धुला in 30 Sekunden
- Dhula is the Hindi adjective for 'washed'.
- It comes from the verb 'dhona' (to wash).
- It changes form: Dhula (masc), Dhuli (fem), Dhule (plural).
- It specifically refers to cleaning with water, not just looking tidy.
The Hindi word धुला (Dhula) is a versatile adjective that primarily describes something that has been washed or cleaned specifically using water and usually some form of detergent or soap. It is the perfective participle form of the verb धोना (Dhona), which means 'to wash.' In the Hindi language, cleanliness is not just a physical state but often a ritualistic or social one. When you use 'dhula,' you are emphasizing the process of purification through water. For an English speaker, the closest equivalent is 'washed' or 'laundered.' However, unlike the general English word 'clean' (which translates to साफ़ - Saaf), 'dhula' specifically implies that the item was dirty and has undergone a cleaning process with liquid. It is most commonly applied to clothing, kitchen utensils, hands, and floors.
- Grammatical Agreement
- As an adjective, 'dhula' must agree with the gender and number of the noun it modifies. For a masculine singular noun like 'kurta,' we use धुला (dhula). For a feminine noun like 'kameez' (shirt) or 'chadar' (sheet), it becomes धुली (dhuli). For masculine plural nouns like 'kapde' (clothes), it becomes धुले (dhule). This inflection is crucial for sounding natural in Hindi.
क्या यह शर्ट धुला है? (Is this shirt washed?)
In everyday Indian life, you will hear this word constantly. Whether you are asking the laundry worker (dhobi) if the clothes are ready, or checking if the vegetables have been rinsed before cooking, 'dhula' is your go-to term. It carries a sense of freshness and readiness. A 'dhula hua' (already washed) item is considered safe and hygienic for use. Culturally, the concept of washing is deeply rooted in the idea of removing 'jhootha' (pollution from food or touch) or 'gandagi' (dirt). Therefore, saying something is 'dhula' provides a level of reassurance that 'saaf' (clean) might not fully capture, as 'saaf' could simply mean it looks tidy, whereas 'dhula' guarantees it has met with water.
- Common Pairs
- You will often hear 'dhula-dhulaya' (धुला-धुलाया), which is a reduplicated form meaning 'completely washed and ready' or 'thoroughly cleaned.' This is used when you want to emphasize that no further work is needed.
मुझे धुले हुए फल चाहिए। (I want washed fruits.)
The word also finds its way into metaphorical speech. For instance, someone might be described as 'doodh ka dhula' (washed in milk), implying they are incredibly innocent or pure—though this is often used sarcastically to suggest the opposite. Understanding 'dhula' is a gateway to understanding the Hindi focus on physical and ritual purity, making it an essential part of an A2 learner's vocabulary. It bridges the gap between basic verbs and descriptive adjectives, allowing you to describe the state of objects in your environment with precision.
Using धुला (Dhula) correctly requires an understanding of its role as a perfective participle acting as an adjective. In Hindi, verbs can be turned into adjectives to describe the state resulting from an action. Since 'dhona' is the act of washing, 'dhula' describes the state of having been washed. This section will guide you through the syntactic structures where 'dhula' appears, focusing on noun-adjective agreement and its placement within sentences.
- The 'Hua' Addition
- Frequently, 'dhula' is followed by 'hua' (हुआ). This 'hua' acts as a state-marker. While 'dhula kapda' is 'washed cloth,' 'dhula hua kapda' emphasizes the 'state of being washed.' For most learners, adding 'hua' makes the sentence sound more idiomatic and clear. Remember that 'hua' also changes to 'hui' or 'hue' to match the noun.
मेज पर धुली हुई प्लेटें रखी हैं। (Washed plates are kept on the table.)
Let's look at the variations based on gender and number. If you are talking about a car (masculine), you say 'dhula' or 'dhule' (if plural). If you are talking about a spoon (chamach - feminine), you say 'dhuli.' In a sentence like 'I am wearing washed clothes,' the Hindi translation would be 'Maine dhule hue kapde pehne hain.' Here, 'dhule' is plural because 'kapde' is plural. Notice how the adjective precedes the noun it describes, just like in English.
- Placement and Emphasis
- 1. Attributive: Before the noun (e.g., Dhula kapda). 2. Predicative: After the noun (e.g., Kapda dhula hai). Both are common, but the predicative form is often used to confirm the status of an object.
बाहर धुले हुए कपड़े सूख रहे हैं। (Washed clothes are drying outside.)
One interesting aspect of 'dhula' is its use in commands or requests. If you want to ask someone to bring you washed vegetables, you would say, 'Mujhe dhuli hui sabziyan la kar do.' The use of the participle 'dhuli' ensures that the person understands you don't just want any vegetables, but specifically those that have already undergone the cleaning process. This distinction is vital in Indian kitchens where hygiene is paramount. By mastering these patterns, you move beyond simple verbs and start describing the world around you with the nuance of a native speaker.
The word धुला (Dhula) is ubiquitous in the Indian household and service industry. To truly understand its usage, one must look at the various social contexts where washing is a central activity. From the morning routine to the management of a large household, 'dhula' signals that a task has been completed and an object is ready for its next use. It is a word of transition—from dirty to ready.
- The Domestic Setting
- In a typical Indian home, you will hear a mother asking her child, 'Kya tumhare haath dhule hain?' (Are your hands washed?) before a meal. Or a husband asking his wife, 'Meri dhuli hui neeli shirt kahan hai?' (Where is my washed blue shirt?). These are daily occurrences where 'dhula' acts as a check for hygiene and organization.
मम्मी, क्या मेरी जींस धुली हुई है? (Mom, is my jeans washed?)
Another common place to hear this word is at the 'Dhobi Ghat' (traditional laundry) or with the local dry cleaner. When you go to pick up your laundry, the attendant might say, 'Saare kapde dhule hue hain' (All clothes are washed). In modern urban settings, this has shifted to conversations with domestic help. You might instruct someone, 'Bartan dhule hue hone chahiye' (The utensils should be washed). Here, 'dhula' serves as a standard of work quality.
- Religious and Ritual Contexts
- Washing is a spiritual act in India. Before entering a temple or performing a puja (prayer), one must have 'dhule hue pair' (washed feet). You will hear priests or elders emphasizing the need for 'dhule kapde' (washed clothes) for religious ceremonies, as unwashed clothes are considered 'ashuddh' (impure).
पूजा के लिए धुले हुए सफेद कपड़े पहनो। (Wear washed white clothes for the prayer.)
Finally, in the market, vendors often shout about 'dhuli hui dal' (washed pulses/lentils). In this context, 'dhuli' refers to lentils that have had their skins removed through a washing and processing method. So, when you buy 'Dhuli Moong Dal,' you are buying the yellow, skinless version. This shows how 'dhula' extends beyond just cleaning into the very categorization of food products in India. Listening for these variations will help you integrate more deeply into Hindi-speaking environments.
Even for intermediate learners, the word धुला (Dhula) can be tricky due to Hindi's strict gender-number agreement and the subtle distinction between 'washing' and 'cleaning.' Avoiding these common pitfalls will make your Hindi sound much more authentic and polished. Let's break down the most frequent errors made by English speakers.
- Mistake 1: Gender Mismatch
- The most common error is using 'dhula' as an invariable adjective. English speakers often say 'Dhula chadar' (Washed sheet), but 'chadar' is feminine. The correct form is धुली चादर (Dhuli chadar). Always check the gender of the noun before choosing between Dhula, Dhuli, or Dhule.
गलत (Wrong): धुला सब्जियां।
सही (Right): धुली हुई सब्जियां। (Washed vegetables.)
Another mistake is confusing the adjective 'dhula' with the verb 'dhoya' (washed - past tense). 'Maine kapda dhoya' means 'I washed the cloth.' 'Kapda dhula hai' means 'The cloth is washed.' Learners often mix these up, saying 'Kapda dhoya hai' when they mean the state of the cloth, which can sometimes be grammatically acceptable but changes the focus from the object's state to the action performed.
- Mistake 2: Overusing 'Dhula' for 'Saaf'
- Not everything that is 'saaf' (clean) is 'dhula' (washed). If you wipe a dusty table with a dry cloth, the table is 'saaf,' but it is not 'dhula.' Using 'dhula' in this context would sound strange to a native speaker. Reserve 'dhula' for things that have actually encountered water and soap.
गलत (Wrong): यह कमरा धुला है। (Unless you literally hosed it down.)
सही (Right): यह कमरा साफ़ है। (This room is clean.)
Finally, beware of the plural masculine form. Many learners forget to change 'dhula' to 'dhule' when referring to plural objects like 'kapde' (clothes) or 'hath' (hands). Saying 'Dhula hath' when referring to both hands is a common slip. Practicing these agreements through repetitive exercises is the best way to internalize these rules until they become second nature.
While धुला (Dhula) is the most common word for 'washed,' Hindi offers several synonyms and related terms that carry different nuances. Understanding these will help you choose the right word for the right situation, whether you are in a formal setting or a casual conversation.
- Saaf (साफ़) vs. Dhula
- As discussed, साफ़ (Saaf) is the general word for 'clean.' It can mean tidy, dust-free, or clear. While all 'dhula' items are ideally 'saaf,' not all 'saaf' items are 'dhula.' Use 'saaf' for rooms, windows, and clear skies. Use 'dhula' for laundry and dishes.
आसमान आज बिल्कुल साफ़ है। (The sky is very clear today.) - You cannot use 'dhula' here.
For more formal or literary contexts, you might encounter स्वच्छ (Swachh) or निर्मल (Nirmal). 'Swachh' is often used in government campaigns (like Swachh Bharat) and refers to hygiene and sanitation on a broader scale. 'Nirmal' is a poetic word, often used for water or the heart, meaning 'pure' or 'without blemish' (Ni + Mal = without dirt).
- Other Related Terms
- 1. कोरा (Kora): This refers to something brand new and unwashed. 2. मैला (Maila): The direct antonym, meaning dirty or soiled. 3. गंदा (Ganda): A more common word for dirty or bad.
यह कपड़ा कोरा है, अभी तक धुला नहीं है। (This cloth is new/unwashed; it hasn't been washed yet.)
In the context of food, specifically pulses, you will see 'dhuli' (washed) contrasted with 'chilka' (with skin). For example, 'Dhuli Urad Dal' vs 'Chilka Urad Dal.' Knowing these alternatives allows you to navigate grocery stores and menus with confidence. By comparing 'dhula' to its peers, you see that it occupies a specific niche of cleanliness achieved through effort and water, making it a powerful word in your Hindi toolkit.
How Formal Is It?
Wusstest du?
The word 'Dhobi' (washerman) comes from the same root. In ancient times, washing was a specialized communal task.
Aussprachehilfe
- Pronouncing 'dh' as a hard English 'd'.
- Using a long 'u' (oo) instead of a short 'u'.
- Ignoring the dental nature of the 'd' sound.
Schwierigkeitsgrad
Easy to recognize due to common root 'dho'.
Requires attention to gender/number endings.
Simple pronunciation, high frequency.
Very common in household contexts.
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Voraussetzungen
Als Nächstes lernen
Fortgeschritten
Wichtige Grammatik
Gender-Number Agreement
Dhula (M), Dhuli (F), Dhule (Plural).
Perfective Participle as Adjective
Using 'Dhula' to describe a state.
Use of 'Hua' as a state marker
Dhula hua vs simply Dhula.
Oblique Case changes
Dhule hue kapdon mein (In the washed clothes).
Reduplication
Dhula-dhulaya (Emphatic state).
Beispiele nach Niveau
धुला कपड़ा
Washed cloth
Masculine singular adjective-noun pair.
धुली शर्ट
Washed shirt
Feminine singular agreement.
धुले हाथ
Washed hands
Masculine plural agreement.
धुली प्लेटें
Washed plates
Feminine plural agreement.
क्या यह धुला है?
Is this washed?
Basic interrogative sentence.
यह धुला नहीं है।
This is not washed.
Simple negative sentence.
धुले हुए कपड़े लाओ।
Bring the washed clothes.
Imperative sentence with state-marker 'hue'.
मेरे हाथ धुले हैं।
My hands are washed.
Subject-complement agreement.
धुले हुए फल मेज पर हैं।
Washed fruits are on the table.
Adjective phrase 'dhule hue' modifying plural noun 'phal'.
क्या आपने धुली हुई दाल ली?
Did you take the washed lentils?
Using 'dhuli' to specify a type of food product.
मुझे धुली हुई चादर चाहिए।
I want a washed sheet.
Feminine singular agreement with 'chadar'.
ये बर्तन अभी धुले हैं।
These utensils are recently washed.
Present tense state.
धुले हुए कपड़ों में खुशबू है।
There is a fragrance in the washed clothes.
Postposition 'mein' used with adjective-noun phrase.
क्या यह धुला हुआ कुर्ता मेरा है?
Is this washed kurta mine?
Demonstrative pronoun 'yeh' with adjective 'dhula'.
सब्जियां धुली होनी चाहिए।
Vegetables should be washed.
Using 'honi chahiye' for requirement/obligation.
वह धुले हुए कपड़े सुखा रही है।
She is drying washed clothes.
Present continuous verb with an adjective phrase.
जब कपड़े धुले हुए हों, तभी उन्हें पहनना चाहिए।
One should wear clothes only when they are washed.
Conditional clause with 'jab... tab'.
उसने धुली हुई कमीज पर चाय गिरा दी।
He spilled tea on the washed shirt.
Transitive verb in past tense with an adjective phrase.
क्या सब कुछ धुला-धुलाया मिल सकता है?
Can I get everything already washed and ready?
Use of the compound 'dhula-dhulaya'.
धुले हुए फर्श पर मत चलो, वह अभी गीला है।
Don't walk on the washed floor; it's still wet.
Negative imperative with 'mat'.
मंदिर जाने से पहले हाथ-पैर धुले होने चाहिए।
Hands and feet must be washed before going to the temple.
Passive-like construction expressing a rule.
ये धुली हुई दालें सेहत के लिए अच्छी होती हैं।
These washed lentils are good for health.
General statement/habitual present.
धुले हुए कपड़ों की तह बना दो।
Fold the washed clothes.
Imperative with postposition 'ki'.
वह खुद को बहुत दूध का धुला समझता है।
He considers himself very pure (innocent).
Idiomatic usage of 'doodh ka dhula'.
बारिश के बाद पूरा शहर धुला-धुला सा लग रहा था।
After the rain, the whole city looked somewhat washed and clean.
Use of 'sa' for comparison/approximation.
क्या तुम्हें यकीन है कि ये फल अच्छी तरह धुले हुए हैं?
Are you sure these fruits are thoroughly washed?
Complex question with a subordinate clause.
धुले हुए कपड़ों को धूप में सुखाना सबसे अच्छा होता है।
It is best to dry washed clothes in the sun.
Gerundive structure as subject.
उसकी बातों से लगा जैसे उसका मन धुला हुआ हो।
It felt from his words as if his mind was cleansed.
Subjunctive mood with 'jaise'.
धुले हुए चावलों को दस मिनट के लिए भिगो दें।
Soak the washed rice for ten minutes.
Instructional imperative.
बिना धुले फल खाना खतरनाक हो सकता है।
Eating unwashed fruits can be dangerous.
Negative participle 'bina dhule' acting as an adjective.
सारे दाग निकल गए और कपड़ा बिल्कुल धुला हुआ निकला।
All stains were gone and the cloth came out perfectly washed.
Compound sentence with 'aur'.
वह अपनी धुली हुई छवि को बचाने की कोशिश कर रहा है।
He is trying to save his 'washed' (clean) image.
Metaphorical use in a political context.
गंगा के जल से धुला हुआ यह तट अत्यंत पवित्र माना जाता है।
This bank, washed by the waters of the Ganges, is considered extremely holy.
Passive participle phrase modifying 'tat' (bank).
कवि ने ओस से धुली हुई पंखुड़ियों का सुंदर वर्णन किया है।
The poet has beautifully described petals washed by dew.
Literary usage in a descriptive sentence.
उसकी आँखों में एक धुला हुआ सा सवेरा दिखाई दे रहा था।
A 'washed' (fresh/new) dawn was visible in her eyes.
Abstract metaphorical usage.
भ्रष्टाचार के आरोपों के बाद भी वह खुद को दूध का धुला बताता है।
Even after corruption charges, he calls himself 'washed in milk' (innocent).
Sarcastic idiomatic usage in a complex sentence.
धुली हुई स्मृतियाँ अक्सर मन को शांति देती हैं।
Cleansed memories often give peace to the mind.
Metaphorical use with abstract noun 'smritiyan'.
पहाड़ों की धुली हुई हवा में एक अलग ही ताजगी होती है।
There is a distinct freshness in the washed air of the mountains.
Using 'dhuli' for air/atmosphere (literary).
क्या यह सत्य नहीं कि दुख से धुला हुआ चरित्र ही मजबूत होता है?
Is it not true that a character washed (cleansed) by sorrow is the strongest?
Philosophical rhetorical question.
उसने अपनी धुली-धुलाई साख को एक ही झटके में खो दिया।
He lost his well-established (washed/clean) reputation in a single blow.
Metaphorical use of the compound 'dhuli-dhulayi'.
इतिहास के पन्नों पर अंकित वह घटना अब समय की धार से धुली प्रतीत होती है।
That event marked on the pages of history now seems washed away by the flow of time.
Advanced literary usage implying erosion/fading.
उसकी दार्शनिक दृष्टि में संसार एक धुला हुआ दर्पण मात्र था।
In his philosophical vision, the world was merely a washed (clean) mirror.
Metaphorical use in philosophical discourse.
क्षमा की वर्षा से धुला हुआ हृदय ही ईश्वर का निवास स्थान है।
A heart washed by the rain of forgiveness is the abode of God.
Highly formal/spiritual metaphor.
राजनीतिक गलियारों में कोई भी दूध का धुला नहीं रह गया है।
In the corridors of power, no one remains 'washed in milk' (untainted).
Cynical/Political idiom usage.
उसकी आवाज़ में एक धुली हुई स्पष्टता थी जो श्रोताओं को मंत्रमुग्ध कर देती थी।
There was a 'washed' (pure/clear) clarity in his voice that mesmerized the listeners.
Synesthetic use of the adjective.
महानगरीय कोलाहल में वह धुली हुई शांति अब दुर्लभ हो गई है।
That 'washed' (pure) peace has now become rare in the metropolitan clamor.
Contrast of abstract qualities.
धुली हुई चेतना के साथ ही हम सत्य का साक्षात्कार कर सकते हैं।
Only with a cleansed consciousness can we encounter the truth.
Technical term in spiritual philosophy.
उसकी कला में रंगों का धुला हुआ प्रयोग एक नया आयाम प्रस्तुत करता है।
The 'washed' (subtle/watercolor-like) use of colors in his art presents a new dimension.
Artistic/Technical description.
Häufige Kollokationen
Häufige Phrasen
Wird oft verwechselt mit
Saaf is general clean; Dhula is specifically washed with water.
Dhoya is the past tense verb (I washed); Dhula is the adjective (It is washed).
Rhyming word meaning 'open'. Don't mix up the 'dh' and 'kh' sounds.
Redewendungen & Ausdrücke
— To be perfectly innocent or beyond reproach (often used sarcastically).
तुम इतने भी दूध के धुले नहीं हो।
Colloquial— A clean or established reputation.
उसकी धुली-धुलाई साख मिट्टी में मिल गई।
Journalistic— Carefully chosen or clear words.
उसके धुले हुए शब्दों ने सबको प्रभावित किया।
FormalLeicht verwechselbar
Both come from 'dhona'.
Dhoya is the action performed by a subject. Dhula is the state of the object.
Maine kapda dhoya. Kapda dhula hai.
Both mean clean.
Saaf is broader. A room can be saaf but not dhula.
Kamra saaf hai. Kapda dhula hai.
Sounds similar.
Khula means open. Dhula means washed.
Darwaza khula hai. Kurta dhula hai.
Sounds similar.
Bhula means forgotten.
Main rasta bhula. Ye dhula hai.
Sounds similar.
Jhula means a swing.
Bachcha jhoole par hai. Chadar dhuli hai.
Satzmuster
Dhula [Noun]
Dhula kurta.
[Noun] dhula hai.
Kurta dhula hai.
Dhula hua [Noun]
Dhula hua phal.
Kya [Noun] dhula hai?
Kya glass dhula hai?
Mujhe dhula hua [Noun] chahiye.
Mujhe dhuli hui chadar chahiye.
[Noun] dhule hue hain.
Kapde dhule hue hain.
Bina dhula [Noun] mat [Verb].
Bina dhula phal mat khao.
[Noun] se dhula hua [Noun].
Ganga se dhula hua tat.
Wortfamilie
Substantive
Verben
Adjektive
Verwandt
So verwendest du es
Very high in domestic and food contexts.
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Dhula kapde
→
Dhule kapde
Plural nouns need the 'e' ending.
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Dhula chadar
→
Dhuli chadar
Chadar is feminine.
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Using 'dhula' for a swept floor.
→
Saaf farsh
Dhula implies water was used.
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Dhula sabziyan
→
Dhuli sabziyan
Sabzi is feminine.
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Maine dhula.
→
Maine dhoya.
Dhula is an adjective; dhoya is the past tense verb.
Tipps
Agreement
Always check the noun gender. Masc: Dhula, Fem: Dhuli.
Compound
Use 'dhula-dhulaya' to sound more fluent.
Rituals
Washing hands/feet is key before meals and prayers.
Aspiration
Don't forget the 'h' in 'dhula'. It's a breathy sound.
Laundry
Use it when talking to your laundry person (dhobi).
Saaf vs Dhula
Dhula = Water cleaning. Saaf = General cleaning.
State Marker
Add 'hua' for better flow in descriptions.
Dal
'Dhuli dal' means skinless lentils.
Sarcasm
Use 'doodh ka dhula' to tease someone acting too perfect.
Family
Connect it to 'dhona' (verb) and 'dhobi' (person).
Einprägen
Eselsbrücke
Think of 'Dhu' as 'Dew' (water) and 'La' as 'Laid' out to dry. Water-laid = Washed.
Visuelle Assoziation
Visualize a white kurta hanging on a line, dripping with water and smelling like fresh soap.
Word Web
Herausforderung
Try to label five things in your house today as 'dhula' or 'bina dhula' (unwashed).
Wortherkunft
Derived from the Sanskrit root 'dhav' (धाव्) meaning 'to wash' or 'to cleanse'.
Ursprüngliche Bedeutung: To make clean or pure through water.
Indo-AryanKultureller Kontext
Be careful when using 'dhula' with people; it's better to say 'nahaaya' (bathed) for persons, though 'dhula' can be used for hands/feet.
In the West, 'clean' is the default. In India, 'washed' (dhula) is a specific status checked before religious or social events.
Im Alltag üben
Kontexte aus dem Alltag
Laundry
- धुले कपड़े
- धोबी को देना
- मशीन में धुला
- धुलाई के पैसे
Kitchen
- धुले बर्तन
- धुली दाल
- सब्जियां धोना
- धुला हुआ गिलास
Hygiene
- हाथ धोना
- धुला चेहरा
- धुले पैर
- नहाया-धुला
Religion
- धुले वस्त्र
- चरण धोना
- पवित्र जल
- शुद्ध होना
Weather
- धुली हुई धूप
- धुला आसमान
- बारिश के बाद
- ताजगी
Gesprächseinstiege
"क्या मेरे धुले हुए कपड़े अलमारी में हैं?"
"क्या आपने ये सब्जियां अच्छी तरह धो लीं?"
"बाजार में धुली हुई मूंग दाल कितने की है?"
"क्या यहाँ कोई धोबी है जो कपड़े धुले हुए दे सके?"
"धुले हुए फर्श पर पैर मत रखना, अभी गीला है।"
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आज मैंने अपने सारे धुले हुए कपड़ों को व्यवस्थित किया। मुझे कैसा लगा?
बारिश के बाद शहर की धुली हुई सड़कों का वर्णन करें।
क्या आपको लगता है कि 'दूध का धुला' होना आज की दुनिया में संभव है?
अपने बचपन की किसी याद के बारे में लिखें जिसमें 'धुलाई' का जिक्र हो।
एक धुले हुए और एक नए (कोरे) कपड़े के बीच क्या अंतर महसूस होता है?
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10 FragenUsually no. Use 'saaf' for a room. Use 'dhula' only if you have literally washed the whole room with water.
They are mostly interchangeable, but 'dhula hua' emphasizes the state of being washed more strongly.
No, for people we say 'nahaya hua' (bathed). However, you can use 'dhula' for parts of the body like hands (dhule hath).
In the context of lentils, 'dhuli' means the skin has been removed by a washing process.
In some contexts, like 'dhula hua rang', it can imply the color has been washed out or faded.
It is an adjective derived from a verb (a participle).
You can say 'bina dhula' or 'ganda' (dirty).
It literally means 'washed in milk' and refers to someone who is very innocent or pure.
Yes, 'dhuli hui car' is correct.
No, it remains 'dhuli' for both singular and plural feminine nouns.
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Translate: 'The washed clothes are in the basket.'
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Translate: 'Are your hands washed?'
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Translate: 'I need a washed towel.'
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Write a sentence using 'dhuli hui sabziyan'.
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Translate: 'This shirt is not washed.'
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Translate: 'The floor is washed and clean.'
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Write a sentence using the idiom 'doodh ka dhula'.
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Translate: 'Washed fruits are better for health.'
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Translate: 'I am wearing washed clothes.'
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Translate: 'Is this glass washed?'
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Translate: 'The sky looks washed after rain.'
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Translate: 'Keep the washed dishes in the cupboard.'
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Translate: 'She is hanging the washed clothes.'
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Translate: 'Everything is already washed.'
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Translate: 'Unwashed hands spread germs.'
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Write a formal sentence using 'Swachh' instead of 'Dhula'.
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Translate: 'I bought washed moong dal.'
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Translate: 'Is the bedsheet washed?'
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Translate: 'He has a clean (washed) reputation.'
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Translate: 'Wash the dirty clothes.' (Use verb dhona)
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Say: 'Washed clothes' in Hindi.
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Ask: 'Is this washed?' in Hindi.
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Ask: 'Where is the washed shirt?' in Hindi.
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Say: 'Washed vegetables' in Hindi.
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Say: 'The dishes are washed.' in Hindi.
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Say: 'Bring the washed towel.' in Hindi.
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Say: 'I want washed fruit.' in Hindi.
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Say: 'Everything is washed.' in Hindi.
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Say: 'He is not innocent (idiom).' in Hindi.
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Say: 'Washed lentils' in Hindi.
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Say: 'The sky is washed.' in Hindi.
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Say: 'Washed and ready' in Hindi.
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Say: 'Is the car washed?' in Hindi.
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Listen and identify the noun: 'धुले हुए कपड़े अलमारी में हैं।'
Listen and identify the adjective: 'धुली हुई दाल लाओ।'
Listen and identify the state: 'बर्तन धुले हैं।' Are they dirty or washed?
Listen and identify the gender: 'धुली चादर।' Is chadar masc or fem?
Listen and identify the object: 'धुला हुआ गिलास मेज पर है।'
Listen and identify the count: 'धुले हुए फल।' Is it one or many fruits?
Listen: 'क्या हाथ धुले हैं?' What body part is mentioned?
Listen: 'धुली हुई सब्जियां फ्रिज में हैं।' Where are the vegetables?
Listen: 'सब कुछ धुला-धुलाया है।' Does the speaker sound stressed or relieved?
Listen: 'धुले फर्श पर मत चलो।' Is the floor dry or wet?
Listen: 'धुली मूंग दाल।' What type of dal is it?
Listen: 'धुले हुए कपड़ों की तह बना दो।' What should be done?
Listen: 'वह दूध का धुला नहीं है।' Is he innocent?
Listen: 'धुले बाल।' Is the hair clean?
Listen: 'धुली कमीज कहाँ है?' What is the speaker looking for?
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Summary
Always remember that 'dhula' is not just 'clean' (saaf), but 'washed.' If you want to ask for a clean glass in a restaurant, 'dhula glass' ensures it has been rinsed. Example: 'Mujhe dhula hua glass chahiye' (I want a washed glass).
- Dhula is the Hindi adjective for 'washed'.
- It comes from the verb 'dhona' (to wash).
- It changes form: Dhula (masc), Dhuli (fem), Dhule (plural).
- It specifically refers to cleaning with water, not just looking tidy.
Agreement
Always check the noun gender. Masc: Dhula, Fem: Dhuli.
Compound
Use 'dhula-dhulaya' to sound more fluent.
Rituals
Washing hands/feet is key before meals and prayers.
Aspiration
Don't forget the 'h' in 'dhula'. It's a breathy sound.
Beispiel
उसने धुले हुए कपड़े पहन लिए।
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आभूषण
B2Schmuck; persönliche Ornamente wie Halsketten, Ringe oder Armbänder.
आजकल
A2At the present time, in contrast with the past.
आँखें
A2Deine Augen sind wunderschön. (Your eyes are beautiful.)
आखिर में
B1Schließlich, nach einer langen Zeit oder Schwierigkeit.
आलमारी
B1Ein Schrank oder Kleiderschrank zur Aufbewahrung von Kleidung oder Büchern.
आराम करना
A1Ausruhen.
आत्मनिर्भर होना
B1To be self-reliant; to be independent.
आठवां
B2Eighth; constituting number eight in a sequence.
आधी रात
A2Mitternacht: Die exakte Zeit um 00:00 Uhr, der Beginn eines neuen Tages. Es ist die Mitte der Nacht.
आवश्यक होना
B2To be necessary, essential, or required.
