यह मेरे लिए एक सम्मान की बात है।
yah mere liye ek samman ki baat hai.
It's an honor for me.
Signification
Expressing gratitude and humility for a recognition or privilege.
Contexte culturel
In North Indian formal culture, using 'Shuddh' (pure) Hindi words like 'Samman' instead of the Urdu 'Izzat' or English 'Honor' signals high education and respect for tradition. Even in English-speaking offices, using this Hindi phrase in a speech adds a touch of 'sincerity' and 'emotional connection' that English sometimes lacks. Professors and students use this phrase to maintain the 'Guru-Shishya' (Teacher-Disciple) dynamic, showing that the student feels privileged to learn. Actors frequently use this phrase in interviews to appear humble despite their fame, often pairing it with a 'Namaste' gesture.
The Bow Factor
When saying this phrase, a slight nod or a small bow makes it 10x more authentic.
Don't Overuse
If you say this for every small thing, you will sound like a politician. Save it for the big moments.
Signification
Expressing gratitude and humility for a recognition or privilege.
The Bow Factor
When saying this phrase, a slight nod or a small bow makes it 10x more authentic.
Don't Overuse
If you say this for every small thing, you will sound like a politician. Save it for the big moments.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to complete the formal expression.
यह मेरे लिए एक सम्मान की ______ है।
The standard phrase uses 'baat' (matter/thing).
Which of these is the most appropriate response to receiving an award?
पुरस्कार लेते समय आप क्या कहेंगे?
Option A is the most formal and culturally appropriate response.
Match the Hindi phrase with its English equivalent.
Match the following:
All pairs are correctly matched in the description.
Complete the dialogue between a student and a famous scientist.
Scientist: 'I am happy to meet you.' Student: 'Sir, आपसे मिलना ______।'
When meeting a high-status person like a scientist, the formal 'honor' phrase is best.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesयह मेरे लिए एक सम्मान की ______ है।
The standard phrase uses 'baat' (matter/thing).
पुरस्कार लेते समय आप क्या कहेंगे?
Option A is the most formal and culturally appropriate response.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
All pairs are correctly matched in the description.
Scientist: 'I am happy to meet you.' Student: 'Sir, आपसे मिलना ______।'
When meeting a high-status person like a scientist, the formal 'honor' phrase is best.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
3 questionsYes, it is very appropriate for formal meetings or when your boss gives you a new responsibility.
The word 'Samman' is masculine, but the phrase uses 'ki' because it modifies the feminine word 'Baat'.
'Samman' is more formal and Sanskrit-based, often used for public honor. 'Izzat' is Urdu-based and often refers to personal or family reputation.
Expressions liées
गौरव की बात
similarA matter of pride
सौभाग्य की बात
similarA matter of good fortune
आदरणीय
builds onRespected
कृतज्ञ हूँ
similarI am grateful
