रिक्त करना
रिक्त करना en 30 segundos
- A formal verb meaning to empty or vacate.
- Derived from Sanskrit 'Rikt' and Hindi 'Karna'.
- Commonly used in legal, administrative, and news contexts.
- Requires 'ne' in past tense and agrees with the object.
The Hindi verb रिक्त करना (rikt karnā) is a sophisticated and formal way to express the action of emptying something or making a space vacant. While the common word for 'empty' in Hindi is 'khālī', 'rikt' carries a Sanskrit-derived weight that elevates the register of the conversation. It is composed of the adjective 'rikt' (empty/vacant) and the auxiliary verb 'karnā' (to do). You will encounter this term most frequently in official documents, academic literature, legal proceedings, and high-level administrative contexts. To understand its usage, one must appreciate the nuance of 'vacating' versus simply 'emptying'. While you might 'khālī' a bottle of water, a high-ranking official would 'rikt' their position or office. This distinction is crucial for Hindi learners aiming for a professional or literary level of fluency. The word implies a systematic or formal removal of contents or occupants. In a physical sense, it describes the act of clearing out a space so that nothing remains inside. In a metaphorical or administrative sense, it refers to leaving a post or a seat of power, thereby creating a 'rikti' or vacancy. This verb is also used in philosophical contexts, such as the meditative practice of emptying the mind of thoughts, where 'rikt karnā' suggests a deliberate, disciplined clearing of the mental landscape.
- Formal Context
- Used in government notifications regarding job vacancies or the evacuation of premises.
- Literary Nuance
- Often found in poetry and classical prose to describe a heart or a vessel being emptied of emotion or substance.
- Administrative Usage
- Refers to the process of declaring a position open for new applicants after the previous holder leaves.
अधिकारी ने अपना पद रिक्त करने का निर्णय लिया। (The officer decided to vacate his post.)
सफाई कर्मचारी को कूड़ेदान रिक्त करना पड़ा। (The sanitation worker had to empty the trash bin.)
ध्यान के दौरान अपने विचारों को रिक्त करना आवश्यक है। (It is necessary to empty your thoughts during meditation.)
मकान मालिक ने किराएदार से घर रिक्त करने को कहा। (The landlord asked the tenant to vacate the house.)
वैज्ञानिक ने प्रयोग के लिए जार को रिक्त किया। (The scientist emptied the jar for the experiment.)
In everyday speech, if you tell a friend to empty a glass, you would say 'glass khālī kar do'. However, if you are reading a news report about a political leader resigning, the news anchor will likely say 'unhone apna pad rikt kar diya hai'. This demonstrates the 'tatsam' nature of the word—words borrowed directly from Sanskrit—which are preferred in formal Hindi. Furthermore, 'rikt karna' is often paired with specific nouns to form collocations like 'sthan rikt karna' (to vacate a place) or 'pad rikt karna' (to vacate a position). Understanding these pairings helps in identifying the context quickly. Whether it is a physical container, a digital storage space, or a metaphorical mental state, 'rikt karna' signifies a transition from a state of being full to a state of being void. This verb is essential for anyone looking to navigate the worlds of Indian bureaucracy, formal education, or classical literature.
Using रिक्त करना (rikt karnā) correctly requires an understanding of Hindi verb conjugation and the appropriate context for formal vocabulary. As a compound verb (adjective + auxiliary), only the 'karnā' part changes to reflect tense, aspect, gender, and number. The adjective 'rikt' remains constant. For example, in the present continuous tense, you would say 'main bartan rikt kar raha hoon' (I am emptying the vessel). In the past tense, it becomes 'usne kamra rikt kiya' (He/She emptied/vacated the room). Note the use of the 'ne' postposition in the past tense because 'rikt karna' is a transitive verb. This is a common area of struggle for learners, so practicing the ergative construction with this verb is highly beneficial. When using it in the future tense, you might say 'kal tak hum yeh ghar rikt kar denge' (We will vacate this house by tomorrow). Here, the addition of the auxiliary 'denā' (as 'denge') adds a sense of completion or benefit to another person, which is common in Hindi compound verb structures.
- Transitive Usage
- Since you are emptying 'something', the object usually takes the focus. Example: 'pustakalay ko rikt karna' (to empty the library).
- Causative Nuance
- While 'rikt karna' is to empty, you can use 'rikt karvana' to mean 'to have something emptied' by someone else.
- Passive Voice
- In formal reports, you might see 'pad rikt kiya gaya' (the post was vacated/made vacant).
क्या आप इस अलमारी को रिक्त कर सकते हैं? (Can you empty/vacate this cupboard?)
सरकार ने पुराने भवनों को रिक्त करने का आदेश दिया है। (The government has ordered the vacating of old buildings.)
उसने अपनी जेबें रिक्त कर दीं। (He emptied his pockets.)
हमें शाम तक यह हॉल रिक्त करना होगा। (We will have to vacate this hall by evening.)
विमान से उतरने से पहले यात्रियों को अपनी सीटें रिक्त करनी पड़ीं। (Passengers had to vacate their seats before deboarding the plane.)
Beyond simple physical actions, 'rikt karna' is used in complex sentence structures involving purpose or necessity. For instance, 'Sthan rikt karne ke liye' (In order to vacate the place). It also appears in formal requests: 'Kripya is sthan ko turant rikt karein' (Please vacate this place immediately). In academic writing, you might describe a process of depletion using this verb: 'Sansadhano ko rikt karna paryavaran ke liye hanikarak hai' (Depleting/Emptying resources is harmful to the environment). Here, 'rikt karna' acts as a gerund (verbal noun). The versatility of this verb lies in its ability to sound authoritative yet neutral. It describes the state of change without necessarily implying the messiness that 'khali karna' might suggest. By mastering the conjugation and the agreement rules associated with 'rikt karna', a learner moves from basic conversational Hindi to a level where they can participate in formal discussions and understand official communications.
While you might not hear रिक्त करना (rikt karnā) at a vegetable market, it is a staple of several specific environments in India. First and foremost is the **Legal and Administrative Sphere**. If you are ever involved in a property dispute or are dealing with government housing, the term 'eviction' or 'vacation of premises' is almost always translated as 'sthan rikt karna'. Legal notices will serve orders to 'parisar rikt karein' (vacate the premises). Secondly, in the **World of Employment**, specifically government jobs (Sarkari Naukri), the term 'rikti' (vacancy) is used constantly. When a high-level official retires, the news will report that they have 'apna pad rikt kar diya' (vacated their post). This is a very common phrase in Hindi news broadcasts on channels like DD News or in newspapers like Dainik Jagran. Thirdly, in **Educational and Academic Settings**, a professor might discuss 'koshon ko rikt karna' (emptying the cells/vessels) in a science lecture, or a philosophy teacher might talk about 'man ko rikt karna' (emptying the mind) in the context of Buddhist or Vedantic thought.
- News Media
- Used when reporting on political resignations or the conclusion of a term of office.
- Public Announcements
- At railway stations or airports, during emergencies, instructions to 'vacate the area' use this formal phrasing.
- Literature & Poetry
- Used to describe a sense of loss or the emptying of one's soul or heart.
समाचार: 'मुख्यमंत्री ने आज अपना कार्यालय रिक्त कर दिया।' (News: 'The Chief Minister vacated his office today.')
न्यायालय का आदेश: 'किराएदार को एक महीने के भीतर मकान रिक्त करना होगा।' (Court Order: 'The tenant must vacate the house within one month.')
रेलवे उद्घोषणा: 'कृपया आपातकालीन द्वार के सामने का स्थान रिक्त करें।' (Railway Announcement: 'Please vacate the space in front of the emergency exit.')
कक्षा में: 'प्रयोग शुरू करने से पहले बीकर को रिक्त करना न भूलें।' (In class: 'Don't forget to empty the beaker before starting the experiment.')
लेखक: 'उसने अपने मन के सारे संतापों को कागज़ पर लिखकर हृदय रिक्त कर लिया।' (Author: 'He emptied his heart by writing all his sorrows on paper.')
Another interesting place where you will find this word is in **Digital Interfaces**. While many apps in India use English, Hindi-localized versions of software or government portals will use 'rikt karein' for 'clear' or 'empty' (like 'Empty Trash' or 'Clear Form'). In the **Religious and Spiritual Discourse**, 'rikt' is a powerful concept. It is often linked to 'Shunyata' (emptiness/voidness). A guru might instruct a disciple to 'rikt karna' their ego to receive divine knowledge. Thus, the word spans from the most mundane bureaucratic tasks to the highest levels of spiritual realization. Hearing 'rikt karna' provides an immediate cue that the speaker is either in an official capacity or is engaging in a serious, thoughtful discussion. For a learner, recognizing this word helps in filtering the tone of the environment they are in.
One of the most frequent mistakes learners make with रिक्त करना (rikt karnā) is using it in overly casual situations where 'khālī karnā' would be more appropriate. Imagine being at a dinner table and asking someone to 'thali rikt kar do' (vacate the plate); it sounds unnaturally formal, almost as if you are issuing a legal notice to the food. Use 'khālī' for everyday objects like glasses, plates, and bags when talking to friends or family. Another common error involves the **Gender Agreement** in the perfective tense. Since 'rikt' is an adjective used in a compound verb, learners often forget that the verb 'karnā' must agree with the object. For instance, 'Maine balti (feminine) rikt kiya' is incorrect; it should be 'Maine balti rikt ki'. This 'ne' construction and gender agreement is a hurdle for most English speakers because English verbs do not change based on the object's gender.
- Over-Formalization
- Using 'rikt karna' for small, everyday actions like emptying a pocket or a small box in a casual conversation.
- Agreement Errors
- Failing to match the gender of the verb with the object in the past tense (e.g., using 'kiya' for feminine objects).
- Confusion with 'Rikt Hona'
- Confusing the active 'rikt karna' (to empty) with the intransitive 'rikt hona' (to become empty/vacant).
गलत: मैंने बोतल रिक्त किया। (Wrong: I emptied the bottle - masculine verb with feminine object.)
सही: मैंने बोतल रिक्त की। (Correct: I emptied the bottle.)
गलत: क्या आप अपनी कुर्सी रिक्त करेंगे? (Too formal for a friend: Will you vacate your chair?)
सही (Casual): क्या आप अपनी कुर्सी खाली करेंगे? (Correct casual: Will you empty/leave your chair?)
भ्रम: 'स्थान रिक्त है' (The place is vacant) vs 'स्थान रिक्त करें' (Vacate the place).
A third mistake is the confusion between **'Rikt' and 'Shunya'**. While both can mean empty or zero, 'Shunya' refers more to the mathematical zero or a total void/nothingness, whereas 'Rikt' refers to a vacancy or a space that is currently empty but could be filled. You 'rikt' a seat so someone else can sit; you don't 'shunya' it. Furthermore, learners often forget that 'rikt karna' can also be used for 'deleting' in a digital context. Forgetting this can make it hard to navigate Hindi software. Lastly, pay attention to the pronunciation of 'rikt'. It has a crisp 'k' and a dental 't'. Mispronouncing it as 'ri-kat' or 'rich-it' is a common phonological error for beginners. Avoiding these pitfalls will ensure that your use of this high-register verb is both grammatically correct and socially appropriate.
In Hindi, the concept of 'emptying' can be expressed through several words, each with its own flavor and level of formality. The most common alternative to रिक्त करना (rikt karnā) is **खाली करना (khālī karnā)**. 'Khālī' is an Urdu-origin word that is used in 90% of daily conversations. It is versatile, easy to conjugate, and sounds natural in almost any informal or semi-formal setting. If you are emptying a trash can, a cup, or a room in your house, 'khālī karnā' is your best bet. Another alternative is **शून्य करना (shūnya karnā)**, which means 'to zero out' or 'to nullify'. This is used in mathematics, physics, or when talking about neutralizing an effect. For example, 'prabhav ko shūnya karna' (to nullify the effect).
- Rikt Karna vs. Khālī Karna
- Rikt is formal/Sanskritized; Khālī is common/Urdu-origin. Rikt is for 'vacating' posts; Khālī is for 'emptying' bottles.
- Rikt Karna vs. Tyāgnā
- Tyāgnā means 'to abandon' or 'to sacrifice'. While you might 'rikt' a post, you 'tyāg' a throne or a habit.
- Rikt Karna vs. Safāī Karna
- Safāī karna means 'to clean'. Sometimes emptying is part of cleaning, but they are not identical.
तुलना: 'गिलास खाली करो' (Casual) vs 'पद रिक्त करो' (Formal).
शून्य करना: 'उसने अपने बैंक खाते को शून्य कर दिया।' (He zeroed out/emptied his bank account.)
विस्थापित करना: 'बाढ़ के कारण लोगों को घर रिक्त करने के लिए विस्थापित किया गया।' (People were displaced to vacate their homes due to floods.)
निकास करना: 'भवन से हवा का निकास करना ज़रूरी है।' (It is necessary to exhaust/empty the air from the building.)
हटाना: 'मेज से सामान हटाओ।' (Remove the items from the table - a simpler way to empty a surface.)
For more specific contexts, you might use **निकास करना (nikās karnā)** meaning 'to drain' or 'to exhaust' (liquids or gases). In legal terms, **बेदखल करना (bedakhal karnā)** means 'to evict', which often results in the space being 'rikt'. Another poetic word is **रीता करना (rītā karnā)**, which is a dialectal or literary variation of 'rikt karna'. It is often used in folk songs and old poetry to describe an empty vessel or a heart devoid of love. Finally, **विहीन करना (vihīn karnā)** means 'to deprive' or 'to make something devoid of something else'. For example, 'shakti-vihin karna' (to deprive of power). Understanding these synonyms allows you to choose the exact 'shade' of emptiness you wish to convey, making your Hindi more expressive and precise.
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Dato curioso
The word 'rikt' is a 'Tatsam' word, meaning it has been taken into Hindi directly from Sanskrit without any phonetic changes over thousands of years.
Guía de pronunciación
- Pronouncing 'rikt' as 'ri-kat'. It is a single syllable cluster.
- Using an English alveolar 't' instead of the Hindi dental 't'.
- Over-emphasizing the 'a' at the end of 'karna' like 'karnaaah'.
- Pronouncing 'r' as a guttural sound.
- Missing the 'k' sound in the 'kt' cluster.
Nivel de dificultad
Common in newspapers and signs, so it's essential to recognize.
Requires knowledge of 'ne' construction and gender agreement.
Choosing the right register (formal vs informal) is tricky.
Clearly pronounced in formal announcements.
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Transitive Verbs in Past Tense
Maine (Subject + ne) bartan (Object) rikt kiya (Verb agrees with Object).
Compound Verbs with 'Karna'
Rikt (Adjective) + Karna (Auxiliary) = To empty.
Causative Formation
Rikt Karna -> Rikt Karvana (To cause someone to empty).
Infinitive as a Noun
Sthan rikt karna (Vacating the place) zaroori hai.
Agreement with Feminine Objects
Usne kursi rikt ki (not kiya).
Ejemplos por nivel
कृपया यह डिब्बा रिक्त करें।
Please empty this box.
Simple imperative (request) form.
उसने अपना बैग रिक्त किया।
He emptied his bag.
Past tense with 'ne' postposition.
क्या मैं यह गिलास रिक्त करूँ?
Should I empty this glass?
First-person subjunctive for seeking permission.
मेज को रिक्त करो।
Empty the table.
Direct imperative form.
वह कमरा रिक्त कर रहा है।
He is emptying the room.
Present continuous tense.
हमें यह टोकरी रिक्त करनी है।
We have to empty this basket.
Obligation structure (Infinitve + hai).
पानी की बोतल रिक्त करो।
Empty the water bottle.
Simple command.
उन्होंने कूड़ेदान रिक्त किया।
They emptied the dustbin.
Third-person plural past tense.
अधिकारी ने अपना पद रिक्त कर दिया।
The officer vacated his post.
Compound verb 'kar diya' shows completion.
क्या आप यह स्थान रिक्त कर सकते हैं?
Can you vacate this place?
Use of 'sakna' for capability/request.
सफाई के लिए अलमारी रिक्त करनी होगी।
The cupboard will have to be emptied for cleaning.
Future obligation with feminine object agreement.
उसने अपनी जेबें रिक्त कीं।
He emptied his pockets.
Past tense agreeing with plural feminine object 'jebon'.
किराएदार ने मकान रिक्त कर दिया है।
The tenant has vacated the house.
Present perfect tense.
हमें कल तक यह हॉल रिक्त करना है।
We have to vacate this hall by tomorrow.
Deadline with 'tak'.
उसने जार को रिक्त किया और उसे धोया।
He emptied the jar and washed it.
Two sequential actions in the past.
कृपया अपनी सीटें रिक्त करें।
Please vacate your seats.
Formal plural imperative.
सरकार ने अवैध कब्जों को रिक्त करने का आदेश दिया।
The government ordered the vacating of illegal occupations.
Use of 'rikt karne ka' as a gerund phrase.
मैनेजर ने उसे अपना केबिन रिक्त करने को कहा।
The manager asked him to vacate his cabin.
Indirect speech structure.
ध्यान के माध्यम से मन को रिक्त करना संभव है।
It is possible to empty the mind through meditation.
Abstract usage of the verb.
विमान परिचारिका ने यात्रियों से गलियारा रिक्त करने का अनुरोध किया।
The flight attendant requested the passengers to vacate the aisle.
Formal 'anurodh' (request) structure.
उसने अपनी अलमारी रिक्त की ताकि नए कपड़े रख सके।
She emptied her cupboard so she could keep new clothes.
Purpose clause with 'taki'.
अदालत ने उसे घर रिक्त करने के लिए एक महीने का समय दिया।
The court gave him one month's time to vacate the house.
Infinitive used as an adjective for 'samay' (time).
क्या आपने अपना पुराना ईमेल इनबॉक्स रिक्त किया?
Did you empty your old email inbox?
Digital context usage.
सैनिकों को तुरंत सीमा क्षेत्र रिक्त करने का निर्देश मिला।
Soldiers received instructions to vacate the border area immediately.
Passive-like structure with 'nirdesh mila'.
प्राकृतिक संसाधनों को इतनी तेज़ी से रिक्त करना भविष्य के लिए खतरनाक है।
Emptying/Depleting natural resources so quickly is dangerous for the future.
Gerundial use as the subject of the sentence.
इस्तीफा देने के बाद, मंत्री ने अपना सरकारी आवास रिक्त कर दिया।
After resigning, the minister vacated his government residence.
Participial phrase 'istifa dene ke baad'.
पुलिस ने बम की धमकी के बाद मॉल को रिक्त करवा लिया।
The police had the mall vacated after a bomb threat.
Causative verb 'rikt karva liya'.
उसने अपनी तिजोरी रिक्त कर दी और सारा धन दान कर दिया।
He emptied his safe and donated all the wealth.
Compound verb 'kar di' emphasizing finality.
आपको यह फॉर्म भरने से पहले पिछला डेटा रिक्त करना होगा।
You will have to clear/empty the previous data before filling this form.
Future obligation in a technical context.
पदों को रिक्त करने की प्रक्रिया पारदर्शी होनी चाहिए।
The process of vacating posts should be transparent.
Complex noun phrase as subject.
उसने अपनी यादों के संदूक को रिक्त करने का फैसला किया।
He decided to empty the chest of his memories.
Metaphorical usage.
वैज्ञानिकों ने वैक्यूम चैंबर को पूरी तरह से रिक्त किया।
Scientists completely emptied the vacuum chamber.
Scientific context.
दार्शनिक का मानना है कि ज्ञान प्राप्त करने के लिए पूर्वग्रहों से मन को रिक्त करना अनिवार्य है।
The philosopher believes that to attain knowledge, it is mandatory to empty the mind of prejudices.
Complex sentence with nested clauses.
न्यायालय ने स्पष्ट किया कि सार्वजनिक भूमि को रिक्त करने में कोई ढिलाई नहीं बरती जाएगी।
The court clarified that no leniency will be shown in vacating public land.
Passive construction in the subordinate clause.
पूंजीपतियों द्वारा संसाधनों को रिक्त करने की प्रवृत्ति ने आर्थिक असमानता को बढ़ावा दिया है।
The tendency of capitalists to deplete resources has promoted economic inequality.
High-register academic vocabulary.
लेखक ने अपनी रचना में पात्रों के आंतरिक खालीपन को 'हृदय रिक्त करने' की प्रक्रिया के रूप में दर्शाया है।
The author depicted the internal emptiness of the characters as a process of 'emptying the heart' in his work.
Literary analysis register.
प्रशासन ने आपातकालीन स्थिति में पूरे शहर को रिक्त करने की योजना तैयार की है।
The administration has prepared a plan to evacuate/empty the entire city in an emergency.
Administrative planning context.
उसने अपने अहंकार को रिक्त करके ही सत्य का साक्षात्कार किया।
Only by emptying his ego did he realize the truth.
Use of 'kar-ke' for 'by doing'.
विदेशी शक्तियों ने देश के खजाने को पूरी तरह से रिक्त कर दिया था।
Foreign powers had completely emptied the country's treasury.
Historical/Political register.
क्या यह संभव है कि हम अपनी चेतना को पूरी तरह से रिक्त कर सकें?
Is it possible that we can completely empty our consciousness?
Interrogative with subjunctive 'sakein'.
अस्तित्ववाद के अनुसार, मनुष्य स्वयं को अर्थहीनता से रिक्त करने के लिए निरंतर संघर्षरत रहता है।
According to existentialism, man is constantly struggling to empty himself of meaninglessness.
Philosophical terminology.
इस शोध पत्र का उद्देश्य यह विश्लेषण करना है कि कैसे शहरीकरण कृषि भूमि को रिक्त कर रहा है।
The objective of this research paper is to analyze how urbanization is vacating/depleting agricultural land.
Academic research register.
संविधान की व्याख्या करते समय, न्यायाधीश ने पद रिक्त करने की अनिवार्यताओं पर बल दिया।
While interpreting the constitution, the judge emphasized the imperatives of vacating a post.
Constitutional law register.
कविता की पंक्तियों में 'पात्र रिक्त करना' मृत्यु के प्रति एक सूक्ष्म संकेत प्रतीत होता है।
In the lines of the poem, 'emptying the vessel' appears to be a subtle allusion to death.
Metaphorical literary criticism.
पारिस्थितिक तंत्र से एक भी प्रजाति का विलुप्त होना उस स्थान को जैविक रूप से रिक्त कर देता है।
The extinction of even a single species from an ecosystem biologically empties/depletes that space.
Scientific/Environmental register.
उसने अपनी संपत्ति का मोह त्याग कर अपने हाथों को पूर्णतः रिक्त कर लिया।
By renouncing the attachment to his property, he completely emptied his hands (became penniless/detached).
Spiritual/Renunciation context.
क्या राज्य के पास किसी नागरिक को उसके अधिकारों से रिक्त करने की शक्ति है?
Does the state have the power to divest/empty a citizen of their rights?
Legal/Political theory question.
कलाकार ने कैनवास को रंगों से रिक्त करने की तकनीक का उपयोग करके शून्यता को चित्रित किया।
The artist depicted voidness by using a technique of emptying the canvas of colors.
Artistic theory register.
Sinónimos
Antónimos
Colocaciones comunes
Frases Comunes
— Fill in the blanks. This is the most common phrase students hear.
प्रश्न पत्र में 'रिक्त स्थान भरें' वाला भाग सबसे आसान था।
— Keep the space vacant/empty. Often seen on signs.
आपातकालीन निकास के सामने स्थान रिक्त रखें।
— It is mandatory to vacate. Common in legal notices.
परिसर को सात दिनों में रिक्त करना अनिवार्य है।
— To empty oneself (of ego or thoughts).
ज्ञान के लिए स्वयं को रिक्त करना पड़ता है।
Se confunde a menudo con
This is intransitive (to become empty), while 'rikt karna' is transitive (to make empty).
Used for numbers or neutralizing effects, not for vacating rooms or posts.
Means to abandon or give up, usually implying a permanent or emotional decision.
Modismos y expresiones
— To be penniless or without resources. While 'rikt hona' is used, it stems from the concept of 'rikt karna'.
व्यापार में घाटे के बाद उसका हाथ रिक्त हो गया।
Metaphorical— To share all one's feelings and feel relieved.
उसने रोकर अपना हृदय रिक्त कर लिया।
Poetic— To give away everything one has.
उसने गरीबों की मदद के लिए अपनी झोली रिक्त कर दी।
Literary— To have a vacant, expressionless look (often due to shock).
सदमे के कारण उसकी आँखें रिक्त हो गईं।
Literary— To stop thinking or to have a mental block.
परीक्षा के समय उसका मस्तिष्क रिक्त हो गया।
Common— To finish one's life or a certain phase of life.
उसने अपना जीवन-पात्र रिक्त कर दिया।
Poetic— To step aside to let someone more capable take over.
पुराने नेताओं को युवाओं के लिए स्थान रिक्त करना चाहिए।
Political— To become humble and ready to learn.
गुरु के सामने स्वयं को रिक्त करना पड़ता है।
SpiritualFácil de confundir
Both mean empty.
'Khali' is Urdu-origin and informal. 'Rikt' is Sanskrit-origin and formal. You 'khali' a bucket, but you 'rikt' an office.
Gilas khali hai; Pad rikt hai.
It is a poetic variation of 'rikt'.
'Rita' is used in old poetry and folk songs. 'Rikt' is used in modern formal prose and law.
Gagar rīti hai (The pot is empty - poetic).
Both imply 'nothing'.
'Shunya' is absolute zero or void. 'Rikt' is a vacancy that expects to be filled.
Shunya akash (Zero/void sky); Rikt sthan (Empty space/blank).
Both can mean 'free from'.
'Mukt' means liberated or free from bondage. 'Rikt' means devoid of contents.
Bandhan-mukt (Free from bonds); Jal-rikt (Devoid of water).
Both mean 'without'.
'Vihin' is an adjective usually suffixed to nouns (e.g., 'shakti-vihin'). 'Rikt karna' is an active verb phrase.
Vah buddhi-vihin hai; Usne dimaag rikt kiya.
Patrones de oraciones
Kripya [Object] rikt karein.
Kripya glass rikt karein.
[Subject] ne [Object] rikt kar diya.
Usne kamra rikt kar diya.
[Object] rikt karna [Adjective] hai.
Sthan rikt karna zaroori hai.
[Subject] ko [Object] rikt karna padega.
Aapko ghar rikt karna padega.
[Subject] [Object] rikt kar raha hai.
Vah apni jeb rikt kar raha hai.
[Gerund Phrase] se [Result].
Pad rikt karne se naye avsar milenge.
[Subject] [Object] rikt karne ka nirdesh deta hai.
Court ghar rikt karne ka nirdesh deta hai.
Yadi [Condition], toh [Object] rikt kar diya jayega.
Yadi kiraya nahi diya, toh makan rikt kar diya jayega.
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Common in formal writing and news; rare in daily household chores.
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Maine balti rikt kiya.
→
Maine balti rikt ki.
Since 'balti' (bucket) is feminine, the verb 'karna' must become 'ki' in the past tense.
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Gilas rikt kar do (to a friend).
→
Gilas khali kar do.
Using 'rikt' in a casual setting sounds unnaturally formal and stiff. 'Khali' is much better for friends.
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Vah apna pad rikt ho gaya.
→
Usne apna pad rikt kiya.
To 'vacate' is an active action. 'Rikt ho gaya' would mean the post became vacant by itself. You need 'ne' and 'kiya' for the active sense.
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Kamre ko rikt karva.
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Kamre को rikt karvao.
The imperative for 'you' (informal/neutral) is 'karvao'. 'Karva' is too abrupt or grammatically incomplete here.
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Dukan rikt hai (to mean the shop is empty of people).
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Dukan khali hai.
'Rikt' is usually for vacancies or specific containers. For a shop being empty of customers, 'khali' is the standard word.
Consejos
Past Tense Agreement
Always remember that in the past tense, the verb agrees with the object. 'Maine kursi (F) rikt ki' but 'Maine ghar (M) rikt kiya'. This is a very common test question.
Job Search
If you are looking for jobs in India, look for the word 'Rikti' (Vacancy). It is derived from 'rikt' and is the standard term used in employment news.
Professionalism
Use 'rikt karna' in emails to your landlord or boss. It sounds more respectful and professional than 'khali karna'.
Spiritual Context
In meditation classes, 'man ko rikt karna' is a common instruction. It means to clear the mind of all thoughts and worries.
Tech Hindi
When using Hindi on your phone or computer, 'rikt karein' often translates to 'Clear' or 'Empty' (like 'Empty Trash').
Sanskrit Root
Knowing that 'rikt' comes from Sanskrit will help you identify it in other Indian languages like Marathi, Gujarati, or Bengali, where similar words are used.
Crisp Consonants
Make sure to pronounce the 'k' and 't' together quickly. Do not add a vowel sound between them. It is not 'ri-kat'.
Eviction Notices
If you see 'parisar rikt karne ka notice', it means a notice to vacate the premises. It is a serious legal term.
Giving up Seats
In a formal gathering, if you want to offer your seat to a guest, you can say 'Main aapke liye sthan rikt karta hoon' (I vacate the space for you).
Essay Writing
Use 'rikt karna' when discussing environmental issues, like 'sansadhano ko rikt karna' (depleting resources), to sound more academic.
Memorízalo
Mnemotecnia
Think of 'Rikt' as sounding like 'Wrecked'. If a building is 'wrecked', it becomes 'Rikt' (empty/vacant).
Asociación visual
Imagine a glass jar with a large label 'RIKT'. As you pour everything out, you are performing 'Rikt Karna'.
Word Web
Desafío
Try to use 'rikt karna' in three different contexts today: one physical (emptying a box), one administrative (vacating a seat), and one metaphorical (clearing your mind).
Origen de la palabra
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'रिक्त' (rikta), which is the past participle of the root 'रिच्' (rich), meaning 'to leave', 'to release', or 'to set free'.
Significado original: The original Sanskrit meaning was 'left', 'evacuated', or 'empty'. It shares an Indo-European root with the English word 'relinquish'.
Indo-Aryan (Sanskrit-derived).Contexto cultural
No specific sensitivities, but using it in very casual settings might make you sound arrogant or overly stiff.
English speakers often use 'empty' for everything. In Hindi, you must choose between 'khali' (casual) and 'rikt' (formal). 'Rikt' is closer to the English 'vacate' or 'evacuate'.
Practica en la vida real
Contextos reales
At a Government Office
- पद रिक्त करना
- आवेदन पत्र भरें
- अधिकारी का स्थानांतरण
- रिक्तियां उपलब्ध हैं
Moving House
- मकान रिक्त करना
- सामान पैक करना
- किरायानामा
- चाबी सौंपना
In a Science Lab
- बीकर रिक्त करना
- मिश्रण हटाना
- वैक्यूम पंप
- सावधानी बरतें
During Meditation
- मन रिक्त करना
- साँस पर ध्यान दें
- शांति
- विचारों को जाने दें
At an Airport
- स्थान रिक्त करना
- आपातकालीन निकास
- सुरक्षा जांच
- उद्घोषणा
Inicios de conversación
"क्या आपको पता है कि यह पद कब रिक्त होगा?"
"हमें यह हॉल कितनी देर में रिक्त करना है?"
"क्या आपने अपना पुराना घर रिक्त कर दिया?"
"ध्यान के समय आप अपने मन को कैसे रिक्त करते हैं?"
"क्या मैं यहाँ बैठने के लिए यह स्थान रिक्त कर सकता हूँ?"
Temas para diario
आज मैंने अपने मन को रिक्त करने के लिए क्या किया?
एक ऐसी स्थिति के बारे में लिखें जब आपको अचानक कोई स्थान रिक्त करना पड़ा।
क्या आपको लगता है कि संसाधनों को रिक्त करना हमारी सबसे बड़ी समस्या है?
जब आप अपना कमरा रिक्त करते हैं, तो आपको कैसा महसूस होता है?
यदि आपको अपना पद रिक्त करना पड़े, तो आप अपनी जगह किसे देखना चाहेंगे?
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasYes, you can, but it will sound very formal. In a restaurant, it might sound like you are a food inspector. Use 'khali karna' for everyday things like glasses and plates.
'Rikt karna' is when you do the action (transitive). For example: 'I emptied the box.' 'Rikt hona' is when something becomes empty on its own or the focus is on the state (intransitive). For example: 'The seat became vacant.'
The standard phrase is 'Rikt sthan bhariye' (रिक्त स्थान भरिए). Here, 'rikt sthan' means 'blank space'.
It is used in spoken Hindi during formal speeches, news reporting, or in professional meetings. It is rarely used in casual conversation at home.
'Rikt' is an adjective and does not change for gender. However, the verb 'karna' changes. For example: 'Usne balti rikt ki' (feminine) and 'Usne glass rikt kiya' (masculine).
In a digital context, yes. You might see 'Inbox rikt karein' for 'Clear Inbox' or 'Recycle bin rikt karein' for 'Empty Recycle Bin'.
No, 'zero' is 'shunya'. While both imply emptiness, 'shunya' is a mathematical value, whereas 'rikt' is a physical or administrative state of vacancy.
Yes, 'bhavan rikt karna' is the formal way to say 'evacuate the building' in an emergency announcement.
The most common opposite is 'bhara' (full) or 'purna' (complete).
Yes, 'rikt sthan ki purti karein' (fill in the blanks) is a standard instruction in almost every Hindi language exam.
Ponte a prueba 200 preguntas
Write a sentence in Hindi: 'Please empty the box.'
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Write a sentence in Hindi: 'The tenant vacated the house.'
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Write a sentence in Hindi: 'I need to empty my mind.'
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Write a sentence in Hindi: 'Empty the glass before washing it.'
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Write a sentence in Hindi: 'The officer vacated his post today.'
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Write a sentence in Hindi: 'We will vacate the hall by evening.'
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Write a sentence in Hindi: 'Empty your pockets.'
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Write a sentence in Hindi: 'It is necessary to empty the trash bin.'
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Write a sentence in Hindi: 'The court ordered to vacate the land.'
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Write a sentence in Hindi: 'I have emptied my email inbox.'
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Write a sentence in Hindi: 'She emptied her bag on the table.'
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Write a sentence in Hindi: 'Don't empty the water tank.'
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Write a sentence in Hindi: 'The soul vacates the body.' (Metaphorical)
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Write a sentence in Hindi: 'Empty the drawer for new things.'
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Write a sentence in Hindi: 'He vacated his seat for the guest.'
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Write a sentence in Hindi: 'The scientist emptied the test tube.'
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Write a sentence in Hindi: 'Who emptied the bottle?'
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Write a sentence in Hindi: 'We are emptying the warehouse.'
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Write a sentence in Hindi: 'They vacated the building after the alarm.'
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Write a sentence in Hindi: 'He emptied his heart to me.'
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Say in Hindi: 'I am emptying the glass.'
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Say in Hindi: 'Please vacate the room.'
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Say in Hindi: 'He vacated his post yesterday.'
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Say in Hindi: 'We must empty the mind.'
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Say in Hindi: 'Did you empty the bin?'
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Say in Hindi: 'I will vacate the house tomorrow.'
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Say in Hindi: 'Empty your pockets now.'
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Say in Hindi: 'The hall is being vacated.'
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Say in Hindi: 'She is emptying her cupboard.'
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Say in Hindi: 'Can you empty the bottle?'
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Say in Hindi: 'The minister resigned and vacated the office.'
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Say in Hindi: 'Empty the vessel slowly.'
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Say in Hindi: 'Why did you empty the jar?'
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Say in Hindi: 'I have to empty my email inbox.'
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Say in Hindi: 'Please empty the table for dinner.'
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Say in Hindi: 'He emptied the bag on the floor.'
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Say in Hindi: 'The scientist is emptying the container.'
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Say in Hindi: 'Empty the trash every morning.'
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Say in Hindi: 'He vacated his seat for the lady.'
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Say in Hindi: 'We are emptying the pool.'
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Listen and identify the verb: 'अधिकारी ने अपना पद रिक्त किया।'
Listen and identify the object: 'उसने अपनी जेबें रिक्त कीं।'
Listen and identify the tense: 'मैं घर रिक्त कर रहा हूँ।'
Listen and identify the formal word for 'empty': 'कृपया स्थान रिक्त करें।'
Listen and translate: 'क्या आपने कमरा रिक्त किया?'
Listen and identify the subject: 'किराएदार ने मकान रिक्त किया।'
Listen and identify the auxiliary: 'रिक्त करना ज़रूरी है।'
Listen and translate: 'मन को रिक्त करो।'
Listen and identify the place: 'हॉल को रिक्त करें।'
Listen and translate: 'उसने तिजोरी रिक्त कर दी।'
Listen and identify the person: 'मंत्री ने पद रिक्त किया।'
Listen and identify the reason: 'सफाई के लिए डिब्बा रिक्त करें।'
Listen and translate: 'रास्ता रिक्त करें।'
Listen and identify the condition: 'शाम तक हॉल रिक्त करें।'
Listen and identify the feeling: 'उसने रोकर मन रिक्त किया।'
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Summary
The verb 'rikt karna' is the formal counterpart to 'khali karna'. It is essential for professional communication in Hindi, especially when referring to vacating properties or job positions. Example: 'Kripya apna pad rikt karein' (Please vacate your post).
- A formal verb meaning to empty or vacate.
- Derived from Sanskrit 'Rikt' and Hindi 'Karna'.
- Commonly used in legal, administrative, and news contexts.
- Requires 'ne' in past tense and agrees with the object.
Past Tense Agreement
Always remember that in the past tense, the verb agrees with the object. 'Maine kursi (F) rikt ki' but 'Maine ghar (M) rikt kiya'. This is a very common test question.
Job Search
If you are looking for jobs in India, look for the word 'Rikti' (Vacancy). It is derived from 'rikt' and is the standard term used in employment news.
Professionalism
Use 'rikt karna' in emails to your landlord or boss. It sounds more respectful and professional than 'khali karna'.
Spiritual Context
In meditation classes, 'man ko rikt karna' is a common instruction. It means to clear the mind of all thoughts and worries.
Ejemplo
उसने बोतल रिक्त कर दी।
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Más palabras de general
आभार व्यक्त करना
B1Expresar gratitud o agradecimiento de manera formal. 'Quiero expresar mi gratitud por su ayuda.'
आचरण करना
C1Comportarse; conducirse de una manera específica, generalmente referida a la ética o moral. 'Debe conducirse con respeto.'
आगे
A1Forward; ahead.
आगे बढ़ना
A2Avanzar físicamente o progresar en la vida.
आगामी
B1Próximo, venidero. Se utiliza para eventos programados en el futuro cercano.
आह्वान करना
B1To call, to summon, to request someone's presence.
आज रात
A2Esta noche; la noche del día de hoy.
आजमाना
A2Intentar algo o probarlo para ver cómo funciona o qué sucede.
आक्रमण करना
B2Comenzar operaciones militares contra un país o grupo.
आखिरी
A2Último, final. 'El último capítulo' es 'Aakhiri adhyay'. 'Mi última decisión' es 'Mera aakhiri faisla'.