रोमांस
रोमांस در ۳۰ ثانیه
- रोमांस is a masculine noun meaning romance or emotional thrill.
- It is a common loanword from English used extensively in modern Hindi.
- It often refers to the 'filmy' or idealized version of love.
- Commonly paired with verbs like 'होना' (to happen) or 'करना' (to do).
The Hindi word रोमांस (pronounced as 'romance') is a direct loanword from English, but it has carved out a unique space in the Hindi linguistic landscape, particularly through the lens of Bollywood and modern urban culture. While it primarily translates to 'romance' in the context of romantic love, its usage in Hindi often carries a slightly more cinematic or idealized connotation than its English counterpart. In Hindi, when someone speaks of romance, they are often referring to the aesthetic and emotional thrill of a relationship, the 'butterflies in the stomach' feeling, or the stylized courtship seen in media. It is not just about the state of being in love, but the active pursuit of romantic excitement. Interestingly, in more literary or adventurous contexts, it can also refer to a sense of 'thrill' or 'mystery' associated with nature or travel, though this is less common than the romantic definition.
- Grammatical Gender
- Masculine. You would say 'बड़ा रोमांस' (great romance) or 'रोमांस हुआ' (romance happened).
- Cultural Nuance
- In Hindi, it is frequently used to describe a genre of films (रोमांटिक फ़िल्में) or a specific phase in a relationship characterized by courtship and excitement.
फिल्मों में रोमांस देखकर सब खुश होते हैं। (Seeing romance in movies makes everyone happy.)
In contemporary Hindi, particularly among the youth in cities like Delhi or Mumbai, the word is used interchangeably with its English meaning but often implies a certain 'filmy' quality. If a couple is seen walking hand-in-hand in a park, onlookers might comment on their 'romance.' It is also a technical term in the literary world to describe a specific style of narrative that involves heroic or mysterious adventures, though this is reserved for academic discussions.
पहाड़ों की वादियों में एक अलग ही रोमांस है। (There is a unique thrill/romance in the mountain valleys.)
- Usage in Media
- News headlines often use this word to describe celebrity relationships or the plot of a new romantic comedy.
Using 'रोमांस' in a sentence requires an understanding of its role as a noun. It usually functions as the subject or the object of an emotion. In Hindi, we often pair it with verbs like 'होना' (to be/happen) or 'करना' (to do/engage in). For example, 'उन दोनों के बीच रोमांस चल रहा है' means 'A romance is going on between those two.' The word is versatile enough to be used for both people and atmospheres.
- Verb Pairing
- Commonly used with 'भरना' (to fill) as in 'हवा में रोमांस भरा है' (Romance is in the air).
क्या तुम्हें इस कहानी में रोमांस कम लगा? (Did you feel the romance was lacking in this story?)
When describing a person's nature, we often use the adjective form 'रोमांटिक' (romantic), but 'रोमांस' remains the core noun for the concept itself. If you want to talk about the lack of excitement in a marriage, you might say, 'शादी के बाद रोमांस खत्म हो गया' (The romance ended after marriage). This illustrates how the word is used to describe the emotional spark rather than just the legal or social bond.
बारिश के मौसम में रोमांस और बढ़ जाता है। (The romance increases even more during the rainy season.)
You will hear 'रोमांस' most frequently in the entertainment industry. Bollywood is synonymous with romance, and film reviews, trailers, and interviews are saturated with this word. Actors are often asked about their 'onscreen romance' with costars. Beyond the silver screen, you'll hear it in casual conversations among friends when discussing dating lives or while watching a sunset at a beach. It is a 'modern' word, so it's more prevalent in urban settings than in rural, traditional dialects.
इस फिल्म का रोमांस बहुत ही प्यारा है। (The romance in this film is very lovely.)
In music, especially in the lyrics of 'Indie-Pop' or modern Bollywood songs, 'रोमांस' might be used to set a mood. Radio DJs often introduce segments by saying, 'चलिए, थोडा रोमांस करते हैं' (Let's have a little romance), usually followed by playing love songs. In literature, modern novelists use it to describe the tension between characters. It's also found in lifestyle magazines discussing travel destinations that are 'perfect for romance.'
आजकल की किताबों में रोमांस का अंदाज़ बदल गया है। (The style of romance in today's books has changed.)
One of the most common mistakes English speakers make is using 'रोमांस' as a verb directly, like saying 'मैं रोमांस करता हूँ' in contexts where 'I am being romantic' is intended. While 'रोमांस करना' is technically correct, it can sometimes sound a bit too clinical or overly explicit depending on the company. Another mistake is confusing it with 'प्रेम' (love) or 'प्यार' (love). While they are related, 'रोमांस' specifically refers to the *excitement* and *gestures* of love, not just the deep emotional bond.
- Mistake: Gender Confusion
- Treating it as feminine. Incorrect: 'अच्छी रोमांस'. Correct: 'अच्छा रोमांस'.
गलत: वह बहुत रोमांस है। सही: वह बहुत रोमांटिक है। (Incorrect: He is very romance. Correct: He is very romantic.)
Another error is using it in highly formal or ancient historical contexts. If you are writing a poem about a 16th-century king, using the word 'रोमांस' would be an anachronism. In such cases, words like 'श्रृंगार' (shringaar - the rasa of love/beauty) or 'अनुराग' (anuraag - deep affection) are more appropriate. Overusing the word in casual conversation can also make one sound like they are obsessed with movies.
सावधानी: 'रोमांस' का प्रयोग बड़े-बुजुर्गों के सामने सोच-समझकर करें। (Caution: Use 'romance' carefully in front of elders as it might seem too casual.)
To truly master Hindi, you must know when to use 'रोमांस' and when to use its synonyms. Each word carries a different 'flavor.' While 'रोमांस' is modern and filmy, 'प्रेम' is pure and often spiritual. 'प्यार' is the most common everyday word for love. 'इश्क़' (from Urdu) carries a sense of passion and intensity often associated with poetry.
- रोमांस vs. प्रेम
- Romance is the excitement; Prem is the deep, lasting soul-connection.
- रोमांस vs. इश्क़
- Romance is often lighthearted and fun; Ishq is deep, agonizing, and poetic passion.
कविता में इश्क़ होता है, लेकिन फिल्मों में रोमांस। (Poetry contains 'ishq', but movies contain 'romance'.)
If you are looking for a word that describes the 'thrill' aspect of romance, 'रोमांच' (romaanch) is a very close relative. However, 'रोमांच' usually means 'thrill' or 'goosebumps' in a general sense (like from a scary movie or a roller coaster), whereas 'रोमांस' is strictly romantic. Knowing these distinctions prevents you from sounding like a translation bot and helps you sound like a native speaker.
چقدر رسمی است؟
نکته جالب
In Hindi, 'रोमांस' is almost exclusively used for male-female attraction in pop culture, whereas in English, it can still refer to the 'Romance of the Sea' or 'Romance of the Road' more naturally.
راهنمای تلفظ
- Pronouncing it as 'Ro-maanch' (which means thrill).
- Using a hard 'D' sound nearby.
- Over-emphasizing the 'R'.
- Shortening the 'aa' sound in 'maans'.
- Nasalizing the 'n' too much.
سطح دشواری
Easy to read because it's a loanword.
Need to remember the 'bindu' (nasal sound) and the 's' ending.
Pronunciation is very close to English.
Can be confused with 'romaanch' if not careful.
بعداً چه یاد بگیریم؟
پیشنیازها
بعداً یاد بگیرید
پیشرفته
گرامر لازم
Masculine Noun Agreement
बड़ा रोमांस (Not बड़ी).
Loanword Inflection
रोमांसों (Plural oblique, though rare).
Compound Verbs
रोमांस कर लेना (To finish romancing).
Postpositional Case
रोमांस के लिए (For romance).
Adjective Formation
रोमांस + टिक = रोमांटिक.
مثالها بر اساس سطح
यह फिल्म रोमांस है।
This film is romance.
Simple noun usage.
मुझे रोमांस पसंद है।
I like romance.
Direct object of 'pasand'.
क्या यह रोमांस है?
Is this romance?
Question form.
रोमांस अच्छा है।
Romance is good.
Subject-Adjective-Verb.
वहाँ रोमांस नहीं है।
There is no romance there.
Negative sentence.
किताब में रोमांस है।
There is romance in the book.
Locative case with 'mein'.
रोमांस और प्यार।
Romance and love.
Conjunction 'aur'.
छोटा रोमांस।
Small romance.
Adjective-Noun agreement (Masculine).
उनका रोमांस बहुत प्रसिद्ध है।
Their romance is very famous.
Possessive 'unka'.
कल हमने एक रोमांस फिल्म देखी।
Yesterday we saw a romance film.
Past tense 'dekhi' (agrees with film).
क्या आपको रोमांस कहानियाँ पसंद हैं?
Do you like romance stories?
Plural 'kahaaniyaan'.
इस गाने में बहुत रोमांस है।
There is a lot of romance in this song.
Quantifier 'bahut'.
वह रोमांस के बारे में लिखता है।
He writes about romance.
Postposition 'ke baare mein'.
रोमांस के बिना जीवन कैसा है?
How is life without romance?
Postposition 'ke bina'.
हम यहाँ रोमांस ढूँढ रहे हैं।
We are looking for romance here.
Present continuous tense.
पेरिस रोमांस का शहर है।
Paris is the city of romance.
Genitive 'ka'.
आजकल के युवाओं के लिए रोमांस का मतलब बदल गया है।
The meaning of romance has changed for today's youth.
Subject is 'matlab' (meaning).
हवा में एक अजीब सा रोमांस था।
There was a strange kind of romance in the air.
Use of 'sa' as a qualifier.
लेखक ने रोमांस को बहुत खूबसूरती से दर्शाया है।
The author has portrayed romance very beautifully.
Perfective aspect with 'ne'.
क्या शादी के बाद रोमांस कम हो जाता है?
Does romance decrease after marriage?
Interrogative with 'kam ho jaata hai'.
वह अपनी ज़िंदगी में रोमांस चाहता है।
He wants romance in his life.
Verb 'chaahna' (to want).
इस कहानी में रोमांस और सस्पेंस दोनों हैं।
This story has both romance and suspense.
Use of 'dono' (both).
रोमांस के लिए यह जगह एकदम सही है।
This place is perfect for romance.
Purpose 'ke liye'.
हमें अपने रिश्ते में रोमांस वापस लाना होगा।
We will have to bring romance back into our relationship.
Compulsion 'hoga'.
सिनेमा ने रोमांस की एक नई परिभाषा दी है।
Cinema has given a new definition to romance.
Feminine 'paribhasha' (definition).
उसके शब्दों में रोमांस की झलक मिलती है।
A glimpse of romance is found in his words.
Passive-like construction 'milti hai'.
रोमांस और वास्तविकता के बीच एक पतली रेखा होती है।
There is a thin line between romance and reality.
Comparison 'ke beech'.
उसने अपने उपन्यास में रोमांस को प्रधानता दी।
He gave prominence to romance in his novel.
Abstract noun 'pradhaanta'.
आज की भागदौड़ में रोमांस के लिए समय कहाँ है?
In today's rush, where is the time for romance?
Rhetorical question.
रोमांस केवल फिल्मों तक सीमित नहीं रहना चाहिए।
Romance should not remain limited only to films.
Modal 'chaahiye'.
उसका रोमांस करने का अंदाज़ निराला है।
His style of romancing is unique.
Gerund-like 'karne ka'.
पहाड़ों की खामोशी में भी एक रोमांस है।
There is a romance even in the silence of the mountains.
Particle 'bhi' (even/also).
इस काव्य में श्रृंगार और रोमांस का अद्भुत संगम है।
There is a wonderful confluence of 'shringaar' and romance in this poetry.
High-level vocabulary 'sangam'.
आधुनिक साहित्य में रोमांस को अक्सर विडंबना के साथ दिखाया जाता है।
In modern literature, romance is often shown with irony.
Adverbial 'aksar' and 'vidambana'.
क्या रोमांस केवल एक मानसिक अवस्था है या उससे कुछ अधिक?
Is romance merely a state of mind or something more?
Abstract philosophical query.
रोमांस की आड़ में उसने अपना स्वार्थ सिद्ध किया।
Under the guise of romance, he fulfilled his self-interest.
Idiomatic 'ki aad mein'.
उसकी बातों में रोमांस का पुट हमेशा रहता है।
There is always a touch of romance in his talk.
Noun 'put' (touch/hint).
डिजिटल युग ने रोमांस के स्वरूप को पूरी तरह बदल दिया है।
The digital age has completely changed the form of romance.
Complex subject 'digital yug'.
बिना किसी रोमांस के यह कहानी नीरस लगती है।
Without any romance, this story feels dull.
Adjective 'neeras' (dull/insipid).
रोमांस को सामाजिक बंधनों से मुक्त होना चाहिए।
Romance should be free from social constraints.
Passive modal 'hona chaahiye'.
रोमांचवाद के दौर में रोमांस की अवधारणा ने एक नई करवट ली।
During the era of Romanticism, the concept of romance took a new turn.
Historical/Literary context.
उसके लेखन में रोमांस और यथार्थवाद का द्वंद्व स्पष्ट दिखाई देता है।
The conflict between romance and realism is clearly visible in his writing.
Technical term 'dwandwa' (conflict).
क्या हम रोमांस को केवल एक व्यावसायिक वस्तु मान बैठे हैं?
Have we come to consider romance as merely a commercial commodity?
Compound verb 'maan baithe'.
इस फिल्म का रोमांस दर्शक के मानस पटल पर गहरी छाप छोड़ता है।
The romance of this film leaves a deep impression on the viewer's mind.
Sanskritized 'maanas patal'.
रोमांस की अतल गहराइयों को नापना नामुमकिन है।
It is impossible to measure the bottomless depths of romance.
Metaphorical 'atal gahraai'.
उसने रोमांस को एक आध्यात्मिक अनुभव के रूप में व्याख्यायित किया।
He interpreted romance as a spiritual experience.
Complex verb 'vyakhyaayit karna'.
रोमांस का यह कृत्रिम प्रदर्शन समाज के खोखलेपन को दर्शाता है।
This artificial display of romance reflects the hollowness of society.
Social critique.
साहित्यिक विमर्श में रोमांस की प्रासंगिकता पर सवाल उठाए जा रहे हैं।
Questions are being raised about the relevance of romance in literary discourse.
Passive voice 'uthaaye jaa rahe hain'.
ترکیبهای رایج
عبارات رایج
— Adding a bit of romance to make something interesting.
कहानी में थोड़ा रोमांस का तड़का ज़रूरी है।
اغلب اشتباه گرفته میشود با
Means 'thrill' or 'excitement' (e.g., from sports), not necessarily romantic.
The country. Sounds similar but unrelated.
Refers to the Roman Empire or the Roman script.
اصطلاحات و عبارات
— To be very excited in love.
जब से वह उससे मिला है, उसके रोमांस के पर लग गए हैं।
Informal— Looking at everything through a romantic lens (idealizing everything).
उसने रोमांस का चश्मा पहन रखा है, उसे बुराई नहीं दिखती।
Colloquial— To be completely immersed in romance.
वे दोनों एक-दूसरे के रोमांस में डूबे हुए हैं।
Neutral— To kill the romance/excitement in a relationship.
पैसों की चिंता ने उनके रोमांस का गला घोंट दिया।
Dramatic— Someone who is troubled or obsessed by romance.
बेचारा रोमांस का मारा फिर रहा है।
Colloquialبهراحتی اشتباه گرفته میشود
Phonetically similar.
Romaanch is general thrill/excitement; Romance is specifically about love.
पहाड़ों पर रोमांच है, लेकिन पार्टनर के साथ रोमांस।
Both mean love.
Prem is more spiritual/deep; Romance is more about courtship/excitement.
कृष्ण का प्रेम, फिल्मों का रोमांस।
Both mean love.
Ishq is intense/poetic; Romance is modern/cinematic.
ग़ज़ल में इश्क़ होता है।
Both relate to beauty/love.
Shringaar is a classical artistic category; Romance is a modern social category.
प्राचीन कला में श्रृंगार रस।
Often leads to romance.
Dosti is friendship; Romance is romantic involvement.
दोस्ती कब रोमांस बन गई, पता ही नहीं चला।
الگوهای جملهسازی
यह [Noun] रोमांस है।
यह कहानी रोमांस है।
मुझे [Noun] रोमांस पसंद है।
मुझे फिल्मी रोमांस पसंद है।
[Noun] में रोमांस [Verb] है।
ज़िंदगी में रोमांस ज़रूरी है।
[Noun] के बिना रोमांस [Adjective] है।
प्यार के बिना रोमांस अधूरा है।
रोमांस की [Noun] [Verb] है।
रोमांस की परिभाषा बदल रही है।
रोमांस का [Abstract Noun] [Verb] है।
रोमांस का यथार्थ से गहरा नाता है।
क्या [Subject] रोमांस [Verb] है?
क्या तुम रोमांस करते हो?
[Adjective] रोमांस।
सच्चा रोमांस।
خانواده کلمه
اسمها
فعلها
صفتها
مرتبط
نحوه استفاده
Very Common in modern contexts
- Using it as feminine. → बड़ा रोमां
نکات
Context is King
Use 'रोमांस' when talking about movies or modern dating. Use 'Prem' when talking about family or God.
The 'S' Sound
Make sure to end with a clear 's' sound, not a 'sh' or 'ch' sound.
Gender Agreement
Always remember it's masculine. This is the most common mistake for learners.
Pair with Romantic
Learn 'रोमांटिक' alongside 'रोमांस' to describe people and things.
Bollywood Connection
Watch a few Bollywood trailers to see how often they use this word.
Spelling
The 'o' sound is written with the matra 'ो' on 'र'.
Don't Overuse
If you use it too much, you'll sound like a movie script. Mix it with 'pyaar'.
Radio Ads
Listen to Indian radio ads for jewelry or perfumes; they use 'रोमांस' a lot.
Poetic Touch
In poetry, 'Ishq' usually sounds better than 'रोमांस'.
Casual Talk
It's a great word to use when teasing friends about their dates.
حفظ کنید
روش یادسپاری
Think of a 'Rose' (रो) and a 'Man' (मांस). A man giving a rose is doing 'Romance'.
تداعی تصویری
Imagine a Bollywood couple running through a mustard field in slow motion—that is the epitome of Hindi 'रोमांस'.
شبکه واژگان
چالش
Try to use 'रोमांस' in three different sentences today: one about a movie, one about a place, and one about a feeling.
ریشه کلمه
Derived from the English word 'Romance', which itself comes from Old French 'romanz'. It entered Hindi during the British colonial period and gained massive popularity through 20th-century cinema.
معنای اصلی: Originally referred to stories written in the vernacular (Romance languages) rather than Latin, often involving heroic adventures.
Indo-European (via English/French).بافت فرهنگی
Be careful using it in very conservative religious settings; stick to 'Prem' or 'Pyaar'.
English speakers use it similarly, but Hindi speakers often associate it specifically with the aesthetic of Bollywood.
تمرین در زندگی واقعی
موقعیتهای واقعی
Watching a Movie
- क्या रोमांस है!
- हीरो का रोमांस अच्छा है।
- रोमांस कम है।
- रोमांटिक गाना।
Dating
- थोड़ा रोमांस करो।
- रोमांस की कमी है।
- हमारा रोमांस।
- रोमांटिक डेट।
Literature
- उपन्यास में रोमांस।
- लेखक का रोमांस।
- रोमांटिक कविता।
- रोमांस का दौर।
Nature
- पहाड़ों का रोमांस।
- बारिश और रोमांस।
- प्रकृति में रोमांस।
- रोमांटिक शाम।
Socializing
- उनका रोमांस।
- रोमांस की बातें।
- पुराना रोमांस।
- रोमांस के किस्से।
شروعکنندههای مکالمه
"क्या आपको रोमांस फिल्में देखना पसंद है?"
"आपकी पसंदीदा रोमांस कहानी कौन सी है?"
"क्या आपको लगता है कि असल ज़िंदगी में रोमांस होता है?"
"रोमांस के लिए सबसे अच्छी जगह कौन सी है?"
"क्या रोमांस के बिना रिश्ता चल सकता है?"
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سوالات متداول
10 سوالNo, it is a loanword from English, but it is now fully integrated into modern Hindi vocabulary.
No, you should use 'रोमांच' (romaanch) or 'थ्रिलर' for that. 'रोमांस' is strictly for love stories.
It is masculine. You should say 'अच्छा रोमांस' (good romance).
Pyaar is the general feeling of love; Romance is the excitement and gestures associated with it.
You should say 'वह रोमांटिक है' (Vah romantic hai).
Usually, no, unless you work in the film or publishing industry.
Common verbs include 'होना' (to be/happen) and 'करना' (to do).
No, it is a modern addition. Older literature uses 'Prem', 'Prit', or 'Shringaar'.
Technically yes (रोमांसों), but it is very rarely used. It is mostly uncountable.
No, but it is very casual. In very formal or traditional settings, it might be seen as a bit too 'modern'.
Summary
रोमांस is more than just 'love' (प्यार); it is the specific excitement, courtship, and aesthetic beauty associated with being in love. Example: 'उनकी कहानी में रोमांस की कमी है' (Their story lacks romance).
- रोमांस is a masculine noun meaning romance or emotional thrill.
- It is a common loanword from English used extensively in modern Hindi.
- It often refers to the 'filmy' or idealized version of love.
- Commonly paired with verbs like 'होना' (to happen) or 'करना' (to do).
Context is King
Use 'रोमांस' when talking about movies or modern dating. Use 'Prem' when talking about family or God.
The 'S' Sound
Make sure to end with a clear 's' sound, not a 'sh' or 'ch' sound.
Gender Agreement
Always remember it's masculine. This is the most common mistake for learners.
Pair with Romantic
Learn 'रोमांटिक' alongside 'रोमांस' to describe people and things.
محتوای مرتبط
واژههای بیشتر emotions
आभार
B1سپاسگزاری یا قدردانی. 'من از شما سپاسگزاری میکنم' میشود 'Main aapka abhaar vyakt karta hoon'.
आभारी
A2سپاسگزار، ممنون. برای ابراز قدردانی در موقعیتهای رسمی استفاده میشود.
आभारी होना
A2سپاسگزار بودن؛ احساس قدردانی برای چیزی که دریافت شده.
आभार सहित
B1Gratefully; with gratitude; thankfully.
आभारपूर्वक
B2Gratefully, thankfully, or with appreciation.
आभास होना
B1احساس کردن یا حدس زدن چیزی؛ درک مبهم. به عنوان مثال: 'احساس خطر کردم.'
आग्रह
B1Insistence, earnest request; persistent demanding.
आघात
B1شوک، ضربه. 'این خبر برای او یک شوک (aaghat) بود.' / 'ضربه (aaghat) به دموکراسی.'
आघात लगना
B1To be shocked; to be traumatized.
आघात पहुँचना
B1دچار شوک عمیق یا تروما شدن در اثر یک اتفاق ناگوار.