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चौकी

chauki

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At the A1 level, you should learn 'Chauki' as a simple noun for a piece of furniture. Think of it as a 'small table' or 'low stool'. In India, people often sit on the floor, and they use a chauki to keep their plates or to sit on. You can use it in basic sentences like 'This is a chauki' (Yeh chauki hai). It is a feminine word, so use 'badi' (big) or 'chhoti' (small). You might also see 'Police Chauki' on the street; just know it means a small police office. Focus on the physical object first. It's usually made of wood. You can say 'Lakdi ki chauki' (Wooden chauki). Practice identifying it in pictures of Indian homes or temples.

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At the A2 level, you begin to use 'Chauki' in more functional sentences. You should be able to give and follow instructions using the word. For example, 'Put the book on the chauki' (Kitab chauki par rakho). You will also learn that 'Chauki' is the standard word for a police outpost. If you are lost in an Indian city, you might ask, 'Police chauki kahan hai?' (Where is the police outpost?). This level also introduces the plural form 'Chaukiyan'. You should understand that it is different from a 'Mez' (table) because it is much lower to the ground. It's a key word for describing a traditional Indian room layout.

At the B1 level, you can use 'Chauki' in cultural and social contexts. You should understand that a 'Mata ki Chauki' is a religious singing event. You might say, 'Kal hamare ghar Mata ki chauki hai' (Tomorrow there is a devotional event at our house). You will also start using compound words like 'Chauki-pehra' (guarding/patrolling). At this level, you should be comfortable with the feminine grammar of the word in various tenses. For example, 'Chauki purani thi' (The chauki was old). You can also describe the material and design, such as 'Sajai hui chauki' (A decorated chauki). You understand the hierarchy between a 'Chauki' and a 'Thana'.

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At the B2 level, 'Chauki' becomes part of your descriptive vocabulary for literature and formal reports. You can discuss the significance of the chauki in Indian rituals, explaining how it serves as a 'Singhasan' (throne) for deities. You might use the word in the context of traditional craftsmanship, discussing the 'Saharunpur ki carved chauki'. In administrative Hindi, you'll understand nuances like 'Chauki-in-charge'. You can also use the word metaphorically in stories to describe a place of watching or waiting. Your sentences will be more complex, such as 'Jab se naya police chauki bani hai, ilake mein suraksha badh gayi hai' (Since the new police outpost was built, security in the area has increased).

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At the C1 level, you possess a deep understanding of the word's etymology and its varied roles in different Hindi dialects. You can distinguish between a 'Chauki', 'Patla', and 'Pidhi' with ease, choosing the right word for the specific cultural nuance you wish to convey. You understand the historical evolution of the 'Chauki' from a simple seat to a symbol of local administration. You can use the word in academic discussions about Indian domestic architecture or religious practices. You are also aware of idiomatic uses or rare regional meanings, such as a group of four people or a specific measure in traditional music rhythms. Your usage is precise and context-aware.

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At the C2 level, you use 'Chauki' with the fluency of a native speaker, including its use in high-level literature, poetry, and legal-administrative documents. You can appreciate the word's role in the 'Chauki-Pehra' system of medieval India and how it transitioned into the modern police system. You can engage in complex debates about the preservation of traditional furniture-making or the sociological impact of local police outposts on community safety. You understand subtle puns or wordplay involving the root 'Chau' (four). The word is no longer just a vocabulary item but a cultural anchor in your command of the Hindi language, used effortlessly in both its most mundane and its most elevated forms.

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A low wooden stool or platform used for sitting or religious rituals in Indian households.
Commonly refers to a small police outpost or guard station in urban and rural areas.
A feminine noun in Hindi, often associated with words like 'Pooja' (prayer) or 'Police'.
Culturally significant as a seat for deities during festivals like Diwali and Ganesh Chaturthi.

The Hindi word चौकी (Chauki) is a versatile noun that primarily refers to a small, low-height wooden platform, stool, or table. Historically and culturally, it holds a significant place in Indian households, particularly in the context of traditional living where activities often take place closer to the floor. Unlike a standard western chair or table, a chauki is designed for a culture that values groundedness. It is typically square or rectangular, supported by four short legs, and can range from a simple, unadorned piece of wood to an intricately carved masterpiece used in religious ceremonies.

Primary Physical Meaning: A low wooden pedestal or seat used for sitting, eating, or placing sacred objects.

Beyond its physical form as furniture, chauki has a prominent administrative and security-related meaning. In modern India, a पुलिस चौकी (Police Chauki) refers to a police outpost or a sub-station. This usage stems from the historical practice of guards sitting on a raised platform (chauki) to keep watch over a territory or a gate. When you walk through an Indian city, you are more likely to hear the word in the context of law enforcement than furniture, though in rural or traditional settings, the furniture meaning remains dominant.

पूजा के लिए एक सुंदर लकड़ी की चौकी ले आओ। (Bring a beautiful wooden chauki for the prayer.)

In a domestic setting, the chauki is often the centerpiece of the Pooja Ghar (prayer room). It serves as the 'asana' or seat for deities. During festivals like Diwali or Ganesh Chaturthi, the idol is ceremoniously placed upon a chauki that has been covered with a red or yellow silk cloth. This elevates the sacred object above the floor level, showing respect. Furthermore, in traditional kitchens, a smaller version called a pidhi or patla is used as a seat while cooking or eating.

The word also appears in the context of music. In classical Indian music circles, a chauki can refer to a group of singers or a specific session of devotional singing, such as a 'Jagran ki Chauki'. This highlights the word's transition from a physical object (the platform where singers sit) to the event itself. Understanding this word requires recognizing that it bridges the gap between the mundane (a stool), the sacred (a pedestal for gods), and the civic (a police post).

Administrative Meaning: A small police station or guard post responsible for a specific local area.

शहर के मुख्य चौराहे पर एक पुलिस चौकी है। (There is a police outpost at the main crossroads of the city.)

Using चौकी (Chauki) correctly involves understanding its grammatical gender and the context of the sentence. Since it is a feminine noun ending in 'ee' (ई), adjectives and verbs associated with it must take the feminine form. For example, use purani (old) instead of purana, and rakhi hai (is kept) instead of rakha hai.

Agreement with Adjectives: Example: 'Sundar chauki' (Beautiful chauki) - here 'sundar' is neutral, but 'Chhoti chauki' (Small chauki) shows the 'ee' feminine ending.

When referring to the physical object, you will often use prepositions like par (on) or ke neeche (under). Because it is a low-profile item, people usually talk about putting things 'on' it or sitting 'on' it. In a sentence like "Keep the lamp on the chauki," you would say, "Diya chauki par rakho." The word transitions smoothly into the plural form चौकियां (Chaukiyan) when referring to multiple stools.

दादी माँ हमेशा लकड़ी की चौकी पर बैठकर खाना खाती हैं। (Grandmother always eats food while sitting on a wooden chauki.)

In its administrative sense, 'Chauki' is often paired with 'Police'. You will hear phrases like "Chauki-in-charge" (the officer in charge of the outpost). When using this in a sentence, the context usually involves reporting a crime or seeing a landmark. For instance, "I lost my wallet near the police chauki" translates to "Mera batua police chauki ke paas kho gaya." Note that even in this context, the word remains feminine.

Another interesting usage is in the phrase Chauki-pehra, which refers to the act of guarding or keeping watch. This is a compound noun. If you want to say "The guards are on watch," you might use this term. It evokes the image of a sentry standing at their post. This usage is more formal or literary and is frequently found in historical novels or news reports about security measures.

गाँव की सुरक्षा के लिए रात को चौकी-पहरा दिया जाता है। (To protect the village, a watch is kept at night.)

Verbal Pairings: Common verbs: 'Bichhana' (to spread/place), 'Sajana' (to decorate), 'Lagana' (to set up/install).

The word चौकी (Chauki) is heard across several distinct domains of Indian life. The most common place is within an Indian Home. If you are visiting a friend and they are setting up for a religious ceremony (Pooja), you will definitely hear someone ask for the chauki. It is the fundamental piece of furniture for any ritual. You might hear: "Chauki kahan rakhi hai?" (Where is the chauki kept?). This environment is usually informal and domestic.

The second major domain is the Urban Streetscape. In any Indian city or large village, the 'Police Chauki' is a landmark. People use it to give directions: "Take a left from the police chauki." In this context, the word is spoken with a sense of authority or as a geographical marker. In news broadcasts, reporters frequently mention that a suspect was taken to the local chauki for questioning. Here, the tone is formal and journalistic.

अगली चौकी पर जाकर रास्ता पूछ लो। (Go to the next outpost and ask for the way.)

A third, more spiritual domain is during Jagrans or Chowkis. In North India, particularly in Punjab and Delhi, a 'Mata ki Chauki' is a popular devotional event. It is a musical gathering where hymns (bhajans) are sung in praise of the Goddess. When someone says, "Humne Mata ki chauki rakhi hai" (We have organized a Mata ki chauki), they aren't talking about furniture; they are talking about a 3-4 hour religious event. This is a very specific cultural usage that a learner should be aware of to avoid confusion.

In the Furniture Market, if you go to a woodworker or a furniture store, you will use this word to describe a specific type of low table. You might specify the material, such as 'Saagwan ki chauki' (Teak wood chauki). Woodworkers in places like Saharanpur are famous for making carved chaukis that are exported worldwide. In this professional context, the word is used with technical precision regarding dimensions and wood quality.

Domain: Law Enforcement: Used to identify sub-stations that report to a larger 'Thana' (Police Station).

आज रात मोहल्ले में चौकी-पहरा कड़ा है। (The watch/patrol in the neighborhood is strict tonight.)

One of the most frequent mistakes learners make with चौकी (Chauki) is confusing it with other types of furniture like Mez (table) or Kursi (chair). A Mez is a standard-height table intended for use with chairs. A Chauki is specifically low and intended for floor-based activities. If you ask someone to bring a Mez for a prayer ceremony, it might be considered inappropriate because it's too high and westernized for traditional rituals.

Confusion with 'Chauk': Learners often mix up 'Chauki' with 'Chauk' (चौक). 'Chauk' means a courtyard or a public square/intersection. While they share the root 'Chau' (four), they are distinct nouns with different genders ('Chauk' is masculine).

Another common error is related to Grammatical Gender. Because 'Chauki' ends in the long 'ee' sound, it is feminine. Many learners mistakenly use masculine verbs or adjectives. For instance, saying "Bada chauki" instead of "Badi chauki" or "Chauki toot gaya" instead of "Chauki toot gayi." Consistently applying the feminine rules is key to sounding natural in Hindi.

Incorrect: यह पुलिस चौका बहुत दूर है।
Correct: यह पुलिस चौकी बहुत दूर है।

In the context of the police, learners sometimes use 'Chauki' and 'Thana' interchangeably. A Thana is a full-fledged police station with an SHO (Station House Officer) and the power to register FIRs (First Information Reports). A Chauki is a smaller outpost that falls under the jurisdiction of a Thana. Calling a major police station a 'Chauki' might sound like you are downplaying its size, while calling a tiny outpost a 'Thana' is technically inaccurate.

Finally, the term Mata ki Chauki can be confusing. If someone invites you to a Chauki, they are inviting you to a religious event, not to sit on a stool. Learners who don't know this might be surprised to find themselves in a large hall with hundreds of people singing. Always check the context: if 'Mata' (Mother/Goddess) precedes it, it's an event.

Misuse in Plural: The plural is 'Chaukiyan'. Some learners try to say 'Chaukis' (English style) or 'Chauke'. Stick to the standard Hindi pluralization for feminine nouns ending in 'ee'.

To broaden your Hindi vocabulary, it's helpful to compare चौकी (Chauki) with related words that describe sitting or surfaces. While Chauki is a general term, there are more specific words depending on the use case and regional dialects.

Patla (पटला): A 'Patla' is very similar to a chauki but is usually smaller and specifically used for sitting while bathing or eating. It is often made of wood or plastic today. While a chauki can be for gods, a patla is almost always for humans.
Pidhi (पीढ़ी): A 'Pidhi' is a traditional low stool made with a wooden frame and a woven seat (usually of jute or colorful strings). It is much more comfortable for sitting long periods than a hard wooden chauki.

If you are looking for alternatives in the administrative sense, the word थाना (Thana) is the most common. As mentioned before, a Thana is larger. Another word is नाका (Naka), which refers to a check-post or a roadblock where police verify vehicles. While a Chauki is a building/outpost, a Naka is specifically a point of inspection on a road.

Compare: 'Chauki' (Low stool) vs 'Mez' (Standard table) vs 'Singhasan' (Throne/Ornate pedestal for deities).

In literary Hindi, you might encounter the word पीठ (Peeth). While this literally means 'back', in a spiritual context, it refers to a seat of authority or a sacred center (like 'Shakti Peeth'). This is much more formal and abstract than the physical chauki. For a simple seat without legs, like a mat, you would use आसन (Aasan).

Finally, consider the word तिपाई (Tipai). This literally means 'three-legged' (Ti = three, Pai = legs). While a chauki almost always has four legs (Chau = four), a tipai is a tripod-style small table. Using these specific terms will make your Hindi sound much more descriptive and authentic.

Summary Comparison Table: Chauki: 4 legs, low, ritual/sitting. | Mez: High, dining/office. | Patla: Simple, for chores. | Pidhi: Woven, comfortable.

How Formal Is It?

Wusstest du?

The word 'Chauki' is a cousin of the word 'Chauk' (public square) and 'Chaukor' (square). All of them share the prefix 'Chau-' which means four.

Aussprachehilfe

UK /ˈtʃɔː.ki/

US /ˈtʃoʊ.ki/

Stress is on the first syllable 'Chau'.

Reimt sich auf

Lauki (Bottle gourd) Nauki (Obsolete) Roki (Stopped) Toki (Interrupted) Hoki (Hockey) Moki (Opportunity - regional) Doki (Regional) Choki (Slang)

Häufige Fehler

Pronouncing 'Ch' as 'Sh' (Shauki). It must be a hard 'Ch'.
Making the 'au' sound like 'oo' (Chooki).
Shortening the final 'ee' sound.

Schwierigkeitsgrad

Lesen 2/5

Easy to recognize with common characters.

Schreiben 3/5

Requires correct use of the 'au' vowel and 'k' with 'ee'.

Sprechen 2/5

Simple two-syllable word.

Hören 3/5

Must distinguish from 'Chauk' or 'Chauka'.

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Voraussetzungen

लकड़ी मेज़ बैठना पुलिस घर

Als Nächstes lernen

थाना सिपाही आसन नक्काशी सुरक्षा

Fortgeschritten

प्रशासन अधिकार क्षेत्र अनुष्ठान औपनिवेशिक

Wichtige Grammatik

Feminine nouns ending in 'ee' usually change to 'iyan' in plural.

चौकी -> चौकियाँ

Adjective agreement for feminine nouns.

बड़ी चौकी (Big stool)

Postpositions like 'par' do not change the singular form of 'Chauki'.

चौकी पर (On the stool)

Compound nouns with 'Police' remain feminine.

यह पुलिस चौकी अच्छी है।

Use of 'ki' for material specification.

चांदी की चौकी (Silver stool)

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यह एक छोटी चौकी है।

This is a small chauki.

Feminine singular noun with 'chhoti' (small).

चौकी लकड़ी की है।

The chauki is made of wood.

Use of 'ki' for possession/material.

वह पुलिस चौकी है।

That is a police outpost.

Demonstrative pronoun 'vah' (that).

चौकी पर बैठो।

Sit on the chauki.

Imperative sentence with 'par' (on).

मेरी चौकी कहाँ है?

Where is my chauki?

Possessive 'meri' (my) matching feminine 'chauki'.

यह चौकी साफ़ है।

This chauki is clean.

Adjective 'saaf' (clean).

एक चौकी लाओ।

Bring one chauki.

Simple command.

चौकी यहाँ रखो।

Keep the chauki here.

Adverb of place 'yahan' (here).

किताब को चौकी पर रख दो।

Keep the book on the chauki.

Compound verb 'rakh do'.

बाज़ार से एक नई चौकी खरीदो।

Buy a new chauki from the market.

Feminine adjective 'nai' (new).

पुलिस चौकी घर के पास है।

The police outpost is near the house.

Postpositional phrase 'ke paas' (near).

क्या यह चौकी भारी है?

Is this chauki heavy?

Interrogative sentence.

चौकी का रंग लाल है।

The color of the chauki is red.

Genitive 'ka' matching 'rang' (color).

हम चौकी पर खाना खाते हैं।

We eat food on the chauki.

Present habitual tense.

दो छोटी चौकियाँ ले आओ।

Bring two small chaukis.

Plural form 'chaukiyan'.

चौकी के नीचे क्या है?

What is under the chauki?

Postposition 'ke neeche' (under).

पूजा के लिए चौकी को फूलों से सजाओ।

Decorate the chauki with flowers for the prayer.

Instrumental 'se' (with).

कल रात मोहल्ले की चौकी पर बहुत भीड़ थी।

There was a lot of crowd at the neighborhood outpost last night.

Past tense 'thi' for feminine 'bheed'.

अगले हफ्ते हमारे यहाँ माता की चौकी है।

We have a Mata ki Chauki (devotional event) at our place next week.

Usage as a religious event.

यह चौकी पुरानी है लेकिन बहुत मज़बूत है।

This chauki is old but very strong.

Conjunction 'lekin' (but).

उसने पुलिस चौकी में अपनी शिकायत दर्ज कराई।

He registered his complaint at the police outpost.

Locative 'mein' (in/at).

कारीगर ने चौकी पर सुंदर नक्काशी की है।

The artisan has done beautiful carving on the chauki.

Present perfect tense.

बच्चे चौकी के चारों ओर खेल रहे हैं।

Children are playing around the chauki.

Postposition 'ke charon aur' (around).

क्या आपने कभी चौकी-पहरा दिया है?

Have you ever kept watch?

Compound noun 'chauki-pehra'.

मंदिर की मुख्य चौकी चांदी से मढ़ी हुई है।

The main pedestal of the temple is plated with silver.

Adjectival phrase 'madhi hui' (plated/covered).

पुलिस चौकी के पास एक संदिग्ध बैग मिला है।

A suspicious bag has been found near the police outpost.

Passive-like construction with 'mila' (found).

गाँव के बुजुर्ग शाम को बड़ी चौकी पर बैठकर चर्चा करते हैं।

The village elders sit on the large platform in the evening and discuss.

Present habitual with plural subject.

इस चौकी की बनावट मुग़लकालीन शैली की याद दिलाती है।

The design of this chauki reminds one of the Mughal era style.

Causative-like 'yaad dilati hai'.

चौकी-इंचार्ज ने मामले की जाँच शुरू कर दी है।

The outpost-in-charge has started the investigation of the case.

Compound title 'chauki-incharge'.

दीवाली पर लक्ष्मी पूजन के लिए नई चौकी लाना शुभ माना जाता है।

It is considered auspicious to bring a new chauki for Lakshmi Puja on Diwali.

Passive 'mana jata hai' (is considered).

भीड़ को नियंत्रित करने के लिए वहाँ एक अस्थायी चौकी बनाई गई।

A temporary outpost was set up there to control the crowd.

Adjective 'asthayi' (temporary).

संगीत समारोह में गायक लकड़ी की ऊँची चौकी पर बैठे थे।

In the music concert, the singers were sitting on a high wooden platform.

Past continuous state 'baithe the'.

प्रशासन ने सीमावर्ती क्षेत्रों में कई नई चौकियाँ स्थापित की हैं।

The administration has established several new outposts in the border areas.

Formal verb 'sthapit karna' (to establish).

सांस्कृतिक विरासत को बचाने के लिए इन पारंपरिक चौकियों का संरक्षण ज़रूरी है।

To save cultural heritage, the conservation of these traditional chaukis is necessary.

Abstract noun 'sanrakshan' (conservation).

कवि ने समाज की सुरक्षा को 'चौकी-पहरा' के रूपक से समझाया है।

The poet explained social security through the metaphor of 'chauki-pehra'.

Metaphorical usage 'rupak'.

भले ही वह एक छोटी चौकी हो, पर उसका धार्मिक महत्व बहुत अधिक है।

Even if it is a small stool, its religious significance is very high.

Concessive clause 'bhale hi... par'.

इलाके की शांति भंग होने पर पुलिस चौकी को तुरंत सूचित किया गया।

When the peace of the area was disturbed, the police outpost was immediately informed.

Formal passive construction.

नक्काशीदार चौकियों की मांग विदेशी बाज़ारों में तेज़ी से बढ़ रही है।

The demand for carved chaukis is increasing rapidly in foreign markets.

Complex subject with 'ki maang'.

इस शोध पत्र में पुलिस चौकियों की कार्यप्रणाली का विश्लेषण किया गया है।

In this research paper, the working system of police outposts has been analyzed.

Academic register.

प्राचीन काल में 'चौकी' शब्द का प्रयोग राजा के अंगरक्षकों के समूह के लिए भी होता था।

In ancient times, the word 'chauki' was also used for the group of king's bodyguards.

Historical context.

चौकी की प्रत्येक नक्काशी उस काल की सामाजिक-सांस्कृतिक चेतना को प्रतिबिंबित करती है।

Every carving of the chauki reflects the socio-cultural consciousness of that era.

High-level vocabulary 'pratibimbit' (reflects).

पुलिस चौकियों का विकेंद्रीकरण कानून-व्यवस्था को सुदृढ़ करने की दिशा में एक प्रभावी कदम है।

Decentralization of police outposts is an effective step towards strengthening law and order.

Political/Administrative terminology.

उसकी रचनाओं में 'चौकी' केवल एक वस्तु नहीं, बल्कि स्थिरता का प्रतीक बनकर उभरती है।

In his works, 'chauki' emerges not just as an object but as a symbol of stability.

Symbolism and nuanced expression.

औपनिवेशिक काल के दौरान चौकियों की संरचना में आए बदलावों का विस्तृत विवरण यहाँ मिलता है।

A detailed description of the changes in the structure of outposts during the colonial period is found here.

Historical analysis register.

भक्ति परंपरा में 'चौकी' लगाना केवल अनुष्ठान नहीं, बल्कि ईश्वर के प्रति समर्पण की अभिव्यक्ति है।

In the Bhakti tradition, setting up a 'chauki' is not just a ritual but an expression of devotion to God.

Philosophical/Religious discourse.

न्यायालय ने पुलिस चौकी के अधिकार क्षेत्र को लेकर एक महत्वपूर्ण टिप्पणी की।

The court made an important observation regarding the jurisdiction of the police outpost.

Legal register.

ग्रामीण अर्थव्यवस्था में इन हस्तशिल्प चौकियों का योगदान अतुलनीय रहा है।

The contribution of these handcrafted chaukis to the rural economy has been incomparable.

Economic analysis register.

साहित्यिक विमर्श में 'चौकी-पहरा' की अवधारणा को नागरिक सतर्कता से जोड़कर देखा जाता है।

In literary discourse, the concept of 'chauki-pehra' is seen in connection with civic vigilance.

Abstract conceptualization.

Häufige Kollokationen

लकड़ी की चौकी

पुलिस चौकी

पूजा की चौकी

चौकी-पहरा

चौकी इंचार्ज

माता की चौकी

नक्काशीदार चौकी

छोटी चौकी

चौकी बिछाना

चौकी पर बैठना

Häufige Phrasen

चौकी-बर्तन

— Domestic chores involving cleaning the seating area and utensils.

उसे चौकी-बर्तन का काम करना पसंद नहीं है।

चौकी मारना

— To sit firmly or take a position (slang/regional).

वह तो वहीं चौकी मार कर बैठ गया।

पुरानी चौकी

— An old stool or an old police post.

यह हमारी पुरानी चौकी है।

सरकारी चौकी

— A government outpost.

जंगल के रास्ते में एक सरकारी चौकी है।

सीमा चौकी

— A border outpost (Border Post).

सैनिक सीमा चौकी पर तैनात हैं।

चौकी सजाना

— To decorate the pedestal (usually for a god).

दिवाली पर हम चौकी सजाते हैं।

चौकी खाली करना

— To vacate a post or a seat.

पुलिस ने अस्थायी चौकी खाली कर दी।

नई चौकी

— A new stool or a newly established post.

शहर में एक नई चौकी खुली है।

चौकी बदलना

— To change the stool or to be transferred to another post.

उस सिपाही की चौकी बदल दी गई।

चौकी तक जाना

— To go up to the outpost.

तुम्हें पुलिस चौकी तक जाना होगा।

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चौकी vs चौक (Chauk)

Chauk is a public square (masculine), while Chauki is a stool or outpost (feminine).

चौकी vs चौका (Chauka)

Chauka refers to the kitchen area or a set of four (masculine).

चौकी vs चक्की (Chakki)

Chakki is a grinding stone or mill. Sounds similar but totally different.

Redewendungen & Ausdrücke

"चौकी चढ़ाना"

— To offer a seat to a deity in a ritualistic manner.

पंडित जी ने मूर्ति को चौकी चढ़ाया।

Religious

"अपनी चौकी जमाना"

— To establish one's influence or stay firmly in one place.

उसने दफ्तर में अपनी अच्छी चौकी जमा ली है।

Informal

"चौकी-चूल्हा"

— Referring to the entire household management, specifically the kitchen.

शादी के बाद उसका सारा समय चौकी-चूल्हे में बीतता है।

Domestic

"चौकी देना"

— To keep watch or guard.

रात भर चौकीदार ने घर के बाहर चौकी दी।

Formal

"चौकी पर बैठना"

— To take charge (metaphorically, like a judge or leader).

आज वह न्याय की चौकी पर बैठा है।

Literary

"चौकी गर्म करना"

— To sit idly for a long time (humorous).

काम करो, बस चौकी गर्म करने से कुछ नहीं होगा।

Slang

"चौकी से उतरना"

— To be demoted or removed from a position of authority.

गलती करने पर उसे अपनी चौकी से उतरना पड़ा।

Metaphorical

"चौकी का फेरा"

— Repeatedly visiting a police station or office for work.

बेचारे को कागज़ के लिए चौकी के कई फेरे लगाने पड़े।

Colloquial

"चौकी का कुत्ता"

— A person who is always hanging around a specific post or office (derogatory).

वह तो पुलिस चौकी का कुत्ता बन गया है।

Slang

"चौकी पर आना"

— To come to the point of watch or to arrive at the outpost.

मामला अब चौकी पर आ गया है।

Neutral

Leicht verwechselbar

चौकी vs मेज़

Both are surfaces to keep things.

Mez is high (table), Chauki is low (stool).

Mez par computer rakho, Chauki par bhagwan rakho.

चौकी vs कुर्सी

Both are things to sit on.

Kursi has a backrest, Chauki is a simple platform.

Kursi par aaram karo, Chauki par baithkar puja karo.

चौकी vs आसन

Both are used for sitting in prayer.

Aasan is usually a mat/cloth, Chauki is a wooden platform.

Aasan bichhao, Chauki lagao.

चौकी vs थाना

Both relate to police.

Thana is a main station, Chauki is a small outpost.

Thana bada hota hai, Chauki chhoti hoti hai.

चौकी vs पीढ़ी

Both are low stools.

Pidhi is woven with string, Chauki is solid wood.

Pidhi halki hoti hai, Chauki bhari hoti hai.

Satzmuster

यह [Noun] है।

यह चौकी है।

[Object] को चौकी पर रखो।

फल को चौकी पर रखो।

[Place] में एक पुलिस चौकी है।

बाज़ार में एक पुलिस चौकी है।

[Material] से बनी चौकी [Adjective] है।

चंदन से बनी चौकी कीमती है।

चौकी का [Abstract Noun] [Verb] है।

चौकी का धार्मिक महत्व सर्वविदित है।

यद्यपि [Clause], तथापि चौकी [Clause]।

यद्यपि वह एक साधारण चौकी है, तथापि उसकी बनावट अद्भुत है।

मेरे पास [Adjective] चौकी है।

मेरे पास लाल चौकी है।

क्या आप [Event] में आएँगे?

क्या आप माता की चौकी में आएँगे?

Wortfamilie

Substantive

चौकीदार (Watchman)

चौक (Square/Courtyard)

चौखट (Doorframe)

चौकोर (Square shape)

Verben

चौकन्ना होना (To be alert)

Adjektive

चौकोना (Four-cornered)

Verwandt

थाना

सिपाही

मेज़

आसन

पीढ़ी

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frequency

Very common in daily life, both for home and police contexts.

Häufige Fehler

Saying 'Bada Chauki'. → Badi Chauki.
Chauki is feminine; adjectives must match.
Using 'Chauki' for a dining table. → Mez.
A dining table is high; a chauki is low.
Confusing 'Chauki' with 'Chauk'. → Chauki (stool), Chauk (square).
They have different meanings and genders.
Writing 'Choki' instead of 'Chauki'. → Chauki (चौकी).
The 'au' vowel sound is distinct in Hindi.
Using 'Chauki' for a bed. → Palang or Takht.
A chauki is too small to be a bed.

Tipps

Sacred Seat

Never sit on a chauki that is specifically designated for a deity (Pooja Chauki). It is considered disrespectful.

Police Outpost

If you need help from the police in India, look for the word 'Chauki' on small buildings; they are often more accessible than large stations.

Feminine Rule

Always pair 'Chauki' with 'ki' (e.g., Lakdi ki chauki) and never 'ka'.

Size Matters

Use 'Chauki' for something small. If it's a large wooden platform, use 'Takht'.

Decoration

During festivals, it's common to cover a chauki with a 'Lal Kapda' (red cloth) before placing anything on it.

Landmarks

In rural India, the local chauki is often the social hub where news is shared.

The Number Four

The 'Chau' in Chauki means four. This helps you remember it has four legs.

Digital Outpost

Sometimes, 'Cyber Chauki' is used to refer to small digital help centers.

Jagran

In a Jagran (overnight vigil), the 'Chauki' is the most decorated part of the hall.

Reporting

To report a minor issue, go to a 'Chauki'. For a major crime, go to a 'Thana'.

Einprägen

Eselsbrücke

Think of a 'Chair' that is 'Low' and 'Key' (simple). Chair + Low + Key = Chauki.

Visuelle Assoziation

Imagine a small wooden square platform with four tiny legs, with a small golden statue of Ganesh sitting on it.

Word Web

Wood Four Legs Low Police Prayer Stool Seat Outpost

Herausforderung

Try to find 3 things in your house that you could place on a 'chauki' and name them in Hindi.

Wortherkunft

Derived from the Sanskrit word 'Chatush-ka' (चतुष्क), meaning 'consisting of four' or 'a quadrangular area'.

Ursprüngliche Bedeutung: A square place, a pedestal with four legs, or a group of four.

Indo-Aryan.

Kultureller Kontext

Always ensure a 'Pooja Chauki' is handled with clean hands, as it is used for sacred purposes.

The closest equivalent is a 'footstool' or a 'pedestal', but neither captures the religious and administrative weight of 'Chauki'.

Mata ki Chauki (Popular devotional event) Police Chauki (Common setting in Bollywood crime movies) Traditional Saharanpur Woodcraft

Im Alltag üben

Kontexte aus dem Alltag

At home

चौकी साफ़ करो
चौकी पर बैठो
नई चौकी लाओ
लकड़ी की चौकी

At a Police Station

चौकी कहाँ है?
चौकी इंचार्ज से मिलना है
रिपोर्ट लिखवानी है
पास वाली चौकी

During a Festival

पूजा की चौकी सजाओ
माता की चौकी
चौकी पर मूर्ति रखो
सुंदर चौकी

At a Furniture Shop

चौकी की कीमत क्या है?
मज़बूत चौकी दिखाइए
सागवान की चौकी
छोटी चौकी

Giving Directions

पुलिस चौकी के पास
चौकी से बाएँ मुड़ें
चौकी के पीछे
अगली चौकी

Gesprächseinstiege

"क्या आपके घर में लकड़ी की पुरानी चौकी है?"

"आपके इलाके की पुलिस चौकी कहाँ पर है?"

"क्या आप कभी 'माता की चौकी' में गए हैं?"

"पूजा के लिए कौन सी चौकी सबसे अच्छी होती है?"

"क्या आपको लगता है कि हर मोहल्ले में एक पुलिस चौकी होनी चाहिए?"

Tagebuch-Impulse

अपने घर की एक पुरानी चौकी के बारे में लिखें जो आपको पसंद है।

अगर आपको एक पुलिस चौकी का इंचार्ज बना दिया जाए, तो आप क्या करेंगे?

भारतीय घरों में 'चौकी' के महत्व पर एक छोटा लेख लिखें।

एक कहानी लिखें जहाँ एक रहस्यमयी चौकी मुख्य भूमिका में हो।

बताएं कि एक 'चौकी' और एक 'मेज़' में क्या अंतर होता है और आपको क्या पसंद है।

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It is a devotional event where people gather to sing hymns (bhajans) in praise of the Goddess. It usually lasts a few hours and involves a small decorated pedestal (chauki) where the deity's image is placed.

It is a feminine noun. You should use feminine adjectives like 'chhoti' and feminine verb forms like 'rakhi hai'.

Not really. A coffee table is usually called a 'Coffee Mez'. A 'Chauki' is much lower and typically used for sitting on the floor or religious purposes.

The plural is 'Chaukiyan' (चौकियाँ).

It means keeping watch or patrolling. It is often used to describe security arrangements in a village or neighborhood.

No, a 'Police Chauki' is a smaller outpost or sub-station. A full police station is called a 'Thana'.

Traditionally, it is made of wood (lakdi). However, modern versions can be made of metal or even plastic.

You would say: 'Ise chauki par rakho'.

The name comes from the Sanskrit 'Chatush-ka', referring to its four-sided or four-legged structure.

It is used in Hindi-speaking communities worldwide and is a common term in Nepal and among the Indian diaspora.

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