सूत्र
सूत्र در ۳۰ ثانیه
- A masculine noun meaning formula, rule, or thread.
- Primarily used in math, science, journalism (sources), and philosophy.
- Derived from the Sanskrit word for 'string' or 'thread'.
- Crucial for news phrases like 'sutron ke anusar' (according to sources).
The Hindi word सूत्र (Sutra) is a multifaceted noun that carries deep historical and linguistic weight. In its most literal and ancient sense, derived from Sanskrit, it means a 'thread' or 'string'. This physical object—a thread that binds things together—serves as the perfect metaphor for its modern applications. When you are studying mathematics or science in a Hindi-medium environment, you will encounter सूत्र as the standard word for a 'formula'. Just as a thread holds beads together to form a necklace, a mathematical formula holds variables and constants together to form a coherent rule or relationship. For instance, the area of a circle is calculated using a specific सूत्र. Beyond the classroom, the word transitions into the world of logic, philosophy, and even investigative journalism. In philosophy, a Sutra refers to a concise aphorism or a rule that encapsulates a vast body of knowledge in a few words, such as the famous 'Yoga Sutras' of Patanjali. In modern news media, the word takes on a more clandestine flavor. When a news anchor mentions 'सूत्रों के अनुसार' (sūtrōñ kē anusār), they are referring to 'sources'—the hidden threads of information that lead to a story. Understanding this word requires recognizing this transition from the physical (thread) to the logical (formula) to the informational (source).
- Mathematical Context
- In schools and universities, this is the primary term for any algebraic, geometric, or chemical formula. It implies a fixed rule that yields a consistent result.
- Journalistic Context
- Used to identify anonymous informants or 'sources' who provide confidential data to the press.
- Philosophical Context
- Refers to ancient texts written in a condensed, aphoristic style meant to be memorized and expanded upon by teachers.
गणित के इस सूत्र को याद करना बहुत ज़रूरी है। (It is very important to memorize this mathematical formula.)
हमारे सूत्रों ने खबर की पुष्टि की है। (Our sources have confirmed the news.)
जीवन जीने का सही सूत्र क्या है? (What is the correct formula/principle for living life?)
The versatility of सूत्र makes it an essential word for learners. At the A2 level, you should focus on its use as a 'formula' in educational contexts. As you progress, you will notice it appearing in political discussions and literary analysis. It is a masculine noun, meaning it follows the standard declension patterns for masculine words ending in consonants. In the plural form, it remains सूत्र in the direct case but changes to सूत्रों (sūtrōñ) in the oblique case (when followed by a postposition like 'ka', 'se', or 'mein'). This distinction is crucial for correct sentence construction. For example, 'The formulas are easy' is 'सूत्र आसान हैं', but 'In these formulas' is 'इन सूत्रों में'. This word bridges the gap between the rigid world of science and the fluid world of human interaction and ancient wisdom.
Using सूत्र effectively requires understanding the context of the conversation. In a classroom setting, it is the standard way to ask for a rule. If you forget how to calculate the area of a triangle, you would ask your teacher for the सूत्र. In a professional or journalistic setting, the word functions as a shield for confidentiality. When a reporter says, 'According to our sources,' they are using the plural oblique form: सूत्रों के अनुसार. This is perhaps the most common phrase you will hear on Indian news channels. Furthermore, in a metaphorical sense, सूत्र can mean a 'link' or 'clue' in a mystery or a sequence of events. If a detective finds a 'thread' of evidence, they might refer to it as a सूत्र that connects the crime to the criminal.
- As a Formula
- Used for math, physics, or chemistry rules. Example: 'क्या आपको इस सवाल का सूत्र पता है?' (Do you know the formula for this question?)
- As a Source
- Used in news and information gathering. Example: 'पुलिस सूत्रों ने जानकारी दी है।' (Police sources have given information.)
- As a Principle
- Used for life lessons or philosophical guidelines. Example: 'सफलता का कोई छोटा सूत्र नहीं होता।' (There is no short formula/rule for success.)
मैडम, कृपया श्यामपट्ट पर सूत्र लिख दीजिए। (Madam, please write the formula on the blackboard.)
इस रहस्य को सुलझाने के लिए कोई सूत्र नहीं मिला। (No clue/thread was found to solve this mystery.)
In advanced Hindi, you might encounter the word in compound forms or as part of complex bureaucratic language. For example, सूत्रपात (sūtrapāt) means the 'beginning' or 'initiation' of something, literally the 'dropping of the thread' to start a weave. Similarly, सूत्रधार (sūtradhār) refers to a 'narrator' or 'protagonist'—the one who holds the threads of the story. For an A2 learner, mastering the basic sentence structure 'यह [विषय] का सूत्र है' (This is the formula of [subject]) is the first step. Practice using it with different subjects like 'गणित' (math), 'विज्ञान' (science), or 'सफलता' (success). Remember that while English uses different words for 'formula', 'thread', and 'source', Hindi elegantly ties these concepts together with this single, powerful term.
If you are in India, you are most likely to hear सूत्र in three distinct environments. First, the educational environment: classrooms, coaching centers, and libraries. Students constantly discuss which सूत्र to apply to a problem. Second, the media environment: television news and newspapers. The phrase 'विश्वसनीय सूत्रों से' (from reliable sources) is a staple of Indian journalism, used to report on government decisions or celebrity scandals before they are officially announced. Third, the cultural and spiritual environment: discussions about ancient Indian texts. When people talk about 'Yoga Sutras' or 'Brahma Sutras', they are using the word in its most classical sense. You might also hear it in political speeches where a leader might offer a 'विकास का सूत्र' (formula for development) to the voters. It is a word that commands respect because it implies a distilled truth or a hidden connection.
- In the Newsroom
- 'सूत्रों के हवाले से बड़ी खबर' (Big news coming from sources) is a common headline ticker on Hindi news channels like Aaj Tak or NDTV India.
- In the Classroom
- Teachers will say, 'इस सूत्र को रट लो' (Rote-learn/memorize this formula) before an exam.
- In Daily Advice
- Elders might say, 'मेहनत ही कामयाबी का सूत्र है' (Hard work itself is the formula for success).
सरकारी सूत्रों ने इस बात से इनकार किया है। (Government sources have denied this matter.)
शांति का सूत्र क्षमा में है। (The formula for peace lies in forgiveness.)
In social media debates, you might see users providing a सूत्र for their claims, similar to how English users say 'Source?'. However, in Hindi, it sounds slightly more formal. If you are reading a textbook, look for the 'Sutra' boxes which summarize the chapter's key rules. If you are watching a documentary on Indian history, you will hear about सूत्र in the context of Sanskrit literature. The word is ubiquitous because it serves as the connective tissue between abstract thought and practical application. By paying attention to these different domains, you will quickly learn to distinguish whether someone is talking about a math problem, a political leak, or a spiritual truth.
One of the most common mistakes English speakers make when using सूत्र is confusing it with the English word 'Sutra' as used in Western contexts. In English, 'Sutra' almost exclusively refers to Buddhist or Hindu religious texts (like the Kama Sutra or the Heart Sutra). However, in Hindi, सूत्र is a very common, everyday word for a mathematical formula. If you only use it in a religious context, you are missing 90% of its usage. Another common error involves gender. सूत्र is masculine. Beginners often mistakenly treat it as feminine because it ends in a vowel sound that might seem soft, but it is firmly masculine. Therefore, you must say 'मेरा सूत्र' (my formula) and not 'मेरी सूत्र'.
- The 'Source' Confusion
- Don't use 'स्रोत' (srot) when you mean a human informant in journalism; 'सूत्र' is the more idiomatic choice for 'insider sources'. 'स्रोत' is usually for physical sources like a 'source of water' or 'source of income'.
- Pluralization Errors
- Remember that the plural is also 'सूत्र' in the direct case. Saying 'सूत्रें' (sutrein) is incorrect. The only change is to 'सूत्रों' in the oblique case.
- Over-formalization
- While 'सूत्र' is correct for 'formula', in very casual speech, some might just use the English word 'formula'. Using 'सूत्र' in a casual conversation about a cooking recipe might sound a bit too academic; 'तरीका' (method) is better there.
Incorrect: यह मेरी सूत्र है। (Wrong gender)
Correct: यह मेरा सूत्र है।
Learners also struggle with the difference between सूत्र (formula/thread) and सिद्धांत (principle/theory). A सिद्धांत is a broad theory or philosophy, while a सूत्र is the specific, condensed rule or equation that represents it. For example, Einstein's Theory of Relativity is a सिद्धांत, but E=mc² is the सूत्र. Using them interchangeably can make your Hindi sound imprecise. Finally, ensure you are pronouncing the 'tr' sound correctly; it is a dental 't' combined with a rolled 'r', not the English 'tr' as in 'truck'. Mastery of these nuances will elevate your Hindi from basic communication to nuanced expression.
Hindi offers several words that overlap with सूत्र, and choosing the right one depends on the specific shade of meaning you want to convey. If you are talking about a 'method' or 'way' of doing something, तरीका (tarīkā) or विधि (vidhi) are common alternatives. तरीका is more informal and used for daily tasks, while विधि is more formal and often used for procedures or rituals. If you are referring to a 'rule' or 'law', नियम (niyam) is the word to use. While a सूत्र is a formula that often involves a calculation, a नियम is a directive that must be followed. For 'information source', you might also encounter जरिया (jariyā), which means 'means' or 'medium'.
- सूत्र vs. नियम (Niyam)
- A सूत्र is a formula (like A+B=C). A नियम is a rule (like 'Don't smoke here').
- सूत्र vs. विधि (Vidhi)
- A सूत्र is the equation itself. A विधि is the step-by-step process or method to achieve a result.
- सूत्र vs. स्रोत (Srot)
- Use सूत्र for human informants ('sources say'). Use स्रोत for physical origins ('source of the river').
खाना बनाने की विधि बहुत सरल है। (The method of cooking is very simple.)
स्कूल के नियमों का पालन करें। (Follow the rules of the school.)
In literary Hindi, you might also see धागा (dhāgā) for a literal thread, which lacks the metaphorical 'formula' or 'principle' meaning that सूत्र carries. For a 'clue' in a mystery, सुराग (surāg) is a very common synonym for सूत्र. While सूत्र implies a connecting thread, सुराग specifically implies a hint or evidence left behind. Understanding these distinctions allows you to choose words that match the formality and precision of your thoughts. Whether you are solving a math problem, reporting news, or discussing the 'threads' of a story, knowing when to use सूत्र versus its alternatives is a key sign of Hindi proficiency.
چقدر رسمی است؟
نکته جالب
The word 'suture' used in surgery comes from the same Indo-European root as 'sutra'. Both relate to the idea of sewing or binding.
راهنمای تلفظ
- Pronouncing the 't' as an English alveolar 't' (like in 'top') instead of a dental 't'.
- Pronouncing the 'u' too short, like in 'put'. It should be long.
- Missing the final 'a' sound entirely, making it sound like 'soot-r'.
- Pronouncing 'tr' like the 'tr' in 'truck'. In Hindi, it's 't' + 'r'.
- Adding an extra vowel between 't' and 'r' (e.g., 'su-ta-ra').
سطح دشواری
Easy to recognize in texts, especially in news headlines and textbooks.
Requires correct usage of the oblique plural form 'सूत्रों'.
Simple pronunciation, but requires the dental 't' sound.
Very common on news broadcasts, easy to pick up.
بعداً چه یاد بگیریم؟
پیشنیازها
بعداً یاد بگیرید
پیشرفته
گرامر لازم
Masculine Noun Declension
एक सूत्र (One formula), दो सूत्र (Two formulas), सूत्रों में (In formulas).
Genitive Case with 'Ka/Ke/Ki'
गणित का सूत्र (Math's formula - 'ka' matches masculine 'sutra').
Postposition 'Ke Anusar'
सूत्रों के अनुसार (According to sources - 'sutra' becomes oblique 'sutron').
Adjective Agreement
महत्वपूर्ण सूत्र (Important formula - adjective remains neutral/masculine).
Compound Noun Formation
सूत्र + धार = सूत्रधार (One who holds the thread).
مثالها بر اساس سطح
यह एक गणित का सूत्र है।
This is a math formula.
Simple sentence with 'yeh' (this) and 'hai' (is).
क्या आपको सूत्र पता है?
Do you know the formula?
Interrogative sentence using 'kya' (what/question marker).
यह सूत्र बहुत छोटा है।
This formula is very short.
Adjective 'chhota' (short) modifying the masculine noun 'sutra'.
सूत्र लिखो।
Write the formula.
Imperative form of the verb 'likhna' (to write).
मेरा सूत्र सही है।
My formula is correct.
Possessive pronoun 'mera' (my) matches the masculine 'sutra'.
यह नया सूत्र है।
This is a new formula.
Adjective 'naya' (new) in masculine form.
सूत्र कहाँ है?
Where is the formula?
Interrogative sentence using 'kahan' (where).
एक सूत्र याद करो।
Memorize one formula.
Use of 'ek' (one) and 'yaad karo' (memorize).
सूत्रों के अनुसार आज बारिश होगी।
According to sources, it will rain today.
Oblique plural 'sutron' used with the postposition 'ke anusar'.
मुझे विज्ञान का सूत्र याद नहीं है।
I don't remember the science formula.
Negative sentence with 'yaad nahi hai'.
इस किताब में बहुत सारे सूत्र हैं।
There are many formulas in this book.
Plural 'sutra' in direct case with 'hain' (are).
क्या आप यह सूत्र समझा सकते हैं?
Can you explain this formula?
Ability verb 'sakte hain' (can).
खबर सूत्रों से मिली है।
The news was received from sources.
Oblique plural 'sutron' with postposition 'se' (from).
सफलता का कोई जादुई सूत्र नहीं है।
There is no magic formula for success.
Genitive 'ka' (of) connecting success and formula.
शिक्षक ने बोर्ड पर सूत्र लिखा।
The teacher wrote the formula on the board.
Past tense 'likha' (wrote).
इन सूत्रों को ध्यान से देखो।
Look at these formulas carefully.
Oblique plural 'in sutron' with postposition 'ko'.
पुलिस सूत्रों ने अपराधी का नाम बताया है।
Police sources have revealed the criminal's name.
Compound subject 'Police sutron' with ergative marker 'ne'.
खुशी का असली सूत्र संतोष में है।
The real formula for happiness lies in contentment.
Abstract usage of 'sutra' as 'principle'.
हमें इस समस्या का सूत्र ढूंढना होगा।
We will have to find the key/thread to this problem.
Compulsion 'hoga' (will have to).
समाचार सूत्रों के मुताबिक मंत्री इस्तीफा देंगे।
According to news sources, the minister will resign.
Use of 'ke mutabiq' as a synonym for 'ke anusar'.
गणित के सूत्रों को समझना रटने से बेहतर है।
Understanding math formulas is better than memorizing them.
Comparison using 'se behtar' (better than).
उसने कहानी के सभी सूत्रों को जोड़ दिया।
He connected all the threads of the story.
Metaphorical use of 'threads' in a narrative.
क्या इस सूत्र का कोई अपवाद है?
Is there any exception to this formula/rule?
Vocabulary: 'apvaad' (exception).
विदेशी सूत्रों से पता चला है कि समझौता हो गया।
It has been learned from foreign sources that the deal is done.
Adjective 'videshi' (foreign) modifying 'sutron'.
पतंजलि के योग सूत्र प्राचीन ज्ञान का भंडार हैं।
Patanjali's Yoga Sutras are a treasure trove of ancient knowledge.
Proper noun usage in a philosophical context.
इस फिल्म का सूत्रधार स्वयं निर्देशक है।
The narrator/orchestrator of this film is the director himself.
Compound word 'sutradhar' (narrator/holder of threads).
वैज्ञानिकों ने ऊर्जा का एक नया सूत्र विकसित किया है।
Scientists have developed a new formula for energy.
Present perfect 'viksit kiya hai' (have developed).
राजनीतिक सूत्रों ने चुनाव टलने के संकेत दिए हैं।
Political sources have hinted at the postponement of elections.
Complex subject and object relationship.
इस कविता का मुख्य सूत्र प्रेम है।
The main thread/theme of this poem is love.
Abstract literary analysis.
जांच के दौरान पुलिस को एक महत्वपूर्ण सूत्र मिला।
During the investigation, the police found an important clue/lead.
Use of 'ke dauran' (during).
आधुनिक युग में सूचना ही शक्ति का सूत्र है।
In the modern era, information itself is the formula for power.
Emphatic particle 'hi' (itself/only).
लेखक ने समाज की बुराइयों को इस सूत्र में बांधा है।
The author has bound the evils of society within this principle.
Verb 'bandhna' (to bind) used with 'sutra' (thread).
राजनयिक सूत्रों ने पुष्टि की है कि वार्ता सफल रही।
Diplomatic sources have confirmed that the talks were successful.
High-register vocabulary: 'rajnayik' (diplomatic).
ब्रह्म सूत्र भारतीय दर्शन का एक जटिल ग्रंथ है।
Brahma Sutra is a complex text of Indian philosophy.
Reference to specific classical literature.
इस आर्थिक मंदी का सूत्रपात पिछले साल हुआ था।
The initiation/onset of this economic recession occurred last year.
Advanced compound 'sutrapāt' (initiation).
न्यायालय ने मामले के सभी सूत्रों की बारीकी से जांच की।
The court closely examined all the links/threads of the case.
Formal judicial context.
उनकी सफलता का सूत्र उनकी अटूट मेहनत और लगन है।
The formula for his success is his unwavering hard work and dedication.
Abstract nouns used as components of a 'sutra'.
इस रहस्यमयी घटना का कोई भी सूत्र अभी तक नहीं मिला है।
No clue/thread of this mysterious incident has been found yet.
Negative passive-style construction.
मीडिया सूत्रों के हवाले से मिली जानकारी चौंकाने वाली है।
The information received via media sources is shocking.
Idiomatic phrase 'ke hawale se' (via/from).
गांधीजी ने अहिंसा को समाज सुधार का मुख्य सूत्र बनाया।
Gandhiji made non-violence the main principle of social reform.
Historical and ideological usage.
अज्ञात सूत्रों से प्राप्त दस्तावेजों ने भ्रष्टाचार का पर्दाफाश किया।
Documents obtained from anonymous sources exposed the corruption.
Sophisticated vocabulary: 'pardafash' (expose).
कवि ने प्रकृति के विविध रूपों को एक ही सूत्र में पिरोया है।
The poet has woven the diverse forms of nature into a single thread.
Literary verb 'piroya' (threaded/woven).
इस वैज्ञानिक सिद्धांत का गणितीय सूत्र अत्यंत जटिल है।
The mathematical formula of this scientific theory is extremely complex.
Academic register.
इतिहास के सूत्रों को खंगालने पर नई जानकारियां सामने आईं।
Upon scrutinizing the threads of history, new information came to light.
Metaphorical use of 'khangalna' (to scrutinize/rinse).
वेदांत दर्शन के सूत्रों की व्याख्या करना कठिन कार्य है।
Interpreting the sutras of Vedanta philosophy is a difficult task.
Philosophical exegesis context.
राजनीतिक उठापटक का सूत्रधार पर्दे के पीछे से काम कर रहा है।
The mastermind of the political upheaval is working from behind the scenes.
Idiomatic use of 'sutradhar' as 'mastermind'.
इस उपन्यास का संरचनात्मक सूत्र अत्यंत सुदृढ़ है।
The structural thread/framework of this novel is very robust.
Literary criticism.
शांति और सद्भाव ही मानवता के अस्तित्व का मूल सूत्र है।
Peace and harmony are the fundamental formulas/principles for humanity's existence.
Existential and ethical discourse.
ترکیبهای رایج
عبارات رایج
— According to sources. Used in news reporting to cite anonymous information.
सूत्रों के अनुसार, सरकार नया कानून लाएगी।
— Via sources. A more formal way of saying information came from informants.
सूत्रों के हवाले से खबर मिली है कि मैच रद्द हो गया।
— The formula for success. Used to describe the key to achieving goals.
अनुशासन ही सफलता का सूत्र है।
— Math formula. The standard term for any algebraic or geometric rule.
क्या आपको क्षेत्रफल का सूत्र पता है?
— To weave into a single thread. Used to describe unifying different elements.
उसने पूरी घटना को एक सूत्र में पिरो दिया।
— To initiate or start something. Literally 'to drop the thread'.
उन्होंने नए आंदोलन का सूत्रपात किया।
— From reliable sources. Used to emphasize the accuracy of leaked info.
विश्वसनीय सूत्रों से पता चला है कि कंपनी बिक रही है।
— The formula for peace. A common philosophical or self-help phrase.
क्षमा ही शांति का सूत्र है।
— To be the mastermind or narrator. To hold the threads of a situation.
इस घोटाले का सूत्रधार कौन है?
— The narrative thread. The plot line of a story or novel.
उपन्यास का कथा-सूत्र बहुत दिलचस्प है।
اغلب اشتباه گرفته میشود با
Srot means origin (like a water source). Sutra means informant (news source) or formula.
Mantra is a spiritual chant. Sutra is a logical rule or formula.
Niyam is a general rule/law. Sutra is specifically a formula or aphorism.
اصطلاحات و عبارات
— To unite diverse people or things under one principle or goal.
नेता ने पूरे देश को एक ही सूत्र में बांध दिया।
Formal/Political— To get caught in a web of information or clues.
जासूस खुद ही सूत्रों के जाल में फंस गया।
Literary— To have control over a situation (to hold the threads).
अब सारा सूत्र मेरे हाथ में है।
Neutral— To break a connection or a sequence of logic.
उसकी बातों ने बहस का सूत्र तोड़ दिया।
Formal— To find a new way or a new lead in an investigation.
वैज्ञानिकों ने ऊर्जा का नया सूत्र खोजा है।
Neutral— To connect the dots or links in a story or crime.
पुलिस सूत्रों की कड़ियां जोड़कर चोर तक पहुंची।
Journalistic— To mark the beginning of a significant era or event.
भारत में डिजिटल क्रांति का सूत्रपात हुआ।
Formal— Invisible threads. Hidden connections between events.
इन दोनों घटनाओं के बीच कोई अदृश्य सूत्र है।
Literary— To have many rumors or 'leaks' circulating.
चुनाव से पहले सूत्रों का बाजार गर्म है।
Colloquial/Journalistic— To keep sources confidential.
पत्रकार ने अपने सूत्रों को गुप्त रखा।
Legal/Professionalبهراحتی اشتباه گرفته میشود
Both translate to 'source' in English.
Srot is for physical/natural origins (source of light, water). Sutra is for information/informants (news sources).
सूर्य ऊर्जा का स्रोत है। (Sun is the source of energy.) vs सूत्रों ने खबर दी। (Sources gave the news.)
Both can mean 'thread'.
Dhaga is only a physical thread. Sutra is metaphorical (thread of a story) or a formula.
सुई में धागा डालो। (Put thread in the needle.) vs कहानी का सूत्र। (Thread of the story.)
Both relate to methods.
Vidhi is a procedure or method (how-to). Sutra is the formula or rule itself.
पूजा की विधि। (Method of worship.) vs गणित का सूत्र। (Math formula.)
Both are academic terms.
Siddhant is a whole theory. Sutra is a short formula representing a part of that theory.
सापेक्षता का सिद्धांत। (Theory of relativity.) vs E=mc² एक सूत्र है।
Both can mean 'formula'.
Nuskha is specifically a 'recipe' or 'remedy' (like a doctor's prescription). Sutra is mathematical/logical.
दादी का नुस्खा। (Grandma's remedy.) vs त्रिकोणमिति का सूत्र। (Trigonometry formula.)
الگوهای جملهسازی
यह [विषय] का सूत्र है।
यह गणित का सूत्र है।
[स्रोत] सूत्रों के अनुसार [खबर]।
पुलिस सूत्रों के अनुसार चोर पकड़ा गया।
[कार्य] ही [लक्ष्य] का सूत्र है।
मेहनत ही सफलता का सूत्र है।
[व्यक्ति] इस [घटना] का मुख्य सूत्रधार है।
वह इस पूरी योजना का मुख्य सूत्रधार है।
[वस्तु] को एक ही सूत्र में पिरोना [विशेषण] है।
विविधता को एक ही सूत्र में पिरोना कठिन है।
[विषय] के सूत्रों की गहन व्याख्या [क्रिया] है।
प्राचीन सूत्रों की गहन व्याख्या करना आवश्यक है।
मुझे सूत्र याद [नहीं] है।
मुझे विज्ञान का सूत्र याद नहीं है।
क्या आप यह सूत्र समझा सकते हैं?
क्या आप यह नया सूत्र समझा सकते हैं?
خانواده کلمه
اسمها
فعلها
صفتها
مرتبط
نحوه استفاده
Extremely high in academic and media contexts; medium in daily casual speech.
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Using 'Sutra' as a feminine noun.
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यह एक अच्छा सूत्र है।
Many learners assume words ending in 'a' sounds might be feminine, but 'Sutra' is masculine.
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Saying 'सूत्रें' for plural.
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ये सूत्र कठिन हैं।
The direct plural of masculine nouns ending in consonants or 'a' (schwa) is the same as the singular.
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Using 'स्रोत' (Srot) for news sources.
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सूत्रों के अनुसार...
While 'Srot' means source, 'Sutra' is the idiomatic word for informants in journalism.
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Confusing 'Sutra' with 'Mantra'.
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गणित का सूत्र याद करो।
A 'Mantra' is for chanting; a 'Sutra' is a formula or a logical rule.
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Pronouncing 'tr' like the English 'tr' in 'tree'.
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Pronounce 't' as a dental sound.
The Hindi 'tr' is a combination of a dental 't' and a tapped 'r'.
نکات
Gender Check
Always remember 'Sutra' is masculine. Say 'मेरा सूत्र' (My formula), never 'मेरी सूत्र'.
News Lingo
Memorize the phrase 'सूत्रों के अनुसार'. You will hear it every single day if you follow Hindi news.
Academic Use
In math and science, use 'Sutra' for formulas. It's the standard term in Hindi-medium education.
The Thread Link
Think of 'Sutra' as a thread. A formula 'threads' numbers together; a source is a 'thread' of info.
Dental T
Make sure your tongue touches your upper teeth when you say the 't' in 'Sutra'. It's not a hard English 't'.
Oblique Plural
Don't forget to change 'Sutra' to 'Sutron' when followed by 'ka', 'se', 'ko', or 'mein'.
Sutra vs. Srot
Use 'Sutra' for people providing info and 'Srot' for things like energy or water origins.
Compound Words
Learn 'Sutradhar' (mastermind). It's a very impressive word to use in political or literary discussions.
Suture Connection
Associate 'Sutra' with 'Suture' (medical stitches). Both come from the same root meaning to sew.
Ancient Wisdom
Respect the word's history. It refers to some of India's most important ancient intellectual contributions.
حفظ کنید
روش یادسپاری
Think of a 'Suture' used by a doctor to sew a wound. A 'Sutra' is a 'thread' of logic or a 'formula' that sews numbers together.
تداعی تصویری
Imagine a long red thread connecting different mathematical symbols (+, -, =) or a journalist holding a secret string that leads to a hidden person.
شبکه واژگان
چالش
Try to find three 'sutras' (formulas) in your daily life—one for cooking, one for happiness, and one for work—and write them in Hindi.
ریشه کلمه
Derived from the Sanskrit root 'सिल्' (sil) or 'सिव्' (siv), which means 'to sew'. It is related to the English word 'sew' and 'suture'.
معنای اصلی: A thread, string, or line that holds things together.
Indo-European > Indo-Aryan > Sanskrit > Hindiبافت فرهنگی
No specific sensitivities, but when discussing 'sources' (sutron), it often implies confidential or leaked information.
English speakers usually only know 'Sutra' from 'Kama Sutra', but in Hindi, it is as common as the word 'formula' is in English schoolbooks.
تمرین در زندگی واقعی
موقعیتهای واقعی
Mathematics Class
- सूत्र क्या है?
- सूत्र लिखो।
- सूत्र याद करो।
- गलत सूत्र।
Watching News
- सूत्रों के अनुसार...
- विश्वसनीय सूत्रों ने कहा...
- सूत्रों के हवाले से खबर...
- सरकारी सूत्र।
Solving a Mystery
- कोई सूत्र मिला?
- सूत्रों को जोड़ो।
- अगला सूत्र क्या है?
- महत्वपूर्ण सूत्र।
Self-Improvement
- सफलता का सूत्र।
- खुशी का सूत्र।
- शांति का सूत्र।
- नया जीवन सूत्र।
Philosophy/Yoga
- योग सूत्र।
- प्राचीन सूत्र।
- सूत्रों की व्याख्या।
- गहरा सूत्र।
شروعکنندههای مکالمه
"क्या आपको इस गणित के सवाल का सूत्र याद है?"
"आज न्यूज़ में सूत्रों ने क्या नई जानकारी दी है?"
"आपकी सफलता का मुख्य सूत्र क्या है?"
"क्या आप पतंजलि के योग सूत्रों के बारे में जानते हैं?"
"इस समस्या को सुलझाने के लिए हमें कौन सा सूत्र अपनाना चाहिए?"
موضوعات نگارش
आज आपने कौन सा नया सूत्र (नियम या फॉर्मूला) सीखा? उसे विस्तार से लिखें।
आपकी राय में एक खुशहाल जीवन का सबसे महत्वपूर्ण सूत्र क्या है?
अगर आपको अपनी सफलता की कहानी का सूत्रधार बनना हो, तो आप क्या बदलाव करेंगे?
किसी ऐसी घटना के बारे में लिखें जहाँ 'सूत्रों' (sources) से मिली जानकारी गलत निकली हो।
एक काल्पनिक जासूसी कहानी लिखें जहाँ एक छोटा सा सूत्र (thread/clue) बड़े रहस्य को सुलझाता है।
سوالات متداول
10 سوالNo! While ancient religious and philosophical texts are called Sutras, in modern Hindi, the word is most commonly used for mathematical formulas and news sources. If a student says 'I need a sutra,' they are likely asking for a math rule.
They mean the same thing. 'Formula' is an English loanword used informally, while 'Sutra' is the proper Hindi word used in textbooks and formal exams.
It translates to 'According to sources.' It is the standard way for journalists to report information they received from insiders or anonymous contacts without naming them.
It is a masculine noun. You should use masculine adjectives and verbs with it, such as 'achha sutra' (good formula) and 'sutra mila' (formula/clue was found).
Yes, but it sounds very formal or poetic. In daily life, people use 'dhaga' for a physical thread. 'Sutra' is better for metaphorical threads, like the 'thread of a story'.
You say 'गणित का सूत्र' (Ganit ka sutra).
It literally means 'the one who holds the threads.' In a play, it's the narrator. In a crime or a plot, it's the mastermind or the person who organized everything.
In the direct case (e.g., 'The formulas are here'), it remains 'Sutra'. In the oblique case (e.g., 'In the formulas'), it becomes 'Sutron'.
Yes, it is often used to mean a 'lead' or a 'link' that helps solve a mystery.
It comes from Sanskrit, from a root meaning 'to sew' or 'to bind'. This is why it refers to a thread that binds ideas or numbers together.
خودت رو بسنج 192 سوال
Write a sentence using 'सूत्र' to mean a math formula.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'According to sources, the news is true.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Use the word 'सूत्रधार' in a sentence about a mastermind.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a short paragraph about the importance of formulas in science.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'Hard work is the formula for success.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Explain the difference between 'Sutra' and 'Niyam' in Hindi.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a news headline using 'सूत्रों के हवाले से'.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'I need to memorize all the formulas for the exam.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Use 'एक ही सूत्र में पिरोना' in a sentence about unity.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a sentence using 'सूत्रपात' to describe a new beginning.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'The police found a clue in the room.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a sentence about Patanjali's Yoga Sutras.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'What is the chemical formula for water?'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Use 'विश्वसनीय सूत्रों' in a sentence about a leak.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a sentence describing a narrator as a 'sutradhar'.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'There is no magic formula for weight loss.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a sentence about a 'narrative thread' (katha-sutra).
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Translate: 'Sources say that the meeting was canceled.'
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Use 'बीज-सूत्र' in a sentence about a core principle.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Write a sentence about 'formulating' a plan.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
Pronounce 'सूत्र' correctly. (Focus on dental T and long U).
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say 'According to sources' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Explain a simple math formula in Hindi using the word 'सूत्र'.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
State your 'formula for happiness' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Use 'सूत्रधार' in a sentence about a movie you like.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Read aloud: 'सफलता का कोई छोटा सूत्र नहीं होता।'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Ask your teacher for a formula in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say 'The news came from reliable sources' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Use 'सूत्रपात' in a sentence about a new project.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Describe a 'clue' you found in a game using 'सूत्र'.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Translate and speak: 'I forgot the science formula.'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say 'These formulas are very important' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Explain why 'sutra' means both thread and formula.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say 'According to news sources' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Read aloud: 'पुलिस सूत्रों ने जानकारी दी है।'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Use 'एक ही सूत्र में' in a sentence about friends.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say 'This is a new formula' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Describe a mastermind in a mystery movie using 'सूत्रधार'.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Say 'Memorize the formula' in Hindi.
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Translate and speak: 'What is the formula of life?'
این را بلند بخوانید:
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Listen to a news clip and count how many times they say 'sutron'.
Identify the word 'sutra' in a sentence about math.
Does the speaker say 'sutra' or 'sutron'? 'सूत्रों के अनुसार कल छुट्टी है।'
What is the teacher asking for? 'बोर्ड पर सूत्र लिखो।'
Listen for 'sutradhar' in a movie dialogue. What does it imply?
Distinguish between 'sutra' and 'srot' in a recording.
What news is being shared? 'सूत्रों के हवाले से खबर है कि मैच शुरू होगा।'
Is the formula easy or hard? 'यह सूत्र बहुत आसान है।'
What is the 'sutra' for? 'यह पानी का सूत्र है।'
Who gave the info? 'पुलिस सूत्रों ने बताया...'
Is it a 'new' or 'old' sutra? 'यह एक नया सूत्र है।'
What is the speaker's tone? 'सफलता का कोई सूत्र नहीं होता!'
What did the student forget? 'मैं सूत्र भूल गया।'
Listen for 'sutrapāt'. What event is starting?
What is being connected? 'उसने सभी सूत्रों को जोड़ दिया।'
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Summary
The word 'सूत्र' (Sutra) is the essential Hindi term for a 'formula' in academic settings and a 'source' in news media. Example: 'गणित का सूत्र' (Math formula) or 'सूत्रों के अनुसार' (According to sources).
- A masculine noun meaning formula, rule, or thread.
- Primarily used in math, science, journalism (sources), and philosophy.
- Derived from the Sanskrit word for 'string' or 'thread'.
- Crucial for news phrases like 'sutron ke anusar' (according to sources).
Gender Check
Always remember 'Sutra' is masculine. Say 'मेरा सूत्र' (My formula), never 'मेरी सूत्र'.
News Lingo
Memorize the phrase 'सूत्रों के अनुसार'. You will hear it every single day if you follow Hindi news.
Academic Use
In math and science, use 'Sutra' for formulas. It's the standard term in Hindi-medium education.
The Thread Link
Think of 'Sutra' as a thread. A formula 'threads' numbers together; a source is a 'thread' of info.
مثال
गणित में अनेक सूत्र होते हैं।
محتوای مرتبط
قواعد دستوری مرتبط
واژههای بیشتر academic
आचार्य
B1یک معلم محترم، دانشمند یا استاد که نه تنها دانش، بلکه اخلاق را نیز آموزش میدهد.
आगे चलकर
B1در آینده، بعدها. به معنای اتفاقی است که با گذشت زمان رخ میدهد.
आकलन
B1ارزیابی یا تخمین ماهیت، کیفیت یا توانایی کسی یا چیزی.
आकलन करना
B1ارزیابی کردن یا سنجیدن. ما باید وضعیت را به دقت ارزیابی کنیم.
आँकना
B1تخمین زدن یا ارزیابی ارزش، مقدار یا وسعت چیزی. ۱. او قیمت خانه را تخمین زد. ۲. حریف خود را دست کم نگیرید.
आंकना
B1ارزیابی کردن یا تخمین زدن. 'او وضعیت را ارزیابی کرد' (Usne stithi ko āńkā).
आंकड़ा
A2دادهها، آمار، ارقام. برای نشان دادن اطلاعات عددی استفاده میشود.
आँकड़े
B1دادهها یا آمارهای جمعآوری شده برای تجزیه و تحلیل. 'آمار (आँकड़े) نشاندهنده پیشرفت است.'
आँकड़ा
B1حقایق و آمارهای جمعآوری شده برای مرجع یا تحلیل؛ دادهها.
आंकड़े
B1حقایق و آماری که برای ارجاع یا تجزیه و تحلیل با هم جمع آوری شده اند.