पुरस्कार देना
To award; to give a prize or honor.
The Hindi verb phrase पुरस्कार देना (Puraskar Dena) is a compound verb that translates to "to award" or "to give a prize." It is formed by combining the Sanskrit-derived noun पुरस्कार (Puraskar), meaning 'award', 'reward', or 'honor', with the auxiliary verb देना (Dena), which means 'to give'. This phrase is primarily used in formal or semi-formal contexts where recognition is being bestowed upon someone for their achievements, hard work, or excellence in a particular field. While the word इनाम (Inaam) is often used for casual rewards or prizes in everyday conversation, पुरस्कार carries a weight of prestige and official recognition. You will encounter this term frequently in educational settings, government announcements, sports ceremonies, and literary discussions.
- Formal Recognition
- This term is the standard way to describe the act of presenting an official award, such as a national honor or a school trophy.
मुख्य अतिथि ने विजेता को पुरस्कार देना स्वीकार किया। (The chief guest agreed to give the award to the winner.)
In Indian society, the act of giving an award is often ceremonial. It involves a specific protocol where the giver (usually a person of high status or authority) and the receiver engage in a formal exchange. The use of पुरस्कार देना signifies that the reward is not just a material object but a symbol of respect and validation. For instance, when the President of India confers the Bharat Ratna, the media will invariably use the phrase पुरस्कार देना or its more formal variant पुरस्कार से सम्मानित करना. Understanding this word requires an appreciation for the hierarchy and the value placed on public acknowledgment in Hindi-speaking cultures.
स्कूल ने मेधावी छात्रों को पुरस्कार देने का निर्णय लिया है। (The school has decided to give awards to the meritorious students.)
- Etymological Root
- The word comes from 'Puras' (in front) and 'Kar' (to do), literally meaning 'to place someone at the front' or 'to honor'.
Furthermore, the context of पुरस्कार देना extends beyond physical trophies. It can refer to scholarships, certificates of merit, or even monetary grants given in recognition of talent. In literature, a writer might be 'given an award' for their contribution to the language. In corporate environments, an employee might be 'given an award' for being the 'Employee of the Month'. The versatility of the phrase lies in its ability to cover any scenario where achievement meets formal reward.
साहित्य अकादमी ने लेखक को पुरस्कार दिया। (The Sahitya Akademi gave the award to the writer.)
- Social Context
- Giving an award is considered a 'Punya' (meritorious act) or a 'Kartavya' (duty) of an institution to encourage excellence.
क्या आप मुझे यह पुरस्कार देना चाहते हैं? (Do you want to give me this award?)
To conclude, mastering पुरaskar dena is essential for anyone wishing to discuss professional achievements, academic success, or cultural ceremonies in Hindi. It bridges the gap between simple 'giving' and 'honoring'. Whether you are watching a Bollywood awards show or reading a news report about a scientist, this phrase will be your primary tool for understanding the concept of bestowing honors.
खेल मंत्री ने सभी खिलाड़ियों को पुरस्कार दिए। (The Sports Minister gave awards to all the players.)
Using पुरस्कार देना (Puraskar Dena) correctly involves understanding the grammatical structure of Hindi compound verbs and the dative case. The most common structure is: [Subject] + [Indirect Object + को (ko)] + [पुरस्कार] + [Conjugated form of देना]. Because पुरस्कार is the direct object and it is masculine, the verb देना often agrees with it in specific past tense constructions. Let us explore the nuances across different tenses and moods to ensure you can use this phrase fluently.
- Present Tense
- In the present continuous, it describes an ongoing action: 'संस्था पुरस्कार दे रही है' (The organization is giving the award).
वे हर साल अच्छे काम के लिए पुरस्कार देते हैं। (They give awards for good work every year.)
When talking about the past, Hindi uses the 'ne' particle with the subject for transitive verbs. Since देना is transitive, you must say 'उसने' (Usne) instead of 'वह' (Vah). The verb then agrees with the object पुरस्कार. If there is one award, it is दिया (diya); if there are multiple, it is दिए (diye). This is a common stumbling block for English speakers, as English verbs agree with the subject, not the object. Pay close attention to this shift in focus.
सरकार ने वैज्ञानिक को पुरस्कार दिया। (The government gave the award to the scientist.)
- Future Tense
- To express a future action: 'हम आपको कल पुरस्कार देंगे' (We will give you the award tomorrow).
In imperative sentences (giving commands or making requests), you might say 'उसे पुरस्कार दो' (Give him the award). This is common in organizational settings during planning. If you are being polite, you would use 'दीजिए' (deejiye). For example, 'कृपया विजेता को पुरस्कार दीजिए' (Please give the award to the winner). This level of formality is crucial when dealing with elders or superiors in an award ceremony context.
क्या आप उन्हें पुरस्कार देना पसंद करेंगे? (Would you like to give them the award?)
- Passive Usage
- While 'Puraskar Dena' is active, the passive 'Puraskar Diya Gaya' (The award was given) is very common in news headlines.
उसे बहादुरी के लिए पुरस्कार दिया गया। (He was given an award for bravery.)
Finally, consider the obligation construction. If you 'have to' give an award, you use 'padna' or 'hona'. 'मुझे उसे पुरस्कार देना होगा' (I will have to give him the award). This construction is useful when discussing rules or pre-planned events. By practicing these various forms, you will move beyond a basic understanding and start using पुरस्कार देना with the precision of a native speaker.
हमें ईमानदारी के लिए पुरस्कार देना चाहिए। (We should give an award for honesty.)
If you are in India or consuming Hindi media, you will hear पुरस्कार देना (Puraskar Dena) in several distinct environments. The most prominent is the world of entertainment. Bollywood award shows like the IIFA, Filmfare, and National Film Awards are televised events watched by millions. During these shows, the host will constantly use phrases like "अब मैं आमंत्रित करना चाहूँगा... पुरस्कार देने के लिए" (Now I would like to invite... to give the award). The dramatic tension built around the act of giving the award makes this phrase highly recognizable.
- News and Media
- News anchors use this term when reporting on international achievements, such as an Indian scientist winning a Nobel Prize or a local hero being recognized by the state.
आज राष्ट्रपति भवन में कलाकारों को पुरस्कार दिया जाएगा। (Today, awards will be given to artists at Rashtrapati Bhavan.)
Another very common setting is the Indian educational system. From primary schools to elite universities, 'Annual Day' or 'Prize Distribution Day' is a major event. You will hear principals and teachers announcing, "हम हर कक्षा के प्रथम छात्र को पुरस्कार देंगे" (We will give an award to the first student of every class). For many Hindi speakers, their first memory of this word is associated with the nervous excitement of standing on a stage while a guest prepares to पुरस्कार देना.
प्रधानाचार्य ने खेल प्रतियोगिता के विजेताओं को पुरस्कार दिए। (The principal gave awards to the winners of the sports competition.)
- Literature and Art
- Literary festivals like the Jaipur Literature Festival often feature discussions about the ethics and impact of 'giving awards' to writers.
In the corporate world, the phrase is used during town hall meetings or annual appraisals. Managers might say, "हम इस साल के सर्वश्रेष्ठ कर्मचारी को पुरस्कार देना चाहते हैं" (We want to give an award to the best employee of this year). This usage highlights the shift from purely academic or artistic honors to professional recognition. It is a word that signifies progress and the successful completion of a goal.
कंपनी ने सेल्स टीम को उनके प्रदर्शन के लिए पुरस्कार दिया। (The company gave an award to the sales team for their performance.)
- Social Media
- Influencers and YouTubers often host 'giveaways', and while they might use 'giveaway' in English, the formal description in Hindi often uses 'पुरस्कार देना'.
क्या सरकार को इन वैज्ञानिकों को पुरस्कार देना चाहिए? (Should the government give awards to these scientists?)
In summary, पुरस्कार देना is not a niche academic term; it is a living part of the Hindi language used to celebrate excellence across all strata of society. Whether it is a gold medal at the Olympics or a small certificate in a village school, the phrase remains the primary way to express the act of rewarding merit.
विजेता को एक लाख रुपये का पुरस्कार दिया गया। (The winner was given an award of one lakh rupees.)
Learning to use पुरस्कार देना (Puraskar Dena) involves navigating several linguistic hurdles common to English speakers. The most frequent mistake is confusing देना (Dena - to give) with लेना (Lena - to take/receive). Students often say "मैने पुरस्कार दिया" (I gave the award) when they actually mean "मुझे पुरस्कार मिला" (I received the award). Always remember that देना indicates the action of the person bestowing the honor, not the one receiving it.
- The 'Ne' Particle Error
- In the past tense, beginners often forget to add 'ne' after the subject. Correct: 'राम ने पुरस्कार दिया'. Incorrect: 'राम पुरस्कार दिया'.
गलत: वह मुझे पुरस्कार दिया। सही: उसने मुझे पुरस्कार दिया। (Incorrect: He gave me award. Correct: He gave me the award.)
Another common error is related to the gender of पुरस्कार. Some learners assume it is feminine because it ends in 'r' or 'a' sounds that might be ambiguous, but it is strictly masculine. Therefore, you should never say 'पुरस्कार दी' (puraskar di). It must always be 'पुरस्कार दिया' (puraskar diya). If you are giving multiple awards, it becomes 'पुरस्कार दिए' (puraskar diye). Misgendering the noun leads to the wrong verb conjugation, which is a hallmark of a beginner level mistake.
गलत: उसने मुझे एक पुरस्कार दी। सही: उसने मुझे एक पुरस्कार दिया। (Incorrect: She gave me an award. Correct: She gave me an award.)
- Register Confusion
- Using 'Inaam dena' in a very formal context (like a national ceremony) can sound slightly too casual, while using 'Puraskar dena' for a small bet between friends sounds overly dramatic.
A subtle mistake involves the use of the verb करना (Karna) instead of देना (Dena). While पुरस्कृत करना (Puraskrit karna) is a valid and highly formal way to say "to reward", saying पुरस्कार करना is grammatically incorrect. You give (dena) an award, you don't 'do' (karna) an award. Stick to पुरस्कार देना unless you are confident with the adjectival form पुरस्कृत.
गलत: समिति ने उन्हें पुरस्कार किया। सही: समिति ने उन्हें पुरस्कार दिया। (Incorrect: The committee 'did' them an award. Correct: The committee gave them an award.)
- Word Order
- Hindi is SOV (Subject-Object-Verb). Placing 'dena' anywhere else in the sentence will sound unnatural. 'पुरस्कार दिया उसने' is poetic but confusing for everyday use.
गलत: देना पुरस्कार उसे। सही: उसे पुरस्कार दो। (Incorrect: Give award him. Correct: Give him the award.)
Lastly, avoid using पुरस्कार देना for bribes. For bribes, the word is रिश्वत देना (Rishwat dena). Using the word for 'award' in a negative context like bribery will cause confusion and might even be taken as a joke. पुरस्कार is always positive and merit-based.
To truly master Hindi, you must understand the spectrum of words related to 'rewarding' and 'giving'. While पुरस्कार देना (Puraskar Dena) is the standard term, several alternatives exist depending on the level of formality and the nature of the reward. The most common synonym is इनाम देना (Inaam Dena). इनाम is of Persian/Urdu origin and is used for prizes in games, small rewards for children, or casual bets. It feels less 'official' than पुरस्कार.
- पुरस्कार vs इनाम
- Puraskar is for a 'Nobel Prize'; Inaam is for winning a local race or a lucky draw.
पिताजी ने मुझे अच्छे अंक लाने पर इनाम दिया। (Father gave me a prize for getting good marks.)
For even higher levels of formality, you might use सम्मानित करना (Sammaanit Karna), which means 'to honor'. This phrase is often used when the award is a title or a gesture of respect rather than just a physical object. For example, 'उन्हें पद्म श्री से सम्मानित किया गया' (He was honored with the Padma Shri). Here, the focus is on the honor (Sammaan) rather than the act of giving (Dena).
राष्ट्रपति ने सैनिकों को सम्मानित किया। (The President honored the soldiers.)
- Other Alternatives
- उपहार देना (Uphaar dena) means 'to give a gift'. This is used for birthdays or personal occasions, not for merit-based achievements.
In literary or highly formal Hindi, you will see पुरस्कृत करना (Puraskrit Karna). This is a single verb form derived from the same root. It is used in written reports or formal speeches. For example, 'विजेताओं को पुरस्कृत किया गया' (The winners were rewarded/awarded). This sounds more professional than 'पुरस्कार दिया गया'. As a learner, being able to recognize both forms will significantly improve your reading comprehension of Hindi newspapers and literature.
संस्था हर साल उभरते लेखकों को पुरस्कृत करती है। (The organization rewards emerging writers every year.)
- Specific Contexts
- बख्शीश देना (Bakhsheesh dena) is used for 'tipping' a waiter or service worker. Do not confuse this with an award!
हमें उन्हें उनकी मेहनत के लिए पुरस्कार देना चाहिए। (We should give them an award for their hard work.)
By understanding these distinctions, you can choose the right word for the right situation. Whether you are giving a 'gift' to a friend (uphaar), a 'prize' to a child (inaam), or an 'award' to a professional (puraskar), your choice of vocabulary will reflect your deep understanding of Hindi social nuances.
Ejemplos por nivel
शिक्षक ने मुझे पुरस्कार दिया।
The teacher gave me an award.
Simple past tense with 'ne'. 'Diya' agrees with 'Puraskar'.
यह एक बड़ा पुरस्कार है।
This is a big award.
Descriptive sentence using 'hai'. No action verb here, just the noun.
क्या आप पुरस्कार देंगे?
Will you give the award?
Future tense 'denge' (polite/plural).
उसे पुरस्कार दो।
Give him the award.
Imperative form 'do' (neutral/informal).
मुझे पुरस्कार चाहिए।
I want the award.
Use of 'chahiye' for wanting/needing.
माँ ने पुरस्कार देखा।
Mother saw the award.
Past tense of 'dekhna' with 'ne'.
स्कूल पुरस्कार देता है।
The school gives awards.
Present habitual tense 'deta hai'.
छोटा पुरस्कार, बड़ी खुशी।
Small award, big happiness.
A phrase showing adjective-noun agreement.
कल स्कूल में पुरस्कार देंगे।
They will give awards in school tomorrow.
Future tense 'denge' used for an upcoming event.
विजेता को पुरस्कार दिया गया।
The award was given to the winner.
Passive voice 'diya gaya'.
आपको यह पुरस्कार मिलना चाहिए।
You should get this award.
Use of 'milna' (to get) as the counterpart to 'dena'.
मुख्य अतिथि ने पुरस्कार दिए।
The chief guest gave the awards.
Plural 'diye' because there were multiple awards.
अच्छे काम के लिए पुरस्कार दो।
Give an award for good work.
'ke liye' (for) showing the reason for the award.
क्या आपने पुरस्कार देखा?
Did you see the award?
Interrogative past tense.
हम सबको पुरस्कार देंगे।
We will give awards to everyone.
Future tense 'denge' with 'sabko'.
वह खुशी से पुरस्कार दे रहा है।
He is giving the award with happiness.
Present continuous 'de raha hai'.
सरकार ने वैज्ञानिक को उनकी खोज के लिए पुरस्कार दिया।
The government gave the scientist an award for his discovery.
Complex sentence with a reason ('ke liye') and indirect object ('ko').
अगर तुम जीतोगे, तो मैं तुम्हें पुरस्कार दूँगा।
If you win, I will give you an award.
Conditional sentence 'agar... toh'.
संस्था हर साल साहित्य के क्षेत्र में पुरस्कार देती है।
The organization gives awards in the field of literature every year.
Present habitual with a locative phrase 'ke kshetra mein'.
उन्हें बहादुरी के लिए मरणोपरांत पुरस्कार दिया गया।
He was given a posthumous award for bravery.
Use of the advanced term 'marnoparant' (posthumous).
पुरस्कार देने की प्रक्रिया बहुत लंबी है।
The process of giving the award is very long.
Gerundive use 'dene ki' (of giving).
क्या आप मुझे बता सकते हैं कि पुरस्कार किसे दिया गया?
Can you tell me who the award was given to?
Indirect question using 'ki' and 'kise'.
विजेता का नाम घोषित करने के बाद पुरस्कार दिया जाएगा।
The award will be given after announcing the winner's name.
Time clause 'ke baad' (after).
हमें इस खिलाड़ी को पुरस्कार देना चाहिए था।
We should have given an award to this player.
Past obligation 'chahiye tha'.
समिति ने पारदर्शिता सुनिश्चित करने के बाद ही पुरस्कार देने का निर्णय लिया।
The committee decided to give the award only after ensuring transparency.
Complex sentence with 'sunishchit karne के बाद ही'.
इस प्रतिष्ठित पुरस्कार को देना हमारे लिए गर्व की बात है।
It is a matter of pride for us to give this prestigious award.
Infinitive as a subject 'puraskar ko dena'.
पुरस्कार देने के समारोह को पूरे देश में प्रसारित किया गया।
The award-giving ceremony was broadcast across the country.
Passive voice 'prasarit kiya gaya'.
लेखक ने पुरस्कार लेने से मना कर दिया क्योंकि वह सरकार के खिलाफ थे।
The writer refused to take the award because he was against the government.
Contrast between 'lena' (take) and the implied 'dena' (give).
बिना किसी भेदभाव के पुरस्कार देना ही सही न्याय है।
Giving awards without any discrimination is true justice.
Abstract usage with 'bina kisi bhedbhav ke'.
क्या पुरस्कार देना ही सफलता का एकमात्र पैमाना है?
Is giving an award the only measure of success?
Philosophical question with 'ekmatra paimana'.
उनकी उपलब्धियों को देखते हुए, उन्हें पुरस्कार देना अनिवार्य था।
Considering their achievements, giving them an award was mandatory.
Participle phrase 'dekhte hue'.
पुरस्कार देने वालों ने अपनी पहचान गुप्त रखने का फैसला किया।
The award-givers decided to keep their identity secret.
Agentive noun 'dene walon' (those who give).
पुरस्कार देने की सार्थकता तभी है जब वह योग्य व्यक्ति को मिले।
The significance of giving an award exists only when it is received by a deserving person.
Abstract noun 'sarthakta' (significance) and conditional 'tabhi... jab'.
अकादमी ने अपनी नीतियों में बदलाव करते हुए अब मरणोपरांत पुरस्कार न देने का निर्णय लिया है।
Changing its policies, the academy has now decided not to give posthumous awards.
Present participle 'badlav karte hue' and negative infinitive 'na dene'.
किसी को पुरस्कार देना उसे समाज की मुख्यधारा में लाने का एक सशक्त माध्यम है।
Giving someone an award is a powerful medium to bring them into the mainstream of society.
Complex sociological statement.
पुरस्कार देने के पीछे का मनोविज्ञान अक्सर प्रोत्साहन और प्रतिस्पर्धा से जुड़ा होता है।
The psychology behind giving awards is often linked to encouragement and competition.
Genitive phrase 'ke peeche ka manovigyan'.
जजों के लिए यह तय करना कठिन था कि किसे पुरस्कार दिया जाए और किसे नहीं।
It was difficult for the judges to decide who should be given the award and who should not.
Subjunctive use 'diya jaaye'.
पुरस्कार देने की इस परंपरा ने दशकों से कलाकारों को प्रेरित किया है।
This tradition of giving awards has inspired artists for decades.
Present perfect 'prerit kiya hai'.
राजनीतिक दबाव में पुरस्कार देना संस्था की विश्वसनीयता पर सवाल उठाता है।
Giving awards under political pressure raises questions about the organization's credibility.
Complex subject 'rajneetik dabav mein puraskar dena'.
उन्होंने पुरस्कार देने की अपनी योजना को अंतिम समय में स्थगित कर दिया।
They postponed their plan to give the award at the last minute.
Compound verb 'stha-git kar diya'.
पुरस्कार देना केवल एक भौतिक क्रिया नहीं, बल्कि कृतज्ञता की एक आध्यात्मिक अभिव्यक्ति भी हो सकती है।
Giving an award is not just a physical act, but can also be a spiritual expression of gratitude.
Philosophical contrast 'keval... nahi, balki'.
इतिहास गवाह है कि पुरस्कार देने की शक्ति का उपयोग अक्सर सत्ता को वैध बनाने के लिए किया गया है।
History is witness that the power of giving awards has often been used to legitimize authority.
Historical analysis with 'vaidh banane ke liye'.
पुरस्कार देने की प्रक्रिया में निहित निष्पक्षता ही उसकी वास्तविक गरिमा को परिभाषित करती है।
The impartiality inherent in the process of giving an award defines its true dignity.
High-level vocabulary like 'nihit' (inherent) and 'garima' (dignity).
यदि हम प्रतिभा को पुरस्कृत नहीं करते, तो हम समाज के बौद्धिक ह्रास को बढ़ावा देते हैं।
If we do not reward talent, we encourage the intellectual decline of society.
Conditional 'yadi... toh' with abstract concepts.
पुरस्कार देने के मानदण्डों में समय के साथ आए बदलाव समाज की बदलती प्राथमिकताओं को दर्शाते हैं।
Changes in the criteria for giving awards over time reflect the changing priorities of society.
Complex genitive 'manadandon mein... aaye badlav'.
पुरस्कार देना एक द्विपक्षीय संवाद है जहाँ दाता और प्राप्तकर्ता दोनों का सम्मान सन्निहित होता है।
Giving an award is a bilateral dialogue where the honor of both the giver and the receiver is embodied.
Advanced term 'sannihit' (embodied/contained).
साहित्यिक पुरस्कार देने वाली संस्थाओं को अक्सर वैचारिक पक्षपात के आरोपों का सामना करना पड़ता है।
Institutions that give literary awards often have to face allegations of ideological bias.
Agentive phrase 'puraskar dene wali sansthaon'.
पुरस्कार देने का औचित्य इस बात पर निर्भर करता है कि वह समाज में क्या संदेश प्रसारित कर रहा है।
The justification for giving an award depends on what message it is broadcasting in society.
Abstract noun 'auchitya' (justification).
Ejemplo
राजा ने विजेता को पुरस्कार दिया।
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आचार संहिता
B1Un conjunto de reglas que describen las responsabilidades o las prácticas adecuadas para un individuo u organización.
आगे बढ़ाना
A2Hacer avanzar algo o a alguien. Por ejemplo, promover un proyecto o pasar un objeto hacia adelante.
आहरित करना
B1Retirar; sacar dinero de una cuenta.
आहिस्ता-आहिस्ता
B1Lentamente; gradualmente; a un ritmo lento.
आजीविका
B1Livelihood; a means of securing the necessities of life.
आंकड़े इकट्ठा करना
B1Recopilar hechos y estadísticas para su análisis.
आलेख तैयार करना
B1To draft a document; to prepare a written piece.
आलस्य से
B1Lazily; in a way that shows a lack of effort or enthusiasm.
आमदनी
A2Ingresos, ganancias
आने वाला कल
B1On the day after today.
