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पहरेदार

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पहरेदार

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Explicación पहरेदार in your Level:

At the A1 level, you just need to know that 'Pahredar' means 'guard' or 'watchman'. Think of it like the person who stands at a door to keep it safe. You can use it in very simple sentences like 'The guard is here' or 'The guard is big'. It is a noun, and it refers to a person. It is helpful to learn this word alongside other jobs like 'Doctor' or 'Teacher'. In India, you will see many guards, so knowing this word helps you identify who they are. Just remember: Pahredar = Guard.

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At the A2 level, you can start using 'Pahredar' in sentences that describe what they do. For example, 'The guard stands at the gate' or 'The guard has a stick'. You should also learn the plural form. In Hindi, 'one guard' is 'ek pahredar' and 'two guards' is 'do pahredar'. The word doesn't change unless you add words like 'ko' or 'ne'. You are likely to encounter this word in simple stories or when talking about security in your building. It’s a step up from basic job titles and introduces you to the '-dar' suffix which is common in Hindi.

At the B1 level, you should be comfortable using 'Pahredar' in more complex scenarios, such as describing responsibilities or following a news report. You can use phrases like 'Pahredar ki duty' (the guard's duty) or 'Pahredar se poocho' (ask the guard). You might also start seeing the word used for animals, like a dog guarding a house. You should understand the difference between 'Pahredar' and 'Chowkidar'—the former being slightly more formal. You can also use it to talk about past events, like 'The guard saw the thief'.

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At the B2 level, you can use 'Pahredar' metaphorically. You might describe a journalist as a 'guard of democracy' or a parent as a 'guard of their children's future'. You should be able to discuss the societal role of guards in India, from historical fort sentries to modern security personnel. Your grammar should be precise, correctly using the oblique plural 'pahredaron' in sentences like 'Pahredaron ne chor ko pakad liya' (The guards caught the thief). You can also use related terms like 'pahredari' (guarding/vigilance).

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At the C1 level, 'Pahredar' becomes a tool for nuanced expression. You will find this word in classical literature and high-level journalism. You can use it to discuss abstract concepts like 'the guard of one's conscience' or 'the sentinel of tradition'. You should understand the historical and Persian roots of the word and how it differs from Sanskrit-based synonyms like 'Pratihari'. You can use the word in formal debates or when writing analytical essays about security and surveillance in society.

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At the C2 level, you have a complete mastery of 'Pahredar'. You can appreciate its use in intricate poetry where it might symbolize time, death, or fate. You can use it with perfect native-like flair, choosing it over synonyms to evoke specific cultural or historical imagery. You understand the subtle socio-political connotations the word has acquired over centuries. Whether you are analyzing a 17th-century text or a modern political speech, you can interpret the layers of meaning behind the 'Pahredar'—the one who watches, the one who protects, and the one who restricts.

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पहरेदार en 30 segundos

Pahredar means guard or watchman.
It is a masculine noun used for security personnel.
It comes from Persian roots (Pahra + Dar).
It can be used literally for buildings or metaphorically for values.

The Hindi word पहरेदार (Pahredār) is a classic noun that resonates with the concepts of security, vigilance, and protection. Derived from the Persian-influenced linguistic tradition of Hindustani, it combines 'Pahra' (meaning a watch, shift, or guard duty) with the suffix '-dar' (denoting a holder or person in charge). In its most literal sense, a Pahredar is a watchman or a guard. However, the cultural weight of this word extends far beyond a simple job description. In the historical context of India, a Pahredar was the person standing at the gates of massive sandstone forts, the one walking the perimeter of royal gardens, or the sentinel keeping watch over a sleeping village. Today, while the world has moved toward high-tech surveillance, the word Pahredar survives to describe anyone—from a security guard at a modern apartment complex to a metaphorical protector of values.

Literal Meaning: A person who keeps watch; a sentinel or watchman responsible for the safety of a specific area.
Metaphorical Usage: Often used to describe institutions or people who protect abstract concepts like 'democracy' or 'truth'.

पुराने महल के मुख्य द्वार पर एक बूढ़ा पहरेदार तैनात था। (An old guard was stationed at the main gate of the ancient palace.)

When you use this word, you are often evoking an image of constant alertness. Unlike 'Rakshak' (Protector), which can be a hero or a deity, a Pahredar suggests a specific duty involving shifts and rounds. It is a very common word in literature and daily conversation when discussing security. You will hear it in news reports concerning border security or in stories where a character must sneak past someone. It carries a sense of duty and sometimes, a sense of obstacle, depending on whether you are the one being protected or the one trying to get past.

वह अपनी संस्कृति का सच्चा पहरेदार है। (He is a true guardian of his culture.)

In a broader sociological sense, the Pahredar represents the eyes and ears of a community. Historically, the 'Pahra' system in Indian villages involved men taking turns to stay awake at night, shouting 'Jaagte Raho' (Stay Awake) to deter thieves and reassure residents. This cultural memory is baked into the word. When a Hindi speaker calls someone a Pahredar, they are acknowledging a role of vigilance that prevents harm before it occurs. It is about prevention rather than just reaction.

सीमा पर खड़े पहरेदार देश की रक्षा करते हैं। (The guards standing on the border protect the country.)

Register: Standard Hindi; suitable for both speech and writing.

रात के अंधेरे में पहरेदार की लाठी की आवाज़ सुनाई दे रही थी। (In the darkness of the night, the sound of the guard's stick was audible.)

Using पहरेदार correctly requires understanding its grammatical role as a masculine noun (though it can be applied to any gender in modern contexts, the feminine form 'Pahredarni' is rare). It typically functions as the subject or object of a sentence involving protection, vigilance, or entry control. When describing the act of guarding, it is often paired with verbs like 'तैनात करना' (to station/deploy), 'बनाना' (to make/appoint), or 'होना' (to be).

Subject Position: The Pahredar does the action. Example: 'Pahredar so gaya' (The guard fell asleep).
Object Position: Action happens to the guard. Example: 'Usne pahredar ko rishwat di' (He gave the guard a bribe).

बैंक के बाहर दो पहरेदार बंदूक लेकर खड़े थे। (Two guards were standing outside the bank with guns.)

One of the most powerful ways to use Pahredar is in metaphorical sentences. For instance, if you want to say someone is very protective of their secrets, you might say they are a Pahredar of their heart. In political discourse, the media is often called the 'Loktantra ka Pahredar' (The guard of democracy). This elevates the word from a simple blue-collar job title to a noble role of oversight.

प्रेस को लोकतंत्र का चौथा पहरेदार कहा जाता है। (The press is called the fourth guard of democracy.)

In sentence construction, pay attention to the adjectives you use. A 'satark' (alert) Pahredar is much better than a 'be-khabar' (unaware) one. You can also use it to describe animals, such as a dog being a faithful Pahredar of the house. This versatility makes it an essential word for reaching the A2 and B1 levels of Hindi proficiency.

मेरा कुत्ता घर का सबसे अच्छा पहरेदार है। (My dog is the best guard of the house.)

Common Verb Pairings: Pahredar bithana (to set a guard), Pahredar badalna (to change the guard), Pahredar ko chakma dena (to trick the guard).

चोरों ने पहरेदार को चकमा देकर तिजोरी लूट ली। (The thieves tricked the guard and looted the safe.)

You will encounter पहरेदार in a variety of real-world settings. Perhaps the most common place today is in news headlines. When a high-profile building is being discussed, the reporter might mention the 'Pahredari' (the act of guarding) or the number of 'Pahredars' present. In historical dramas (movies like *Jodhaa Akbar* or *Bajirao Mastani*), the word is used constantly to refer to the royal sentries. It provides a sense of period-appropriate atmosphere that modern words like 'Security Guard' lack.

फिल्मों में अक्सर पहरेदार को महल के दरवाज़े पर खड़ा दिखाया जाता है। (In movies, a guard is often shown standing at the palace doors.)

In rural India, the term is still very much alive. During the harvest season, farmers act as Pahredars for their crops, staying in small huts called 'machans' to keep wild animals away. If you visit a village, you might hear someone ask, 'Aaj raat pahredar kaun hai?' (Who is the guard tonight?). It suggests a community effort toward safety. Additionally, in religious contexts, certain deities are considered the 'Pahredars' of a city or a temple, standing at the entrance to ward off evil spirits.

Another interesting place to hear this word is in literature and poetry. Poets often use the Pahredar as a metaphor for the 'conscience' (Zameer) or 'time' (Waqt). They might say that time is a Pahredar that allows nothing to escape. In songs, particularly older Bollywood tracks, the Pahredar might be the obstacle between two lovers, such as a strict father or a literal guard at a gate. This gives the word a romantic or dramatic flair that 'Security' simply doesn't have.

कवि ने वक्त को एक कठोर पहरेदार बताया है। (The poet has described time as a harsh guard.)

News Context: 'Sima par pahredari sakht kar di gayi hai' (Guarding at the border has been tightened).

मंदिर के पहरेदार ने हमें अंदर जाने से रोक दिया। (The temple guard stopped us from going inside.)

When learning Hindi, many students confuse पहरेदार with similar-sounding or related words. A frequent mistake is using 'Pahredar' when 'Rakshak' (Protector) is more appropriate. While a Pahredar is a guard who watches over a place, a Rakshak is someone who saves or protects a person's life. You wouldn't call a superhero a 'Pahredar' unless they were literally standing guard at a door; they are 'Rakshaks'.

Mistake 1: Gender Over-correction: Thinking you must change it to 'Pahredarni' for a woman. While grammatically possible, it's very rare. Most people just use 'Pahredar' or 'Security Guard' for everyone today.
Mistake 2: Pluralization: Saying 'Pahredare' for plural. The plural of 'Pahredar' is just 'Pahredar' (unless using the oblique case).

Incorrect: वहाँ बहुत सारे पहरेदारे थे।
Correct: वहाँ बहुत सारे पहरेदार थे।

Another common error is confusing it with 'Chowkidar'. While they are synonyms, 'Chowkidar' is much more informal and often associated with residential watchmen or political slogans. Using 'Pahredar' in a very casual conversation about a building's night watchman might sound slightly too formal or 'old-world'. Conversely, using 'Chowkidar' in a historical novel about a King's elite guard might feel too modern or lowly. Context matters!

गलती: पुलिस एक पहरेदार है। (Police is a guard.)
बेहतर: पुलिस कानून की पहरेदार है। (Police is the guardian of the law.)

Finally, students often forget the oblique case. If you say 'To the guards', it must be 'Pahredaron ko', not 'Pahredar ko' (unless it's just one guard). This '-on' ending for plurals with postpositions is a hurdle for many A2 learners. Practice saying 'Pahredaron ne' (the guards did) and 'Pahredaron se' (from the guards) to get used to the sound.

मैंने पहरेदारों से रास्ता पूछा। (I asked the guards for the way.)

Hindi is rich with synonyms for 'guard', each carrying a slightly different shade of meaning. Choosing the right one can make your Hindi sound more natural and sophisticated. पहरेदार is the mid-range choice—versatile and standard. Let's look at the others.

चौकीदार (Chowkidar): The most common word for a residential or street watchman. It sounds more humble and everyday than Pahredar.
रक्षक (Rakshak): Means 'Protector'. It has a more heroic or divine connotation. You would call a bodyguard or a savior a Rakshak.
सुरक्षाकर्मी (Surakshakarmi): The modern, bureaucratic term meaning 'Security Personnel'. Used in official documents and corporate settings.
संतरी (Santri): Specifically refers to a sentinel, usually in a military context standing at a post.

सेना का संतरी गेट पर खड़ा था। (The army sentinel was standing at the gate.)

If you are writing a story set in the Mughal era, you might use 'Darbaan' (Doorkeeper) or 'Nigahbaan' (Watcher/Protector). These Persian-origin words add a layer of historical authenticity. On the other hand, if you are talking about someone who looks after a garden or a property, you might use 'Rakhwala'. This word implies a more general 'caretaker' role rather than just a security role.

भगवान हमारे जीवन के रक्षक हैं। (God is the protector of our lives.)

In metaphorical speech, 'Pahredar' is almost always better than 'Chowkidar'. For example, 'Sanskriti ka Pahredar' (Guardian of culture) sounds much more respectful and significant than 'Sanskriti ka Chowkidar'. Use 'Pahredar' when you want to emphasize the importance of the thing being guarded. It suggests that the object of protection is valuable, like a palace, a border, or a treasure.

वह अपनी ज़मीन का अकेला रखवाला है। (He is the lone caretaker of his land.)

How Formal Is It?

Dato curioso

The root 'Pahra' refers to the ancient Indian system of dividing the day into eight 'Prahars'. A Pahredar was someone assigned to watch over a specific 'Prahar'.

Guía de pronunciación

UK /pəh.reː.d̪ɑːr/

US /pəh.reɪ.dɑːr/

Stress is evenly distributed, with a slight emphasis on the third syllable 'dar'.

Rima con

दुकानदार (Dukaandar) ज़मीनदार (Zameendar) किरायेदार (Kirayedar) मददगार (Madadgaar) शानदार (Shaandaar) वफादार (Wafadaar) समझदार (Samajhdaar) हवलदार (Havaldar)

Errores comunes

Pronouncing 'd' as an alveolar 'd' (like in 'dog') instead of dental 'd'.
Aspirating the 'p' (making it sound like 'ph').
Shortening the final 'a' in 'dar'.
Pronouncing 'h' too harshly.
Merging 'pahre' and 'dar' without a clear transition.

Nivel de dificultad

Lectura 2/5

Easy to recognize due to common suffix '-dar'.

Escritura 3/5

Requires remembering the 'h' and 'e' vowel placement.

Expresión oral 2/5

Pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers.

Escucha 2/5

Clear, distinct syllables make it easy to hear.

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Requisitos previos

काम (Work) आदमी (Man) दरवाज़ा (Door) घर (House) रक्षा (Protection)

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सुरक्षा (Security) ज़िम्मेदारी (Responsibility) ईमानदारी (Honesty) तैनात (Stationed) सतर्क (Alert)

Avanzado

निगहबानी (Supervision) प्रतिहारी (Palace guard) मुस्तैदी (Promptness/Vigilance)

Gramática que debes saber

The '-dar' Suffix

Dukaandar (shopkeeper), Kirayedar (tenant).

Oblique Case Plural

Pahredaron ko (To the guards).

Masculine Noun Endings

Nouns ending in consonants usually don't change in direct plural.

Compound Verbs with 'Karna'

Pahredari karna (To do guarding).

Postpositions

Pahredar ke liye (For the guard).

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Ejemplos por nivel

पहरेदार यहाँ है।

The guard is here.

Simple subject-verb sentence.

वह एक पहरेदार है।

He is a guard.

Using 'hai' for 'is'.

पहरेदार खड़ा है।

The guard is standing.

Present continuous sense.

मेरा भाई पहरेदार है।

My brother is a guard.

Possessive 'mera' used with a noun.

पहरेदार कहाँ है?

Where is the guard?

Interrogative sentence.

यह पहरेदार अच्छा है।

This guard is good.

Adjective 'achha' modifying the noun.

पहरेदार के पास लाठी है।

The guard has a stick.

Using 'ke paas' for possession.

वहाँ एक पहरेदार था।

There was a guard there.

Past tense 'tha'.

पहरेदार गेट पर खड़ा रहता है।

The guard stays/stands at the gate.

Habitual present tense.

दो पहरेदार सो रहे हैं।

Two guards are sleeping.

Plural subject with plural verb.

पहरेदार ने दरवाज़ा खोला।

The guard opened the door.

Transitive past with 'ne'.

क्या पहरेदार जाग रहा है?

Is the guard awake?

Present continuous question.

पहरेदार को बुलाओ।

Call the guard.

Imperative with object marker 'ko'.

वह रात को पहरेदार का काम करता है।

He works as a guard at night.

Describing a profession.

पहरेदार बहुत बहादुर है।

The guard is very brave.

Adjective 'bahadur' (brave).

पहरेदार घर की रक्षा करता है।

The guard protects the house.

Subject-Object-Verb structure.

पहरेदार ने चोर को अंदर जाने से रोका।

The guard stopped the thief from going inside.

Complex transitive sentence.

हमें एक नए पहरेदार की ज़रूरत है।

We need a new guard.

Using 'ki zaroorat' for need.

पहरेदार पूरी रात जागता रहा।

The guard kept waking/stayed awake all night.

Continuative aspect 'ta raha'.

बैंक के पहरेदारों के पास बंदूकें थीं।

The bank guards had guns.

Oblique plural 'pahredaron'.

पहरेदार की वफादारी पर कोई शक नहीं था।

There was no doubt about the guard's loyalty.

Abstract noun 'wafadari'.

जब मैं पहुँचा, पहरेदार ड्यूटी पर नहीं था।

When I arrived, the guard was not on duty.

Dependent clause with 'jab'.

पहरेदार ने सबको सावधान कर दिया।

The guard alerted everyone.

Causative-like verb 'saavdhan karna'.

क्या आपने पहरेदार को पैसे दिए?

Did you give money to the guard?

Question in simple past.

प्रेस को लोकतंत्र का पहरेदार माना जाता है।

The press is considered the guard of democracy.

Passive construction 'mana jata hai'.

पहरेदार की सतर्कता की वजह से चोरी टल गई।

The theft was averted due to the guard's alertness.

Using 'ki wajah se' for reason.

वह अपनी गुप्त बातों का कड़ा पहरेदार है।

He is a strict guard of his secrets.

Metaphorical usage.

पहरेदारों ने महल के चारों ओर घेरा बना लिया।

The guards formed a circle around the palace.

Compound verb 'bana liya'.

एक अच्छा पहरेदार कभी अपनी आँखें बंद नहीं करता।

A good guard never closes his eyes.

General truth/proverbial style.

पहरेदार के बिना खजाना सुरक्षित नहीं है।

The treasure is not safe without a guard.

Using 'ke bina' for without.

उसने पहरेदार को रिश्वत देने की कोशिश की।

He tried to bribe the guard.

Infinitive 'deni ki koshish'.

पहरेदार की आवाज़ गूँज रही थी।

The guard's voice was echoing.

Past continuous 'goonj rahi thi'.

संविधान के पहरेदार के रूप में सुप्रीम कोर्ट की भूमिका महत्वपूर्ण है।

The Supreme Court's role as the guardian of the constitution is important.

Formal political vocabulary.

साहित्य समाज की नैतिकता का पहरेदार होता है।

Literature is the guard of society's morality.

Philosophical statement.

पहरेदार की एक छोटी सी चूक भारी पड़ सकती है।

A small mistake by the guard can prove costly.

Idiomatic 'bhari padna'.

इतिहास गवाह है कि कई बार पहरेदार ही गद्दार निकले।

History is witness that many times the guards themselves turned out to be traitors.

Complex sentence with 'ki'.

उसकी आँखों में एक सतर्क पहरेदार जैसी चमक थी।

There was a glint in his eyes like that of an alert guard.

Simile with 'jaisi'.

पहरेदार ने अपनी जान की बाजी लगाकर महल की रक्षा की।

The guard protected the palace by risking his life.

Idiom 'jaan ki baazi lagana'.

किसी भी राष्ट्र की सीमा पर तैनात पहरेदार उसके गौरव के प्रतीक हैं।

The guards stationed on any nation's border are symbols of its pride.

High-register formal Hindi.

समय एक ऐसा पहरेदार है जो किसी के लिए नहीं रुकता।

Time is such a guard that stops for no one.

Personification.

अंतरात्मा ही मनुष्य के आचरण की सच्ची पहरेदार है।

Conscience is the true guard of a person's conduct.

Abstract philosophical noun usage.

पहरेदार के उस मौन में हज़ारों कहानियाँ छिपी थीं।

Thousands of stories were hidden in that guard's silence.

Poetic narrative style.

व्यवस्था के पहरेदारों ने ही विद्रोह की नींव रखी।

The very guards of the system laid the foundation of the rebellion.

Ironical political statement.

वह अपनी स्मृतियों का ऐसा पहरेदार था कि एक भी याद ओझल न होने दी।

He was such a guard of his memories that he didn't let even one fade away.

Metaphor for memory.

कविता की पंक्तियाँ भाषा की शुद्धता की पहरेदार होती हैं।

Lines of poetry are the guards of a language's purity.

Literary analysis register.

पहरेदार की मुस्तैदी ने दुश्मन के इरादों पर पानी फेर दिया।

The guard's promptness ruined the enemy's intentions.

Idiom 'paani pher dena'.

क्या हम अपनी धरती के सही पहरेदार बन पाए हैं?

Have we been able to become the right guards of our earth?

Rhetorical question for environmental ethics.

पहरेदार का अस्तित्व ही सुरक्षा का भ्रम पैदा करने के लिए पर्याप्त है।

The mere existence of a guard is sufficient to create an illusion of safety.

Deep psychological observation.

Colocaciones comunes

पहरेदार तैनात करना

सतर्क पहरेदार

पहरेदार की ड्यूटी

निष्ठावान पहरेदार

पहरेदार को चकमा देना

पहरेदार बदलना

मुख्य पहरेदार

पहरेदार की लाठी

पहरेदार का भेष

पहरेदार की नींद

Frases Comunes

पहरेदार बिठाना

— To set a guard over something specifically.

खजाने पर कड़ा पहरेदार बिठाया गया है।

पहरेदार की तरह जागना

— To remain very alert and awake.

माँ अपने बीमार बच्चे के पास पहरेदार की तरह जागती रही।

पहरेदार की नज़र

— A very watchful or sharp eye.

उसकी पहरेदार की नज़र से कुछ नहीं छुपता।

पहरेदार हटाना

— To remove the guard.

खतरा टलने के बाद वहाँ से पहरेदार हटा लिए गए।

नाम का पहरेदार

— Someone who is a guard only in name but isn't effective.

वह तो बस नाम का पहरेदार है, काम कुछ नहीं करता।

पहरेदार बनना

— To take on the role of a protector.

मैं तुम्हारी खुशियों का पहरेदार बनूँगा।

पहरेदार की वर्दी

— The guard's uniform.

उसने नीले रंग की पहरेदार की वर्दी पहनी थी।

पहरेदार की चौकी

— The guard's post or small hut.

पहरेदार की चौकी गेट के पास ही है।

पहरेदार की हाजिरी

— The attendance of the guard.

मैनेजर ने पहरेदार की हाजिरी चेक की।

पहरेदार का खौफ

— The fear of the guard.

चोरों के मन में पहरेदार का खौफ था।

Se confunde a menudo con

पहरेदार vs चौकीदार

Very similar, but 'Chowkidar' is more colloquial/low-register.

पहरेदार vs रक्षक

Rक्षक is a protector/hero; Pahredar is a watchman/guard.

पहरेदार vs हवलदार

Havaldar is a specific police or army rank (Sergeant), not just any guard.

Modismos y expresiones

"पहरेदार की आँख से देखना"

— To look at something with suspicion or extreme caution.

पुलिस हर आने-जाने वाले को पहरेदार की आँख से देख रही थी।

Metaphorical

"वक्त का पहरेदार"

— A metaphor for someone who is very punctual or for time itself as a witness.

इतिहास वक्त का पहरेदार है।

Literary

"पहरेदार को सुला देना"

— To make the guard fall asleep (often by trickery or drugs).

चोरों ने पहरेदार को सुला दिया और चोरी कर ली।

Common

"अपनी जुबान पर पहरेदार बिठाना"

— To control one's speech or keep a secret strictly.

तुम्हें अपनी जुबान पर पहरेदार बिठाना सीखना होगा।

Metaphorical

"नींद का पहरेदार"

— A poetic way to describe someone who stays awake while others sleep.

चाँद रात की नींद का पहरेदार है।

Poetic

"पहरेदार की लाठी"

— Symbol of authority or a warning signal.

उसकी पहरेदार की लाठी ने सबको डरा दिया।

Symbolic

"दहलीज का पहरेदार"

— Someone who protects the honor of the house.

वह अपनी दहलीज का सच्चा पहरेदार है।

Cultural

"पहरेदार की पुकार"

— A warning call.

पहरेदार की पुकार सुनकर सब जाग गए।

Narrative

"बिना पहरेदार का घर"

— An unprotected or vulnerable situation.

यह दफ्तर तो बिना पहरेदार का घर बन गया है।

Colloquial

"पहरेदार की वफादारी"

— Extreme loyalty.

उसकी पहरेदार की वफादारी की मिसाल दी जाती है।

Formal

Fácil de confundir

पहरेदार vs पहरा

It's the root word.

Pahra is the act of guarding or the shift; Pahredar is the person.

वह पहरा दे रहा है (He is keeping watch).

पहरेदार vs दरबान

Both guard entrances.

Darbaan specifically means doorman/gatekeeper; Pahredar is more general.

दरबान ने गेट खोला।

पहरेदार vs संतरी

Both are guards.

Santri is specifically a military sentinel at a post.

संतरी ने बंदूक तानी।

पहरेदार vs रखवाला

Both protect things.

Rakhwala is a caretaker (like for a garden); Pahredar is for security.

बाग का रखवाला।

पहरेदार vs पुलिस

Both provide security.

Police is a law enforcement agency; Pahredar is a private or specific guard.

पुलिस आ गई।

Patrones de oraciones

[Subject] पहरेदार है।

वह पहरेदार है।

पहरेदार [Place] पर है।

पहरेदार गेट पर है।

पहरेदार ने [Object] को [Verb] किया।

पहरेदार ने चोर को पकड़ा।

[Concept] का पहरेदार

आज़ादी का पहरेदार

पहरेदार के रूप में [Noun]

पहरेदार के रूप में सुप्रीम कोर्ट

पहरेदार की [Abstract Noun]

पहरेदार की मुस्तैदी

[Noun] को पहरेदार चाहिए।

महल को पहरेदार चाहिए।

पहरेदार [Adjective] है।

पहरेदार सतर्क है।

Familia de palabras

Sustantivos

पहरा (Pahra - watch/shift)

पहरेदारी (Pahredari - guarding act)

पहरेदार (Pahredar - the person)

Verbos

पहरा देना (Pahra dena - to keep watch)

Adjetivos

पहरेदार (can act as a modifier)

पहरेदारी वाला (related to guarding)

Relacionado

सुरक्षा (Security)

रक्षा (Protection)

सतर्कता (Alertness)

चौकी (Post)

हथियार (Weapon)

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Cómo usarlo

frequency

Common in both spoken and written Hindi.

Errores comunes

Pahredare → Pahredar
The plural doesn't change in the direct case.
Pahredar ko (for plural) → Pahredaron ko
You must use the oblique plural '-on' with postpositions.
Using for a superhero → Rakshak
Superheroes save people; they don't just stand watch.
Pronouncing 'P' as 'Ph' → Pahredar (Unaspirated)
English speakers often add a puff of air to 'P', which changes the sound in Hindi.
Pahredar of a car → Rakhwala
You don't usually 'guard' a car like a building; you 'look after' it.

Consejos

Plural Rule

Don't add 'e' to the end. One guard is 'Pahredar', many guards are 'Pahredar'.

Suffix Power

Learning '-dar' helps you learn dozens of other Hindi words like 'Samajhdaar' (intelligent).

Night Calls

If you hear someone hitting a stick at night in India, that's the Pahredar doing his job.

Soft 'D'

Practice the dental 'D' by touching your tongue to your upper teeth.

Metaphors

Use 'Pahredar' to describe abstract things like 'conscience' to sound more poetic.

News Keywords

Listen for this word during news segments about border security.

Modern Usage

In modern cities, 'Security' is often used, but 'Pahredar' remains the soulful Hindi alternative.

Time Connection

Remember it relates to 'Prahar' (time) to remember the 'Pahra' part.

Door-Dar

Associate 'Dar' with 'Door' to remember they guard the entrance.

Respect

Always acknowledge a Pahredar with a nod; it's culturally expected.

Memorízalo

Mnemotecnia

Imagine a 'PAH-RE' (Power) 'DAR' (Door). A Pahredar is the person with the power over the door.

Asociación visual

Picture a tall man in a khaki uniform holding a long wooden stick (lathi) and a whistle, standing under a glowing yellow streetlamp.

Word Web

Guard Watchman Security Vigilance Night Gate Lathi Whistle

Desafío

Try to use 'Pahredar' in three different sentences today: one about a building, one about a dog, and one about a secret.

Origen de la palabra

Pahredar is a hybrid word of Hindustani origin, heavily influenced by Persian. 'Pahra' comes from the Sanskrit 'Prahar' (a period of time, roughly 3 hours), which evolved into the concept of a watch-shift. '-dar' is a Persian suffix meaning 'one who holds' or 'possessor of'.

Significado original: One who holds the watch or shift.

Indo-Aryan / Indo-Iranian

Contexto cultural

Always use respectful language when addressing a Pahredar; they are often hardworking individuals from lower socio-economic backgrounds.

Equivalent to 'Watchman' or 'Sentinel'. Unlike 'Security Guard', it feels more personal and traditional.

The song 'Jaagte Raho' from the film of the same name. The role of guards in the Red Fort (Lal Qila). The 'Chowkidar Chor Hai' vs 'Main Bhi Chowkidar' political slogans (using the synonym).

Practica en la vida real

Contextos reales

At a Building

पहरेदार कहाँ है?
पहरेदार को चाबी दे दो।
नया पहरेदार आया है।
पहरेदार सो रहा है।

In a Story

महल का पहरेदार
पहरेदार ने रोका
पहरेदार की तलवार
चालाक पहरेदार

News/Politics

सीमा के पहरेदार
लोकतंत्र का पहरेदार
पहरेदारी बढ़ा दी गई
पहरेदार की चूक

Daily Life

रात का पहरेदार
पहरेदार की लाठी
पहरेदार को बुलाओ
पहरेदार का काम

Metaphorical

जुबान का पहरेदार
दिल का पहरेदार
यादों का पहरेदार
संस्कृति का पहरेदार

Inicios de conversación

"क्या आपके अपार्टमेंट में कोई पहरेदार है?"

"क्या आपको लगता है कि पहरेदार की नौकरी मुश्किल है?"

"अगर आप एक दिन के लिए पहरेदार बनें, तो आप क्या करेंगे?"

"पुराने ज़माने के पहरेदार और आज के गार्ड में क्या फर्क है?"

"क्या आपका कुत्ता एक अच्छा पहरेदार है?"

Temas para diario

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Preguntas frecuentes

10 preguntas

It is grammatically masculine. For a female guard, you can technically use 'Pahredarni', but in modern Hindi, people usually use 'Pahredar' or 'Security Guard' for both.

Pahredar sounds slightly more formal and is often used in literary or historical contexts. Chowkidar is the everyday word for a watchman in a neighborhood.

In the direct case, it is 'Pahredar' (e.g., 'Pahredar aa gaye'). In the oblique case (with words like 'ko'), it is 'Pahredaron' (e.g., 'Pahredaron ko bulao').

Not usually. For a bodyguard, 'Ang-rakshak' is the correct term. Pahredar is for guarding places or perimeters.

Yes, it is very common and understood by all Hindi speakers.

It is a hybrid. 'Pahra' comes from Sanskrit 'Prahar', but the suffix '-dar' is Persian.

Yes, metaphorically. 'Mera kutta ghar ka pahredar hai' is a common sentence.

Pahredari is the noun form meaning 'the act of guarding' or 'vigilance'.

Yes, it is a standard job title. However, addressing them as 'Bhaiya' (brother) or 'Uncle' is more culturally polite.

Yes, it is often used for soldiers at the border in a respectful, patriotic sense.

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