used heavily in office and political contexts.
Commonly paired with the verb 'basnu' (to sit).

The word बैठक (baithak) is a cornerstone of Nepali social and professional life. At its most basic level, it translates to 'meeting,' but its roots and usage run much deeper into the fabric of Nepali culture. Historically, it referred to a 'sitting room' or a formal reception area in a house where guests were received. In modern contexts, it has evolved to primarily signify a formal gathering, a business meeting, a committee session, or a political assembly. When you use this word, you are usually implying a level of structure and purpose. It is not just a casual 'hangout' (which would be bhetghat); it is a gathering where items are discussed, decisions are made, or formal interactions occur.

Formal Context: In a corporate or governmental setting, बैठक refers to an official session. For example, 'The board meeting' is सञ्चालक समितिको बैठक.
Domestic Context: In traditional Nepali architecture, the बैठक कोठा is the living room or the parlor where guests sit. While modern apartments might use 'living room,' the term baithak still carries a sense of hospitality.

हाम्रो कार्यालयमा आज एउटा महत्त्वपूर्ण बैठक छ। (There is an important meeting in our office today.)

The term is also used in political science to describe parliamentary sessions. When the parliament sits, it is called संसदको बैठक. This versatility makes it one of the first formal nouns a learner should master. It bridges the gap between the home and the professional world. In the village context, a baithak might happen under a Pipal tree on a stone platform called a 'Chautari,' where elders gather to resolve community issues. Thus, the word encompasses the democratic spirit of discussion and consensus-building that is vital to Nepali society.

गाउँका मानिसहरू चौतारीमा बैठक बस्दैछन्। (The village people are sitting for a meeting at the Chautari.)

Verb Pairing: The word is almost always paired with the verb बस्नु (basnu) which means 'to sit'. So, to 'have a meeting' is literally 'to sit a meeting' (बैठक बस्नु).

Using बैठक correctly requires understanding its role as a noun. It functions similarly to the English word 'meeting,' but the grammatical construction around it often emphasizes the act of sitting. In English, we 'hold' or 'have' a meeting. In Nepali, you usually 'sit' in a meeting or 'call' a meeting.

Calling a Meeting: To call or convene a meeting, use the verb बोलाउनु (bolaunu). Example: अध्यक्षले बैठक बोलाउनुभयो (The chairperson called the meeting).

हामीले भोलि बिहान १० बजे बैठक बोलाएका छौं। (We have called a meeting for tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock.)

When talking about the duration or the continuation of a meeting, you might use चल्नु (chalnu), which means 'to run' or 'to go on'. If a meeting lasted for three hours, you would say: बैठक तीन घण्टा चल्यो. This highlights the process and the time spent in the session. Furthermore, if a meeting is postponed, the word स्थगित (sthagit) is often used in conjunction with baithak.

म अहिले बैठकमा छु, पछि फोन गर्छु। (I am in a meeting right now, I will call later.)

Purpose-Driven Usage: You can specify the type of meeting by adding a modifier before the word. आकस्मिक बैठक (Emergency meeting), वार्षिक बैठक (Annual meeting), or गोप्य बैठक (Secret meeting).

In Nepal, you will hear बैठक in almost every organizational setting. If you are working in an NGO, a school, or a government office, the day often begins or ends with a baithak. It is also a staple of the evening news. News anchors frequently report on the मन्त्रिपरिषदको बैठक (Cabinet meeting) or the दलीय बैठक (Party meeting), as political negotiations are a constant topic of public discourse in Nepal.

आजको समाचारमा प्रधानमन्त्रीको बैठकको बारेमा चर्चा छ। (In today's news, there is a discussion about the Prime Minister's meeting.)

Beyond the news, you'll hear it in apartment buildings or community groups (Tole Bikas Samiti). Neighbors might say, हाम्रो टोलको बैठक शनिबार हुन्छ (Our neighborhood meeting is on Saturday). Even in educational settings, teachers have baithaks to discuss curriculum or student progress. It is a word that signals collective decision-making. If you hear someone say 'Hami baithak basdai chau,' it's a polite way of saying they are busy with something important and shouldn't be disturbed.

शिक्षकहरूको बैठक पुस्तकालयमा भइरहेको छ। (The teachers' meeting is happening in the library.)

The most common mistake for English speakers is confusing बैठक (baithak) with भेट (bhet) or भेटघाट (bhetghat). While both involve people coming together, they are not interchangeable. Bhet is used for meeting a person (like 'I met my friend'), whereas baithak is used for a structured meeting or session. You wouldn't say 'I have a baithak with my brother' unless you were having a very formal family business session!

Mistake: Using 'Baithak' for 'Meeting a friend': Incorrect: म साथीसँग बैठक गर्दैछु। (I am doing a meeting with a friend.)
Correct: म साथीलाई भेट्दैछु। (I am meeting a friend.)

हामीले व्यवसायको बारेमा बैठक गर्यौं, तर साथीलाई चिया पसलमा भेट्यौं। (We had a meeting about the business, but we met the friend at the tea shop.)

Another mistake is the verb choice. In English, we 'do' a meeting, but in Nepali, 'baithak garnu' is less common than 'baithak basnu' (to sit a meeting). While 'baithak garnu' is understood, 'basnu' sounds much more natural to native ears. Additionally, be careful with the word sabha. A sabha is usually a much larger assembly or a mass meeting, whereas a baithak is usually smaller and more focused.

To enrich your Nepali, it's helpful to know words that are similar to बैठक but carry slightly different nuances. Depending on the level of formality and the size of the group, you might choose a different term.

छलफल (Chhalphal): This means 'discussion.' Often, a baithak is held for the purpose of chhalphal. If the gathering is informal and focused just on talking, chhalphal is a better word.
सभा (Sabha): This means 'assembly' or 'mass meeting.' Think of a general assembly or a large political rally. It is much larger than a standard baithak.
अधिवेशन (Adhibeshan): This is a very formal term meaning 'session' or 'convention,' usually used for annual general meetings or parliamentary sessions.

आजको बैठकमा हामीले नयाँ बजेटको बारेमा छलफल गर्यौं। (In today's meeting, we had a discussion about the new budget.)

In social settings, you might hear जमघट (Jamghat), which refers to a social gathering or a get-together. It implies a sense of fun and crowd, whereas baithak implies a sense of duty or work. Understanding these distinctions helps you sound more like a native speaker and ensures you are using the right level of formality for the situation.

How Formal Is It?

رسمي

محايد

غير رسمي

Child friendly

عامية

حقيقة ممتعة

In ancient palaces, the 'Baithak' was a grand hall where kings would meet their subjects. Today, it's just as likely to be a Zoom call!

دليل النطق

UK /ˈbaɪ.t̪ʰək/

US /ˈbaɪ.t̪ʰək/

The stress is on the first syllable: BAI-thak.

يتقافى مع

गायक (Gaayak - Singer) नायक (Naayak - Hero) लायक (Laayak - Capable) सहायक (Sahaayak - Assistant) विधायक (Vidhaayak - Legislator) प्रदायक (Pradaayak - Provider) परिचायक (Parichaayak - Introducer) विनायक (Vinaayak - Ganesha)

أخطاء شائعة

Pronouncing 'th' as a hard 't' (like 'bat-ak'). It should be aspirated.
Pronouncing 'ai' as a long 'a' (like 'bay-thak'). It should be 'buy'.

مستوى الصعوبة

القراءة 2/5

Easy to recognize in text due to its distinct shape.

الكتابة 3/5

Requires practice with the aspirated 'th' and 'ai' vowel.

التحدث 2/5

Common word, easy to use in basic sentences.

الاستماع 2/5

Clear pronunciation makes it easy to spot in conversation.

ماذا تتعلّم بعد ذلك

المتطلبات الأساسية

बस्नु (To sit) कोठा (Room) मान्छे (Person) कुरा (Talk) समय (Time)

تعلّم لاحقاً

छलफल (Discussion) निर्णय (Decision) अध्यक्ष (Chairperson) प्रस्ताव (Proposal) सहभागी (Participant)

متقدم

अधिवेशन (Session) कार्यविधि (Procedure) पारदर्शिता (Transparency) बहुमत (Majority) अनुमोदन (Approval)

قواعد يجب معرفتها

Noun-Verb Agreement

बैठक भयो (Meeting happened) vs बैठकहरू भए (Meetings happened).

Postpositions

बैठकका लागि (For the meeting), बैठकपछि (After the meeting).

Honorifics

अध्यक्ष बैठकमा बस्नुभयो (The chair sat in the meeting - Honorific).

Compound Nouns

बैठक + कोठा = बैठककोठा (Living room).

Infinitive of Purpose

बैठक बस्नका लागि (In order to sit for a meeting).

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

أمثلة حسب المستوى

आज बैठक छ।

Today there is a meeting.

Noun + verb 'cha' (is).

बैठक कहाँ छ?

Where is the meeting?

Question word 'kaha' (where).

यो बैठक कोठा हो।

This is the living room.

Compound noun 'baithak kotha'.

म बैठकमा छु।

I am in the meeting.

Postposition 'ma' (in).

बैठक दुई बजे हुन्छ।

The meeting is at two o'clock.

Time expression.

हाम्रो बैठक राम्रो भयो।

Our meeting went well.

Adjective 'ramro' (good).

बैठक सकियो।

The meeting ended.

Verb 'sakinu' (to end).

तपाईं बैठकमा आउनुहोस्।

Please come to the meeting.

Imperative form 'aunuhos'.

हामीले एउटा बैठक बोलायौं।

We called a meeting.

Transitive verb 'bolaunu'.

बैठक कति बजे सुरु हुन्छ?

What time does the meeting start?

Interrogative phrase 'kati baje'.

हिजोको बैठक धेरै लामो थियो।

Yesterday's meeting was very long.

Past tense 'thiyo'.

मलाई बैठकको बारेमा थाहा छैन।

I don't know about the meeting.

Phrase 'ko barema' (about).

सबैजना बैठकमा बस्नुभयो।

Everyone sat in the meeting.

Honorific verb 'basnubhashyo'.

बैठक भोलि सम्मका लागि सरेको छ।

The meeting has been moved to tomorrow.

Passive-like construction 'sareko cha'.

के यो बैठक महत्त्वपूर्ण छ?

Is this meeting important?

Adjective 'mahatvapurna'.

बैठकमा चिया र बिस्कुट थियो।

There was tea and biscuits in the meeting.

Conjunction 'ra' (and).

नयाँ योजना बनाउन बैठक आवश्यक छ।

A meeting is necessary to make a new plan.

Infinitive 'banauna' (to make).

हामीले बैठकमा धेरै विषयमा छलफल गर्यौं।

We discussed many topics in the meeting.

Plural 'dherai bishaya' (many topics).

बैठक ढिलो सुरु भएकोले मलाई गाह्रो भयो।

Since the meeting started late, it was difficult for me.

Conjunction 'eko le' (because).

अध्यक्षले बैठकको अध्यक्षता गर्नुभयो।

The chairperson presided over the meeting.

Formal verb 'adhyakshata garnu'.

बैठकको निर्णय सबैले मान्नुपर्छ।

Everyone must follow the decision of the meeting.

Modal 'parcha' (must).

म बैठक चलिरहेको बेला बाहिर निस्किएँ।

I went out while the meeting was going on.

Phrase 'eko bela' (at the time of).

यो बैठकको मुख्य एजेन्डा के हो?

What is the main agenda of this meeting?

Possessive 'ko' (of).

बैठक सकिएपछि हामी खाना खान गयौं।

After the meeting ended, we went to eat.

Sequence 'epachi' (after).

बैठकको माइन्युट लेख्न निकै समय लाग्यो।

It took a lot of time to write the minutes of the meeting.

Loan word 'minute' used in Nepali.

बैठक स्थगित हुनुको मुख्य कारण विवाद थियो।

The main reason for the meeting being postponed was the dispute.

Noun phrase 'hunu ko karan'.

बैठकमा सहभागी हुन सबै सदस्यहरूलाई पत्र पठाइयो।

Letters were sent to all members to participate in the meeting.

Passive voice 'pathaiyo'.

बैठकले सर्वसम्मतिबाट नयाँ नियम पारित गर्यो।

The meeting passed new rules by consensus.

Adverbial phrase 'sarvasammati bata'.

यदि बैठक समयमै सकिएको भए, म घर पुग्ने थिएँ।

If the meeting had ended on time, I would have reached home.

Conditional 'eko bhaye...ne thie'.

बैठकको तयारीका लागि हामीले धेरै मेहनत गर्यौं।

We worked very hard for the preparation of the meeting.

Purpose 'ka lagi' (for).

बैठकको दौरान कसैले पनि मोबाइल चलाउन पाउनुहुन्न।

No one is allowed to use mobile phones during the meeting.

Postposition 'dauran' (during).

बैठकमा प्रस्तुत गरिएको प्रतिवेदन धेरै लामो थियो।

The report presented in the meeting was very long.

Past participle 'prastut gari-eko'.

मन्त्रिपरिषदको बैठकले महत्त्वपूर्ण राजनीतिक निर्णय लियो।

The Cabinet meeting took a significant political decision.

Political terminology.

बैठकको कार्यसूचीमा उल्लेख नभएका विषयमा छलफल भएन।

Topics not mentioned in the agenda of the meeting were not discussed.

Formal word 'karyasuchi' (agenda).

बैठकको वैधतामाथि केही सदस्यहरूले प्रश्न उठाएका छन्।

Some members have raised questions about the validity of the meeting.

Abstract noun 'vaidhata' (validity).

बैठकको अध्यक्षता गर्ने व्यक्ति निष्पक्ष हुनुपर्छ।

The person presiding over the meeting must be impartial.

Adjective 'nishpaksha' (impartial).

बैठकको माइन्युटमा हस्ताक्षर गर्न सबैलाई अनुरोध गरिन्छ।

Everyone is requested to sign the minutes of the meeting.

Formal request 'anurodh garincha'.

बैठकले संस्थाको भविष्यको दिशा तय गर्नेछ।

The meeting will determine the future direction of the organization.

Future tense 'garnecha'.

बैठकको समय र स्थान परिवर्तन भएको सूचना जारी गरियो।

A notice was issued regarding the change of time and place of the meeting.

Formal 'suchana jari' (notice issued).

बैठकमा व्यक्त गरिएका धारणाहरू व्यक्तिगत थिए।

The views expressed in the meeting were personal.

Noun 'dharana' (view/opinion).

संवैधानिक परिषदको बैठकले रिक्त पदहरूको पूर्ति गर्ने अपेक्षा गरिएको छ।

The Constitutional Council meeting is expected to fill the vacant positions.

High-level administrative language.

बैठकको कार्यविधिमाथि व्यापक परिमार्जनको आवश्यकता देखिएको छ।

There is a need for extensive revision of the meeting's procedures.

Formal word 'karyavidhi' (procedure).

बैठकको निष्कर्षले राष्ट्रिय राजनीतिमा नयाँ तरंग पैदा गरेको छ।

The conclusion of the meeting has created a new wave in national politics.

Metaphorical language 'taranga' (wave).

बैठकमा उपस्थित हुन नसक्नुको कारण स्पष्टीकरणमा मागिएको छ।

The reason for not being able to attend the meeting has been asked for in the explanation.

Nominalization 'nasaknu'.

बैठकको गरिमा कायम राख्नु सबै सहभागीको दायित्व हो।

Maintaining the dignity of the meeting is the responsibility of all participants.

Abstract noun 'garima' (dignity).

बैठकको निर्णय कार्यान्वयनको चरणमा पुगेको छ।

The decision of the meeting has reached the implementation stage.

Phrase 'karyanvayan ko charan'.

बैठकको समयसीमा थप गर्ने विषयमा विवाद उत्पन्न भयो।

A dispute arose regarding the extension of the meeting's time limit.

Compound 'samayasima' (time limit).

बैठकको पारदर्शिता सुनिश्चित गर्न भिडियो रेकर्डिङ गरियो।

Video recording was done to ensure the transparency of the meeting.

Formal word 'pardarshita' (transparency).

تلازمات شائعة

बैठक बोलाउनु

बैठक बस्नु

बैठक स्थगित गर्नु

बैठक कोठा

बैठक भत्ता

बैठकको निर्णय

आकस्मिक बैठक

वार्षिक बैठक

बैठकको अध्यक्षता

बैठक कक्ष

العبارات الشائعة

बैठक चलिरहेको छ

बैठक बस्ने समय

बैठकको माइन्युट

बैठक डाक्नु

बैठकमा सहभागी हुनु

बैठकको कार्यसूची

बैठक टुंगिनु

बैठकको प्रस्ताव

बैठक भत्ता

बैठक स्थल

يُخلط عادةً مع

बैठक vs भेट (Bhet)

Bhet is a casual meeting with a person; Baithak is a formal session.

बैठक vs सभा (Sabha)

Sabha is a large assembly; Baithak is usually a smaller committee or session.

बैठक vs कोठा (Kotha)

Kotha is just a room; Baithak Kotha is specifically the living/reception room.

تعبيرات اصطلاحية

"बैठक तातनु"

Literally 'the meeting getting hot', meaning the discussion has become very heated or intense.

बहसले गर्दा बैठक तातियो।

Informal/Journalistic

"बैठकको बिट मार्नु"

To wrap up or conclude a meeting formally.

अध्यक्षले बैठकको बिट मार्नुभयो।

Formal

"बैठक खानु"

Slang for just attending a meeting for the sake of the allowance (bhatta) without contributing.

उनी बैठक खान मात्र जान्छन्।

Slang

"बैठकले निकास दिनु"

For a meeting to provide a solution or a way forward.

आशा छ यो बैठकले निकास दिनेछ।

Journalistic

"बैठकको मुड"

The general atmosphere or feeling of the meeting.

आज बैठकको मुड राम्रो छैन।

Neutral

"बैठक लम्बिनु"

For a meeting to drag on longer than expected.

छलफलले गर्दा बैठक लम्बियो।

Neutral

"बैठक तुहिनु"

For a meeting to fail or end without any result.

सहमति नहुँदा बैठक तुहियो।

Formal/Literary

"बैठक फत्ते गर्नु"

To successfully complete a difficult meeting.

हामीले आजको बैठक फत्ते गर्यौं।

Informal

"बैठकमा घम्साघम्सी"

A heavy verbal clash or intense disagreement in a meeting.

बैठकमा दुई पक्षबीच घम्साघम्सी भयो।

Journalistic

"बैठकको मेसो"

The arrangement or the 'knack' of the meeting.

उनलाई बैठकको मेसो मिलाउन आउँछ।

Colloquial

سهل الخلط

बैठक vs भेटघाट

Both involve meeting people.

Bhetghat is social and informal. Baithak is formal and task-oriented.

साथीसँग भेटघाट भयो, तर अफिसमा बैठक भयो।

बैठक vs छलफल

Both involve talking.

Chhalphal is the act of discussion. Baithak is the event where discussion happens.

बैठकमा धेरै छलफल भयो।

बैठक vs भेला

Both involve a group.

Bhela is a mass gathering or rally. Baithak is a structured session.

आम भेला र समितिको बैठक फरक हुन्।

बैठक vs गोष्ठी

Both are formal gatherings.

Gosthi is specifically a seminar or workshop. Baithak is a general meeting.

हामीले शैक्षिक गोष्ठीमा भाग लियौं।

बैठक vs वार्ता

Both involve negotiation.

Varta is high-level dialogue/negotiation. Baithak is a standard meeting.

शान्ति वार्ताका लागि बैठक बस्यो।

أنماط الجُمل

आज [Noun] छ।

आज बैठक छ।

[Time] मा बैठक छ।

दुई बजे बैठक छ।

[Reason] को लागि बैठक बोलाइयो।

छलफलको लागि बैठक बोलाइयो।

बैठकले [Decision] गर्ने निर्णय गर्यो।

बैठकले बजेट पास गर्ने निर्णय गर्यो।

बैठकमा [Topic] माथि गहन छलफल भयो।

बैठकमा सुरक्षामाथि गहन छलफल भयो।

बैठकको निष्कर्ष [Conclusion] रहेको छ।

बैठकको निष्कर्ष सकारात्मक रहेको छ।

म [Location] मा छु।

म बैठकमा छु।

बैठक [Adjective] थियो।

बैठक लामो थियो।

عائلة الكلمة

الأسماء

الأفعال

الصفات

مرتبط

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frequency

Extremely frequent in professional and daily life.

أخطاء شائعة

Using 'baithak' for meeting a friend. → Sathi-lai bhetne.
Baithak is for formal sessions; Bhet is for individuals.
Saying 'baithak garne' instead of 'baithak basne'. → Baithak basne.
'Basne' (sitting) is the idiomatic verb used with meetings.
Pronouncing it as 'Bay-thak'. → Ba-ee-thak (Buy-thak).
The 'ai' diphthong should sound like the 'i' in 'bite'.
Confusing 'baithak' with 'sabha' in small groups. → Baithak.
Sabha is for massive crowds; Baithak is for smaller, focused groups.
Thinking 'baithak' only means meeting. → Can also mean 'living room'.
Context determines if it's the room or the event.

نصائح

Tea is Mandatory

If you are organizing a 'baithak' in Nepal, always ensure there is tea for the participants. It is a sign of respect.

Use 'Basnu'

Always try to use the verb 'basnu' (to sit) with 'baithak'. It makes your Nepali sound much more authentic.

Compound Words

Learn words like 'baithak-bhatta' (meeting fee) to understand the professional landscape better.

Aspirate the 'Th'

Make sure to blow a little air when saying the 'th' in 'baithak'. It's not a hard 't'.

Consensus Matters

In a Nepali 'baithak', the goal is often 'sahamati' (consensus) rather than a quick majority vote.

Agenda

Use the word 'karyasuchi' for agenda in a formal 'baithak' to impress your colleagues.

Sanskrit Roots

Remembering it comes from 'sitting' helps you remember the word 'basnu' goes with it.

News Keywords

When you hear 'Mantriparishad' on the news, listen for 'baithak' immediately after it.

Formal Letters

When inviting someone to a meeting, use 'बैठकमा उपस्थितिको लागि' (For presence in the meeting).

Polite Interruptions

If you must speak, say 'बैठकमा मेरो एउटा कुरा छ' (I have something to say in the meeting).

احفظها

وسيلة تذكّر

Think of 'Buy a Talk'. A meeting is where you 'buy' into ideas through 'talk'. Baithak sounds like 'Buy-Talk'.

ربط بصري

Visualize a circle of people sitting on traditional Nepali mats (gundri) having a serious discussion.

Word Web

Meeting Sitting Living Room Discussion Decision Agenda Minutes Chairperson

تحدٍّ

Try to use 'baithak' in three different contexts: a work meeting, a room in a house, and a political event.

أصل الكلمة

Derived from the Sanskrit word 'उपवेशन' (upaveśana) meaning 'sitting', through the Prakrit and eventually into Nepali as 'Baithak'. It shares roots with the Hindi word 'Baithak'.

المعنى الأصلي: A place to sit or the act of sitting.

Indo-Aryan

السياق الثقافي

Always respect the 'Adhyaksha' (Chairperson) of the baithak. Interrupting can be seen as very rude.

In English, meetings are often strictly timed. In Nepal, a 'baithak' might start late and go longer than scheduled.

The 'Bhardari Baithak' (the council of nobles in the Rana era). The 'सर्वदलीय बैठक' (All-party meeting) frequently mentioned in Nepali politics. Literary 'Baithaks' where poets gather to recite work.

تدرّب في الحياة الواقعية

سياقات واقعية

Office

बैठक सुरु गरौं।
एजेन्डा के हो?
माइन्युट लेख्नुहोस्।
बैठक सकियो।

Politics

संसदको बैठक
दलीय सहमति
आकस्मिक बैठक
निर्णय सार्वजनिक गर्नु

Home

बैठक कोठामा बस्नुहोस्।
पाहुना बैठकमा हुनुहुन्छ।
कोठा सफा गर्नुहोस्।
टिभी बैठकमा छ।

Community

टोलको बैठक
सरसफाइ बैठक
चन्दा उठाउने बैठक
सबै आउनुहोस्

School

शिक्षक बैठक
अभिभावक बैठक
नतिजा बैठक
प्रधानाध्यापकको बैठक

بدايات محادثة

"तपाईंको बैठक कस्तो भयो? (How was your meeting?)"

"आज कतिवटा बैठक छन्? (How many meetings are there today?)"

"बैठक कहाँ हुँदैछ? (Where is the meeting happening?)"

"के म बैठकमा आउन सक्छु? (Can I come to the meeting?)"

"बैठकको मुख्य विषय के हो? (What is the main subject of the meeting?)"

مواضيع للكتابة اليومية

आजको बैठकमा तपाईंले के सिक्नुभयो? (What did you learn in today's meeting?)

तपाईंलाई बैठकहरू किन मन पर्छ वा पर्दैन? (Why do you like or dislike meetings?)

एउटा सफल बैठक कस्तो हुनुपर्छ? (What should a successful meeting be like?)

तपाईंले कहिल्यै बैठकको अध्यक्षता गर्नुभएको छ? (Have you ever presided over a meeting?)

तपाईंको सपनाको बैठक कोठा कस्तो हुन्छ? (What does your dream living room look like?)

الأسئلة الشائعة

10 أسئلة

Yes, 'baithak' or 'baithak kotha' is the standard term for a formal living room in a Nepali house. However, in modern cities, many people just use 'living room' or 'hall.'

'Baithak' is a formal meeting with an agenda, while 'bhetghat' is a casual social gathering with friends or family.

You can say 'मेरो बैठक छ' (Mero baithak cha) or 'आज एउटा बैठक छ' (Aaja euta baithak cha).

Yes, you can say 'अनलाइन बैठक' (Online baithak) or 'भर्चुअल बैठक' (Virtual baithak).

It literally means 'to sit a meeting,' which is the natural way to say 'to attend' or 'to have' a meeting in Nepali.

Usually an 'Adhyaksha' (Chairperson) or 'Sanchalak' (Director) calls a meeting.

In modern Nepali, nouns like 'baithak' are treated as gender-neutral (neuter), though historically some might have assigned gender.

No, for a doctor's appointment, you would use 'appointment' (loan word) or 'bhetne samaya' (time to meet).

They are called 'baithak ko nirnaya' or simply the loan word 'minutes' (माइन्युट).

Yes, it is one of the most common words in Nepali news, especially regarding politics and government.

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