अभिमानी en 30 segundos
- Abhimani means arrogant or conceited in Hindi, derived from the Sanskrit root for pride.
- It is a negative adjective used to describe someone with an inflated ego or vanity.
- The word is invariant, meaning it does not change based on gender or number.
- It is distinct from 'Swabhimani,' which means having positive self-respect and dignity.
The Hindi word अभिमानी (Abhimānī) is a nuanced adjective primarily used to describe someone who possesses an excessive sense of self-importance, pride, or arrogance. To understand this word deeply, one must first look at its root, Abhimān. In the Sanskrit-derived vocabulary of Hindi, Abhimān typically refers to pride. However, unlike the English word 'pride,' which can be positive (as in 'I am proud of your achievement'), Abhimān and its adjectival form Abhimānī lean heavily toward the negative spectrum of egoism and vanity. When you call someone Abhimānī, you are suggesting that their pride has crossed the boundary into arrogance, making them look down upon others or overestimate their own worth.
- Core Concept
- The term encapsulates a state of mind where an individual is consumed by their own status, wealth, or knowledge, leading to a dismissive attitude toward others. It is often used in moralizing contexts in Indian literature and daily life to warn against the fall that follows such an attitude.
- Etymological Root
- Derived from 'Abhi' (towards/excessive) and 'Mān' (thought/opinion/respect). Literally, it suggests an 'excessive opinion of oneself.'
वह अपनी संपत्ति के कारण बहुत अभिमानी हो गया है। (He has become very arrogant because of his wealth.)
In social settings, Abhimānī is a label often given to people who refuse to acknowledge their mistakes or who act with a sense of entitlement. It is common in Hindi cinema (Bollywood) and traditional storytelling where the 'villain' or the 'antagonist' is often portrayed as an Abhimānī character who eventually faces a downfall. Interestingly, the word is slightly more formal and literary than the colloquial Ghamandī. While Ghamandī is what you might say to a friend or in a casual argument, Abhimānī might appear in a newspaper editorial, a speech, or a classic novel to describe a historical figure's hubris.
एक अभिमानी व्यक्ति कभी दूसरों की सलाह नहीं मानता। (An arrogant person never listens to others' advice.)
You will also encounter this word when discussing the difference between 'Self-respect' and 'Arrogance.' In Hindi, Swābhimān (Self-respect) is a virtue, whereas Abhimān (Arrogance) is a vice. A person who is Swābhimānī is respected for their dignity, but a person who is Abhimānī is shunned for their ego. This distinction is vital for learners to avoid mischaracterizing someone's personality. When you want to criticize someone's ego, use Abhimānī; when you want to praise their dignity, use Swābhimānī.
- Register and Tone
- Formal to Semi-Formal. It is used more in written texts or serious discussions than in street slang.
राजा का अभिमानी व्यवहार उसकी हार का कारण बना। (The king's arrogant behavior caused his defeat.)
Using अभिमानी correctly requires understanding its role as an adjective. In Hindi grammar, adjectives usually precede the noun they modify or follow the subject when used with a linking verb like 'is' (hai) or 'was' (tha). Because it ends in 'ī' (ई), many learners mistakenly think it only applies to females. However, Abhimānī is an invariant adjective in terms of gender; it stays the same whether you are describing a man, a woman, or a group of people. This makes it relatively easy to use once you memorize the word itself.
- Describing a Subject
- When you want to say 'Someone is arrogant,' the structure is: [Subject] + [Abhimānī] + [Auxiliary Verb]. For example: 'Rohan abhimānī hai' (Rohan is arrogant).
वह लड़की बहुत अभिमानी है, किसी से बात नहीं करती। (That girl is very arrogant; she doesn't talk to anyone.)
You can also use it to modify a noun directly. For instance, 'An arrogant leader' would be Abhimānī netā. In this position, it provides a specific quality to the noun that follows. It is often paired with intensifiers like bahut (very) or atyant (extremely) to emphasize the level of arrogance. In literary Hindi, you might see it used to describe abstract concepts like 'arrogant mind' (abhimānī man) or 'arrogant speech' (abhimānī vāṇī).
हमें अभिमानी लोगों से दूर रहना चाहिए। (We should stay away from arrogant people.)
In more complex sentences, Abhimānī can be part of a causal clause. For example, 'Being arrogant, he lost his friends.' In Hindi, this would be: Abhimānī hone ke kāraṇ, usne apne mitr kho diye. Here, hone ke kāraṇ (due to being) connects the state of being arrogant to the consequence. This is a common way to use the word in storytelling and moral lessons. It is also frequently used in the negative to advise someone: Abhimānī mat bano (Don't be arrogant).
- Comparison of Intensity
- Abhimānī is slightly more 'polished' than Ghamandī. If you are writing a formal essay or a professional critique, Abhimānī is the preferred choice to maintain a sophisticated tone.
क्या तुम उसे एक अभिमानी व्यक्ति मानते हो? (Do you consider him an arrogant person?)
While अभिमानी is a standard Hindi word, its frequency varies across different contexts. You are most likely to hear it in formal speeches, news broadcasts, educational settings, and traditional Indian media. For instance, in a Hindi news debate, a commentator might describe a politician's attitude as Abhimānī to suggest they are out of touch with the common people. It carries a certain weight of intellectual criticism that simpler words lack.
रामायण में रावण को एक अभिमानी राजा के रूप में दिखाया गया है। (In the Ramayana, Ravana is depicted as an arrogant king.)
In the realm of Indian television dramas (soaps), the word is a staple. Characters often accuse each other of being Abhimānī during high-stakes emotional confrontations. It is a powerful word to use when a character's ego is the central theme of a conflict. Similarly, in schools and colleges, teachers might use this word in moral education classes (Naitik Shiksha) to teach students about the virtues of humility (Vinamratā) versus the vice of arrogance.
- Literary Context
- In Hindi literature (Sāhitya), authors like Premchand or Jaishankar Prasad used Abhimānī to describe the inner psychology of characters who struggle with their social standing or intellectual pride. It provides a window into the character's soul.
उसका अभिमानी स्वभाव उसे अकेला कर देगा। (His arrogant nature will make him lonely.)
In religious discourses (Pravachan), gurus and spiritual leaders frequently use Abhimānī to describe the 'Ego' that prevents a person from connecting with the divine. They might say that as long as one is Abhimānī, one cannot find peace. Therefore, the word has a strong moral and spiritual connotation in the Hindi-speaking world, extending far beyond a simple personality trait. Even in daily life, if someone is being particularly stubborn and 'stuck up,' an elder might use this word to gently (or sternly) reprimand them.
- Modern Slang Alternative
- While you won't hear Abhimānī in a Gen-Z slang conversation (they might use 'Egoistic' or 'Attitude'), it remains the gold standard for expressing this concept in standard Hindi.
सफलता मिलने पर अभिमानी नहीं होना चाहिए। (One should not become arrogant upon achieving success.)
One of the most frequent mistakes English speakers make when learning अभिमानी is confusing it with Swābhimānī. As mentioned earlier, Abhimānī is negative (arrogant), while Swābhimānī is positive (self-respecting). Calling someone Abhimānī when you mean to praise their dignity is a significant social faux pas. It's the difference between saying someone is 'full of themselves' versus 'having self-worth.'
- The Gender Trap
- Learners often try to change the ending to 'ā' for males (Abhimānā) or pluralize it as 'Abhimāne.' Remember: Abhimānī is an invariant adjective. It does not change its form based on the noun it modifies.
Incorrect: वे लोग अभिमानी हैं। (Actually, this is correct! The mistake is trying to change it to 'Abhimāne'.)
Another common error is the confusion between Abhimānī and Ghamandī. While they are synonyms, using Abhimānī in a very casual, slang-heavy conversation can sound a bit 'stiff' or overly dramatic. It's like using the word 'haughty' in a casual chat with friends instead of 'stuck up.' Conversely, using Ghamandī in a formal speech might sound too informal. Understanding the register is key to sounding natural.
गलत: वह एक अभिमानी काम है। (Wrong: That is an arrogant work. Adjectives like this usually apply to people or behaviors, not inanimate objects.)
Lastly, learners sometimes struggle with the pronunciation of the 'bh' sound. It is an aspirated 'b.' If you pronounce it as a simple 'b' (as in 'Ab-imani'), it might be harder for native speakers to recognize the word immediately. Practice the breathy 'bh' to ensure clarity. Also, ensure the final 'ī' is long and clear. A short 'i' sound at the end can change the perception of the word's quality.
- Usage with 'Hona'
- When saying 'to become arrogant,' use the verb honā (to be/become). Example: Abhimānī bannā (to become arrogant) is also common and implies a transformation.
सावधानी: 'अभिमानी' को 'स्वाभिमानी' समझकर किसी की तारीफ न करें। (Caution: Do not praise someone by confusing 'Abhimani' with 'Swabhimani'.)
Hindi is rich with words that describe various shades of pride and arrogance. Depending on the context—whether you are describing a small child's boastfulness or a tyrant's hubris—you might want to choose a different word than अभिमानी. Here is a breakdown of the most common alternatives and how they differ in flavor and intensity.
- Ghamandī (घमंडी)
- This is the most common colloquial synonym. It is used in everyday speech and is slightly more insulting/blunt than Abhimānī. If a kid is acting spoiled, you'd call them Ghamandī.
- Ahankārī (अहंकारी)
- This word is more intense and formal. It relates to 'Ahankār' (the ego). It is often used in religious or philosophical contexts to describe someone whose very soul is clouded by ego.
- Magrūr (मगरूर)
- Of Urdu origin, this word adds a poetic or sophisticated touch. It is frequently heard in Ghazals and Bollywood songs. It implies a certain 'haughtiness' or 'aloofness' due to pride.
तुलना: अभिमानी (Standard) बनाम घमंडी (Casual) बनाम अहंकारी (Philosophical).
On the opposite side, if you want to express pride in a positive way, you should use words like Garvit (Proud) or Gauravshālī (Glorious). For example, 'I am proud of my country' would be Mujhe apne desh par garv hai. You would NEVER say Main abhimānī hūn to mean you are proud of your country, as that would imply you are arrogant about it in a negative way.
विपरीत शब्द: विनम्र (Humble) - यह अभिमानी का सबसे सटीक विलोम है। (Opposite: Humble - this is the most accurate antonym of Abhimani.)
In summary, choose Abhimānī for standard, slightly formal descriptions of arrogance. Choose Ghamandī for casual insults, Ahankārī for deep-seated ego, and Magrūr for a poetic touch. Always remember the positive counterpart Swābhimānī to avoid offending someone you actually intended to respect.
How Formal Is It?
Dato curioso
In ancient texts, 'Abhimān' wasn't always negative. It could mean 'affection' or 'attachment.' However, in modern Hindi, it has solidified into a term for negative pride.
Guía de pronunciación
- Pronouncing 'bh' as a simple 'b' (Ab-imani).
- Shortening the final 'i' sound (Abhiman-i).
- Missing the nasal quality if present in regional dialects (though not standard here).
- Over-emphasizing the first 'a'.
- Pronouncing 'mā' too short.
Nivel de dificultad
Easy to recognize in texts due to its distinct 'bh' and 'm' sounds.
Requires correct spelling of the 'bh' and 'n' sounds.
Aspiration of 'bh' can be tricky for English speakers.
Must distinguish from similar sounding words like 'Abhiman'.
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Invariant Adjectives
Abhimani remains 'Abhimani' for masculine, feminine, singular, and plural.
Aspirated Consonants
The 'bh' in Abhimani must be pronounced with a puff of air.
Tatsam Words
Abhimani follows Sanskrit rules of derivation.
Adjective Placement
Usually comes before the noun (Abhimani Ladka) or after the subject (Ladka Abhimani hai).
Causal Verbs
Using 'Bana dena' (to make) with Abhimani (Use abhimani bana diya).
Ejemplos por nivel
वह लड़का अभिमानी है।
That boy is arrogant.
Simple subject + adjective + verb structure.
अभिमानी मत बनो।
Don't be arrogant.
Imperative sentence using 'mat' for prohibition.
क्या तुम अभिमानी हो?
Are you arrogant?
Interrogative sentence starting with 'Kya'.
मेरा दोस्त अभिमानी नहीं है।
My friend is not arrogant.
Negative sentence using 'nahi'.
वह एक अभिमानी राजा था।
He was an arrogant king.
Past tense 'tha' with an adjective-noun phrase.
अभिमानी लोग अच्छे नहीं होते।
Arrogant people are not good.
Plural subject 'log' with 'hote' for general truth.
वह बहुत अभिमानी है।
He is very arrogant.
Use of 'bahut' as an intensifier.
यह अभिमानी लड़की कौन है?
Who is this arrogant girl?
Interrogative with 'kaun'.
अमीर होने के बाद वह अभिमानी हो गया।
He became arrogant after becoming rich.
Use of 'hone ke baad' (after being/becoming).
उसका व्यवहार बहुत अभिमानी था।
His behavior was very arrogant.
Possessive 'uska' modifying 'vyavhar' (behavior).
अभिमानी व्यक्ति के कोई मित्र नहीं होते।
An arrogant person has no friends.
Genitive case 'ke' showing possession/relation.
वह अपनी सुंदरता पर अभिमानी है।
She is arrogant about her beauty.
Use of 'par' (on/about) to show the cause of pride.
हमें अभिमानी नहीं होना चाहिए।
We should not be arrogant.
Use of 'chahiye' for obligation/advice.
उसकी बातें अभिमानी लगती हैं।
His words sound arrogant.
Verb 'lagti' (seem/sound).
क्या तुम उस अभिमानी आदमी को जानते हो?
Do you know that arrogant man?
Objective case with 'ko'.
वह एक अभिमानी खिलाड़ी है।
He is an arrogant player.
Adjective modifying 'khiladi' (player).
सफलता ने उसे अभिमानी बना दिया है।
Success has made him arrogant.
Causal construction 'bana diya' (has made).
अभिमानी होने के कारण उसने अपनी नौकरी खो दी।
He lost his job due to being arrogant.
Compound preposition 'hone ke karan' (due to being).
वह जितना सफल होता है, उतना ही अभिमानी बनता जाता है।
The more successful he becomes, the more arrogant he gets.
Correlative 'jitna... utna ही' (the more... the more).
उसका अभिमानी स्वभाव सबको परेशान करता है।
His arrogant nature troubles everyone.
Subject 'svabhav' (nature) with verb 'pareshan karna'.
हमें अभिमानी और स्वाभिमानी के बीच का अंतर समझना चाहिए।
We should understand the difference between being arrogant and self-respecting.
Use of 'ke beech ka antar' (difference between).
वह अभिमानी तो है, लेकिन दिल का बुरा नहीं है।
He is arrogant, but he is not a bad person at heart.
Contrastive conjunction 'lekin'.
किसी को भी इतना अभिमानी नहीं होना चाहिए।
No one should be so arrogant.
Indefinite pronoun 'kisi ko bhi' (anyone/no one).
उसकी अभिमानी मुस्कान मुझे पसंद नहीं आई।
I didn't like his arrogant smile.
Adjective modifying 'muskan' (smile).
उसका अभिमानी रवैया उसके पतन का मुख्य कारण बना।
His arrogant attitude became the main cause of his downfall.
Formal vocabulary: 'ravaiya' (attitude), 'patan' (downfall).
एक अभिमानी व्यक्ति अक्सर दूसरों की भावनाओं की अनदेखी करता है।
An arrogant person often ignores the feelings of others.
Adverb 'aksar' (often) and 'andekhi karna' (to ignore).
साहित्य में अभिमानी पात्रों का अंत अक्सर बुरा होता है।
In literature, arrogant characters often have a bad end.
Locative 'sahitya mein' (in literature).
उसने बड़े अभिमानी ढंग से मेरी मदद ठुकरा दी।
He rejected my help in a very arrogant manner.
Adverbial phrase 'abhimani dhang se' (in an arrogant way).
शक्तिशाली लोग अक्सर अभिमानी हो जाते हैं।
Powerful people often become arrogant.
Generalization using 'ho jate hain'.
उसके अभिमानी व्यवहार ने टीम का मनोबल गिरा दिया।
His arrogant behavior lowered the team's morale.
Compound verb 'gira diya' (dropped/lowered).
वह अपनी उपलब्धियों को लेकर काफी अभिमानी है।
He is quite arrogant about his achievements.
Phrase 'ko lekar' (regarding/about).
क्या ज्ञान किसी को अभिमानी बना सकता है?
Can knowledge make someone arrogant?
Modal 'sakata hai' (can).
उसका अभिमानी व्यक्तित्व उसकी बौद्धिक क्षमताओं पर भारी पड़ता है।
His arrogant personality outweighs his intellectual abilities.
Idiomatic 'bhari padna' (to outweigh/overshadow).
इतिहास गवाह है कि अभिमानी शासकों का साम्राज्य कभी टिका नहीं।
History is witness that the empires of arrogant rulers never lasted.
Complex clause starting with 'itihas gawah hai'.
वह अपनी वंशावली को लेकर अत्यंत अभिमानी है।
He is extremely arrogant about his lineage.
High-level vocabulary: 'vanshavali' (lineage), 'atyant' (extremely).
अभिमानी मन सत्य को स्वीकार करने में असमर्थ होता है।
An arrogant mind is incapable of accepting the truth.
Abstract subject 'abhimani mann' (arrogant mind).
उनकी अभिमानी चुप्पी किसी भी शब्द से अधिक चुभने वाली थी।
Their arrogant silence was more piercing than any word.
Comparative 'se adhik' (more than) with 'chubhne wali' (piercing).
सत्ता के गलियारों में अभिमानी लोग अक्सर पाए जाते हैं।
Arrogant people are often found in the corridors of power.
Metaphorical 'satta ke galiyare' (corridors of power).
उसने अपनी अभिमानी प्रवृति के कारण कई सुअवसर गँवा दिए।
He lost many great opportunities due to his arrogant tendency.
Formal 'pravriti' (tendency) and 'suavasar' (good opportunities).
ज्ञान का अभाव नहीं, बल्कि आधा ज्ञान ही मनुष्य को अभिमानी बनाता है।
It is not the lack of knowledge, but half-knowledge that makes a man arrogant.
Correlative 'nahi... balki' (not... but rather).
उसका अभिमानी अहंकार उसकी आत्मा की उन्नति में सबसे बड़ी बाधा है।
His arrogant ego is the greatest obstacle in the progress of his soul.
Philosophical register: 'atma ki unnati' (soul's progress).
एक अभिमानी दार्शनिक विरोधाभास के समान होता है।
An arrogant philosopher is like a contradiction in terms.
Use of 'virodhabhas' (paradox/contradiction).
वह अपनी विद्वत्ता के मद में इतना अभिमानी हो गया है कि उसे तर्क सुनाई नहीं देते।
He has become so arrogant in the intoxication of his scholarship that he cannot hear logic.
Metaphorical 'mad' (intoxication/pride).
अभिमानी चेतना अक्सर वास्तविकता का विकृत चित्रण करती है।
An arrogant consciousness often creates a distorted portrayal of reality.
Academic terms: 'chetna' (consciousness), 'vikrit' (distorted).
उनकी लेखनी में एक प्रकार का अभिमानी लालित्य झलकता है।
A kind of arrogant elegance is reflected in his writing style.
Literary 'lekhni' (writing/pen) and 'lalitya' (elegance).
क्या यह संभव है कि कोई राष्ट्र सामूहिक रूप से अभिमानी हो जाए?
Is it possible for a nation to become collectively arrogant?
Sociological 'samoohik roop se' (collectively).
उसकी अभिमानी भंगिमा ने बिना कुछ कहे ही उसका तिरस्कार व्यक्त कर दिया।
His arrogant posture expressed his contempt without saying a word.
Formal 'bhangima' (posture/gesture) and 'tiraskar' (contempt).
विनाशकाले विपरीत बुद्धि, अभिमानी व्यक्ति के लिए चरितार्थ होती है।
The proverb 'perversion of mind at the time of destruction' holds true for an arrogant person.
Sanskrit proverb 'Vinashkale Viprit Buddhi' used in Hindi.
Colocaciones comunes
Frases Comunes
— To be or become arrogant. Used to describe a state of being.
सफलता पाकर अभिमानी मत होना।
— To possess an arrogant nature inherently.
वह जन्म से ही अभिमानी स्वभाव का है।
Se confunde a menudo con
Swabhimani is positive self-respect; Abhimani is negative arrogance.
Ghamandi is the casual version; Abhimani is more formal.
Ahankari is deep spiritual ego; Abhimani is often situational pride.
Modismos y expresiones
— To be extremely proud or arrogant. Literally 'to climb to the sky.'
नौकरी क्या मिली, वह तो आसमान पर चढ़ गया है।
Informal— To have one's head in the clouds of pride. Literally 'brain on the seventh sky.'
उसका दिमाग सातवें आसमान पर है, किसी को कुछ नहीं समझता।
Informal— To be so proud that one's feet don't touch the ground.
जीत के बाद उसके पैर ज़मीन पर नहीं पड़ रहे।
Informal— To be completely shattered/consumed by pride.
वह अपने पैसे के घमंड में चूर है।
Neutral— Pride goes before a fall. Literally 'the head of pride is low.'
अंत में रावण का वध हुआ, सच है कि अहंकार का सिर नीचा होता है।
Literary— To be concerned with one's pride or prestige (can be positive or negative).
वह अपनी नाक ऊँची रखने के लिए कुछ भी कर सकता है।
Neutral— To be blinded (often by pride or greed).
उसके अभिमान ने उसकी आँखों पर पर्दा डाल दिया है।
Neutral— To praise oneself excessively. Self-boasting.
वह हमेशा अपने मुँह मियाँ मिट्ठू बनता रहता है।
Informal— To think too much of oneself or a small achievement.
वह छोटी सी सफलता को पहाड़ समझकर अभिमानी हो गया है।
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Sounds similar and shares the root 'Abhiman'.
Swabhimani is a virtue (dignity), while Abhimani is a vice (arrogance).
वह एक स्वाभिमानी मजदूर है जो भीख नहीं माँगता।
They mean the same thing.
Ghamandi is more common in street Hindi; Abhimani is used in books and news.
किताब में उसे अभिमानी लिखा गया है।
Both mean arrogant.
Ahankari implies a total loss of humility; Abhimani can be about a specific thing.
रावण अहंकारी था।
Synonyms.
Magrur is Urdu-origin and sounds more poetic.
उसकी मगरूर अदाएं।
Both relate to pride.
Garvit is positive (feeling proud); Abhimani is negative (being arrogant).
पिता अपने पुत्र पर गर्वित हैं।
Patrones de oraciones
वह [adj] है।
वह अभिमानी है।
[Noun] [Reason] के कारण अभिमानी है।
वह अपनी सुंदरता के कारण अभिमानी है।
अभिमानी होने के नाते, [Clause]
अभिमानी होने के नाते, उसने मेरी बात नहीं सुनी।
उसका [Noun] अभिमानी लगता है।
उसका व्यवहार अभिमानी लगता है।
[Abstract Noun] को अभिमानी बनाना
शक्ति इंसान को अभिमानी बना देती है।
जितना... उतना ही अभिमानी
वह जितना अमीर हुआ, उतना ही अभिमानी बन गया।
अभिमानी [Noun] का [Result]
अभिमानी राजा का पतन निश्चित था।
बिना किसी [Noun] के अभिमानी होना
वह बिना किसी कारण के अभिमानी है।
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Common in literature and formal speech; moderate in daily conversation.
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Using 'Abhimani' as a positive 'proud'.
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Using 'Garvit' or 'Garv'.
If you say 'I am Abhimani of my son,' it sounds like you are arrogant because of him, which is weird.
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Saying 'Abhimana' for a man.
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Saying 'Abhimani'.
Adjectives ending in 'i' like this are often invariant in Hindi.
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Confusing 'Abhimani' with 'Swabhimani'.
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Using 'Swabhimani' for self-respect.
This is the most common and dangerous mistake for learners.
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Pronouncing it as 'Ab-imani'.
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Pronouncing 'Abhi-mani'.
The 'bh' must be aspirated for correct Hindi phonetics.
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Using it for animals without personification.
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Using it only when attributing human traits to animals.
It describes a human psychological state.
Consejos
No Gender Change
Don't try to change 'Abhimani' to 'Abhimana' for men. It stays 'Abhimani' for everyone.
Choose the Register
Use 'Ghamandi' with friends and 'Abhimani' in your Hindi essays or exams.
Respect the Difference
Always double-check if you mean 'Abhimani' (Arrogant) or 'Swabhimani' (Dignified). It matters a lot!
Aspirate the 'Bh'
The 'bh' sound is what makes the word recognizable. Practice saying 'B-h-i'.
Pair with 'Hona'
Use the verb 'hona' (to be) or 'banna' (to become) with this adjective.
Use as a Modifier
Place it right before the noun to add character, e.g., 'Abhimani Neta' (Arrogant Leader).
Be Careful
Calling a superior 'Abhimani' is very risky and can be seen as a direct insult.
Look for the Root
When you see 'Abhiman,' 'Abhimani,' or 'Abhimanpurvak,' you know the topic is about pride.
Story Method
Associate the word with the story of the Rabbit and the Tortoise.
Memorízalo
Mnemotecnia
Think of 'Abhi' (Now) and 'Mānī' (Money). Someone who gets 'Now Money' (Abhimani) often becomes 'Arrogant.'
Asociación visual
Imagine a person standing on a high pedestal, looking down at everyone with a magnifying glass, thinking they are huge and others are ants.
Word Web
Desafío
Try to find three characters in a movie you watched recently who could be described as 'Abhimani' and write a sentence for each.
Origen de la palabra
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'Abhimānin' (अभिमानिन्). It is a Tatsam word, meaning it has been taken directly from Sanskrit into Hindi without significant change in spelling.
Significado original: In Sanskrit, it means 'having a high opinion of oneself' or 'possessing pride.'
Indo-AryanContexto cultural
Avoid using this word for someone who is simply confident. It is a strong word for negative arrogance.
While English speakers might use 'proud' positively, they must be careful with 'Abhimani' as it is almost never a compliment.
Practica en la vida real
Contextos reales
In a story
- अभिमानी राजा
- अभिमानी शेर
- सबक सिखाना
- घमंड टूटना
At work
- अभिमानी बॉस
- सहयोग न करना
- टीम वर्क
- रवैया
In a relationship
- ईगो की समस्या
- बात न सुनना
- माफी न माँगना
- अभिमान
Spiritual talk
- अहंकार छोड़ना
- विनम्रता अपनाना
- मन की शांति
- अभिमान का त्याग
Sports
- ओवरकॉन्फिडेंस
- प्रतिद्वंद्वी का सम्मान
- हार का कारण
- अभिमानी खिलाड़ी
Inicios de conversación
"क्या तुम्हें लगता है कि सफलता लोगों को अभिमानी बना देती है?"
"तुम्हारे विचार में अभिमानी और स्वाभिमानी में क्या अंतर है?"
"क्या तुमने कभी किसी अभिमानी व्यक्ति के साथ काम किया है?"
"फिल्मों में अभिमानी पात्रों को हमेशा बुरा क्यों दिखाया जाता है?"
"हम अपने भीतर के अभिमानी स्वभाव को कैसे कम कर सकते हैं?"
Temas para diario
आज मैंने एक व्यक्ति को देखा जो बहुत अभिमानी था। उसके व्यवहार के बारे में लिखें।
क्या कभी मुझे अपनी किसी उपलब्धि पर अभिमानी महसूस हुआ? उस अनुभव का वर्णन करें।
विनम्रता और अभिमान के बीच के संघर्ष पर एक छोटा लेख लिखें।
एक कहानी लिखें जिसका मुख्य पात्र एक अभिमानी राजकुमार हो।
समाज में अभिमानी लोगों के प्रभाव पर अपने विचार व्यक्त करें।
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasIt is not a 'curse word,' but it is a negative description. Calling someone 'Abhimani' is a way to criticize their personality and ego.
Yes, 'Abhimani' is an invariant adjective. It stays the same for all genders. For example, 'Woh ladki abhimani hai' is correct.
'Abhiman' is usually negative pride or arrogance. 'Garv' is positive pride, like being proud of your country or your child's success.
Yes, it is more formal than 'Ghamandi.' You will find it in newspapers, books, and formal speeches.
You can say 'Abhimani mat bano' or 'Ghamand mat karo.'
No, it is almost exclusively used for people or their behaviors (like 'Abhimani vyavhar').
The most common opposite is 'Vinamra' (Humble).
Yes, it is a Tatsam word derived from the Sanskrit 'Abhimanin'.
Yes, very often. There is even a famous movie called 'Abhimaan' about the ego of a singer.
It is an aspirated 'b.' Close your lips for 'b' and release them with a sudden puff of air.
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Describe an 'Abhimani' person you know in three sentences.
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Write a short dialogue between a humble person and an 'Abhimani' person.
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How does 'Abhiman' lead to a person's downfall? Explain in 50 words.
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Translate to Hindi: 'He became arrogant after winning the lottery.'
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Write a paragraph about the difference between 'Abhimani' and 'Swabhimani'.
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Describe a movie character who is 'Abhimani'.
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Translate to Hindi: 'Arrogance is a hurdle in the path of knowledge.'
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Write five sentences using the word 'Abhimani' in different contexts.
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Compare 'Abhimani' with 'Ghamandi' in a short paragraph.
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Write a moral lesson for children about being 'Abhimani'.
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Translate to Hindi: 'His arrogant smile made everyone uncomfortable.'
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Write a letter to a friend advising them not to be 'Abhimani' after success.
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Describe the 'Abhimani' behavior of a king in a story.
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Translate to Hindi: 'Why are you so arrogant about your grades?'
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Write a poem of 4 lines using the word 'Abhimani'.
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Translate to Hindi: 'An arrogant person never learns from his mistakes.'
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Write a formal critique of an 'Abhimani' leader.
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Describe how 'Abhiman' affects teamwork.
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Translate to Hindi: 'Don't be arrogant; be humble.'
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Write a story title starting with 'Abhimani'.
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Pronounce 'Abhimani' correctly with aspiration on 'bh'.
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Say 'He is an arrogant man' in Hindi.
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Say 'Don't be arrogant' in Hindi.
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Explain the difference between 'Abhimani' and 'Swabhimani' out loud.
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Use 'Abhimani' in a sentence about a politician.
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Say 'Success made him arrogant' in Hindi.
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Talk for 30 seconds about an arrogant character from a book.
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Pronounce 'Abhimanpurvak' clearly.
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Ask someone: 'Are you arrogant about your money?' in Hindi.
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Say 'I like humble people, not arrogant people' in Hindi.
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Describe your boss using the word 'Abhimani' (hypothetically).
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Say 'His arrogant behavior is very bad' in Hindi.
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Debate: Can arrogance ever be good? Use 'Abhimani'.
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Tell a short story about an Abhimani lion.
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Say 'Arrogance is the enemy of friendship' in Hindi.
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Explain the root of the word 'Abhimani' in Hindi.
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Say 'She is arrogant because of her beauty' in Hindi.
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Say 'No one likes an arrogant person' in Hindi.
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Use 'Abhimani' in a sentence with 'Lekin' (But).
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Say 'Don't be arrogant, be a good student' in Hindi.
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Listen to the word: 'Abhimani'. Is the 'bh' sound aspirated?
Listen to the sentence and identify if 'Abhimani' is used: 'Vah bahut vinamra hai.'
Listen and identify the subject: 'Vah abhimani neta hai.'
Listen to the tone: Is the speaker being critical or praising?
Listen and translate: 'Abhimani mat bano.'
Distinguish between 'Abhimani' and 'Swabhimani' in a recording.
Listen to a story and count how many times 'Abhimani' is used.
Listen and identify the reason for arrogance: 'Vah apni buddhi par abhimani hai.'
Listen and write the adjective: 'Uska vyavhar abhimani tha.'
Listen and identify the synonym: 'Ghamandi'.
Listen and identify the antonym: 'Vinamra'.
Listen to a formal speech and catch the word 'Abhimani'.
Listen and translate: 'Saphaltā ne use abhimānī banā diyā.'
Listen and identify the gender: 'Vah ladki abhimani hai.'
Listen to the pronunciation error: 'Ab-imani' vs 'Abhimani'.
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Summary
The word 'Abhimani' (अभिमानी) is your go-to term for describing arrogance in a formal or literary sense. Remember that while 'pride' can be good in English, 'Abhiman' is almost always negative in Hindi. Example: 'Saphaltā ne use abhimānī banā diyā' (Success has made him arrogant).
- Abhimani means arrogant or conceited in Hindi, derived from the Sanskrit root for pride.
- It is a negative adjective used to describe someone with an inflated ego or vanity.
- The word is invariant, meaning it does not change based on gender or number.
- It is distinct from 'Swabhimani,' which means having positive self-respect and dignity.
No Gender Change
Don't try to change 'Abhimani' to 'Abhimana' for men. It stays 'Abhimani' for everyone.
Choose the Register
Use 'Ghamandi' with friends and 'Abhimani' in your Hindi essays or exams.
Respect the Difference
Always double-check if you mean 'Abhimani' (Arrogant) or 'Swabhimani' (Dignified). It matters a lot!
Aspirate the 'Bh'
The 'bh' sound is what makes the word recognizable. Practice saying 'B-h-i'.
Ejemplo
उसका अभिमानी स्वभाव किसी को पसंद नहीं आता।
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आभार
B1Gratitud o agradecimiento. 'Expreso mi gratitud' es 'Main aapka abhaar vyakt karta hoon'.
आभारी
A2Agradecido, obligado. Se usa para expresar gratitud en situaciones formales o serias.
आभारी होना
A2Estar agradecido; sentir o mostrar aprecio por algo recibido.
आभार सहित
B1Con gratitud; una forma muy educada y formal de dar las gracias en hindi.
आभारपूर्वक
B2Gratefully, thankfully, or with appreciation.
आभास होना
B1Tener una corazonada o intuición; percibir vagamente. Por ejemplo: 'Presentí el peligro.'
आग्रह
B1Insistence, earnest request; persistent demanding.
आघात
B1Choque, trauma, golpe. 'Fue un gran golpe (aaghat) emocional.' / 'El impacto (aaghat) de la crisis.'
आघात लगना
B1To be shocked; to be traumatized.
आघात पहुँचना
B1Estar profundamente conmocionado o traumatizado por un evento grave.
