Signification
Used to express that something is extremely boring or uninteresting.
Contexte culturel
In Indian offices, people often use English words like 'boring' even when speaking Hindi. Using 'नीरस' shows a slightly more formal or educated vocabulary. In literature, 'नीरस' is used to describe characters or settings that lack depth or emotional resonance. In some regions, people might use 'फीका' (pheeka) to mean the same thing, especially regarding social interactions.
Use with 'बहुत ही'
Adding 'बहुत ही' makes the phrase sound more natural and emphatic.
Don't confuse with Niraash
Remember: Neeras = Boring, Niraash = Disappointed.
Signification
Used to express that something is extremely boring or uninteresting.
Use with 'बहुत ही'
Adding 'बहुत ही' makes the phrase sound more natural and emphatic.
Don't confuse with Niraash
Remember: Neeras = Boring, Niraash = Disappointed.
Use in writing
Use 'नीरस' in essays or formal emails to sound more articulate than using the English word 'boring'.
Teste-toi
Which word describes a boring movie?
यह फिल्म _____ है।
'नीरस' means boring, which fits the context of a movie.
Complete the sentence.
उसका भाषण बहुत ही _____ है।
Speeches are often described as 'नीरस' if they are boring.
Choose the best response.
A: यह काम कैसा है? B: _____
This is the only logical response to a question about the nature of work.
Match the situation to the phrase.
You are in a 3-hour meeting.
Long meetings are typically described as boring.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesयह फिल्म _____ है।
'नीरस' means boring, which fits the context of a movie.
उसका भाषण बहुत ही _____ है।
Speeches are often described as 'नीरस' if they are boring.
A: यह काम कैसा है? B: _____
This is the only logical response to a question about the nature of work.
You are in a 3-hour meeting.
Long meetings are typically described as boring.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
6 questionsYes, but it's an insult. It means they are a boring person.
It is neutral. It works in both formal and informal contexts.
Adjectives like 'नीरस' don't change for plural unless they end in 'आ'.
Yes, but 'बहुत ही नीरस' is more emphatic.
Yes, characters often use it to complain about their lives.
You say 'मैं बोर हो रहा हूँ' (I am getting bored).
Expressions liées
नीरसता
specialized formBoredom (noun)
उबाऊ
synonymBoring
फीका
similarBland/Dull
