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बंद करना

A2 verb #800 más común 7 min de lectura

बंद करना

to close

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At the A1 level, 'band karnā' is a basic command word. You use it to tell someone to close the door (darvaza band karo) or turn off the light (light band karo). It is one of the first verbs you learn because it is essential for daily life. You don't need to worry about complex grammar yet; just focus on the imperative form 'band karo' (do it) or 'band kijiye' (please do it). It's like the English word 'close' or 'off'. You will see it on signs in shops or hear it from teachers in a classroom. It's a 'doing' word that connects an object (like a book) with the action of shutting it.

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At the A2 level, you start using 'band karnā' in different tenses. You can say 'Maine khidki band ki' (I closed the window) or 'Main kal dukān band karūngā' (I will close the shop). You begin to understand that this is a compound verb (band + karnā). You also learn the difference between 'band karnā' (to close something) and 'khulnā' (to open). You might use it to talk about your daily routine, like 'I turn off my alarm at 7 AM.' You are also introduced to the 'ne' rule in the past tense, where the verb matches the object's gender. This is where you start to see the logic of Hindi grammar through this common verb.

At the B1 level, you use 'band karnā' for more abstract ideas. You might talk about 'closing' a bank account or 'stopping' a bad habit. You understand the nuance of adding 'denā' to make it 'band kar denā,' which implies the action is finished completely or done for someone. You can handle more complex sentences like 'Jab main bāhar gayā, maine light band kar dī thī' (When I went out, I had turned off the light). You also start to distinguish it from 'roknā' (to stop motion) and 'bujhānā' (to extinguish). Your vocabulary expands to include common phrases like 'shor band karo' (stop the noise).

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At the B2 level, you use 'band karnā' in sophisticated ways, including passive constructions and conditional sentences. You might say, 'Agar tumne samay par dukān band kī hotī, to chor nahīn ātā' (If you had closed the shop on time, the thief wouldn't have come). You understand its use in media and news, such as 'Sarkār ne rāstā band kar diyā hai' (The government has closed the road). You are comfortable with the gender agreement in the past tense even with multiple objects. You also recognize the word in idiomatic expressions and can use it to express frustration or give firm instructions in a professional setting.

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At the C1 level, you appreciate the stylistic choices between 'band karnā' and its more formal counterparts like 'sthagit karnā' (adjourn) or 'samāpt karnā' (terminate). You can use 'band karnā' in literary contexts or formal debates. You understand the subtle difference in tone when someone uses 'band kar' versus 'band kijiye'. You can discuss complex social issues using the word, like 'closing the gap' between the rich and poor (though different words might be used, 'band karnā' can be part of the explanation). You are fully aware of the Persian roots of 'band' and how it functions in the wider Indo-Aryan linguistic family.

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At the C2 level, you have a native-like grasp of 'band karnā'. You can use it with perfect precision in any register, from slang to high literature. You understand the historical evolution of the word and its relationship to the concept of 'Bandh' (political strikes). You can use it metaphorically to describe the 'closing' of a mind or the 'shutting down' of a person's emotions. You can play with the word in poetry or use it to explain complex technical processes in Hindi. Your use of compound verbs like 'band kar dālnā' (to shut down forcefully) is natural and adds flavor to your speech.

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बंद करना en 30 segundos

Primary verb for 'to close' or 'to shut' physical objects like doors and windows.
Standard way to say 'to turn off' for electrical appliances and lights.
Used metaphorically to mean 'to stop' an activity, noise, or habit.
A transitive verb requiring the 'ne' postposition in past tense sentences.

The Hindi verb बंद करना (band karnā) is one of the most fundamental and versatile action words in the language. At its core, it translates to "to close," "to shut," or "to turn off." It is a compound verb formed by the adjective band (closed/shut) and the helper verb karnā (to do). This transitive nature means it requires an object—you are always closing *something*.

Physical Actions: Used for doors, windows, boxes, books, and eyes. It implies moving a physical barrier to an 'off' or 'shut' position.

कृपया दरवाज़ा बंद करना मत भूलना। (Please do not forget to close the door.)

Electronics and Utilities: In modern Hindi, this is the standard way to say 'turn off' for lights, fans, computers, and mobile phones.

Beyond the physical, band karnā extends to abstract concepts. It is used when stopping a habit, closing a business permanently, or ending a conversation. For example, if a shopkeeper is retiring, they might say they are closing the shop forever. If a child is making too much noise, a parent might tell them to 'shut' their mouth (though this can be rude). The versatility of this word makes it essential for daily survival in a Hindi-speaking environment.

उसने अपनी दुकान हमेशा के लिए बंद कर दी। (He closed his shop forever.)

Social Context: It can also mean to stop an activity, like 'shor band karo' (stop the noise).

In summary, whether you are dealing with a drafty room, a loud television, or a business deal, band karnā is your primary tool. It covers the spectrum from a gentle click of a latch to the finality of a shuttered factory. Understanding its nuances helps you navigate both physical spaces and social interactions with ease.

Using बंद करना correctly requires an understanding of Hindi's transitive verb structure. Since it is a transitive verb (it takes an object), in the perfective tenses (past tense), the subject is followed by the postposition ne, and the verb agrees with the object, not the subject.

Imperative (Commands): For polite requests: 'khidkī band kījiye' (Please close the window). For neutral: 'khidkī band karo'. For intimate: 'khidkī band kar'.

टीवी बंद करो और सो जाओ। (Turn off the TV and go to sleep.)

In the present continuous tense, it follows the standard pattern: band kar rahā/rahī hūn. For example, "I am closing the book" would be "Main kitāb band kar rahā hūn." Note that 'kitāb' is feminine, but in the continuous tense, the verb agrees with the subject (if the subject is male, it's 'rahā').

Future Tense: 'Main kal dukān band karūngā' (I will close the shop tomorrow). Here, the verb agrees with the subject's gender and number.

When using it for 'turning off' appliances, it is often paired with the specific name of the appliance. 'Light band kar do' is very common. The addition of 'do' (from denā) adds a sense of completion or doing it for someone else's benefit, which is a common feature of Hindi compound verbs.

क्या आपने नल बंद कर दिया? (Did you turn off the tap?)

You will hear बंद करना everywhere in India, from the bustling streets of Delhi to quiet households. It is a functional word that appears in various daily scenarios. One of the most common places is in public transport. If a window is open and it's raining, a fellow passenger might ask you to close it.

In the Marketplace: As evening approaches, you'll hear shopkeepers saying, 'Dukān band karne kā samay ho gayā hai' (It's time to close the shop). Customers might rush in asking, 'Dukān mat band kījiye!' (Don't close the shop yet!).

रास्ते बंद कर दिए गए हैं। (The roads have been closed.)

In a domestic setting, parents constantly tell children to 'band karo'—whether it's the tap, the light, or the noise. It's also used in offices regarding computer systems or closing files. In news reports, you might hear about 'Rāstā band' (road closed) due to construction or protests.

In Technology: 'App band karo' (Close the app) or 'Laptop band karo' (Close the laptop) are phrases you'll hear daily among the youth.

The word is also used in the context of 'stopping' something from happening. For instance, 'Rishvat khori band karo' (Stop bribery/corruption) is a common slogan in political rallies. This shows the word's transition from a simple physical action to a powerful social command.

The most frequent mistake learners make is confusing बंद करना (band karnā) with बंद होना (band honā). While they look similar, their grammatical functions are entirely different. Band karnā is transitive (someone closes something), while band honā is intransitive (something closes by itself or is in a state of being closed).

Transitive vs. Intransitive: Incorrect: 'Dukān band kartī hai' (The shop closes - implying the shop is doing the closing). Correct: 'Dukān band hotī hai' (The shop closes/is closed).

दरवाज़ा अपने आप बंद हो गया। (The door closed by itself - Intransitive.)

Another common error involves the past tense. Because band karnā is transitive, you must use the ne construction. Beginners often say 'Main darvaza band kiya' instead of 'Maine darvaza band kiya.' This small particle ne is crucial for sounding like a native speaker.

Agreement Errors: In the past tense, the verb must match the object. 'Maine kitāb (fem) band kī' (I closed the book). If you say 'Maine kitāb band kiya', it is grammatically incorrect.

Lastly, learners sometimes over-rely on 'band karnā' for 'stopping'. While it works for 'stop the noise' (shor band karo), it doesn't work for 'stop the car'. For a moving vehicle, you must use roknā. Saying 'Gādi band karo' usually means 'Turn off the engine,' not 'Stop the moving car.'

While बंद करना is the most common way to say 'close,' there are several synonyms and related words that offer more specific meanings depending on the context. Understanding these will elevate your Hindi from basic to advanced.

Moondna (मूंदना): This is a more poetic or specific word used almost exclusively for eyes. 'Aankhen moondna' means to close one's eyes, often in sleep, meditation, or death.

उसने शांति से अपनी आँखें मूंद लीं। (He peacefully closed his eyes.)

Rokna (रोकना): Means 'to stop' or 'to prevent'. Use this for moving objects like cars or people walking. 'Mujhe mat roko' (Don't stop me).

Sthagit Karnā (स्थगित करना): A formal, academic, or legal term meaning 'to postpone' or 'to adjourn'. You'll hear this in news reports about parliament or court sessions being 'closed' for the day.

For 'shutting' something tightly, you might use bhīchnā (to clench/squeeze), like 'dānt bhīchnā' (to clench teeth). If you are 'closing' a deal or a contract, pūrā karnā (to complete) or khatam karnā (to finish) might be more appropriate than band karnā. Choosing the right word depends on whether you are talking about a physical lid, a flow of electricity, or a metaphorical chapter of life.

How Formal Is It?

Formal

"कृपया इस सत्र को बंद करें।"

Neutral

"दरवाज़ा बंद कर दीजिए।"

Informal

"अरे, टीवी बंद कर!"

Child friendly

"चलो, अपनी प्यारी आँखें बंद करो।"

Jerga

"अपनी बकवास बंद कर यार!"

Dato curioso

The word 'bandana' in English actually comes from the same Sanskrit/Hindi root 'bāndhnā' (to tie), which is related to 'band'.

Guía de pronunciación

UK /bənd̪ kəɾ.nɑː/

US /bənd kər.nɑ/

The stress is on the first syllable 'band'.

Rima con

मंद करना (mand karnā) पसंद करना (pasand karnā) बुलंद करना (buland karnā) नज़रबंद करना (nazarband karnā) प्रबंध करना (prabandh karnā) छंद करना (chhand karnā) द्वंद्व करना (dwandwa karnā) गंद करना (gand karnā)

Errores comunes

Pronouncing 'band' like the English musical 'band' (it should be like 'bun' with a 'd').
Using a hard 'D' instead of the soft dental Hindi 'd'.
Failing to nasalize the 'n' in 'band'.
Over-stressing the 'karnā' part.
Pronouncing 'r' in 'karnā' like the American 'r' (it should be a light tap).

Nivel de dificultad

Lectura 2/5

The characters are simple and common.

Escritura 3/5

Requires understanding of compound verb formation.

Expresión oral 2/5

Pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers.

Escucha 2/5

Very easy to recognize in daily conversation.

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Requisitos previos

करना (karnā) दरवाज़ा (darvaza) लाइट (light) नहीं (nahīn)

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खोलना (kholnā) चलाना (chalānā) रोकना (roknā) सकना (saknā)

Avanzado

स्थगित करना (sthagit karnā) नज़रबंद (nazarband) पाबंदी (pābandī)

Gramática que debes saber

Transitive Verb Past Tense

Maine (Subject + ne) darvaza (Object) band kiya (Verb matches Object).

Compound Verbs with 'Denā'

Band kar do (Adds a sense of completion/request).

Infinitive as Noun

Dukān band karnā (Closing the shop) mushkil hai.

Imperative Mood

Band karo (Informal), Band kijiye (Formal).

Agreement with Gender

Khidki (Fem) band ki; Darvaza (Masc) band kiya.

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दरवाज़ा बंद करो।

Close the door.

Imperative form (command).

किताब बंद करो।

Close the book.

Direct object 'kitāb' is feminine.

लाइट बंद करो।

Turn off the light.

Use of 'band karnā' for electronics.

आँखें बंद करो।

Close your eyes.

Plural object 'aankhen'.

नल बंद करो।

Turn off the tap.

Common household command.

खिड़की बंद करो।

Close the window.

Direct object 'khidkī' is feminine.

मुँह बंद करो।

Shut your mouth.

Can be rude depending on tone.

रेडियो बंद करो।

Turn off the radio.

Electronic device usage.

मैंने दरवाज़ा बंद किया।

I closed the door.

Past tense with 'ne'. Verb matches masculine 'darvaza'.

वह खिड़की बंद कर रही है।

She is closing the window.

Present continuous tense.

क्या आपने टीवी बंद कर दिया?

Did you turn off the TV?

Compound verb 'kar diyā' for completion.

मैं कल दुकान बंद करूँगा।

I will close the shop tomorrow.

Future tense.

उसने अपनी आँखें बंद कीं।

She closed her eyes.

Past tense. Verb 'kīn' matches feminine plural 'aankhen'.

कृपया शोर बंद कीजिए।

Please stop the noise.

Polite imperative.

हमने कंप्यूटर बंद कर दिया।

We turned off the computer.

Compound verb with 'ne' construction.

वह अपनी किताब बंद कर रहा है।

He is closing his book.

Present continuous masculine.

आपको अपना बैंक खाता बंद करना चाहिए।

You should close your bank account.

Use of 'chāhiye' (should) with infinitive.

उसने सिगरेट पीना बंद कर दिया है।

He has stopped smoking cigarettes.

Present perfect tense for stopping a habit.

बारिश की वजह से उन्होंने मैच बंद कर दिया।

They stopped the match because of the rain.

Using 'band karnā' for an event.

क्या तुम यह बकवास बंद करोगे?

Will you stop this nonsense?

Future tense used for a firm request.

मैंने उसे बोलने से बंद कर दिया।

I stopped him from speaking.

Transitive use in a social context.

हमें फालतू खर्चे बंद करने होंगे।

We will have to stop unnecessary expenses.

Future necessity 'honge'.

उसने दरवाज़ा ज़ोर से बंद किया।

He closed the door loudly (slammed it).

Adverbial use 'zor se'.

पुलिस ने रास्ता बंद कर दिया था।

The police had closed the road.

Past perfect tense.

कंपनी ने अपना घाटा देखकर फैक्ट्री बंद करने का फैसला किया।

Seeing its losses, the company decided to close the factory.

Infinitive used as a noun phrase.

अगर तुम समय पर नल बंद कर देते, तो पानी बर्बाद नहीं होता।

If you had turned off the tap on time, water wouldn't have been wasted.

Conditional sentence (Past unreal).

उसने अपनी भावनाओं को बंद करना सीख लिया है।

He has learned to shut down his emotions.

Metaphorical usage.

हड़ताल के कारण सभी दुकानें बंद कर दी गई हैं।

All shops have been closed due to the strike.

Passive voice construction.

उसने अपनी वसीयत बंद करके वकील को दे दी।

He closed (sealed) his will and gave it to the lawyer.

Conjunctive participle 'karke'.

सरकार को प्रदूषण फैलाने वाली इकाइयाँ बंद करनी चाहिए।

The government should close down units that spread pollution.

Agreement with feminine plural 'ikāiyān'.

उसने अपनी बात यह कहकर बंद की कि वह कल आएगा।

He ended his talk by saying that he would come tomorrow.

Using 'band karnā' for ending a speech.

क्या आप अपनी बहस बंद करेंगे या मैं जाऊँ?

Will you stop your argument or should I leave?

Interrogative future.

न्यायाधीश ने कार्यवाही को कल तक के लिए बंद कर दिया।

The judge closed the proceedings until tomorrow.

Formal legal context.

उसने अपने अतीत के दरवाज़े हमेशा के लिए बंद कर दिए हैं।

He has closed the doors of his past forever.

Highly metaphorical/literary.

लेखक ने अपनी कहानी को एक रहस्य पर बंद किया।

The author ended his story on a mystery.

Literary analysis context.

विपक्ष ने संसद की कार्यवाही बंद करने की मांग की।

The opposition demanded to close the proceedings of the Parliament.

Political register.

उसने अपनी मुट्ठियाँ बंद कर लीं और लड़ने के लिए तैयार हो गया।

He clenched his fists and got ready to fight.

Physical intensity.

इस परियोजना को बंद करना ही एकमात्र विकल्प बचा है।

Closing this project is the only remaining option.

Gerundial subject.

उसने अपनी आँखें बंद कीं और ईश्वर का ध्यान किया।

He closed his eyes and meditated on God.

Spiritual context.

बाज़ार की अनिश्चितता ने कई छोटे व्यापारियों को दुकान बंद करने पर मजबूर कर दिया।

Market uncertainty forced many small traders to close shop.

Complex causal structure.

उसने अपने हृदय के कपाट बाहरी दुनिया के लिए बंद कर लिए हैं।

He has closed the doors of his heart to the outside world.

Archaic/Poetic 'kapāt' for doors.

अधिकारी ने फाइल बंद करते हुए गहरी सांस ली।

The officer took a deep breath while closing the file.

Present participle 'karte hue'.

युद्ध विराम ने अंततः हिंसा के इस चक्र को बंद कर दिया।

The ceasefire finally closed this cycle of violence.

Abstract historical context.

उसने अपनी वसीयत को एक सीलबंद लिफाफे में बंद कर दिया।

He enclosed his will in a sealed envelope.

Redundant but emphatic usage.

दार्शनिक ने अपने तर्क को एक प्रश्न के साथ बंद किया।

The philosopher concluded his argument with a question.

Intellectual register.

इस समझौते ने विवाद की सभी संभावनाओं को बंद कर दिया है।

This agreement has closed all possibilities of dispute.

Legal/Diplomatic finality.

उसने अपनी पलकें बंद कीं और स्मृतियों के सागर में डूब गया।

He closed his eyelids and dived into the ocean of memories.

Poetic 'palkein' for eyelids.

संस्थान को बंद करने की प्रक्रिया अत्यंत जटिल और लंबी थी।

The process of closing the institution was extremely complex and long.

Nominalized verb phrase.

Colocaciones comunes

दरवाज़ा बंद करना

लाइट बंद करना

दुकान बंद करना

आँखें बंद करना

नल बंद करना

शोर बंद करना

खाता बंद करना

फाइल बंद करना

मुँह बंद करना

रास्ता बंद करना

Frases Comunes

बकवास बंद करो

दुकान बंद होना

रास्ता बंद होना

आँखें बंद करके भरोसा करना

किताब बंद करना

दिमाग बंद होना

दरवाज़े बंद करना

बोलती बंद करना

काम बंद करना

सप्लाई बंद करना

Se confunde a menudo con

बंद करना vs बंद होना (band honā)

This is intransitive. Use it when something closes by itself (The door closed) vs. someone closing it.

बंद करना vs बुझाना (bujhānā)

Use this for fire, candles, or thirst. Don't use 'band karnā' for a candle.

बंद करना vs रोकना (roknā)

Use this to stop a moving car or a person. 'Band karnā' is for engines or electronics.

Modismos y expresiones

"मुँह पर ताला लगाना"

To keep one's mouth shut; to remain silent.

उसने अपने मुँह पर ताला लगा लिया है।

Informal

"आँखें मूँद लेना"

To ignore something; to turn a blind eye.

भ्रष्टाचार देखकर भी उसने आँखें मूँद लीं।

Neutral

"किस्मत के दरवाज़े बंद होना"

To run out of luck.

उसके लिए किस्मत के सारे दरवाज़े बंद हो गए।

Literary

"मुट्ठी बंद करना"

To be stingy with money.

पैसे के मामले में वह अपनी मुट्ठी बंद रखता है।

Informal

"बोलती बंद होना"

To be speechless.

सवाल सुनकर उसकी बोलती बंद हो गई।

Informal

"दरवाज़ा खटखटाना"

To seek an opportunity (opposite of closing).

वह हर कंपनी का दरवाज़ा खटखटा रहा है।

Neutral

"रास्ता साफ़ करना"

To clear the way (opposite of closing).

उसने अपनी मेहनत से रास्ता साफ़ किया।

Neutral

"पर्दा गिरना"

The end of an act or event (closing the curtain).

नाटक पर पर्दा गिर गया।

Literary

"ताला डालना"

To lock up (a house or business).

उसने अपनी पुरानी यादों पर ताला डाल दिया।

Metaphorical

"फाइल दबाना"

To suppress a file or information (closing it secretly).

भ्रष्ट अधिकारी ने फाइल दबा दी।

Informal

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बंद करना vs बाँधना (bāndhnā)

Sounds similar to 'band'.

'Bāndhnā' means to tie with a rope/string. 'Band karnā' means to close.

Maine saamaan bāndhā (I tied the luggage).

बंद करना vs बनना (bannā)

Similar starting sound.

'Bannā' means to become or to be made.

Khana ban raha hai (Food is being made).

बंद करना vs बाँटना (bāntnā)

Similar starting sound.

'Bāntnā' means to distribute or divide.

Mithai bānto (Distribute the sweets).

बंद करना vs बदलना (badalnā)

Starts with 'ba'.

'Badalnā' means to change.

Kapde badlo (Change clothes).

बंद करना vs बताना (batānā)

Starts with 'ba'.

'Batānā' means to tell.

Sach batao (Tell the truth).

Patrones de oraciones

[Object] band karo.

Darvaza band karo.

Maine [Object] band kiya/ki.

Maine khidki band ki.

Kya aap [Object] band kar sakte hain?

Kya aap light band kar sakte hain?

[Subject] ne [Object] band kar diya hai.

Usne dukān band kar di hai.

[Object] band karne ki zaroorat hai.

Pradushan band karne ki zaroorat hai.

[Object] band karte hi...

Darvaza band karte hi light chali gayi.

[Object] band mat karo.

TV band mat karo.

Mujhe [Object] band karna hai.

Mujhe account band karna hai.

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Cómo usarlo

frequency

Extremely high in daily speech.

Errores comunes

Main darvaza band kiya. → Maine darvaza band kiya.
You must use 'ne' with the subject in the past tense for transitive verbs.
Dukān band kartī hai. → Dukān band hotī hai.
Use 'hotī hai' (intransitive) because the shop doesn't close itself; it 'is closed'.
Mombatti band karo. → Mombatti bujhao.
Use 'bujhānā' for candles/fire, not 'band karnā'.
Maine khidki band kiya. → Maine khidki band kī.
The verb must agree with the feminine object 'khidki'.
Gādi band karo (to stop a moving car). → Gādi roko.
'Band karnā' means to turn off the engine, not to halt motion.

Consejos

Past Tense Agreement

Remember: 'Maine darvaza (m) band kiya' but 'Maine khidki (f) band ki'. The verb follows the object!

Emphatic 'Do'

Adding 'do' (band kar do) makes it sound more like a natural request or a completed action.

Electronics

For all modern gadgets (phones, laptops, TVs), 'band karnā' is the standard for 'turning off'.

Politeness

Always use 'kijiye' with elders or strangers. 'Band karo' is only for friends and children.

Saving Water

In India, 'Nal band karo' (Turn off the tap) is a very important phrase due to water conservation.

Don't confuse with 'Bandh'

'Bandh' is a noun (a strike), while 'band' is an adjective and 'band karnā' is the verb.

Soft 'D'

Ensure the 'd' in 'band' is soft and dental, not hard like the English 'd' in 'dog'.

Compound Verb

When writing, treat 'band' and 'karnā' as two separate words, not one.

Abstract Use

You can use it for 'closing' a deal or 'stopping' a habit, not just physical doors.

Office Use

Use it for 'closing' files, 'shutting down' computers, or 'ending' meetings.

Memorízalo

Mnemotecnia

Think of a 'band' (like a rubber band) that 'binds' things together. When you 'band karnā', you are binding the door to the frame or the book covers together.

Asociación visual

Imagine a big red 'OFF' button on a machine. Every time you say 'band karnā', you are pressing that red button.

Word Web

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Desafío

Try to find 5 things in your room right now that you can 'band karnā' and say the sentence out loud for each.

Origen de la palabra

Derived from the Persian word 'band' (بند), meaning a bond, tie, or fastening. It entered Hindi through the influence of Persian in the medieval period.

Significado original: To bind, to tie, or to fasten something together.

Indo-European -> Indo-Iranian -> Indo-Aryan.

Contexto cultural

Telling someone 'muñh band karo' (shut your mouth) is very aggressive and rude in Hindi, just like in English. Use 'chup rahiye' (please be quiet) instead.

English speakers often use 'turn off' for lights and 'close' for doors. In Hindi, 'band karnā' covers both, making it simpler but requiring a mental shift.

The term 'Bharat Bandh' (India Shutdown) is frequently in news headlines. Bollywood songs often use 'Aankhen band karke' (With eyes closed) to denote deep love or trust. The phrase 'Bolti Band' is a common movie trope for someone being silenced.

Practica en la vida real

Contextos reales

At Home

नल बंद करो
लाइट बंद करो
खिड़की बंद करो
गैस बंद करो

At School

किताब बंद करो
बातें बंद करो
शोर बंद करो
पेन बंद करो

In a Shop

दुकान बंद है
दुकान कब बंद होगी?
काउंटर बंद करो
खाता बंद करो

In Public

रास्ता बंद है
मेट्रो के दरवाज़े बंद हो रहे हैं
पार्क बंद करो
प्रवेश बंद है

Technology

लैपटॉप बंद करो
फोन बंद करो
ऐप बंद करो
नोटिफिकेशन बंद करो

Inicios de conversación

"क्या आप कृपया दरवाज़ा बंद कर सकते हैं?"

"आप अपनी दुकान कितने बजे बंद करते हैं?"

"क्या मैंने लाइट बंद कर दी थी?"

"क्या हमें यह प्रोजेक्ट बंद कर देना चाहिए?"

"क्या आप अपना शोर बंद करेंगे?"

Temas para diario

आज आपने कौन-कौन सी चीज़ें बंद कीं? (What things did you close today?)

क्या कोई ऐसी आदत है जिसे आप बंद करना चाहते हैं? (Is there a habit you want to stop?)

जब आप घर से बाहर जाते हैं, तो क्या-क्या बंद करते हैं? (What do you turn off when you leave home?)

क्या कभी आपके साथ ऐसा हुआ कि आप दुकान पहुँचे और वह बंद थी? (Did it ever happen that you reached a shop and it was closed?)

अपनी आँखें बंद करें और जो आप महसूस कर रहे हैं उसे लिखें। (Close your eyes and write what you feel.)

Preguntas frecuentes

10 preguntas

Usually no. Use 'roknā' for stopping a moving car. 'Gādi band karo' means 'Turn off the engine'.

It depends on the ending. 'Band kijiye' is polite, while 'band kar' is very informal or rude.

You say 'Light band karo' or 'Light band kar do'.

It is 'band kiyā' (masculine), 'band kī' (feminine), or 'band kiye/kīn' (plural), used with 'ne'.

Yes, 'Bank khata band karna' is the correct phrase.

The opposite is 'kholnā' (to open) or 'chalānā' (to turn on/run).

Yes, 'Aankhen band karna' is very common, though 'moondna' is more poetic.

No, that is an English loanword. In Hindi, 'band' means closed or shut.

Yes, it is a 'conjunct verb' combining an adjective (band) with a verb (karnā).

Yes, it means 'stop the noise' and is very common.

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