Significado
A distinct period in history, characterized by particular features.
Contexto cultural
The concept of 'Yug' comes from the four cosmic ages (Satya, Treta, Dvapara, Kali). We are currently said to be in 'Kali Yug', the age of darkness. Calling something a 'Naya Yug' can sometimes imply a hope of returning to 'Satya Yug' (the age of truth). Politicians frequently use 'Naya Yug' to signal a break from the past. The term 'Amrit Kaal' is a modern, highly Sanskritized variation used by the current administration to describe India's path to 2047. In the 1950s, a famous film called 'Naya Daur' (New Era) dealt with the conflict between man and machine (industrialization). This theme of 'New vs Old' is a staple of Indian storytelling. Younger Indians might use 'Naya Yug' ironically to describe a friend's sudden change in behavior or a new trend, though 'Naya Scene' is more common slang.
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Gender Alert
Remember 'Yug' is masculine. Never say 'Nayi Yug' even if you are a woman speaking!
Significado
A distinct period in history, characterized by particular features.
Sound like an expert
Use 'नया युग' when writing an essay about climate change or AI to instantly boost your formal register.
Gender Alert
Remember 'Yug' is masculine. Never say 'Nayi Yug' even if you are a woman speaking!
The 'Daur' Alternative
If you are watching a Bollywood movie, listen for 'Naya Daur'. It's the same meaning but sounds more romantic.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'नया युग'.
1947 में भारत के इतिहास में एक ____ की शुरुआत हुई।
The sentence needs the nominative masculine singular form.
Which sentence uses 'नया युग' correctly?
Choose the most natural sentence:
AI represents a monumental shift, making 'नया युग' appropriate.
Complete the dialogue.
A: क्या आपको लगता है कि इलेक्ट्रिक कारें भविष्य हैं? B: हाँ, यह परिवहन का ____ है।
Electric cars represent a major shift in transportation history.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Which situation best fits 'नया युग'?
Only the internet invention is a large enough event to be called a 'Yug'.
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Ayudas visuales
Yug vs. Zamana vs. Saal
Common 'Yug' Collocations
Science
- • परमाणु युग (Atomic)
- • अंतरिक्ष युग (Space)
History
- • स्वर्ण युग (Golden)
- • पाषाण युग (Stone)
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejercicios1947 में भारत के इतिहास में एक ____ की शुरुआत हुई।
The sentence needs the nominative masculine singular form.
Choose the most natural sentence:
AI represents a monumental shift, making 'नया युग' appropriate.
A: क्या आपको लगता है कि इलेक्ट्रिक कारें भविष्य हैं? B: हाँ, यह परिवहन का ____ है।
Electric cars represent a major shift in transportation history.
Which situation best fits 'नया युग'?
Only the internet invention is a large enough event to be called a 'Yug'.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasTechnically you could, but it sounds very dramatic. It's better to say 'जीवन का नया अध्याय' (A new chapter of life).
Not usually. It's mostly found in news, books, and formal speeches. In daily life, people say 'आजकल का ज़माना'.
There isn't a direct opposite, but you could say 'पुराना युग' (Old era) or 'बीता हुआ समय' (Past time).
It's 'Naya Yug' (singular). Use 'Naye Yug' if you are talking about multiple eras or using a postposition like 'Naye yug mein'.
You say 'अंतरिक्ष युग' (Antariksh Yug).
In mythology, yes. In modern Hindi, it just means a significant period, which could be decades or centuries.
No, that would be 'नया फैशन' or 'नया ट्रेंड'. 'Yug' is too big for fashion.
In songs and movies, yes. In textbooks and news, 'Naya Yug' is more common.
It means 'Golden Age', referring to a time of great achievement.
Yes, if you are talking about how the industry is changing. 'This is a new era for our industry.'
Frases relacionadas
स्वर्ण युग
specialized formGolden Age
युग-परिवर्तन
builds onChange of an era
आधुनिक युग
specialized formModern Era
नया दौर
synonymNew phase/era
पाषाण युग
specialized formStone Age
