मुकाबला करना در ۳۰ ثانیه
- Means 'to compete' or 'to face off' in Hindi.
- Used in sports, politics, business, and personal challenges.
- Requires the postpositions 'ka' or 'se' for the opponent.
- A compound verb formed with the noun 'muqabala' and verb 'karna'.
The Hindi verb मुकाबला करना (mukābalā karnā) is a powerful and versatile expression that translates primarily as 'to compete,' 'to contend,' or 'to face off.' At its core, it describes a situation where two or more parties are pitted against each other, whether in a friendly sports match, a cutthroat business environment, or a literal battlefield. Derived from the Arabic root 'qabala' (to meet or face), the word carries an inherent sense of confrontation and meeting an opponent head-on. It is not merely about participating; it implies a struggle for superiority or survival. In modern Hindi, you will encounter this word in almost every sphere of life. In the world of sports, commentators use it to describe the clash between titans. In politics, it refers to the electoral battle between candidates. In personal development, it can even refer to 'facing' one's fears or challenges. The beauty of this phrase lies in its ability to scale from a small school competition to a global geopolitical standoff. When you use मुकाबला करना, you are highlighting the effort, the strategy, and the grit involved in dealing with an adversary or a difficult situation.
- Literal Meaning
- To do a confrontation or to perform a meeting-face-to-face.
- Contextual Nuance
- It often implies a level playing field or a significant challenge that requires courage.
भारतीय टीम ने ऑस्ट्रेलिया का मुकाबला किया। (The Indian team competed against Australia.)
Furthermore, the term is frequently used in news headlines to describe 'tough fights.' If a match is described as a 'कड़ा मुकाबला' (kaṛā mukābalā), it means the competition was intense and the margins were slim. For English speakers, it is helpful to think of this word as a bridge between 'competing' and 'confronting.' While 'compete' often feels like a formal process, मुकाबला करना feels more active and engaging. It suggests that you are standing your ground. For instance, if you are fighting against poverty or social injustice, you are 'doing muqabala' against those forces. It is a word of action, resilience, and determination. In everyday conversation, if someone challenges your opinion, you might say you are ready to 'mukabala' their arguments. It is widely understood across all Hindi-speaking regions and is considered standard vocabulary for anyone reaching an intermediate level of fluency.
हमें गरीबी का मुकाबला करना होगा। (We must fight/compete against poverty.)
वह अपने डर का मुकाबला कर रही है। (She is facing her fears.)
- Usage in Media
- Commonly used in sports journalism to describe a 'clash' between teams.
मैदान में दोनों पहलवानों ने एक-दूसरे का मुकाबला किया। (Both wrestlers competed against each other in the ring.)
Using मुकाबला करना correctly in a sentence requires an understanding of Hindi's compound verb structure and postpositions. Since it is a transitive compound verb formed with 'करना' (to do), it changes based on the tense and the gender/number of the object if used in the perfective tense. The most important thing to remember is the relationship between the subject and the opponent. Usually, you use the postposition 'का' (kā) or 'से' (sē). For example, 'दुश्मन का मुकाबला करना' (to face the enemy) uses 'का' because the enemy is the direct target of the confrontation. However, when talking about a mutual competition like a sports match, 'से' is often used to imply 'with' or 'against'. For instance, 'भारत का मुकाबला पाकिस्तान से है' (India's match is with Pakistan). Note that in the latter, 'मुकाबला' is used as a noun, but when used as a verb, the subject actively 'does' the competing.
- Present Continuous
- वे एक-दूसरे का मुकाबला कर रहे हैं। (They are competing with each other.)
क्या तुम इस चुनौती का मुकाबला करने के लिए तैयार हो? (Are you ready to face this challenge?)
In the past tense (Perfective), because 'करना' is a transitive verb, you must use the 'ने' (ne) particle with the subject. For example, 'उसने मेरा मुकाबला किया' (He competed with me). Here, the verb 'किया' agrees with the masculine noun 'मुकाबला'. If you were to say 'They faced the difficulties,' it would be 'उन्होंने मुश्किलों का मुकाबला किया.' Even though 'मुश्किलें' (difficulties) is feminine plural, the verb remains 'किया' because it is attached to the masculine noun 'मुकाबला' in the compound structure. This is a common point of confusion for learners, so pay close attention to the fact that the 'doing' part of the verb always tracks the noun 'मुकाबला' in its grammatical agreement in the perfective aspect.
- Future Tense
- अगले हफ्ते हम नई टीम का मुकाबला करेंगे। (Next week we will compete against the new team.)
सैनिकों ने बहादुरी से दुश्मनों का मुकाबला किया। (The soldiers faced the enemies with bravery.)
बाज़ार में नई कंपनियाँ पुरानी कंपनियों का मुकाबला कर रही हैं। (In the market, new companies are competing with old companies.)
- Imperative (Command)
- हिम्मत से इस स्थिति का मुकाबला करो! (Face this situation with courage!)
If you turn on a Hindi news channel during the Indian Premier League (IPL) or a World Cup, you will hear मुकाबला करना or its noun form मुकाबला every few minutes. Sports commentary is perhaps the most common domain for this word. Commentators describe every ball, every over, and every match as a 'mukabala.' For example, 'आज का मुकाबला बहुत रोमांचक होने वाला है' (Today's match/competition is going to be very exciting). It sets a tone of high stakes and high energy. Beyond sports, the word is a staple in political discourse. During elections, news anchors discuss how one party will 'mukabala' (contend with) another in specific constituencies. It frames politics as a battle of wits and popularity, making the news feel more dramatic and engaging.
- News Headlines
- 'विपक्ष ने सरकार का डटकर मुकाबला किया' (The opposition firmly faced the government).
टीवी पर क्रिकेट का मुकाबला चल रहा है। (The cricket match/competition is going on TV.)
In Bollywood movies, specifically in action or drama genres, the protagonist often uses this word when challenging the villain. Phrases like 'मैं तुम्हारा मुकाबला करूँगा' (I will face you/fight you) are iconic. It conveys a sense of heroic defiance. You will also hear it in academic or professional settings. A teacher might tell students that they have to 'mukabala karna' with the rising competition in entrance exams. In a business meeting, a manager might discuss how the company's new product will 'mukabala' with the international brands. It is a word that bridges the gap between formal and semi-formal registers, making it extremely useful for any learner who wants to sound natural in various social contexts.
- Daily Life
- Talking about price competition between two local shops.
इस साल चुनाव में कड़ा मुकाबला देखने को मिलेगा। (A tough competition will be seen in the elections this year.)
क्या तुम मेरा मुकाबला कर सकते हो? (Can you compete with me?)
- Cinema Quote
- 'मैदान-ए-जंग में मुकाबला बराबरी का होना चाहिए।' (In the battlefield, the competition should be between equals.)
One of the most frequent mistakes English speakers make when using मुकाबला करना is confusing it with तुलना करना (tulnā karnā), which means 'to compare.' While in English we might say 'There is no competition between the two,' meaning they are not comparable, in Hindi, मुकाबला करना strictly refers to the act of competing or facing off. If you want to say 'X is much better than Y,' you should use 'तुलना.' If you want to say 'X is fighting/competing against Y,' use 'मुकाबला.' Another common error involves the postpositions. Learners often forget to use 'का' or 'से' and try to use the verb directly like in English ('He competed me' is wrong; it must be 'He competed with me'). In Hindi, you must say 'उसने मेरा मुकाबला किया' (He did my competition/confrontation).
- Mistake 1: Wrong Postposition
- Incorrect: मैं तुम मुकाबला करूँगा। (I you will compete.)
Correct: मैं तुम्हारा मुकाबला करूँगा। (I will compete with you.)
गलत: वह बीमारी को मुकाबला कर रहा है।
सही: वह बीमारी का मुकाबला कर रहा है। (He is fighting the illness.)
Another nuance is the distinction between मुकाबला करना and सामना करना (sāmnā karnā). While both can mean 'to face,' सामना करना is more general and can refer to simply encountering something (like facing a wall or facing a truth). मुकाबला करना usually implies a struggle, a contest, or an effort to overcome an opponent. Using 'मुकाबला' when you just mean 'facing a direction' would be a significant error. Additionally, in the past tense, remember the 'ne' rule. Since 'मुकाबला करना' is transitive, you must say 'मैंने मुकाबला किया' and not 'मैं मुकाबला किया.' Forgetting the 'ne' is one of the most persistent errors for B1 level students.
- Mistake 2: Gender Agreement
- Even if a woman is speaking, she says 'मैंने मुकाबला किया' (not 'की') because 'किया' agrees with the masculine noun 'मुकाबला'.
गलत: हमने चुनौतियों का मुकाबला की।
सही: हमने चुनौतियों का मुकाबला किया। (We faced the challenges.)
सावधानी: 'मुकाबला' और 'तुलना' के बीच का अंतर समझें।
- Mistake 3: Overusing for 'Meeting'
- Don't use it for a casual meeting with a friend. Use 'मिलना' (milnā) instead.
To enrich your Hindi vocabulary, it is essential to know the synonyms and related terms for मुकाबला करना. Depending on the context—whether it is formal, literary, or colloquial—you might choose a different word. The most formal and Sanskritized alternative is प्रतिस्पर्धा करना (pratispardhā karnā). This is the exact equivalent of 'to compete' and is used in academic, official, or highly formal contexts, such as 'competitive exams' (प्रतिस्पर्धात्मक परीक्षा). Another common alternative is सामना करना (sāmnā karnā), which means 'to face.' While मुकाबला implies a contest, सामना is broader and can be used for facing problems, facing people, or facing directions. If you want to sound more aggressive or colloquial, you might use टक्कर लेना (ṭakkar lēnā), which literally means 'to take a collision' but figuratively means 'to challenge' or 'to take on' someone powerful.
- प्रतिस्पर्धा करना (Pratispardhā karnā)
- Formal 'to compete.' Used in business and education.
Example: कंपनियाँ बाज़ार में प्रतिस्पर्धा कर रही हैं। - सामना करना (Sāmnā karnā)
- To face/confront. More general than मुकाबला.
Example: उसने अपनी मुश्किलों का सामना किया।
उसने बड़े पहलवान से टक्कर ली। (He took on the big wrestler.)
In a military or conflict context, you might hear भिड़ना (bhiṛnā), which means 'to clash' or 'to lock horns.' It is more informal and suggests a physical or intense struggle. If the competition is specifically about arguing or debating, जिरह करना (jirah karnā) might be used in a legal context. For learners, मुकाबला करना remains the most versatile choice as it sits comfortably between the very formal प्रतिस्पर्धा and the more colloquial टक्कर लेना. Understanding these nuances helps you tailor your speech to the audience. For instance, in a job interview, use प्रतिस्पर्धा; while watching a football match with friends, मुकाबला or टक्कर is much better suited.
- भिड़ना (Bhiṛnā)
- To clash/collide. Often used for physical fights or heated arguments.
- होड़ (Hoṛ)
- A noun meaning 'race' or 'rivalry.' Often used with 'लगाना' (to start a race/rivalry).
यह खिलाड़ी विश्व चैंपियन को टक्कर दे सकता है। (This player can give the world champion a run for his money.)
विकास के लिए प्रतिस्पर्धा ज़रूरी है। (Competition is necessary for development.)
چقدر رسمی است؟
نکته جالب
In old administrative Hindi/Urdu, 'muqabala' was also used to mean 'auditing' or 'checking' documents against each other to ensure they matched.
راهنمای تلفظ
- Pronouncing 'mu' with a long 'oo' sound (as in 'moon'). It should be short.
- Merging 'ba' and 'la' too quickly. Each syllable should be distinct.
- Pronouncing 'karna' like 'kana'. The 'r' must be audible.
- Misplacing the stress on the last syllable 'la'.
- Confusing the 'b' sound with a 'v' sound.
سطح دشواری
The word is common in newspapers and books, making it easy to spot.
Requires correct use of 'ne' and postpositions like 'ka/se'.
Pronunciation is straightforward once the 'ka' stress is learned.
Very easy to hear in sports and news broadcasts.
بعداً چه یاد بگیریم؟
پیشنیازها
بعداً یاد بگیرید
پیشرفته
گرامر لازم
Compound Verbs with 'Karna'
मुकाबला (Noun) + करना (Verb) = मुकाबला करना (To compete).
The 'Ne' Particle in Past Tense
मैंने मुकाबला किया। (I competed.)
Postposition 'Ka' with Transitive Verbs
दुश्मन का मुकाबला करना। (To face the enemy.)
Gender Agreement in Compound Verbs
मुकाबला (masculine) dictates 'किया' even if the subject is feminine.
Infinitive as Noun
मुकाबला करना मुश्किल है। (Competing is difficult.)
مثالها بر اساس سطح
आज क्रिकेट का मुकाबला है।
Today is the cricket match.
Here 'muqabala' is used as a noun meaning 'match'.
यह एक बड़ा मुकाबला है।
This is a big competition/match.
A simple adjective-noun pair.
मुकाबला कब शुरू होगा?
When will the match start?
Interrogative sentence with 'muqabala'.
मुझे मुकाबला पसंद है।
I like the competition/match.
Subject + Object + Verb (pasannd hai).
दो टीमों का मुकाबला है।
It is a competition between two teams.
Use of 'ka' to show belonging.
यह मुकाबला अच्छा है।
This match is good.
Simple demonstrative sentence.
क्या आप मुकाबला देखेंगे?
Will you watch the match?
Future tense of 'dekhna'.
मुकाबला खत्म हो गया।
The match is over.
Past tense 'ho gaya' (became/happened).
हम मैच में मुकाबला करेंगे।
We will compete in the match.
Future tense of 'mukabala karna'.
वे एक-दूसरे से मुकाबला करते हैं।
They compete with each other.
Present habitual tense.
वह मुकाबला करना चाहती है।
She wants to compete.
Use of 'chahti hai' (wants).
क्या तुम मुकाबला करना जानते हो?
Do you know how to compete?
Use of 'jaante ho' (know).
हमें डटकर मुकाबला करना चाहिए।
We should compete/face it firmly.
Use of 'chahiye' (should).
वह खेल में मुकाबला कर रहा है।
He is competing in the game.
Present continuous tense.
उन्होंने कल मुकाबला किया।
They competed yesterday.
Past tense with 'ne' (unhone).
मुकाबला करना मुश्किल है।
Competing is difficult.
Using the infinitive as a subject.
भारतीय सेना ने दुश्मन का मुकाबला किया।
The Indian army faced/competed against the enemy.
Transitive past tense with 'ne' and 'ka'.
हमें मुश्किलों का मुकाबला करना होगा।
We will have to face the difficulties.
Future necessity 'hoga'.
वह अपनी बीमारी का मुकाबला कर रही है।
She is fighting/competing against her illness.
Abstract use of the verb.
दोनों कंपनियों के बीच कड़ा मुकाबला है।
There is a tough competition between the two companies.
Noun form in a descriptive sentence.
सच्चाई का मुकाबला करना आसान नहीं होता।
Facing the truth is not easy.
Infinitive phrase as subject.
तुम किसके साथ मुकाबला कर रहे हो?
With whom are you competing?
Interrogative with 'ke saath'.
मैदान में खिलाड़ियों ने एक-दूसरे का मुकाबला किया।
The players competed against each other on the field.
Plural subject with 'ne'.
बिना तैयारी के मुकाबला करना बेकार है।
Competing without preparation is useless.
Conditional/descriptive use.
बाज़ार में टिके रहने के लिए हमें बड़ी कंपनियों का मुकाबला करना पड़ेगा।
To survive in the market, we will have to compete with big companies.
Use of 'padega' for external necessity.
विपक्ष ने संसद में सरकार का डटकर मुकाबला किया।
The opposition firmly faced the government in the parliament.
Adverb 'datkar' used for emphasis.
वह अपने डर का मुकाबला करने की कोशिश कर रहा है।
He is trying to face his fear.
Compound verb with 'koshish karna'.
इस चुनाव में दो प्रधानमंत्रियों के बीच सीधा मुकाबला है।
In this election, there is a direct contest between two prime ministerial candidates.
Specific political context.
समाज में व्याप्त बुराइयों का मुकाबला करना हम सबकी ज़िम्मेदारी है।
It is our responsibility to fight against the evils prevalent in society.
Complex subject phrase.
क्या तुम इस चुनौती का मुकाबला करने के लिए पर्याप्त रूप से तैयार हो?
Are you sufficiently prepared to face this challenge?
Use of 'paryapt roop se' (sufficiently).
फिल्म में नायक ने अकेले ही पूरी गैंग का मुकाबला किया।
In the movie, the hero faced the entire gang alone.
Narrative past tense.
बढ़ती प्रतिस्पर्धा के युग में मुकाबला करना अनिवार्य हो गया है।
In the era of increasing competition, competing has become mandatory.
Formal academic style.
वैश्विक मंदी का मुकाबला करने के लिए ठोस आर्थिक नीतियों की आवश्यकता है।
Solid economic policies are needed to contend with the global recession.
High-level policy vocabulary.
लेखक ने अपनी पुस्तक में आधुनिकता और परंपरा के बीच के मुकाबले को दर्शाया है।
The author has depicted the clash between modernity and tradition in his book.
Literary analysis context.
न्यायालय में वकील ने अभियोजन पक्ष के तर्कों का कड़ा मुकाबला किया।
In court, the lawyer strongly contested the arguments of the prosecution.
Legal register.
इतिहास गवाह है कि हमने हर विदेशी आक्रमण का डटकर मुकाबला किया है।
History is witness that we have firmly faced every foreign invasion.
Historical/Patriotic register.
जलवायु परिवर्तन जैसी वैश्विक समस्या का मुकाबला सामूहिक प्रयासों से ही संभव है।
Contending with a global problem like climate change is possible only through collective efforts.
Environmental/Social context.
उसने अपने आंतरिक द्वंद्व का मुकाबला करने के लिए ध्यान का सहारा लिया।
He took the help of meditation to face his internal conflict.
Psychological/Philosophical context.
तकनीकी क्षेत्र में अग्रणी बने रहने के लिए निरंतर नवाचार का मुकाबला करना होगा।
To remain a leader in the technical field, one must contend with constant innovation.
Business/Tech register.
बौद्धिक स्तर पर उनका मुकाबला करना किसी के लिए भी आसान नहीं है।
Competing with them on an intellectual level is not easy for anyone.
Intellectual register.
अस्तित्व के इस महासंग्राम में हर जीव को प्रकृति की शक्तियों का मुकाबला करना पड़ता है।
In this great struggle for existence, every living being has to contend with the forces of nature.
Philosophical/Biological register.
सत्ता के गलियारों में होने वाले कूटनीतिक मुकाबले अक्सर गुप्त होते हैं।
The diplomatic confrontations that occur in the corridors of power are often secret.
Geopolitical register.
उनकी कविताओं में नियति के विरुद्ध मनुष्य के शाश्वत मुकाबले का वर्णन मिलता है।
In his poems, one finds a description of man's eternal struggle against destiny.
Literary criticism.
वैचारिक मतभेदों का मुकाबला केवल संवाद और तर्क से ही किया जा सकता है।
Confrontation of ideological differences can only be done through dialogue and logic.
Sociological discourse.
बाज़ार की शक्तियों का मुकाबला करने की क्षमता ही किसी स्टार्टअप की सफलता तय करती है।
The ability to contend with market forces determines the success of any startup.
Economic theory context.
प्राचीन ग्रंथों में देवताओं और असुरों के बीच हुए भीषण मुकाबलों का उल्लेख है।
Ancient texts mention the fierce confrontations between gods and demons.
Mythological/Historical register.
नैतिक पतन का मुकाबला करने के लिए समाज को अपने मूल्यों को पुनः खोजना होगा।
To fight against moral decay, society will have to rediscover its values.
Ethical discourse.
कलात्मक क्षेत्र में स्वयं की सीमाओं का मुकाबला करना ही सच्ची सृजनशीलता है।
Facing one's own limitations in the artistic field is true creativity.
Aesthetic philosophy.
مترادفها
متضادها
ترکیبهای رایج
عبارات رایج
— A confrontation in the battlefield. Used metaphorically for any big challenge.
ज़िंदगी भी एक मैदान-ए-जंग है जहाँ हमें मुकाबला करना पड़ता है।
— To compete as equals. Implies a fair and balanced contest.
हमें बराबरी का मुकाबला करना चाहिए।
— To fight against injustice. A common social/political phrase.
सच्चा इंसान हमेशा अन्याय का मुकाबला करता है।
— The spirit of competition. Competitive spirit.
बच्चों में मुकाबले की भावना होनी चाहिए।
— For the match or competition to be interesting/exciting.
आज का मुकाबला दिलचस्प होगा।
— To compete against each other.
वे बचपन से ही एक-दूसरे का मुकाबला कर रहे हैं।
— It is necessary to compete/face the situation.
डरने से काम नहीं चलेगा, मुकाबला करना ज़रूरी है।
اغلب اشتباه گرفته میشود با
English speakers often confuse 'compete' with 'compare.' Use 'tulna' for comparing qualities and 'muqabala' for an actual contest.
While similar to 'facing,' 'muqabala' is more specific to competition. 'Samna' is more general.
Don't use 'muqabala' for a friendly meeting. 'Milna' is for meeting friends; 'muqabala' is for meeting opponents.
اصطلاحات و عبارات
— To engage in a tough fight or to challenge a powerful opponent. Similar to 'mukabala karna' but more intense.
महाराणा प्रताप ने मुगलों से लोहा लिया।
Literary/Historical— To defeat someone thoroughly in a competition or battle. Often used with 'mukabala'.
भारतीय टीम ने विरोधियों के दाँत खट्टे कर दिए।
Idiomatic— To give a crushing reply or to face a challenge with even greater force.
हमें दुश्मनों को ईंट का जवाब पत्थर से देना होगा।
Aggressive/Idiomatic— To win the competition or the battle.
कड़े मुकाबले के बाद उसने मैदान मार लिया।
Colloquial— To be a worthy opponent or to be equal in skill/strength.
यह खिलाड़ी उसके टक्कर का है।
Neutral— To defeat someone humiliatingly in a contest.
पहलवान ने अपने प्रतिद्वंद्वी को धूल चटा दी।
Informal— To make someone struggle hard in a competition. To give a tough time.
आज के मुकाबले ने सबके पसीने छुड़ा दिए।
Colloquial— To run away from a fight or competition. To show cowardice.
सच्चा योद्धा मुकाबले में कभी पीठ नहीं दिखाता।
Literary— To win the prize or the competition at the last moment.
अंत में उसने बाजी मार ली।
Colloquial— To have a short, quick bout or a brief confrontation.
आओ, ज़रा दो-दो हाथ कर लें।
Informalبهراحتی اشتباه گرفته میشود
Both involve two entities.
Tulna is about finding differences/similarities; Muqabala is about fighting or competing to win.
मेरी तुलना उससे मत करो (Don't compare me to him). मेरा उससे मुकाबला है (I have a competition with him).
Both mean 'to face.'
Samna can be passive (facing a wall); Muqabala is always active (competing/fighting).
मुसीबत का सामना करो (Face the trouble). मुसीबत का मुकाबला करो (Fight/Contend with the trouble).
Both mean 'competition.'
Pratiyogita is the noun for a 'contest' (like a quiz). Muqabala is the act or the 'clash' itself.
मैंने प्रतियोगिता में भाग लिया (I took part in the contest).
Both imply a struggle.
Larai is often negative or physical (a fight/war). Muqabala can be a positive, healthy competition.
उनकी लड़ाई हो गई (They had a fight).
Both involve being against something.
Virodh is 'opposition' or 'protest.' Muqabala is 'contention' or 'match.'
उसने मेरा विरोध किया (He opposed me).
الگوهای جملهسازی
[Noun] का मुकाबला है।
आज भारत का मुकाबला है।
[Subject] मुकाबला करना चाहता/चाहती है।
वह मुकाबला करना चाहती है।
[Subject] ने [Object] का मुकाबला किया।
हमने मुश्किलों का मुकाबला किया।
[Subject] [Object] से मुकाबला कर रहा है।
राम श्याम से मुकाबला कर रहा है।
[Object] का मुकाबला करना [Adjective] है।
दुश्मन का मुकाबला करना ज़रूरी है।
[Phrase] के लिए मुकाबला करना होगा।
जीत के लिए मुकाबला करना होगा।
[Abstract Noun] का मुकाबला सामूहिक प्रयासों से संभव है।
भ्रष्टाचार का मुकाबला सामूहिक प्रयासों से संभव है।
[Subject] [Object] का कड़ा मुकाबला करने में सक्षम है।
हमारी अर्थव्यवस्था वैश्विक संकट का कड़ा मुकाबला करने में सक्षम है।
خانواده کلمه
اسمها
فعلها
صفتها
مرتبط
نحوه استفاده
Very common in daily speech, media, and literature.
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मैं मुकाबला किया।
→
मैंने मुकाबला किया।
Since 'muqabala karna' is transitive, you must use the 'ne' particle in the perfective past tense.
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वह मेरा तुलना कर रहा है।
→
वह मेरा मुकाबला कर रहा है।
If you mean he is competing with me, use 'muqabala.' 'Tulna' is for comparison.
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हमने मुकाबला की।
→
हमने मुकाबला किया।
The verb agrees with the masculine noun 'muqabala,' not the subject or the other objects.
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मैं तुमसे मुकाबला करूँगा।
→
मैं तुम्हारा मुकाबला करूँगा।
While 'se' is sometimes used, 'ka/tumhara' is more standard when 'muqabala' is treated as a direct confrontation.
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कल एक अच्छा मुकाबला हुई।
→
कल एक अच्छा मुकाबला हुआ।
'Muqabala' is a masculine noun, so the verb must be 'hua'.
نکات
Master the 'Ne' Rule
In the past tense, always use 'ne' with the subject: 'Usne mukabala kiya.' This is the hallmark of a B1-B2 learner.
Pair with Adverbs
Use 'बहादुरी से' (bravely) or 'डटकर' (firmly) to sound more like a native speaker.
Sports News
Watch Hindi sports news to see how 'mukabala' is used in different contexts every day.
Pronunciation
Ensure the 'ka' is long and the 'mu' is short. This prevents confusion with other similar-sounding words.
Use in Essays
When writing about social issues, use 'buraiyon ka muqabala' (fighting evils) to show high-level proficiency.
Context Clues
If you hear 'muqabala', look for the names of two teams or people nearby in the sentence.
Learn 'Takkar Dena'
To say someone is a good match for someone else, use 'takkar dena'. It's a great related phrase.
Not for Meetings
Never use 'muqabala' for a date or a meeting with a friend. It implies a fight or contest!
Formal Situations
In interviews, use 'pratispardha' for business competition to sound more professional.
Song Association
Listen to the song 'Muqabala Muqabala' to cement the word in your memory forever.
حفظ کنید
روش یادسپاری
Think of 'Moo' (like a cow) + 'Ka' (as in car) + 'Bala' (as in ball). Imagine a cow in a car chasing a ball in a competition. 'Mu-ka-bala karna' is the act of doing that competition.
تداعی تصویری
Visualize two boxers facing each other in a ring. The word 'muqabala' literally means 'facing each other.' The 'ring' is the 'maidan' where the 'muqabala' happens.
شبکه واژگان
چالش
Write three sentences: one about a sports competition, one about a personal challenge, and one about a business rivalry using 'मुकाबला करना'.
ریشه کلمه
The word 'मुकाबला' (mukābalā) comes from Arabic 'muqābalah', which is a verbal noun of the third form of the root 'q-b-l' (meaning to accept, face, or meet). It entered Hindi through Persian during the medieval period.
معنای اصلی: Confrontation, meeting face-to-face, or comparison.
Semitic (Arabic) -> Indo-Aryan (Hindi/Urdu).بافت فرهنگی
While generally positive (competitive spirit), in some contexts it can imply a hostile confrontation. Use carefully in delicate diplomatic situations.
English speakers might use 'compete' in a more clinical way, whereas 'mukabala' has a more dramatic, confrontational feel.
تمرین در زندگی واقعی
موقعیتهای واقعی
Sports Match
- आज का मुकाबला
- कड़ा मुकाबला
- मैदान में मुकाबला
- मुकाबला जीतना
Politics/Elections
- सीधा मुकाबला
- त्रिकोणीय मुकाबला
- वोटों का मुकाबला
- विपक्ष का मुकाबला
Business
- बाज़ार में मुकाबला
- कीमतों का मुकाबला
- ब्रांड का मुकाबला
- नई कंपनियों का मुकाबला
Military/Conflict
- दुश्मन का मुकाबला
- डटकर मुकाबला
- सीमा पर मुकाबला
- बहादुरी से मुकाबला
Personal Growth
- डर का मुकाबला
- चुनौतियों का मुकाबला
- मुसीबत का मुकाबला
- स्वयं का मुकाबला
شروعکنندههای مکالمه
"क्या आप आज का क्रिकेट मुकाबला देखेंगे?"
"आपके हिसाब से इस चुनाव में किसका मुकाबला किससे है?"
"क्या आपको लगता है कि मुकाबला करना हमेशा अच्छा होता है?"
"आपने अपनी ज़िंदगी में सबसे बड़ी किस चुनौती का मुकाबला किया है?"
"क्या नई कंपनी पुरानी कंपनी का मुकाबला कर पाएगी?"
موضوعات نگارش
आज मैंने एक बड़ी चुनौती का मुकाबला किया। इसके बारे में विस्तार से लिखें।
मुकाबला और सहयोग में से क्या ज़्यादा ज़रूरी है? अपने विचार लिखें।
अगर आपको किसी प्रसिद्ध व्यक्ति के साथ मुकाबला करने का मौका मिले, तो वह कौन होगा?
बचपन के किसी खेल के मुकाबले की यादें साझा करें।
भविष्य में आप किस लक्ष्य को पाने के लिए मुकाबला करने को तैयार हैं?
سوالات متداول
10 سوالNo, it rarely means a physical fight unless contextually implied (like in boxing). It usually refers to sports matches, business competition, or facing challenges.
Yes, you can say 'परीक्षा का मुकाबला करना' to mean facing the challenge of an exam, though 'परीक्षा देना' is more common for just 'taking' an exam.
Use 'ka' when you are facing/fighting an entity (dushman ka muqabala). Use 'se' when you are competing 'with' someone in a match (unse muqabala).
Yes, it is perfectly acceptable. However, for a very formal presentation, 'pratispardha' might sound more sophisticated.
Just use 'मुकाबला' (mukabala). For example, 'Aaj ka mukabala' (Today's match).
It is masculine. That is why we say 'mukabala hua' and not 'hui'.
No, use 'tulna karna' for comparison. 'Muqabala karna' is for competing.
It means to compete or face something very firmly and bravely, without giving up.
Yes, very frequently! There are many songs and movie titles with this word.
Yes, it is originally an Arabic word and is a core part of the Urdu vocabulary, used in exactly the same way.
خودت رو بسنج 200 سوال
Write a sentence in Hindi about two teams competing in a football match.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Describe a time you faced a challenge using 'मुकाबला करना' in the past tense.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate to Hindi: 'We must fight against corruption.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Use the idiom 'मैदान मारना' in a sentence about a competition.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a short paragraph (3 sentences) about why competition is important in business.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Create a dialogue between two friends challenging each other to a race.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'The soldiers faced the enemy with great bravery.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Explain the difference between 'muqabala' and 'tulna' in Hindi.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a formal sentence about economic competition between nations.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Use 'डटकर मुकाबला करना' in a sentence about overcoming a personal fear.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'It is not easy to compete with him.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a sentence using the future tense of 'muqabala karna'.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Describe a 'barabari ka muqabala' you have seen.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'Facing the truth requires courage.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Use the word 'प्रतिस्पर्धा' in a sentence about school.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a headline for a sports news story using 'मुकाबला'.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'They are competing for the first prize.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a sentence about a political debate using 'मुकाबला'.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Use 'muqabala karna' in a sentence about a video game.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'We faced many difficulties during our journey.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Say 'Today is the big match' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Pronounce 'मुकाबला करना' correctly.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Challenge your friend to a game of chess in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say 'I faced the challenge' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Ask 'When will the competition start?' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Use 'डटकर मुकाबला करना' in a sentence about a storm.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say 'It's a fair fight' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Tell someone 'Don't be afraid to compete' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Pronounce 'प्रतिस्पर्धा' (synonym) correctly.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say 'The match was very exciting' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Ask 'Who is competing with whom?' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say 'I am ready for the challenge' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Use 'मुकाबला करना' in the present continuous tense.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say 'We won the match' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say 'There is no competition' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Ask 'How was the competition?' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say 'I like healthy competition' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Use 'ka' postposition correctly in a sentence.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say 'The world is full of competition' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say 'I will face you' in a dramatic way.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Listen and identify the noun: 'कल का मुकाबला रोमांचक था।' What is the noun?
In the phrase 'कड़ा मुकाबला', what does 'kada' sound like?
Listen to 'उसने मुकाबला किया'. Is it past, present, or future?
Identify the postposition in 'मुश्किलों का मुकाबला'.
Listen for the word 'ne' in 'सैनिकों ने मुकाबला किया'. Why is it there?
What follows 'muqabala' in 'muqabala karna'?
Is the stress on the first or second syllable of 'mukabala'?
Does 'muqabala' sound like 'mu-ka-ba-la' or 'muk-a-bal-a'?
Listen to 'मुकाबला 2 बजे है'. What time is the match?
Identify the adjective in 'बराबरी का मुकाबला'.
Listen to 'वे मुकाबला करेंगे'. Is it plural or singular?
What is the last sound in 'मुकाबला'?
Listen to 'डटकर मुकाबला'. What does 'datkar' imply?
In 'मुकाबला जीतना', what is the verb?
Listen to 'किसका मुकाबला है?'. What is being asked?
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Summary
The phrase 'मुकाबला करना' is the go-to expression for any form of competition or confrontation in Hindi. Whether you are watching a cricket match or fighting a personal battle, this word captures the spirit of the contest. Example: 'सैनिकों ने बहादुरी से मुकाबला किया' (The soldiers fought/faced bravely).
- Means 'to compete' or 'to face off' in Hindi.
- Used in sports, politics, business, and personal challenges.
- Requires the postpositions 'ka' or 'se' for the opponent.
- A compound verb formed with the noun 'muqabala' and verb 'karna'.
Master the 'Ne' Rule
In the past tense, always use 'ne' with the subject: 'Usne mukabala kiya.' This is the hallmark of a B1-B2 learner.
Pair with Adverbs
Use 'बहादुरी से' (bravely) or 'डटकर' (firmly) to sound more like a native speaker.
Sports News
Watch Hindi sports news to see how 'mukabala' is used in different contexts every day.
Pronunciation
Ensure the 'ka' is long and the 'mu' is short. This prevents confusion with other similar-sounding words.
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.
