मेवे
मेवे در ۳۰ ثانیه
- Meve refers to dry fruits and nuts like almonds and raisins.
- It is a masculine plural noun used for a collective group.
- It is a symbol of health, wealth, and hospitality in India.
- Commonly used in festive cooking, gifting, and daily healthy snacks.
The Hindi word मेवे (meve) is the plural form of मेवा (meva). In its most literal and frequent application, it refers to dry fruits and nuts. This category encompasses a wide variety of energy-dense, shelf-stable edible items such as almonds (badam), cashews (kaju), raisins (kishmish), walnuts (akhrot), and pistachios (pista). Unlike the term 'phal' which refers to fresh, succulent fruits like mangoes or apples, 'meve' specifically denotes the dried or nutty variety. In Indian culture, these are not just snacks; they are symbols of hospitality, health, and luxury. When you visit an Indian household during a festival, you are almost certain to be offered a tray of 'meve'. The word is used in kitchens when discussing ingredients for desserts, in markets when bargaining for high-quality produce, and in health contexts when discussing nutritional supplements. It is an essential noun for anyone navigating an Indian grocery store or reading a traditional recipe book. The term originates from Persian, reflecting the historical influence of Persian culture on North Indian cuisine, particularly the rich, nut-heavy dishes of the Mughal era.
- Category
- Food/Noun (Masculine Plural)
- Culinary Context
- Used primarily in desserts (kheer, halwa) and rich gravies.
- Social Significance
- Often gifted during Diwali and weddings as a sign of respect and prosperity.
त्योहारों पर हम मेहमानों को मेवे और मिठाइयाँ देते हैं। (On festivals, we give nuts and sweets to guests.)
स्वास्थ्य के लिए मुट्ठी भर मेवे रोज़ाना खाएं। (Eat a handful of dry fruits daily for health.)
Furthermore, 'meve' can be used metaphorically in some contexts to mean the 'fruits' of one's labor, though 'phal' is more common for that specific idiom. In everyday speech, you will hear it most often in the phrase 'Sookhe meve' (dry fruits). If you are looking for a mix of nuts, you would ask for 'mishrit meve'. Understanding this word allows you to appreciate the depth of Indian culinary traditions, where ingredients are carefully chosen not just for taste but for their Ayurvedic properties. For instance, almonds are believed to sharpen the memory, and raisins are good for digestion. Thus, 'meve' are treated with a level of reverence that regular snacks might not receive. In a sentence, 'meve' follows the rules of masculine plural nouns. If it is the subject, it remains 'meve'. If it is followed by a postposition like 'ko' or 'mein', it changes to 'mevo' (e.g., 'mevo ko bhun lijiye' - roast the nuts).
Using मेवे (meve) correctly involves understanding its grammatical role as a masculine plural noun. Since it usually refers to a collection of different types of nuts or a quantity of one type, the plural form is the standard way to refer to them as a category. If you are talking about a single piece of nut, you might use the specific name of the nut (like 'ek badam'), but 'meve' is the collective term. In a sentence like 'I like nuts', you would say 'Mujhe meve pasand hain'. Notice the 'hain' at the end, indicating the plural subject. When you are instructing someone in the kitchen, you might say 'Meve kaat do' (Chop the nuts). Here, 'meve' is the direct object. If you want to specify 'dry fruits', you add the adjective 'sookhe' (dry) to get 'sookhe meve'.
- Direct Case
- ये मेवे ताज़ा हैं। (These nuts are fresh.)
- Oblique Case
- इन मेवों की कीमत क्या है? (What is the price of these nuts?)
- Imperative Context
- खीर में थोड़े मेवे डाल दीजिए। (Please add some nuts to the rice pudding.)
बाज़ार से आधा किलो मेवे ले आना। (Bring half a kilo of nuts from the market.)
सर्दियों में मेवे खाना अच्छा होता है। (Eating dry fruits in winter is good.)
In more advanced usage, 'meve' can be part of compound adjectives. For example, a 'meve-dar' (full of nuts) dish. You might also encounter the term in the context of 'Panch Meva', which is a specific mixture of five types of dry fruits used in Hindu religious offerings (Prasad). This includes traditionally almonds, cashews, raisins, dry dates, and coconut. When describing a rich lifestyle or a rich diet, one might say 'voh toh meve-mishri khata hai' (he eats nuts and sugar candy), implying he lives very comfortably. In professional culinary Hindi, you might hear 'meve ki qatran' (slivers of nuts), which refers to the thinly sliced garnishes found on top of sweets like Barfi or Shahi Tukda. Mastery of this word involves knowing when to keep it simple and when to use its oblique form 'mevo' to sound like a native speaker.
The word मेवे (meve) is ubiquitous in several specific environments in India. First and foremost is the 'Kirana' store (local grocery shop) or the 'Meva Mandi' (wholesale dry fruit market). In cities like Delhi, the Khari Baoli market is famous for its 'meve'. You will hear shopkeepers shouting prices or customers asking about the quality: 'Bhaiya, ye meve taaza hain na?' (Brother, are these nuts fresh?). The second most common place is the household kitchen, especially during the preparation of festive meals. Mothers and grandmothers will often be heard saying, 'Meve bhigo do' (Soak the nuts) or 'Meve koot do' (Crush the nuts). During festivals like Diwali, Eid, or Holi, 'meve' becomes a central topic of conversation because gifting 'meve ke dibbe' (boxes of dry fruits) is a standard social practice.
- Marketplace
- 'Meva Mandi' is the dedicated section for wholesalers.
- Religious Sites
- Used in 'Prasad' (blessed food offerings) in temples.
- Health Clinics
- Doctors often recommend 'meve' for protein and healthy fats.
दुकानदार: "ये सबसे अच्छे मेवे हैं, कश्मीर से आए हैं।" (Shopkeeper: "These are the best nuts, they have come from Kashmir.")
दादी: "रात को मेवे भिगो देना, सुबह खाएंगे।" (Grandmother: "Soak the nuts at night, we will eat them in the morning.")
You will also hear this word in the media, particularly in health segments on news channels or in cooking shows. Celebrity chefs often emphasize the importance of 'roasting meve' to enhance their flavor. In literature and songs, 'meve' can symbolize sweetness or the bounty of nature. For example, a folk song might mention the 'meve' of the mountains. In the context of the gym or fitness culture in India, 'meve' are often discussed as 'natural supplements'. You might hear a trainer say, 'Protein powder ki jagah meve khao' (Eat nuts instead of protein powder). Lastly, in the business world, the 'Meva Vyapaar' (Dry fruit trade) is a significant sector, and you might see headlines about the rising prices of 'meve' during the wedding season. This wide range of contexts shows that 'meve' is a word that bridges the gap between the traditional kitchen, the modern gym, and the bustling marketplace.
One of the most frequent mistakes learners make with मेवे (meve) is confusing it with the word मावा (mava). Although they differ by only one vowel sound, their meanings are entirely different. 'Meva' refers to nuts and dry fruits, while 'Mava' (also known as Khoya) refers to milk that has been thickened by heating in an open iron pan. If you ask a sweet-shop owner for a 'mava' box when you want dry fruits, you will end up with a block of dairy instead of almonds and cashews. Another common error is using 'meve' when you mean fresh fruit. Fresh fruits like bananas, oranges, and grapes are always called 'phal' (फल). While 'meve' are technically dried fruits, the category is distinct in Hindi conversation.
- Meva vs. Mava
- Meva = Dry Fruits; Mava = Condensed Milk Solids.
- Meva vs. Phal
- Meva = Dried/Nutty; Phal = Fresh/Juicy.
- Pluralization Error
- Saying 'Mevas' (English-style plural) instead of 'Meve'.
गलत: मुझे ताज़ा मेवे जैसे आम पसंद हैं। (Wrong: I like fresh nuts like mangoes.)
सही: मुझे ताज़ा फल जैसे आम पसंद हैं। (Right: I like fresh fruits like mangoes.)
A subtle mistake involves the use of the oblique case. Beginners often say 'Meve ka price' instead of 'Mevo ka price'. In Hindi, when a noun is followed by a postposition (ka, ke, ki, mein, se, ko), the noun must change its form if it is plural. For masculine plural nouns ending in 'e' like 'meve', they change to 'o' (mevo). Another mistake is assuming all 'meve' are sweet. While raisins and dates are sweet, almonds and walnuts are not. Therefore, 'meve' is a broad category of texture and form rather than a flavor profile. Lastly, some learners try to use 'meve' as a verb. 'Meve' is strictly a noun. If you want to say 'to add nuts', you must use a verb like 'daalna' (to put/add). Avoid phrases like 'Khana meve karo' which is nonsensical. Instead, use 'Khane mein meve daalo'. Keeping these distinctions in mind will help you sound more natural and avoid confusion in the kitchen or market.
While मेवे (meve) is the most common general term for dry fruits and nuts, there are several alternatives and more specific words you can use depending on the context. The most formal or descriptive alternative is सूखे फल (sookhe phal), which literally translates to 'dry fruits'. This is often used in health literature or formal menus. If you want to be very specific about the nuts, you would use their individual names. For example, if a recipe only calls for almonds, you wouldn't just say 'meve', you would say बादाम (badam). If you are referring to a mixture of nuts and seeds, you might use the term तिल-हन (til-han) for oilseeds, though this is more technical and less common in daily speech.
- सूखे फल (Sookhe Phal)
- More literal translation of 'dry fruits'. Used in formal contexts.
- गिरी (Giri)
- Refers specifically to the kernel or the 'nut' inside a shell (e.g., akhrot ki giri).
- काजू-बादाम (Kaju-Badam)
- Often used as a pair to represent the whole category of expensive nuts.
डॉक्टर ने सूखे फल खाने की सलाह दी है। (The doctor has advised eating dry fruits.)
मुझे अखरोट की गिरी बहुत पसंद है। (I really like the walnut kernels.)
Another related term is नट्स (nuts). Due to the influence of English, many urban Indians simply use the English word 'nuts' while speaking Hindi. However, 'meve' remains the soulful, traditional choice. In the context of religious offerings, you might hear पंचमेवा (panchmeva), which refers specifically to a sacred mix of five items. If you are talking about the texture of a dish, you might use कुरकुरा (kurkura) (crunchy) to describe the effect of adding 'meve'. Understanding these synonyms helps you navigate different social strata—from the formal 'sookhe phal' to the colloquial 'kaju-badam' and the traditional 'meve'. Each carries a slightly different weight but all center around the richness and nutritional value of these plant-based powerhouses.
چقدر رسمی است؟
نکته جالب
While in modern Persian 'miva' still means any fruit, in Hindi, if you want to say 'fruit', you use the Sanskrit-derived word 'phal'. 'Meva' is reserved for the premium, dried variety.
راهنمای تلفظ
- Pronouncing it as 'Mee-vee' (like the English word 'me').
- Pronouncing the 'v' too harshly like a sharp 'v' in 'victory'. In Hindi, it's softer.
- Making the first syllable short like 'meh-vay'. It should be 'may-vay'.
- Confusing it with 'Mava' (thickened milk).
- Adding an 's' at the end when speaking English ('meves').
سطح دشواری
The script is simple, but the oblique form 'mevo' might confuse beginners.
Requires remembering the 'matra' for 'm' and 'v'.
Easy to pronounce if you remember it's 'May-vay'.
Can be easily confused with 'Mava' in fast speech.
بعداً چه یاد بگیریم؟
پیشنیازها
بعداً یاد بگیرید
پیشرفته
گرامر لازم
Masculine Plural Nouns ending in -e
मेवा (Singular) -> मेवे (Plural).
Oblique Case Transformation
मेवे (Direct) + को (Postposition) = मेवों को.
Adjective-Noun Agreement
अच्छे मेवे (Good nuts), not अच्छी मेवे.
Compound Verb Usage
मेवे डाल देना (To put nuts - completed action).
Quantifier Agreement
बहुत मेवे (Many nuts), थोड़े मेवे (Few nuts).
مثالها بر اساس سطح
मुझे मेवे पसंद हैं।
I like nuts.
Simple subject-verb-object structure.
यह मेवे हैं।
These are nuts.
'Ye' is the plural demonstrative pronoun.
मेवे खाओ।
Eat nuts.
Imperative form of the verb 'khana'.
क्या ये मेवे हैं?
Are these nuts?
Simple question formation with 'Kya'.
मेरे पास मेवे हैं।
I have nuts.
Possession using 'ke paas'.
मेवे मीठे हैं।
The nuts (raisins/dates) are sweet.
Adjective 'meethe' agrees with masculine plural 'meve'.
एक किलो मेवे।
One kilo of nuts.
Quantity followed by the noun.
मेवे और फल।
Nuts and fruits.
Using the conjunction 'aur'.
बाज़ार से मेवे लाओ।
Bring nuts from the market.
Use of postposition 'se' (from).
दूध में मेवे डालो।
Put nuts in the milk.
Use of postposition 'mein' (in).
ये मेवे बहुत महंगे हैं।
These nuts are very expensive.
Adjective 'mehangey' agrees with plural 'meve'.
मुझे सूखे मेवे चाहिए।
I want dry fruits.
Use of 'chahiye' for wanting something.
मेवे सेहत के लिए अच्छे हैं।
Nuts are good for health.
Compound postposition 'ke liye' (for).
क्या आप मेवे खाते हैं?
Do you eat nuts?
Present indefinite question.
वह मेवे काट रही है।
She is cutting nuts.
Present continuous tense.
थाली में थोड़े मेवे हैं।
There are some nuts in the plate.
Quantifier 'thode' (some/few).
सर्दियों में मेवे खाना फायदेमंद होता है।
Eating nuts in winter is beneficial.
Gerundial use of 'khana' as a subject.
इन मेवों को पानी में भिगो दें।
Soak these nuts in water.
Oblique form 'mevo' because of postposition 'ko'.
मेवों की खुशबू बहुत अच्छी है।
The aroma of the nuts is very good.
Oblique form 'mevo' with possessive 'ki'.
हमें रोज़ाना मुट्ठी भर मेवे खाने चाहिए।
We should eat a handful of nuts daily.
Use of 'chahiyen' (plural) agreeing with 'meve'.
मिठाई के ऊपर मेवे सजाए गए हैं।
Nuts are decorated on top of the sweet.
Passive construction 'sajaye gaye hain'.
बिना मेवों के खीर अधूरी है।
Kheer is incomplete without nuts.
Oblique form 'mevo' with 'bina' (without).
क्या आपने मेवे भून लिए हैं?
Have you roasted the nuts?
Compound verb 'bhun lena' in perfect tense.
मेवों का व्यापार बढ़ रहा है।
The dry fruit trade is growing.
Oblique form 'mevo' with 'ka'.
त्योहारों के दौरान मेवों की मांग बढ़ जाती है।
The demand for dry fruits increases during festivals.
Complex noun phrase 'mevo ki maang'.
मेवों में पाए जाने वाले तेल दिल के लिए अच्छे होते हैं।
The oils found in nuts are good for the heart.
Relative clause 'paaye jaane waale'.
अगर मेवे ताज़ा न हों, तो उनका स्वाद कड़वा हो जाता है।
If the nuts are not fresh, their taste becomes bitter.
Conditional sentence 'Agar... toh'.
उसने मेवों के डिब्बे बहुत सुंदर तरीके से पैक किए।
He packed the nut boxes very beautifully.
Adverbial phrase 'sundar tareeke se'.
विभिन्न प्रकार के मेवों के अलग-अलग लाभ होते हैं।
Different types of nuts have different benefits.
Use of 'vibhinn' and 'alag-alag' for variety.
मेवों को ज़्यादा देर तक भूनने से वे जल सकते हैं।
Roasting nuts for too long can burn them.
Use of 'se' to indicate cause/reason.
क्या आप जानते हैं कि मेवे कैसे स्टोर किए जाते हैं?
Do you know how nuts are stored?
Indirect question with 'ki'.
मेवों की गुणवत्ता की जाँच करना ज़रूरी है।
It is important to check the quality of the nuts.
Genitive construction 'mevo ki gunvatta'.
मुग़लई व्यंजनों में मेवों का उपयोग प्रचुर मात्रा में किया जाता है।
Dry fruits are used in abundance in Mughlai cuisine.
Formal vocabulary like 'vyanjan' and 'prachur'.
आयुर्वेद के अनुसार, मेवे शरीर को प्राकृतिक ऊर्जा प्रदान करते हैं।
According to Ayurveda, nuts provide natural energy to the body.
Formal phrase 'ke anusar'.
मेवों के अत्यधिक सेवन से पाचन संबंधी समस्याएँ हो सकती हैं।
Excessive consumption of nuts can cause digestive problems.
Sanskritized vocabulary like 'atyadhik sevan'.
इस क्षेत्र की अर्थव्यवस्था मुख्य रूप से मेवों के निर्यात पर टिकी है।
The economy of this region primarily rests on the export of dry fruits.
Economic context with 'niryat' (export).
मेवों की खेती के लिए विशिष्ट जलवायु परिस्थितियों की आवश्यकता होती है।
The cultivation of nuts requires specific climatic conditions.
Scientific terminology like 'vashisht jalvayu'.
प्राचीन काल में मेवे केवल राज परिवारों के लिए उपलब्ध थे।
In ancient times, nuts were available only to royal families.
Historical reference with 'prachin kaal'.
मेवों के अर्क का उपयोग सौंदर्य प्रसाधनों में भी किया जाता है।
The extract of nuts is also used in cosmetics.
Technical use 'ark' (extract).
मेवों की पैकेजिंग में नमी से बचाव का विशेष ध्यान रखा जाता है।
Special care is taken to protect against moisture in the packaging of nuts.
Industrial context.
मेवों की मिठास और उनकी पौष्टिकता का संगम उन्हें एक आदर्श आहार बनाता है।
The confluence of the sweetness of dry fruits and their nutritional value makes them an ideal diet.
Highly literary style with 'sangam' and 'paushtikta'.
साहित्य में मेवे अक्सर समृद्धि और प्रकृति की उदारता के प्रतीक रहे हैं।
In literature, nuts have often been symbols of prosperity and the generosity of nature.
Abstract symbolic usage.
वैश्वीकरण ने मेवों की सुलभता को बढ़ाया है, जिससे उनके उपभोग के पैटर्न बदल गए हैं।
Globalization has increased the accessibility of nuts, thereby changing their consumption patterns.
Sociological analysis.
मेवों के प्रसंस्करण की जटिलता उनकी बाज़ार में ऊंची कीमतों का मुख्य कारण है।
The complexity of processing nuts is the main reason for their high prices in the market.
Formal noun phrase 'prasanskaran ki jatilta'.
विरासत में मिले इन व्यंजनों में मेवों का संतुलन एक कला की तरह है।
The balance of nuts in these inherited recipes is like an art.
Philosophical tone.
मेवों के तेलों के रासायनिक संघटन पर शोध निरंतर जारी है।
Research on the chemical composition of nut oils is ongoing.
Scientific/Academic register.
क्या मेवों का अति-वाणिज्यीकरण उनकी पारंपरिक महत्ता को कम कर रहा है?
Is the over-commercialization of dry fruits diminishing their traditional significance?
Critically analytical question.
मेवों की सुगंध मात्र से ही उत्सव का आभास होने लगता है।
The mere aroma of nuts begins to give a sense of celebration.
Evocative literary language.
ترکیبهای رایج
عبارات رایج
— To add nuts to a dish. Very common in cooking instructions.
खीर में मेवे डालना मत भूलना।
— Nut powder, often used for baby food or thickening gravies.
दूध में मेवे का पाउडर मिला दो।
— A handful of nuts. A common serving size recommendation.
बस एक मुट्ठी भर मेवे काफी हैं।
— A chutney made with nuts like walnuts or cashews.
पहाड़ों में मेवे की चटनी प्रसिद्ध है।
اغلب اشتباه گرفته میشود با
Mava is thickened milk solids; Meve are dry fruits. They sound very similar but are completely different ingredients.
Mewar is a region in Rajasthan. Don't confuse the place name with the food item.
While 'meva' is the singular, it's rarely used to refer to one nut. 'Meve' is the standard collective term.
اصطلاحات و عبارات
— To enjoy the rewards of hard work. While 'phal' is more common, this is used in some regional dialects.
मेहनत करोगे तो मेवा मिलेगा।
Colloquial— Something very sweet or a person who is very dear/pampered.
उसका बच्चा तो मेवा-मिश्री की डली है।
Literary/Old-fashioned— To be in an extremely prosperous and comfortable position (Variation of a common idiom).
उसकी लॉटरी क्या लगी, उसकी तो पाँचों उंगलियाँ घी में और सिर मेवे में है।
Informal— To raise someone with great care and luxury.
उसने अपने बच्चों को मेवे की तरह पाला है।
Regional— No pain, no gain. You won't get the 'fruit' without service/hard work.
याद रखो, बिना सेवा मेवा नहीं मिलता।
Proverbial— A source of constant wealth (Metaphorical).
उसका नया बिज़नेस तो मेवे का झाड़ बन गया है।
Slang/Informalبهراحتی اشتباه گرفته میشود
Phonetic similarity.
Mava is dairy; Meva is plant-based (nuts). Mava is soft and creamy; Meva is crunchy or chewy.
गुलाब जामुन मावा से बनते हैं, लेकिन उनके अंदर मेवे हो सकते हैं।
Both are fruits.
Phal refers to fresh, juicy fruits. Meva refers to dried fruits or nuts.
सेब एक फल है, लेकिन बादाम एक मेवा है।
Both refer to nuts.
Giri is specifically the kernel inside. Meve is the whole category of dry fruits.
अखरोट के अंदर की गिरी को मेवा कहा जाता है।
Some nuts are seeds.
Beej means seeds (like pumpkin seeds). While some seeds are eaten like meve, the term meve usually implies higher value nuts.
तरबूज के बीज भी मेवे की तरह खाए जा सकते हैं।
Both are festive treats.
Mithai is a prepared sweet. Meve are raw dry fruits (though they can be part of mithai).
दिवाली पर हम मिठाई और मेवे दोनों बांटते हैं।
الگوهای جملهسازی
मुझे [Noun] पसंद हैं।
मुझे मेवे पसंद हैं।
[Location] में [Noun] डालो।
दूध में मेवे डालो।
[Noun] सेहत के लिए [Adjective] हैं।
मेवे सेहत के लिए अच्छे हैं।
अगर [Condition], तो [Result]।
अगर मेवे ताज़ा हों, तो स्वाद अच्छा आता है।
[Noun] का उपयोग [Context] में किया जाता है।
मेवों का उपयोग दवाइयों में किया जाता है।
[Noun] की [Quality] ही उसकी [Identity] है।
मेवों की पौष्टिकता ही उनकी असली पहचान है।
[Quantity] [Noun] दीजिए।
आधा किलो मेवे दीजिए।
बिना [Noun] के [Dish] अधूरी है।
बिना मेवों के खीर अधूरी है।
خانواده کلمه
اسمها
صفتها
مرتبط
نحوه استفاده
Very frequent in culinary, festive, and health-related conversations.
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Using 'meve' for fresh strawberries.
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ताज़ा फल (Taaza phal)
'Meve' is only for dried fruits and nuts. Fresh berries are 'phal'.
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Saying 'Meve ka price'.
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मेवों का भाव (Mevo ka bhav)
Because 'ka' is a postposition, 'meve' must change to the oblique plural 'mevo'.
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Confusing 'Meva' with 'Mava'.
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मेवा (Meva)
Mava is a dairy product. If you want nuts, use 'Meva'.
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Writing 'मेवे' as 'मेवें'.
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मेवे
The dot (nasalization) is not needed here. It's a clean 'e' sound.
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Using 'meve' as a singular for one almond.
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एक बादाम (Ek badam)
'Meve' is a collective plural. For a single nut, use its specific name.
نکات
Learn the Big Five
To master 'meve', learn the names of the five most common ones: Badam (Almond), Kaju (Cashew), Kishmish (Raisin), Akhrot (Walnut), and Pista (Pistachio).
The 'O' Rule
Whenever you use a word like 'in', 'on', or 'with' after 'meve', change it to 'mevo'. This is the mark of a fluent speaker.
Gifting Etiquette
If you are invited to an Indian home for a festival, a box of 'meve' is a safer and often more appreciated gift than a box of sweets.
Soak your Almonds
If someone tells you 'Badam bhigo kar khao', they are giving you classic Indian health advice. Soaked 'meve' are a big part of the culture.
Ask for 'Mix'
If you want a variety, ask for 'Mishrit Meve' (Mixed nuts). It's a great snack for traveling.
Roast for Flavor
Always roast your 'meve' in a little 'ghee' (clarified butter) before adding them to desserts. It changes the flavor completely!
Long Vowels
Don't rush the word. It's not 'mev'. It's 'may-vay'. Give both syllables their full time.
Meva vs Mava
Remember: E is for Eat (nuts), A is for Add (to milk). Meva = Nuts, Mava = Milk solids.
Persian Connection
Knowing that 'meva' comes from Persian helps you understand why it's so common in Mughlai (Persian-influenced) dishes.
Nut Milk
If you see 'Badam Milk' on a menu, it's essentially a 'meve' based drink. It's a great way to use the word in a sentence.
حفظ کنید
روش یادسپاری
Think of 'MAY-VAY'. In 'MAY', the flowers bloom (fruit), but in 'VAY' (like 'way' back), they are dried up into 'MEVE'.
تداعی تصویری
Imagine a rich, golden box filled with glowing almonds and cashews. The box has the word 'MEVE' written on it in sparkling letters.
شبکه واژگان
چالش
Try to name five different 'meve' in Hindi before you eat your next snack.
ریشه کلمه
The word 'meva' comes from the Persian word 'miva' (میوه), which generally means fruit. In Hindi and Urdu, its meaning became specialized to refer specifically to dry fruits and nuts.
معنای اصلی: Fruit (in Persian).
Indo-European -> Indo-Iranian -> Persian.بافت فرهنگی
Be careful not to confuse 'meve' with 'mava' (milk solids) as it can affect dietary requirements (e.g., for vegans).
In English-speaking countries, 'dry fruits' often just means raisins or apricots, while 'nuts' is a separate category. In Hindi, 'meve' covers both.
تمرین در زندگی واقعی
موقعیتهای واقعی
At a Grocery Store
- अच्छे मेवे दिखाओ।
- मेवे ताज़ा हैं?
- मेवे का भाव क्या है?
- एक किलो मेवे पैक कर दो।
In the Kitchen
- मेवे बारीक काट लो।
- खीर में मेवे डाल दिए?
- मेवे घी में भून लो।
- मेवे भिगोना मत भूलना।
During a Festival
- मेहमानों को मेवे दो।
- मेवे का डिब्बा कहाँ है?
- ये मेवे उपहार में मिले हैं।
- त्योहार पर मेवे महंगे हो जाते हैं।
Doctor's Visit
- क्या मैं मेवे खा सकता हूँ?
- कौन से मेवे सबसे अच्छे हैं?
- रोज़ाना कितने मेवे खाने चाहिए?
- मेवे भिगोकर खाएं।
At a Restaurant
- क्या इस डिश में मेवे हैं?
- ऊपर से थोड़े मेवे डाल दीजिए।
- मुझे मेवों से एलर्जी है।
- मेवे वाला हलवा लाओ।
شروعکنندههای مکالمه
"क्या आपको सूखे मेवे पसंद हैं?"
"आपके पसंदीदा मेवे कौन से हैं?"
"क्या आप जानते हैं कि बादाम को भिगोकर क्यों खाते हैं?"
"भारत में दिवाली पर मेवे क्यों दिए जाते हैं?"
"क्या आपके देश में भी मेवे इतने ही लोकप्रिय हैं?"
موضوعات نگارش
आज मैंने कौन से मेवे खाए और उनका स्वाद कैसा था?
मेरे घर में मेवों का उपयोग किन-किन चीज़ों में किया जाता है?
अगर मुझे किसी को मेवे का डिब्बा उपहार में देना हो, तो मैं उसमें क्या-क्या रखूँगा?
बचपन में मेवों से जुड़ी मेरी कोई याद।
मेवे और ताज़ा फल में से मुझे क्या ज़्यादा पसंद है और क्यों?
سوالات متداول
10 سوالTechnically yes, but culturally peanuts (moongphali) are often seen as a separate, more 'common' snack. 'Meve' usually implies more expensive items like cashews or almonds.
You should say 'Mujhe mevo se allergy hai'. It is very important to use the oblique form 'mevo' here.
'Meva' is singular, and 'meve' is plural. However, in conversation, 'meve' is used 90% of the time to refer to the whole category.
Yes, dried apricots (khubani) are considered 'meve' because they are dried fruits.
It is a traditional mix of five dry fruits (usually almonds, cashews, raisins, dates, and coconut) used in Hindu rituals.
It is a masculine noun. This affects the adjectives and verbs used with it (e.g., 'meve acche hain').
Usually, fresh coconut is just 'nariyal'. But dried coconut (gola/khopra) is often included in the 'meve' category.
You can say 'kate hue meve' or 'meve ki qatran'.
In Indian culture, soaking nuts like almonds is believed to make them easier to digest and more nutritious.
While the local languages have their own words, 'meve' is understood by Hindi speakers across India, though the specific types of nuts might vary by region.
خودت رو بسنج 200 سوال
Translate to Hindi: 'I eat nuts every morning.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate to Hindi: 'Put some nuts in the kheer.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a sentence using 'Mevo' (oblique form).
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate to Hindi: 'These nuts are very expensive.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write three names of 'meve' in Hindi.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate to Hindi: 'Give a box of dry fruits to the guest.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate to Hindi: 'Nuts are good for the brain.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate to Hindi: 'I want half a kilo of cashews.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a sentence about Diwali and 'meve'.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate to Hindi: 'Do not burn the nuts while roasting.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate to Hindi: 'Soak the almonds at night.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate to Hindi: 'The shopkeeper is selling fresh nuts.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate to Hindi: 'I am allergic to walnuts.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate to Hindi: 'Add chopped nuts as a garnish.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Describe 'meve' in one simple Hindi sentence.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'The price of nuts has increased this year.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'Which nuts do you like most?'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'A handful of nuts a day keeps the doctor away.' (Literal translation)
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'This halwa is full of nuts.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'I bought mixed nuts from the market.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Pronounce correctly: 'Meve'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say in Hindi: 'I like cashews.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say in Hindi: 'Please give me some nuts.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say in Hindi: 'Are these nuts fresh?'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say in Hindi: 'Don't put raisins in the kheer.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say in Hindi: 'I eat five almonds every day.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say in Hindi: 'The price of nuts is high today.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say in Hindi: 'Nuts give a lot of energy.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say in Hindi: 'I bought a box of dry fruits.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say in Hindi: 'Which is your favorite nut?'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say in Hindi: 'Soak the nuts in water.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say in Hindi: 'Chop the nuts finely.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say in Hindi: 'This sweet is very rich because of the nuts.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say in Hindi: 'I am allergic to all kinds of nuts.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say in Hindi: 'Dry fruits are a healthy snack.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say in Hindi: 'Roast the nuts in ghee.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say in Hindi: 'I don't like walnuts.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say in Hindi: 'Please bring some pistachios.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say in Hindi: 'The demand for nuts is high in winter.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say in Hindi: 'I love the crunch of nuts.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Listen to the word: 'मेवे'. Is it singular or plural?
Listen to the sentence: 'खीर में मेवे डालो।' What should you put in the kheer?
Listen to the sentence: 'मेवों की कीमत बढ़ गई है।' What has happened to the price?
Listen to the sentence: 'क्या ये मेवे ताज़ा हैं?' What is the speaker asking about the nuts?
Listen to the sentence: 'मुझे मेवों से एलर्जी है।' Does the speaker eat nuts?
Listen to the sentence: 'रात को मेवे भिगो देना।' When should the nuts be soaked?
Listen to the sentence: 'दुकानदार मेवे बेच रहा है।' Who is selling the nuts?
Listen to the sentence: 'ये मेवे कश्मीर के हैं।' Where are the nuts from?
Listen to the sentence: 'बिना मेवों के हलवा फीका है।' Is the halwa good without nuts?
Listen to the sentence: 'आधा किलो मेवे दीजिए।' How many nuts does the person want?
Listen to the sentence: 'मेवे सेहत के लिए अच्छे हैं।' Are nuts healthy?
Listen to the sentence: 'काजू सबसे महंगा मेवा है।' Which nut is the most expensive according to the speaker?
Listen to the sentence: 'मेवे बारीक काटो।' How should the nuts be cut?
Listen to the sentence: 'मुट्ठी भर मेवे रोज़ खाओ।' How many nuts should be eaten daily?
Listen to the sentence: 'मेवों का डिब्बा मेज़ पर है।' Where is the nut box?
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نمره کامل!
Summary
The word 'Meve' is essential for discussing Indian food and culture. It specifically covers nuts and dried fruits, distinguishing them from fresh fruits ('phal'). Example: 'Kheer mein meve daalo' (Put nuts in the rice pudding).
- Meve refers to dry fruits and nuts like almonds and raisins.
- It is a masculine plural noun used for a collective group.
- It is a symbol of health, wealth, and hospitality in India.
- Commonly used in festive cooking, gifting, and daily healthy snacks.
Learn the Big Five
To master 'meve', learn the names of the five most common ones: Badam (Almond), Kaju (Cashew), Kishmish (Raisin), Akhrot (Walnut), and Pista (Pistachio).
The 'O' Rule
Whenever you use a word like 'in', 'on', or 'with' after 'meve', change it to 'mevo'. This is the mark of a fluent speaker.
Gifting Etiquette
If you are invited to an Indian home for a festival, a box of 'meve' is a safer and often more appreciated gift than a box of sweets.
Soak your Almonds
If someone tells you 'Badam bhigo kar khao', they are giving you classic Indian health advice. Soaked 'meve' are a big part of the culture.
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