अधिग्रहण
अधिग्रहण در ۳۰ ثانیه
- अधिग्रहण (Adhigrahan) is a formal Hindi noun meaning 'acquisition' or 'takeover,' primarily used in business, legal, and government contexts to describe official ownership transfer.
- It is a masculine noun derived from Sanskrit, often used with the verb 'karna' (to do) to describe the act of acquiring a company or land.
- Commonly heard in business news (M&A) and political discussions regarding land acquisition laws in India, it signifies a formal and strategic process.
- Unlike common words for 'buying,' it carries a high register and implies a complete legal transition of rights, assets, and control between entities.
The Hindi word अधिग्रहण (Adhigrahan) is a formal noun that translates most accurately to 'acquisition' or 'taking over' in English. Rooted in the Sanskrit prefix 'Adhi-' (meaning over, above, or superior) and the root 'Grah' (meaning to take or seize), it conveys a sense of official or authoritative transfer of control. Unlike the common word for buying, 'खरीद' (Kharid), which you might use for groceries or a car, अधिग्रहण is reserved for significant assets, land, or entire corporate entities. It is the language of the boardroom, the legal court, and the government gazette.
- Corporate Context
- In the business world, it specifically refers to one company purchasing a majority stake in another to gain control. For example, when Tata Motors acquired Jaguar Land Rover, the term used in Hindi media was 'अधिग्रहण'. It implies a strategic move rather than a simple purchase.
बड़ी कंपनी ने छोटी स्टार्टअप का अधिग्रहण कर लिया। (The large company completed the acquisition of the small startup.)
Beyond business, the word is frequently encountered in discussions regarding भूमि अधिग्रहण (Bhumi Adhigrahan) or Land Acquisition. This is a sensitive socio-political topic in India, involving the government taking private land for public infrastructure projects like highways, dams, or airports. The word carries a weight of legality and sometimes controversy, as it involves the exercise of state power or significant financial muscle. It is rarely used in casual conversation unless discussing news or professional matters.
- Legal Nuance
- Legally, it implies a complete transfer of rights. It is often paired with the verb 'करना' (to do) to form the phrasal verb 'अधिग्रहण करना'.
सरकार ने राष्ट्रीय राजमार्ग के लिए भूमि का अधिग्रहण शुरू किया। (The government began the land acquisition for the national highway.)
Historically, the term reflects a shift from physical 'seizing' to 'legal acquisition.' In ancient texts, related words might describe taking territory in war, but in modern Standard Hindi, it is strictly bound by legal and procedural frameworks. If you are reading a Hindi newspaper's business section (Arth-Jagat), you will see this word almost daily. It is a high-frequency word for anyone looking to understand Indian economics or law. Understanding its gravitas helps a learner distinguish between 'getting' something and 'formally acquiring' something of immense value.
Using अधिग्रहण correctly requires understanding its role as a noun that usually combines with the auxiliary verb 'करना' (to do) or 'होना' (to happen/be). Because it is a formal word, the sentences surrounding it often employ a higher register of Hindi (Tatsama-heavy vocabulary). It follows the standard SOV (Subject-Object-Verb) structure of Hindi, where 'अधिग्रहण' typically acts as the direct object of the action.
- Active Voice Construction
- [Subject] + [Genitive Marker 'का/की'] + [Object] + [अधिग्रहण] + [Verb 'करना']. For example: 'फेसबुक ने इंस्टाग्राम का अधिग्रहण किया' (Facebook acquired Instagram).
रिलायंस ने इस साल कई विदेशी कंपनियों का अधिग्रहण किया है। (Reliance has acquired several foreign companies this year.)
When discussing land, the phrase 'भूमि अधिग्रहण' functions almost like a compound noun. In these sentences, you will often find mentions of compensation (मुआवजा - muavza) or laws (कानून - kanoon). It is important to note that the gender of 'अधिग्रहण' is masculine. Therefore, any adjectives or verbs modifying it must agree with the masculine gender.
- Passive/Process Usage
- Sometimes the acquisition is the subject of the sentence. 'अधिग्रहण की प्रक्रिया जटिल है' (The process of acquisition is complex).
यह अधिग्रहण दोनों पक्षों के लिए फायदेमंद साबित होगा। (This acquisition will prove beneficial for both parties.)
In more advanced usage, you might encounter 'शत्रुतापूर्ण अधिग्रहण' (Hostile Acquisition/Takeover). This is when a company is taken over against the wishes of its management. Here, the adjective 'शत्रुतापूर्ण' (hostile) directly qualifies 'अधिग्रहण'. Another common pattern is 'अधिग्रहण की घोषणा' (Announcement of acquisition). By mastering these patterns, you can discuss complex economic and legal scenarios with precision.
If you are walking down a street in Mumbai or Delhi, you likely won't hear 'अधिग्रहण' in a casual chat between friends. However, the moment you turn on a news channel like NDTV India or Zee Business, the word will appear repeatedly. It is the lifeblood of financial reporting. During the 'Earnings Season' or when a major tech deal is announced, news anchors use this term to describe the movements of the market.
- News & Media
- Headlines often read: 'एक्स कंपनी ने वाई कंपनी का किया अधिग्रहण' (X company acquired Y company). It is also heard in political debates regarding the 'Land Acquisition Act' (भूमि अधिग्रहण अधिनियम).
समाचार: 'ट्विटर के अधिग्रहण के बाद एलन मस्क ने कई बदलाव किए।' (News: After the acquisition of Twitter, Elon Musk made several changes.)
In the academic and professional sphere, students of MBA, Law, and Economics in Hindi-medium institutions use this word constantly. It is part of the technical terminology (Shabdavali) for 'Mergers and Acquisitions' (विलय और अधिग्रहण). You will also find it in government circulars and public notices posted in villages where land is being surveyed for development. In such contexts, the word can evoke strong emotions among local populations, representing a loss of ancestral land to progress.
- Legal Documents
- Contracts and deeds of transfer will use 'अधिग्रहण' to specify the formal taking of assets. It is a 'frozen' term in legal Hindi, meaning its meaning is strictly defined and rarely changes.
दस्तावेज़ में अधिग्रहण की शर्तों का स्पष्ट उल्लेख है। (The terms of acquisition are clearly mentioned in the document.)
Lastly, you might hear it in historical documentaries. When a kingdom 'acquired' or annexed another territory through a treaty, historians might use 'अधिग्रहण' to describe the non-violent but formal takeover. In essence, wherever there is a formal, legal, or large-scale change of ownership, अधिग्रहण is the word of choice.
One of the most frequent mistakes learners make is confusing अधिग्रहण (Acquisition) with विलय (Merger). While they often happen together, they are legally distinct. In a 'Vilay' (merger), two companies combine to form a new entity. In an 'Adhigrahan' (acquisition), one company (the predator) swallows another (the target). Using them interchangeably in a business report can lead to significant misunderstanding.
- Mistake 1: Confusing Acquisition with Merger
- Incorrect: 'दोनों कंपनियों का अधिग्रहण हो गया' (when they actually merged). Correct: 'दोनों कंपनियों का विलय हो गया' (Merger) or 'एक ने दूसरे का अधिग्रहण किया' (Acquisition).
गलत: क्या आपने नई कार का अधिग्रहण किया? (Wrong: Did you 'acquire' a new car? - Too formal for a personal car.)
Another error is using 'अधिग्रहण' for small, personal purchases. As mentioned, it is a high-register word. Saying you 'acquired' a loaf of bread or a book sounds hilariously over-dramatic and robotic. Use 'खरीदना' (to buy) or 'लेना' (to take) for daily items. Reserve 'अधिग्रहण' for when you are talking about assets that require a legal contract or a board meeting.
- Mistake 2: Gender Agreement
- Learners often treat abstract nouns as feminine by default. 'अधिग्रहण' is masculine. Using feminine markers like 'अधिग्रहण की गई' (when referring to the act itself) is incorrect. It should be 'अधिग्रहण किया गया'.
सही: भूमि का अधिग्रहण किया गया। (Correct: The land was acquired.)
Lastly, watch out for the spelling. The 'dh' is 'ध' and the 'gh' is 'घ'. Mispronouncing or misspelling these aspirated consonants can change the word entirely or make it unintelligible. Pay close attention to the 'ri' (ऋ) sound in the middle—it is 'adhigrahan', not 'adhigra-han' with a simple 'a'. The 'n' at the end is the retroflex 'ण', not the dental 'न'.
Hindi has a rich set of synonyms for 'taking' or 'getting,' but each has a specific 'flavor' or register. Understanding these nuances will make your Hindi sound more natural and precise. अधिग्रहण is at the top of the formality scale. Let's look at how it compares to its cousins.
- अधिग्रहण (Acquisition) vs. अर्जन (Arjan)
- 'Arjan' also means acquisition or earning, but it is often used for skills (कौशल अर्जन) or wealth (धन अर्जन). It implies a gradual process of gathering, whereas 'Adhigrahan' is a specific event of taking over.
उसने व्यापार में बहुत धन का अर्जन किया, फिर एक प्रतिद्वंद्वी का अधिग्रहण किया। (He earned much wealth in business, then acquired a rival.)
Then there is कब्जा (Kabza). This word translates to 'possession' or 'occupation.' While 'Adhigrahan' is legal and formal, 'Kabza' can often imply a forceful or illegal takeover, like 'illegal possession of land' (भूमि पर अवैध कब्जा). You wouldn't want to use 'Kabza' in a professional business deal unless you are accusing someone of a crime!
- अधिग्रहण vs. प्राप्ति (Prapti)
- 'Prapti' is a very common word for 'obtaining' or 'receiving' something, like a gift or a letter. It lacks the 'takeover' connotation of Adhigrahan. You 'obtain' (prapt) information, but you 'acquire' (adhigrahan) a company.
सूचना की प्राप्ति के बाद ही अधिग्रहण की योजना बनी। (The plan for acquisition was made only after the receipt of information.)
Finally, in business, you might hear खरीद (Kharid). This is the neutral word for 'purchase.' In headlines, 'Kharid' might be used for brevity, but 'Adhigrahan' is the technically correct term for M&A. By choosing 'Adhigrahan,' you signal that you understand the formal and legal gravity of the transaction.
چقدر رسمی است؟
نکته جالب
The root 'Grah' is also the source of the Hindi word for planet, 'Grah' (ग्रह), because planets were thought to be celestial bodies that 'seize' or influence human destiny.
راهنمای تلفظ
- Pronouncing 'dh' as a simple 'd'.
- Pronouncing 'gh' as a simple 'g'.
- Using a dental 'n' instead of the retroflex 'n'.
- Missing the aspiration in 'dhi'.
- Mispronouncing the 'ri' sound if spelled slightly differently in scripts.
سطح دشواری
Requires knowledge of aspirated consonants and formal vocabulary.
Spelling the retroflex 'n' and aspirated 'dh' and 'gh' is tricky for beginners.
Pronunciation requires clear aspiration which is difficult for non-native speakers.
Common in news but can be missed if the listener is only used to casual Hindi.
بعداً چه یاد بگیریم؟
پیشنیازها
بعداً یاد بگیرید
پیشرفته
گرامر لازم
Masculine Gender Agreement
अधिग्रहण 'किया गया' (was done), not 'की गई'.
Genitive Marker 'Ka'
कंपनी 'का' अधिग्रहण (Acquisition of the company).
Compound Verb Formation
अधिग्रहण + करना = To acquire.
Postpositional Case
अधिग्रहण 'के' बाद (After the acquisition), 'के' is used.
Aspirated Consonants
The 'dh' in Adhi and 'gh' in Grahan must be voiced.
مثالها بر اساس سطح
कंपनी ने अधिग्रहण किया।
The company did the acquisition.
Simple Subject + Object + Verb.
यह एक बड़ा अधिग्रहण है।
This is a big acquisition.
Adjective 'bada' (big) agrees with masculine 'adhigrahan'.
सरकार ने भूमि का अधिग्रहण किया।
The government acquired the land.
Use of 'ka' (genitive) for 'land's acquisition'.
अधिग्रहण कब होगा?
When will the acquisition happen?
Future tense of 'hona' (to happen).
क्या यह अधिग्रहण अच्छा है?
Is this acquisition good?
Interrogative sentence.
अधिग्रहण की प्रक्रिया सरल नहीं है।
The process of acquisition is not simple.
Use of 'ki' because 'prakriya' (process) is feminine.
उसने कंपनी का अधिग्रहण किया।
He acquired the company.
Past tense 'kiya'.
अधिग्रहण के लिए पैसे चाहिए।
Money is needed for the acquisition.
Use of 'ke liye' (for).
टाटा ने एक नई कंपनी का अधिग्रहण किया है।
Tata has acquired a new company.
Present perfect tense.
भूमि अधिग्रहण कानून बहुत पुराना है।
The land acquisition law is very old.
Compound noun 'Bhumi Adhigrahan'.
इस अधिग्रहण से व्यापार बढ़ेगा।
Business will grow from this acquisition.
Use of 'se' (from/by).
अधिग्रहण की खबर अखबार में थी।
The news of the acquisition was in the newspaper.
Genitive 'ki' agreeing with 'khabar' (feminine).
बैंक ने संपत्ति का अधिग्रहण किया।
The bank acquired the property.
Formal business context.
अधिग्रहण के बाद नाम बदल गया।
The name changed after the acquisition.
Use of 'ke baad' (after).
अधिग्रहण के लिए बोर्ड की अनुमति चाहिए।
Board's permission is needed for the acquisition.
Formal requirement.
क्या आप इस अधिग्रहण के बारे में जानते हैं?
Do you know about this acquisition?
Compound postposition 'ke bare mein'.
विलय और अधिग्रहण व्यापार जगत का हिस्सा हैं।
Mergers and acquisitions are part of the business world.
Plural verb agreement with multiple subjects.
सरकार ने किसानों को अधिग्रहण के बदले मुआवजा दिया।
The government gave compensation to farmers in exchange for the acquisition.
Use of 'ke badle' (in exchange for).
अधिग्रहण की प्रक्रिया में छह महीने लगे।
The acquisition process took six months.
Time duration expression.
विदेशी निवेश के लिए अधिग्रहण के नियम सरल किए गए।
Acquisition rules were simplified for foreign investment.
Passive voice 'saral kiye gaye'.
यह अधिग्रहण कंपनी की रणनीति का हिस्सा है।
This acquisition is part of the company's strategy.
Genitive construction.
अधिग्रहण के कारण कर्मचारियों में डर था।
There was fear among employees due to the acquisition.
Use of 'ke karan' (due to).
अधिग्रहण के बाद दोनों कंपनियों की ताकत बढ़ गई।
After the acquisition, the strength of both companies increased.
Feminine 'taakat' (strength) verb agreement.
अधिग्रहण की शर्तों पर अभी भी चर्चा हो रही है।
The terms of the acquisition are still being discussed.
Continuous passive 'ho rahi hai'.
शत्रुतापूर्ण अधिग्रहण को रोकने के लिए कंपनी ने कड़े कदम उठाए।
The company took strict steps to prevent a hostile takeover.
Infinitive 'rokne ke liye' (to prevent).
अधिग्रहण मूल्य का निर्धारण विशेषज्ञों द्वारा किया गया।
The determination of the acquisition price was done by experts.
Agentive 'dwara' (by).
भूमि अधिग्रहण से प्रभावित परिवारों का पुनर्वास आवश्यक है।
Rehabilitation of families affected by land acquisition is necessary.
Adjectival phrase 'adhigrahan se prabhavit'.
इस अधिग्रहण के कानूनी पहलुओं की जांच हो रही है।
The legal aspects of this acquisition are being investigated.
Plural 'pehluon' (aspects).
अधिग्रहण के प्रस्ताव को बोर्ड ने सर्वसम्मति से स्वीकार किया।
The board accepted the acquisition proposal unanimously.
Adverbial 'sarvasammati se'.
अधिग्रहण के माध्यम से बाज़ार में एकाधिकार स्थापित करना गलत है।
It is wrong to establish a monopoly in the market through acquisition.
Gerundial subject 'sthapit karna'.
अधिग्रहण की घोषणा के बाद शेयरों के दाम गिर गए।
Share prices fell after the announcement of the acquisition.
Plural 'daam' (prices).
अधिग्रहण की सफलता सांस्कृतिक तालमेल पर निर्भर करती है।
The success of the acquisition depends on cultural synergy.
Verb 'nirbhar karna' (to depend).
अधिग्रहण की वैधानिकता को सर्वोच्च न्यायालय में चुनौती दी गई।
The legality of the acquisition was challenged in the Supreme Court.
Passive voice with 'chunauti di gayi'.
रणनीतिक अधिग्रहण कंपनी के दीर्घकालिक लक्ष्यों के अनुरूप है।
The strategic acquisition is in line with the company's long-term goals.
Postposition 'ke anuroop' (in accordance with).
अधिग्रहण के पश्चात, कंपनी की परिसंपत्तियों का पुनर्मूल्यांकन किया गया।
Post-acquisition, the company's assets were revalued.
Sanskritized 'pashchat' (after).
भूमि अधिग्रहण अधिनियम में संशोधन की व्यापक आलोचना हुई।
There was widespread criticism of the amendment to the Land Acquisition Act.
Complex noun phrase.
अधिग्रहण की प्रक्रिया में पारदर्शिता का अभाव एक गंभीर चिंता है।
Lack of transparency in the acquisition process is a serious concern.
Abstract noun 'abhaav' (lack).
कंपनी ने अधिग्रहण के वित्तपोषण के लिए नए बांड जारी किए।
The company issued new bonds to finance the acquisition.
Technical term 'vitt-poshan' (financing).
अधिग्रहण से उत्पन्न होने वाली विसंगतियों को दूर करना अनिवार्य है।
It is mandatory to resolve the discrepancies arising from the acquisition.
Participial phrase 'utpann hone wali'.
यह अधिग्रहण वैश्विक बाज़ार में कंपनी की स्थिति को सुदृढ़ करेगा।
This acquisition will strengthen the company's position in the global market.
Future tense 'sudridh karega'.
अधिग्रहण की जटिलताओं ने अंतरराष्ट्रीय व्यापारिक संबंधों को प्रभावित किया।
The complexities of the acquisition affected international trade relations.
Abstract plural 'jatiltaon' (complexities).
संसाधनों का अधिग्रहण अक्सर भू-राजनीतिक संघर्षों का मूल कारण होता है।
Acquisition of resources is often the root cause of geopolitical conflicts.
High-level concept 'bhu-rajnaitik' (geopolitical).
अधिग्रहण के सामाजिक-आर्थिक निहितार्थों का गहन विश्लेषण आवश्यक है।
A deep analysis of the socio-economic implications of the acquisition is necessary.
Compound word 'samajik-arthik'.
अधिग्रहण की प्रक्रिया को न्यायिक समीक्षा के दायरे में लाया गया।
The acquisition process was brought within the ambit of judicial review.
Legal phrase 'nyayik sameeksha' (judicial review).
स्वैच्छिक अधिग्रहण की तुलना में अनिवार्य अधिग्रहण अधिक विवादास्पद है।
Compulsory acquisition is more controversial than voluntary acquisition.
Comparative structure 'ki tulna mein'.
अधिग्रहण के माध्यम से तकनीकी संप्रभुता प्राप्त करना राष्ट्र का लक्ष्य है।
Achieving technological sovereignty through acquisition is the nation's goal.
Advanced term 'samprahuta' (sovereignty).
अधिग्रहण के प्रति जन-असंतोष ने नीतिगत बदलावों को जन्म दिया।
Public dissatisfaction towards the acquisition gave rise to policy changes.
Causal relationship.
अधिग्रहण की नैतिकता पर दार्शनिक दृष्टिकोण से विचार किया जाना चाहिए।
The ethics of acquisition should be considered from a philosophical perspective.
Passive modal 'kiya jana chahiye'.
مترادفها
متضادها
ترکیبهای رایج
عبارات رایج
— To acquire or take over something formally.
कंपनी ने प्रतिद्वंद्वी का अधिग्रहण करने का निर्णय लिया।
— Within the scope or ambit of acquisition.
यह ज़मीन अधिग्रहण के दायरे में आती है।
— A formal notice stating that an acquisition will take place.
किसानों को अधिग्रहण नोटिस मिल गया है।
— Post-acquisition; after the takeover is complete.
अधिग्रहण के पश्चात प्रबंधन बदल गया।
— Compulsory acquisition, usually by the state.
मेट्रो प्रोजेक्ट के लिए अनिवार्य अधिग्रहण किया गया।
— A friendly takeover agreed upon by both parties.
दोनों कंपनियों ने मैत्रीपूर्ण अधिग्रहण पर सहमति जताई।
اغلب اشتباه گرفته میشود با
A merger where two become one, whereas acquisition is one taking over another.
Usually refers to earning or gathering over time (like wealth or skills).
Implies physical possession, often with a negative or forceful connotation.
اصطلاحات و عبارات
— The big fish eating the small fish; used to describe large-scale acquisitions.
कॉर्पोरेट जगत में बड़ी मछली छोटी मछली का अधिग्रहण करती ही है।
Informal/Metaphorical— To establish a foothold; often the goal of an acquisition.
इस अधिग्रहण के बाद कंपनी ने बाज़ार में पैर जमा लिए हैं।
Neutral— To take something in hand or take control.
उसने पूरी परियोजना का अधिग्रहण कर उसे अपने हाथ में ले लिया।
Neutral— To clear the way; acquisitions are often done to remove competition.
अधिग्रहण करके कंपनी ने अपना रास्ता साफ कर लिया।
Informal— Unchallenged rule; the result of many acquisitions.
लगातार अधिग्रहणों से उसने बाज़ार पर एक छत्र राज कायम किया।
Formal/Literary— To embrace; used for friendly mergers/acquisitions.
दोनों कंपनियों ने एक-दूसरे को अधिग्रहण के माध्यम से गले लगाया।
Metaphorical— To lay the foundation; an acquisition can be the start of a new era.
इस अधिग्रहण ने नए व्यापार की नींव रखी।
Neutral— To spread wings; expanding through acquisitions.
कंपनी अब अंतरराष्ट्रीय स्तर पर अधिग्रहण करके पंख फैला रही है।
Informal— To win the day; completing a difficult acquisition.
अधिग्रहण की दौड़ में रिलायंस ने बाज़ी मार ली।
Slang/Informal— To establish one's influence.
इस बड़े अधिग्रहण के बाद उनका बाज़ार में सिक्का जम गया।
Neutralبهراحتی اشتباه گرفته میشود
It is the root of Adhigrahan.
Grahan alone usually means an eclipse (solar/lunar) or simply 'to take/accept' in a spiritual or general sense. Adhigrahan is specifically 'acquisition'.
आज सूर्य ग्रहण है (Today is a solar eclipse) vs कंपनी का अधिग्रहण हुआ (The company was acquired).
Similar root.
Sangrah means collection or gathering of items. Adhigrahan is a formal takeover.
पुस्तकों का संग्रह (Collection of books) vs भूमि का अधिग्रहण (Acquisition of land).
Both involve 'taking over'.
Aakraman is a violent attack or invasion. Adhigrahan is a legal or formal takeover.
दुश्मन का आक्रमण (Enemy's attack) vs कंपनी का अधिग्रहण (Company's acquisition).
Related to the same transaction.
Vikray is the act of selling. Adhigrahan is the act of acquiring (buying/taking).
संपत्ति का विक्रय (Sale of property) vs संपत्ति का अधिग्रहण (Acquisition of property).
Both involve transfer of ownership.
Hastantaran is a general term for 'transfer' (handing over). Adhigrahan is specifically 'acquiring'.
अधिकारों का हस्तांतरण (Transfer of rights) vs कंपनी का अधिग्रहण (Acquisition of company).
الگوهای جملهسازی
[Subject] ने [Object] का अधिग्रहण किया।
राम ने दुकान का अधिग्रहण किया।
[Object] का अधिग्रहण [Time] में हुआ।
कंपनी का अधिग्रहण पिछले साल हुआ।
[Subject], [Object] के अधिग्रहण की योजना बना रहा है।
सरकार, भूमि के अधिग्रहण की योजना बना रहा है।
अधिग्रहण के कारण [Result] हुआ।
अधिग्रहण के कारण कंपनी का मुनाफा बढ़ गया।
अधिग्रहण की प्रक्रिया में [Complexity] का सामना करना पड़ा।
अधिग्रहण की प्रक्रिया में कानूनी बाधाओं का सामना करना पड़ा।
[Adjective] अधिग्रहण से [Impact] होगा।
शत्रुतापूर्ण अधिग्रहण से बाज़ार में अस्थिरता आएगी।
अधिग्रहण की वैधानिकता [Context] पर निर्भर करती है।
अधिग्रहण की वैधानिकता अंतरराष्ट्रीय कानूनों पर निर्भर करती है।
अधिग्रहण के माध्यम से [Abstract Goal] की प्राप्ति।
अधिग्रहण के माध्यम से तकनीकी श्रेष्ठता की प्राप्ति।
خانواده کلمه
اسمها
فعلها
صفتها
مرتبط
نحوه استفاده
High in Business, Law, and Politics; Low in casual conversation.
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Using 'अधिग्रहण' for buying small items.
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मैंने एक पेन खरीदा।
'Adhigrahan' is too formal for a pen. Use 'kharidna'.
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Treating 'अधिग्रहण' as feminine.
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अधिग्रहण किया गया।
It is a masculine noun; verbs must agree accordingly.
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Confusing it with 'Merger' (विलय).
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उनका विलय हुआ (Merger) vs उसने उसका अधिग्रहण किया (Acquisition).
In an acquisition, one takes over the other. In a merger, they combine.
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Misspelling with 'न' at the end.
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अधिग्रहण
The final letter must be the retroflex 'ण'.
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Pronouncing 'dh' and 'gh' without aspiration.
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Adhi-grahan (with breath).
Hindi is an aspirated language; these sounds are crucial for clarity.
نکات
Use in Business
Always prefer 'अधिग्रहण' over 'खरीद' in formal business reports or when speaking to professionals in the finance sector.
Aspirate the 'dh'
Ensure you breathe out when saying the 'dh' in 'Adhi'. A flat 'd' sound will make the word sound incorrect to native speakers.
Gender Agreement
Remember it's masculine. 'अधिग्रहण सफल रहा' (The acquisition was successful), not 'सफल रही'.
The Retroflex 'n'
Be careful to use 'ण' at the end. Using 'न' is a common spelling mistake for learners.
Social Sensitivity
When discussing 'Bhumi Adhigrahan' in India, be aware that it can be a sensitive topic related to farmers' rights.
Pair with 'Vilay'
Learn 'विलय' (Merger) alongside 'अधिग्रहण'. They are almost always mentioned together in M&A contexts.
News Keywords
If you hear 'अधिग्रहण' on the news, listen for the names of two companies—the first one is usually the buyer.
Formal Register
This word belongs to the 'Tatsama' category (Sanskrit-derived). Use it with other formal words to maintain consistency.
The 'Grab' Mnemonic
Associate 'Grahan' with 'Grabbing' to remember that it involves taking something over.
Legal Documents
In contracts, 'अधिग्रहण' implies a full transfer of all rights and liabilities, not just a simple sale.
حفظ کنید
روش یادسپاری
Think of 'Adhi' as 'Additional' and 'Grahan' as 'Grabbing'. An acquisition is when a company does some 'Additional Grabbing' of another company.
تداعی تصویری
Imagine a large corporate building (Adhi) reaching out with giant robotic hands to 'grab' (Grahan) a smaller building.
شبکه واژگان
چالش
Try to find a news article about a company buying another one. Translate the headline into Hindi using the word 'अधिग्रहण'.
ریشه کلمه
Derived from Sanskrit 'अधिग्रहण' (Adhigrahaṇa). It is a compound of the prefix 'अधि' (Adhi) and the root 'ग्रह' (Grah).
معنای اصلی: The prefix 'Adhi' implies superiority, over-arching, or official capacity. The root 'Grah' means to seize, grasp, or take. Thus, the original meaning is 'to take over with authority'.
Indo-Aryan (Sanskrit)بافت فرهنگی
Be careful using this word with farmers or landowners in rural India, as it may be perceived as a threat or a sign of impending displacement.
English speakers might use 'takeover' or 'buyout' informally, but Hindi speakers almost always stick to 'अधिग्रहण' in professional news.
تمرین در زندگی واقعی
موقعیتهای واقعی
Corporate Boardroom
- अधिग्रहण का प्रस्ताव
- शेयरों की खरीद
- प्रबंधन में बदलाव
- बाज़ार विस्तार
Legal Court
- अधिग्रहण की वैधानिकता
- मुआवजे की राशि
- अदालती आदेश
- भूमि अधिकार
Government Office
- सार्वजनिक सूचना
- सर्वेक्षण कार्य
- अधिग्रहण गजट
- विकास परियोजना
Business News Channel
- ब्रेकिंग न्यूज़
- शेयर बाज़ार पर असर
- सीईओ का बयान
- डील की कीमत
Academic Economics Class
- पूंजीवाद
- बाज़ार एकीकरण
- आर्थिक विकास
- प्रतिस्पर्धा कानून
شروعکنندههای مکالمه
"क्या आपको लगता है कि बड़े अधिग्रहणों से छोटे स्टार्टअप्स को नुकसान होता है?"
"हाल ही में हुए किसी बड़े अधिग्रहण के बारे में आपकी क्या राय है?"
"भारत में भूमि अधिग्रहण कानून इतना विवादास्पद क्यों है?"
"क्या अधिग्रहण हमेशा कंपनी के विकास के लिए अच्छा होता है?"
"अगर आपकी कंपनी का कोई अधिग्रहण करे, तो आप क्या करेंगे?"
موضوعات نگارش
आज के समाचार में किसी अधिग्रहण के बारे में पढ़ें और उसका सारांश हिंदी में लिखें।
कल्पना कीजिए कि आप एक कंपनी के मालिक हैं। आप किस कंपनी का अधिग्रहण करना चाहेंगे और क्यों?
भूमि अधिग्रहण के सामाजिक और आर्थिक प्रभावों पर एक छोटा लेख लिखें।
क्या अधिग्रहण और विलय (M&A) किसी देश की अर्थव्यवस्था के लिए संकेत हैं? अपने विचार लिखें।
एक डायरी प्रविष्टि लिखें जहाँ आपकी छोटी दुकान का एक बड़ी कंपनी द्वारा अधिग्रहण कर लिया गया है।
سوالات متداول
10 سوالNo, while very common in business, it is also frequently used for 'land acquisition' (भूमि अधिग्रहण) by the government for infrastructure projects. It can also refer to the formal taking over of any large asset or entity.
It is a masculine noun. Therefore, you should say 'बड़ा अधिग्रहण' (big acquisition) and use masculine verb forms like 'किया गया'.
The term is 'शत्रुतापूर्ण अधिग्रहण' (Shatrutapurn Adhigrahan). 'Shatrutapurn' means hostile or enemy-like.
Technically you could, but it sounds very legalistic. Usually, for a house, people use 'खरीदना' (to buy) or 'लेना' (to take). Use 'अधिग्रहण' if you are a company buying a large property portfolio.
'Arjan' is more about the process of earning or accumulating (like knowledge or wealth). 'Adhigrahan' is a specific, formal event of taking over an asset or entity.
No, it is the retroflex 'ण' (Na). You should curl your tongue back to touch the roof of your mouth when pronouncing it.
Not really. It is a formal word found in newspapers, news broadcasts, legal documents, and professional business discussions.
It is 'भूमि अधिग्रहण' (Bhumi Adhigrahan). It is a very common term in Indian politics and law.
It is a noun, but it becomes a phrasal verb when combined with 'करना' (to do), as in 'अधिग्रहण करना'.
In a business context, the opposite would be 'विनिवेश' (Vinivesh), which means divestment or selling off.
خودت رو بسنج 184 سوال
Write a sentence in Hindi about a company acquiring a startup.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'The government acquired the land for a highway.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a sentence using 'शत्रुतापूर्ण अधिग्रहण'.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Explain 'अधिग्रहण' in simple Hindi.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a headline about a merger and acquisition.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'This acquisition will change the market.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Use 'अधिग्रहण की प्रक्रिया' in a sentence.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write about the importance of compensation in land acquisition.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'The board approved the acquisition proposal.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a sentence about a failed acquisition.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Use 'अधिग्रहण मूल्य' in a sentence.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'After the acquisition, the name was changed.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a formal sentence about divestment (vinivesh).
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Use 'रणनीतिक अधिग्रहण' in a sentence.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'Transparency is needed in the acquisition process.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a sentence about cultural synergy in acquisitions.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Use 'अधिग्रहण कानून' in a sentence.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'The acquisition will strengthen our position.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a sentence about employee fear during takeovers.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Explain the difference between 'Adhigrahan' and 'Kabza'.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Pronounce correctly: 'अधिग्रहण'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say 'Land Acquisition' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Use 'अधिग्रहण' in a sentence about a business deal.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say 'Hostile Takeover' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Explain the word 'अधिग्रहण' to a friend in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Pronounce: 'शत्रुतापूर्ण अधिग्रहण'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'The acquisition is complete.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Explain why land acquisition is sensitive in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'We are planning an acquisition.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Pronounce: 'पुनर्मूल्यांकन'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Mergers and Acquisitions are common.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'The acquisition price is too high.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Use 'अधिग्रहण' in a sentence about the government.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Acquisition process started.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Pronounce: 'वैधानिकता'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Friendly Takeover' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Explain 'Arjan' vs 'Adhigrahan' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Shareholders approved the acquisition.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'This is a strategic move.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say: 'Acquisition of knowledge.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Listen to the sentence: 'कंपनी ने अधिग्रहण की घोषणा की।' What was announced?
Listen: 'भूमि अधिग्रहण के लिए मुआवजा दिया गया।' What was given?
Listen: 'यह एक शत्रुतापूर्ण अधिग्रहण है।' What kind of takeover is it?
Listen: 'अधिग्रहण की प्रक्रिया लंबी है।' How is the process?
Listen: 'विलय और अधिग्रहण बाज़ार के लिए अच्छे हैं।' What two things are good?
Listen: 'अधिग्रहण मूल्य 500 करोड़ है।' What is the price?
Listen: 'बोर्ड ने प्रस्ताव स्वीकार किया।' Did they accept or reject?
Listen: 'किसानों ने अधिग्रहण का विरोध किया।' Who protested?
Listen: 'अधिग्रहण के बाद नाम बदला।' What changed?
Listen: 'कानूनी बाधाओं के कारण देरी हुई।' Why was there a delay?
Listen: 'यह रणनीतिक अधिग्रहण है।' What kind of acquisition?
Listen: 'पारदर्शिता ज़रूरी है।' What is necessary?
Listen: 'अधिग्रहण सफल रहा।' Was it successful?
Listen: 'नया कानून लागू हुआ।' What happened?
Listen: 'अधिग्रहण की शर्तें गोपनीय हैं।' Are the terms public?
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Summary
The word 'अधिग्रहण' is your go-to term for 'Acquisition' in a professional or news-related setting. It implies authority and legality. Example: 'फेसबुक ने व्हाट्सएप का अधिग्रहण किया' (Facebook acquired WhatsApp). Use it to sound professional in Hindi business discussions.
- अधिग्रहण (Adhigrahan) is a formal Hindi noun meaning 'acquisition' or 'takeover,' primarily used in business, legal, and government contexts to describe official ownership transfer.
- It is a masculine noun derived from Sanskrit, often used with the verb 'karna' (to do) to describe the act of acquiring a company or land.
- Commonly heard in business news (M&A) and political discussions regarding land acquisition laws in India, it signifies a formal and strategic process.
- Unlike common words for 'buying,' it carries a high register and implies a complete legal transition of rights, assets, and control between entities.
Use in Business
Always prefer 'अधिग्रहण' over 'खरीद' in formal business reports or when speaking to professionals in the finance sector.
Aspirate the 'dh'
Ensure you breathe out when saying the 'dh' in 'Adhi'. A flat 'd' sound will make the word sound incorrect to native speakers.
Gender Agreement
Remember it's masculine. 'अधिग्रहण सफल रहा' (The acquisition was successful), not 'सफल रही'.
The Retroflex 'n'
Be careful to use 'ण' at the end. Using 'न' is a common spelling mistake for learners.
محتوای مرتبط
واژههای بیشتر work
आचार संहिता
B1مجموعهای از قوانین که مسئولیتها یا شیوههای مناسب برای یک فرد یا سازمان را مشخص میکند.
आगे बढ़ाना
A2پیش بردن چیزی یا کسی. به عنوان مثال، پیشبرد یک پروژه یا جلو بردن یک شیء.
आहरित करना
B1برداشت کردن؛ گرفتن پول از حساب.
आहिस्ता-आहिस्ता
B1به معنای 'آهسته آهسته' یا 'کمکم' است. این کلمه ریشه فارسی دارد و بسیار مؤدبانه است.
आजीविका
B1Livelihood; a means of securing the necessities of life.
आंकड़े इकट्ठा करना
B1جمعآوری آمار برای تجزیه و تحلیل.
आलेख तैयार करना
B1پیشنویس کردن یک سند یا آمادهسازی یک قطعه نوشتاری به صورت رسمی. معمولاً در زمینههای حرفهای یا آکادمیک استفاده میشود.
आलस्य से
B1Lazily; in a way that shows a lack of effort or enthusiasm.
आमदनी
A2درآمد، عایدی
आने वाला कल
B1روز بعد از امروز.