आवाज़ en 30 secondes
- Aawaaz means 'voice' or 'sound' in Hindi.
- It is a feminine noun, so use 'aapki' or 'meri'.
- It can mean volume on a phone or TV.
- Common idioms include 'raising a voice' for protest.
The Hindi word आवाज़ (Aawaaz) is a versatile and essential feminine noun that primarily translates to 'sound' or 'voice' in English. It is a loanword from Persian that has become deeply embedded in the Hindi-Urdu lexicon. At its most basic level, it refers to anything audible to the human ear, whether it is the melodic chirping of a bird, the mechanical hum of an engine, or the complex vocalizations of a human being. However, its usage extends far beyond mere acoustics. In a social and political context, it represents one's agency, opinion, or the act of speaking out against injustice. When you are learning Hindi at the A2 level, understanding the distinction between 'sound' as a physical phenomenon and 'voice' as a personal attribute is crucial. For instance, if you hear a strange noise in the middle of the night, you would use this word. Similarly, if you are complimented on your singing, the compliment is directed at your 'aawaaz'. It is important to note that because the word is feminine, any adjectives or verbs associated with it must agree with its feminine gender. You would say 'achhi aawaaz' (good voice) rather than 'achha aawaaz'. This subtle grammatical nuance is a hallmark of reaching the A2 proficiency level, where you begin to master the gender of common nouns.
- Acoustic Definition
- Any vibration that travels through the air or another medium and can be heard when they reach a person's or animal's ear.
- Vocal Definition
- The sound produced in a person's larynx and uttered through the mouth, as speech or song.
- Metaphorical Definition
- The right or ability to express an opinion or vote, or the expression of a particular opinion or attitude.
क्या आपको बाहर से कोई आवाज़ सुनाई दे रही है? (Do you hear any sound from outside?)
लता मंगेशकर की आवाज़ बहुत सुरीली थी। (Lata Mangeshkar's voice was very sweet.)
रेडियो की आवाज़ कम करो। (Turn down the volume of the radio.)
हमें अन्याय के खिलाफ आवाज़ उठानी चाहिए। (We should raise our voice against injustice.)
उसकी आवाज़ से डर लग रहा है। (I am feeling scared by that sound.)
Using 'आवाज़' (Aawaaz) correctly involves understanding its grammatical gender and the specific verbs it pairs with. Since it is a feminine noun, you will notice that accompanying adjectives end in 'ee' (like 'pyari', 'bhari', 'dhimi') and verbs reflect this gender in their endings (like 'aa rahi hai', 'sunaai di'). For English speakers, the most common use cases involve describing someone's voice or asking someone to adjust the volume of a device. For example, if you are on a phone call and the connection is poor, you might say, 'Aapki aawaaz nahi aa rahi hai' (Your voice is not coming/I can't hear you). If the person is speaking too softly, you would say, 'Thoda zor se boliye, aapki aawaaz bahut dhimi hai' (Speak a bit louder, your voice is very faint/low). Beyond these literal uses, 'aawaaz' is used in many functional phrases. 'Aawaaz dena' means to call out to someone. If you are in another room and want to get someone's attention, you 'give them a voice'. Another common verb is 'sunaai dena', which means 'to be audible'. Instead of saying 'I hear a sound', Hindi speakers often say 'A sound is giving hearing to me' (Mujhe aawaaz sunaai de rahi hai).
- Describing Quality
- Use feminine adjectives like 'meethi' (sweet), 'kadvi' (harsh), or 'saaf' (clear) to describe the tone.
- Adjusting Volume
- Use 'badhana' (to increase) or 'kam karna' (to decrease) when talking about electronic devices.
- Physical State
- When someone is hoarse, Hindi uses the verb 'baithna' (to sit). 'Meri aawaaz baith gayi hai' means 'My voice has sat down' or 'I have lost my voice'.
बच्चे शोर मचा रहे हैं, उनकी आवाज़ यहाँ तक आ रही है। (The children are making noise, their sound is coming all the way here.)
क्या आप टीवी की आवाज़ थोड़ी बढ़ा सकते हैं? (Can you increase the TV volume a little?)
जब मैंने उसे आवाज़ दी, तो उसने पीछे मुड़कर देखा। (When I called out to him, he looked back.)
In everyday life in India, 'आवाज़' is a word you will hear constantly. In a bustling market (bazaar), you will hear the 'aawaaz' of vendors calling out their prices. In a family setting, a mother might give an 'aawaaz' to her children to come for dinner. In the realm of entertainment, Bollywood is obsessed with the quality of 'aawaaz'. Playback singers are often praised for having a 'jaadui aawaaz' (magical voice). You will also hear it in news broadcasts and political rallies. Phrases like 'Janata ki aawaaz' (The voice of the people) are common slogans used to denote democracy and representation. In modern technology, if you are using a smartphone in Hindi, settings for 'Sound and Vibration' will be labeled as 'Dhwani aur Kampan', but in casual speech, everyone says 'Aawaaz'. If your phone rings, you might say 'Phone ki aawaaz aa rahi hai'. In religious contexts, the 'Azaan' (call to prayer) or the 'aawaaz' of temple bells are central to the soundscape of Indian towns. Even in literature and poetry, 'aawaaz' is used to symbolize the inner conscience or the soul speaking. It is a word that bridges the gap between the physical world of acoustics and the spiritual/metaphorical world of expression.
- In the Market
- 'Bhaiya, zara kam aawaaz mein baat kijiye.' (Brother, please speak in a lower voice.)
- In Cinema
- 'Unki aawaaz mein ek alag hi kashish hai.' (There is a unique attraction in his/her voice.)
- In Politics
- 'Gareebon ki aawaaz dabai nahi ja sakti.' (The voice of the poor cannot be suppressed.)
शहर की आवाज़ में खो जाना आसान है। (It is easy to get lost in the sound of the city.)
मंदिर की घंटियों की आवाज़ सुकून देती है। (The sound of temple bells gives peace.)
The most frequent mistake learners make with 'आवाज़' is treating it as a masculine noun. Because many Hindi nouns ending in consonants are masculine, learners often default to 'Mera aawaaz' or 'Achha aawaaz'. However, 'आवाज़' is strictly feminine. This affects everything: 'Aapki aawaaz' (Your voice), 'Meethi aawaaz' (Sweet voice), 'Aawaaz aa rahi hai' (Sound is coming). Another common error is using 'aawaaz' when 'shor' (noise) is more appropriate. While 'aawaaz' is neutral, 'shor' implies unwanted, loud, or chaotic noise. If you say 'Bachhon ki aawaaz achhi hai', it means you like the sound of the children's voices. If you say 'Bachhe shor kar rahe hain', it means they are being noisy or disruptive. Additionally, learners sometimes confuse 'aawaaz' with 'dhwani'. 'Dhwani' is a more formal, Sanskrit-derived word used in technical or scientific contexts. Using 'dhwani' in a casual conversation about someone's voice would sound very unnatural. Finally, pay attention to the pronunciation of the 'z' sound (ज़). In many parts of India, especially in rural areas, the 'z' is often pronounced as 'j', resulting in 'aawaaj'. While this is common in colloquial speech, the standard pronunciation uses the 'z' sound (nuqta). Using the correct 'z' sound makes your Hindi sound more refined and accurate.
- Gender Error
- Incorrect: 'Tumhara aawaaz bahut bhari hai.' Correct: 'Tumhari aawaaz bahut bhari hai.'
- Vocabulary Confusion
- Confusion between 'Aawaaz' (general sound/voice) and 'Shor' (unpleasant noise).
- Pronunciation
- Avoid saying 'Aawaaj' (with a hard 'j') if you want to follow standard formal Hindi/Urdu pronunciation.
गलत: उसका आवाज़ साफ़ नहीं है। (Incorrect: His voice is not clear - using masculine possessive)
सही: उसकी आवाज़ साफ़ नहीं है। (Correct: His voice is not clear - using feminine possessive)
While 'आवाज़' is the most common word for sound, Hindi offers several alternatives depending on the context and the level of formality. 'Dhwani' (ध्वनि) is the Sanskrit-derived synonym often used in science, linguistics, or high literature. If you are studying the 'sounds' of a language, you would study 'dhwani-vigyan' (phonology). 'Swar' (स्वर) is another important word, specifically referring to a musical note or a vowel sound. When discussing a singer's pitch or the 'vowels' in the Hindi alphabet, 'swar' is used. For unpleasant or loud sounds, 'shor' (शोर) or 'shorgul' (शोरगुल) are used to mean 'noise' or 'commotion'. If the noise is particularly jarring, you might use 'kokahal' (कोलाहल), which is a more literary term for a loud uproar. In the context of a call or a shout, 'pukaar' (पुकार) is used. While 'aawaaz dena' is 'to call out', 'pukaar' is the noun for the call itself, often carrying an emotional or urgent connotation, like a 'call for help'. Understanding these nuances allows you to choose the right word for the right situation, moving your Hindi from basic communication to nuanced expression.
- Dhwani (ध्वनि)
- Formal/Technical word for sound. Used in 'Dhwani pradushan' (Sound/Noise pollution).
- Swar (स्वर)
- Musical note or vowel. Refers to the tonal quality of a voice.
- Shor (शोर)
- Masculine noun for noise. Always implies something loud or bothersome.
संगीत के सात स्वर होते हैं। (There are seven notes in music.)
कक्षा में बहुत शोर हो रहा है। (There is a lot of noise in the classroom.)
How Formal Is It?
"कृपया अपनी आवाज़ को संयमित रखें।"
"बाहर से शोर की आवाज़ आ रही है।"
"अरे, ज़रा आवाज़ दे उसे!"
"देखो, चिड़िया की आवाज़ कितनी प्यारी है!"
"उसकी आवाज़ तो एकदम फटे बाँस जैसी है।"
Le savais-tu ?
The word is shared by Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, and even some Central Asian languages, making it a truly 'Silk Road' word.
Guide de prononciation
- Pronouncing 'z' as 'j' (Aawaaj).
- Making the first 'a' too short.
- Replacing 'v' with a hard 'b' (Aabaaz).
Niveau de difficulté
Easy to read but requires knowing the nuqta (dot) for 'z'.
Simple spelling, but don't forget the dot under the 'ja'.
The 'z' sound can be tricky for those used to 'j'.
Very common word, easily recognizable in speech.
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Prérequis
Apprends ensuite
Avancé
Grammaire à connaître
Feminine Noun Agreement
आवाज़ 'achhi' (good) होती है, 'achha' नहीं।
Compound Verbs with 'Dena'
Aawaaz dena (To call) is a fixed compound verb.
Use of 'Sunaai Dena'
Used for passive hearing: 'Mujhe aawaaz sunaai di' (I heard a sound).
Postposition 'Ki'
Always use 'ki' before aawaaz: 'Gaadi ki aawaaz'.
Pluralization in '-ein'
Aawaaz becomes Aawaazein in plural.
Exemples par niveau
यह किसकी आवाज़ है?
Whose voice/sound is this?
Focus on the use of 'kiski' (feminine) to match 'aawaaz'.
मेरी आवाज़ सुनो।
Listen to my voice.
Imperative form 'suno' with the object 'aawaaz'.
टीवी की आवाज़ कम करो।
Lower the TV volume.
Use of 'kam karna' (to decrease) with 'aawaaz'.
तुम्हारी आवाज़ बहुत अच्छी है।
Your voice is very good.
Adjective 'achhi' must be feminine to match 'aawaaz'.
क्या आपको आवाज़ सुनाई दी?
Did you hear a sound?
The verb 'sunaai dena' is used for 'to be audible'.
वहाँ से आवाज़ आ रही है।
A sound is coming from there.
Present continuous 'aa rahi hai' matches the feminine 'aawaaz'.
रेडियो की आवाज़ तेज़ है।
The radio volume is loud.
'Tez' can mean fast or loud/sharp in this context.
उसे आवाज़ दो।
Call out to him/her.
'Aawaaz dena' is an idiom meaning 'to call'.
उसकी आवाज़ बहुत सुरीली है।
His/Her voice is very melodious.
'Surili' is the feminine form of 'surila' (melodious).
मुझे किसी के रोने की आवाज़ आई।
I heard the sound of someone crying.
'Rone ki aawaaz' - the sound of crying.
फोन पर आपकी आवाज़ साफ़ नहीं है।
Your voice is not clear on the phone.
'Saaf' is an adjective meaning clear.
क्या आप अपनी आवाज़ थोड़ी धीमी कर सकते हैं?
Can you lower your voice a little?
'Dhimi' is the feminine adjective for 'low' or 'faint'.
बारिश की आवाज़ बहुत सुखद होती है।
The sound of rain is very pleasant.
'Sukhad' means pleasant; 'hoti hai' is the general truth form.
उसने मुझे आवाज़ दी लेकिन मैंने सुना नहीं।
He called out to me but I didn't hear.
Past tense 'di' matches the feminine 'aawaaz'.
गाड़ी की आवाज़ बहुत तेज़ थी।
The sound of the car was very loud.
Past tense 'thi' matches 'aawaaz'.
क्या यह आवाज़ असली है?
Is this sound real?
'Asli' means real/original.
गलत काम के खिलाफ आवाज़ उठाना ज़रूरी है।
It is important to raise your voice against wrongdoing.
'Aawaaz uthana' is a common idiom for protesting.
ज़्यादा चिल्लाने से उसकी आवाज़ बैठ गई।
His voice went hoarse from shouting too much.
'Aawaaz baithna' is an idiom for losing one's voice.
उसकी आवाज़ में बहुत दर्द था।
There was a lot of pain in his/her voice.
'Dard' (pain) is masculine, but it is 'in the voice' (aawaaz mein).
भीड़ में उसकी आवाज़ कहीं खो गई।
His voice was lost somewhere in the crowd.
'Kho gayi' (got lost) is feminine to match 'aawaaz'.
रेडियो पर एक जानी-पहचानी आवाज़ सुनाई दी।
A familiar voice was heard on the radio.
'Jaani-pahchani' means well-known/familiar.
हमें अपनी अंतरात्मा की आवाज़ सुननी चाहिए।
We should listen to the voice of our conscience.
'Antaratma' means conscience/inner soul.
उसकी आवाज़ से लग रहा है कि वह बीमार है।
It seems from his voice that he is sick.
'Aawaaz se lag raha hai' - It appears from the voice.
बिना आवाज़ के यहाँ से निकल जाओ।
Leave from here without making a sound.
'Bina aawaaz ke' - Without sound.
लेखक ने अपनी किताब में समाज की आवाज़ को दर्शाया है।
The author has depicted the voice of society in his book.
'Darshaya hai' means depicted/shown.
उसकी आवाज़ की गूँज पूरे कमरे में फैल गई।
The echo of his voice spread throughout the room.
'Goonj' (echo) is also a feminine noun.
तकनीकी खराबी की वजह से आवाज़ कट-कट कर आ रही है।
Due to a technical fault, the voice is coming intermittently.
'Kat-kat kar' describes a choppy or breaking sound.
उसने बहुत ही धीमी आवाज़ में फुसफुसाया।
He whispered in a very low voice.
'Phusphusaya' is the verb for whispered.
मंच पर उसकी आवाज़ में एक अजीब सा आत्मविश्वास था।
There was a strange confidence in his voice on stage.
'Aatmavishwas' (confidence) is masculine.
खामोशी की भी अपनी एक आवाज़ होती है।
Silence also has its own voice.
A metaphorical use of 'aawaaz'.
उसकी आवाज़ में भारीपन आ गया है।
There is a heaviness in his voice now.
'Bhaaripan' means heaviness/depth.
यह फिल्म 'आवाज़' के जादू पर आधारित है।
This film is based on the magic of voice.
'Aadhaarit' means based on.
सभ्यता के विकास में भाषा और आवाज़ का बड़ा महत्व है।
Language and voice have great importance in the development of civilization.
Using 'aawaaz' in a sociological/historical context.
उसकी आवाज़ में जो खनक है, वह दुर्लभ है।
The 'khanak' (ring/clarity) in her voice is rare.
'Khanak' refers to a metallic, clear, or sharp sound quality.
अक्सर सच की आवाज़ को दबाने की कोशिश की जाती है।
Often, attempts are made to suppress the voice of truth.
'Dabane ki koshish' - attempt to suppress.
संगीतकार ने प्रकृति की आवाज़ों को धुनों में पिरोया है।
The musician has woven the sounds of nature into melodies.
'Piroya' means woven or threaded.
उसकी आवाज़ में एक अधिकारपूर्ण लहजा था।
There was an authoritative tone in his voice.
'Adhikarpurn' means authoritative; 'lehja' means tone/style.
ध्वनि-प्रदूषण हमारी सुनने की आवाज़ को प्रभावित करता है।
Noise pollution affects our hearing ability.
Note the use of 'dhwani' and 'aawaaz' together.
कविता में शब्दों की आवाज़ और अर्थ का गहरा संबंध है।
In poetry, there is a deep connection between the sound and meaning of words.
A literary analysis context.
उसने अपनी आवाज़ को एक हथियार की तरह इस्तेमाल किया।
He used his voice like a weapon.
Metaphorical use in activism.
शून्यता की आवाज़ को केवल ध्यान से ही सुना जा सकता है।
The voice of the void can only be heard through meditation.
Philosophical usage of 'shunyata' (void).
उनकी आवाज़ में जो ठहराव है, वह वर्षों के अनुभव का परिणाम है।
The poise/calmness in his voice is the result of years of experience.
'Thahrav' refers to stability or poise.
इतिहास के पन्नों में कई अनसुनी आवाज़ें दफन हैं।
Many unheard voices are buried in the pages of history.
'Ansuni' (unheard) and 'dafan' (buried).
उसकी आवाज़ का आरोह-अवरोह शास्त्रीय संगीत की बारीकियों को दर्शाता है।
The modulation (rise and fall) of his voice shows the nuances of classical music.
'Aaroh-avaroh' means ascending and descending scales.
लोकतंत्र में हर आवाज़ का अपना एक महत्व और स्थान होता है।
In a democracy, every voice has its own importance and place.
Political philosophy context.
वह अपनी आवाज़ के ज़रिए सामाजिक विसंगतियों पर प्रहार करता है।
He attacks social inconsistencies through his voice.
'Visangatiyan' (inconsistencies) and 'prahaar' (attack).
ब्रह्मांड की अनंत आवाज़ों को डिकोड करना वैज्ञानिकों के लिए एक चुनौती है।
Decoding the infinite sounds of the universe is a challenge for scientists.
'Anant' means infinite/endless.
उसकी आवाज़ में रूहानियत का एक अंश झलकता है।
A trace of spirituality is reflected in his voice.
'Roohaniyat' means spirituality.
Collocations courantes
Phrases Courantes
Souvent confondu avec
Shor is specifically 'noise' (usually annoying), while Aawaaz is any 'sound' or 'voice'.
Dhwani is the formal/Sanskrit version, used more in books than in speech.
Pukaar is a 'call' or 'cry', whereas Aawaaz is the 'sound' itself.
Expressions idiomatiques
— To protest or speak up against something.
भ्रष्टाचार के खिलाफ आवाज़ उठाना हमारा कर्तव्य है।
Formal/Social— To become hoarse or lose one's voice.
कल बहुत गाना गाया, इसलिए आज आवाज़ बैठ गई है।
Common— To make a taunting remark or catcall.
राह चलते लोगों पर आवाज़ कसना बुरी बात है।
Informal— To call someone out by name or shout for them.
माँ ने मुझे खाने के लिए आवाज़ दी।
Common— To be speechless due to fear or shock.
शेर को सामने देखकर उसकी आवाज़ ही नहीं निकली।
Common— Colloquial version of 'Aawaaz dena' (to call).
ज़रा उसे आवाज़ मारना, वह सुन नहीं रहा।
Slang/Informal— Someone blessed with a great voice.
वह गायक वास्तव में अपनी आवाज़ का धनी है।
Literary— To be remembered or to have a lasting impact.
आज भी उसके शब्द मेरे कानों में गूँज रहे हैं।
PoeticFacile à confondre
Both involve hearing something.
Shor is masculine and always implies a disturbance. Aawaaz is feminine and neutral.
कक्षा में शोर मत करो (Don't make noise). उसकी आवाज़ सुनो (Listen to her voice).
Both relate to vocal sounds.
Swar is used for musical notes or linguistic vowels. Aawaaz is the general sound.
संगीत के स्वर (Musical notes). गायक की आवाज़ (Singer's voice).
Synonyms for sound.
Dhwani is technical/scientific. Aawaaz is everyday speech.
ध्वनि की गति (Speed of sound). तुम्हारी आवाज़ (Your voice).
Both are sounds.
Aahat is specifically the faint sound of movement or footsteps.
पैरों की आहट (Sound of footsteps). बादलों की आवाज़ (Sound of clouds/thunder).
Relate to speaking.
Bol refers to the words or lyrics. Aawaaz is the physical sound.
गीत के बोल (Lyrics of the song). उसकी आवाज़ (His voice).
Structures de phrases
[Possessive] आवाज़ [Adjective] है।
आपकी आवाज़ अच्छी है।
[Noun] की आवाज़ आ रही है।
बारिश की आवाज़ आ रही है।
अगर [Condition], तो आवाज़ [Verb].
अगर तुम चिल्लाओगे, तो आवाज़ बैठ जाएगी।
आवाज़ उठाना [Adjective] है।
अन्याय के खिलाफ आवाज़ उठाना ज़रूरी है।
आवाज़ में [Abstract Noun] झलकना।
उसकी आवाज़ में आत्मविश्वास झलकता है।
आवाज़ को [Metaphor] की तरह इस्तेमाल करना।
उसने अपनी आवाज़ को बदलाव का माध्यम बनाया।
आवाज़ [कम/ज़्यादा] करो।
आवाज़ कम करो।
मुझको आवाज़ [सुनाई देना]।
मुझको आवाज़ सुनाई दी।
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Apparenté
Comment l'utiliser
Extremely high in daily speech, media, and literature.
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Using 'Mera aawaaz' instead of 'Meri aawaaz'.
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Meri aawaaz.
Learners often forget that 'Aawaaz' is feminine. All possessive pronouns must agree with the feminine gender.
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Saying 'Aawaaz suno' for 'Turn up the volume'.
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Aawaaz badhao.
'Suno' means 'listen'. To change volume, use 'badhao' (increase) or 'kam karo' (decrease).
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Using 'Shor' for a beautiful singing voice.
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Suriili aawaaz.
'Shor' is always negative (noise). For a voice you like, always use 'Aawaaz'.
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Pronouncing it as 'Aawaaj'.
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Aawaaz.
While 'Aawaaj' is heard in dialects, 'Aawaaz' with a 'z' is the standard and more professional pronunciation.
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Confusing 'Aawaaz' with 'Bolna'.
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Aawaaz (Noun), Bolna (Verb).
You cannot say 'I am aawaaz-ing'. You must say 'Main bol raha hoon' (I am speaking) or 'Main aawaaz de raha hoon' (I am calling).
Astuces
Gender Agreement
Always remember 'Aawaaz' is feminine. Use 'aapki', 'meri', 'uski' and adjectives like 'pyari', 'badi', 'saaf'.
The Nuqta Power
The dot under 'ज' in 'आवाज़' makes it a 'z'. Practice the buzzing sound to sound more like a native speaker.
Volume Control
In Hindi, 'sound' and 'volume' are the same word. 'Aawaaz kam karo' is the standard way to say 'turn it down'.
Call Out
Use 'Aawaaz dena' instead of 'Pukarna' for a more natural, everyday way to say you called someone.
Politeness
When asking someone to speak louder, say 'Thoda zor se boliye' rather than just 'Aawaaz badhao'.
Filter the Noise
If you hear 'shor', look for something annoying. If you hear 'aawaaz', it could be anything from a song to a whisper.
Poetic Touch
Use 'aawaaz' in your journals to describe the atmosphere. 'Chidiya ki aawaaz' makes a sentence feel more alive.
Political Voice
Remember that 'raising your voice' (aawaaz uthana) is a very common and respected concept in Indian activism.
Phone Etiquette
If the line is bad, say 'Aapki aawaaz kat rahi hai'. It's the most common phrase for a poor connection.
Daily Practice
Label the volume buttons on your remote or phone with 'आवाज़' to reinforce the word every day.
Mémorise-le
Moyen mnémotechnique
Imagine a 'Vase' (Vaaz) that makes a loud 'Aa' sound when it breaks. Aa-Vaaz.
Association visuelle
Visualize a microphone with sound waves coming out of it in the shape of the Hindi letters 'आवाज़'.
Word Web
Défi
Try to use 'Aawaaz' in three different ways today: once for your voice, once for a noise you hear, and once for the TV volume.
Origine du mot
Borrowed from Persian 'آواز' (āwāz). It entered Hindi through the influence of Persian in the royal courts and literature of North India.
Sens originel : Voice, sound, shout, or fame.
Indo-European (Indo-Iranian branch).Contexte culturel
Be careful using 'aawaaz kasna' (catcalling), as it refers to harassment.
English speakers often use 'voice' and 'sound' as distinct words, while 'Aawaaz' covers both comfortably.
Pratique dans la vie réelle
Contextes réels
Phone Calls
- आपकी आवाज़ कट रही है।
- आवाज़ साफ़ नहीं है।
- क्या आपको मेरी आवाज़ आ रही है?
- आवाज़ बहुत धीमी है।
Technology/Gadgets
- आवाज़ कम कर दो।
- आवाज़ बढ़ाओ।
- आवाज़ बंद कर दो (Mute).
- स्पीकर की आवाज़।
Social Situations
- ज़ोर से आवाज़ दो।
- आवाज़ मत करो।
- धीमी आवाज़ में बोलो।
- उसकी आवाज़ पहचानो।
Music/Arts
- सुरीली आवाज़।
- आवाज़ का रियाज़ (Practice).
- भारी आवाज़।
- आवाज़ की बनावट।
Politics/Activism
- आवाज़ उठाना।
- जनता की आवाज़।
- आवाज़ दबाना।
- एक आवाज़ होकर।
Amorces de conversation
"आपकी आवाज़ बहुत जानी-पहचानी लग रही है, क्या हम पहले मिले हैं?"
"क्या आपको भी पड़ोस से अजीब सी आवाज़ सुनाई दे रही है?"
"आपको किस गायक की आवाज़ सबसे ज़्यादा पसंद है?"
"क्या मैं टीवी की आवाज़ थोड़ी कम कर सकता हूँ?"
"आपकी आवाज़ को क्या हुआ? क्या आपका गला खराब है?"
Sujets d'écriture
आज आपने कौन सी सबसे सुंदर आवाज़ सुनी? उसका वर्णन करें।
अगर आपको अपनी आवाज़ किसी और की आवाज़ से बदलनी हो, तो वह किसकी होगी और क्यों?
एक ऐसी घटना के बारे में लिखें जब आपने अन्याय के खिलाफ अपनी आवाज़ उठाई थी।
शहर की आवाज़ें और गाँव की आवाज़ें एक-दूसरे से कैसे अलग होती हैं?
खामोशी की आवाज़ से आप क्या समझते हैं? विस्तार से लिखें।
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt is a feminine noun. This is important for grammar agreement. You should always use feminine adjectives like 'achhi' or 'meethi' with it, and feminine verb forms like 'aa rahi hai'.
You can say 'Mujhe ek aawaaz sunaai de rahi hai' (literally: A sound is giving hearing to me) or more simply 'Main ek aawaaz sun raha hoon' (I am listening to a sound).
'Aawaaz' is a neutral word for any sound or voice. 'Shor' is masculine and specifically means 'noise' or 'uproar', usually something unpleasant or loud.
Use 'Dhwani' in formal, academic, or scientific contexts, such as 'Dhwani pradushan' (noise pollution) or when discussing the physics of sound.
It is a common idiom meaning 'to call out to someone'. For example, 'Maa ne mujhe aawaaz di' means 'Mother called out to me'.
You can say 'Aawaaz badhao' (Increase the sound) or politely 'Kya aap aawaaz thodi badha sakte hain?'
Yes, metaphorically. 'Janata ki aawaaz' means 'The voice/opinion of the public'. It is often used in political contexts.
The plural is 'Aawaazein' (आवाज़ें). For example, 'Prakriti ki aawaazein' (The sounds of nature).
In standard Hindi and Urdu, yes. However, in some regional dialects, people might pronounce it as 'Aawaaj' with a 'j' sound.
It means to lose one's voice or become hoarse, usually due to a cold or shouting too much.
Teste-toi 172 questions
Write a sentence using 'आवाज़ उठाना'.
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Say 'Turn down the volume' in Hindi.
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Listen to the word: 'Aawaaz'. Does it end in 'j' or 'z'?
Translate: 'I can hear the sound of rain.'
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Ask 'Whose voice is this?' in Hindi.
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Identify the noun: 'Mera gala kharab hai, aawaaz nahi nikal rahi.'
Describe your favorite singer's voice in one Hindi sentence.
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Say 'Your voice is breaking' (on a phone call).
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What is the feminine adjective used in 'Meethi aawaaz'?
Write a sentence using 'Aawaaz baith gayi'.
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Say 'I like the sound of the ocean.'
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If someone says 'Aawaaz mat karo', what should you do?
Translate: 'Raise your voice for your rights.'
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Say 'I recognized your voice' in Hindi.
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Listen: 'Gaadi ki aawaaz bahut tez thi.' Was the car quiet or loud?
Write a sentence about a 'scary sound' in Hindi.
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Say 'Please turn up the volume a bit.'
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Listen: 'Aapki aawaaz bahut pyari hai.' Is this a compliment?
Translate: 'The sound of the wind is peaceful.'
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Say 'Speak softly' in Hindi.
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Listen: 'Aawaaz kam karo.' Does the speaker want it louder or quieter?
Write a sentence about 'the voice of the people'.
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Say 'I can't hear anything' in Hindi.
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Listen: 'Aawaaz badhao.' What is the speaker asking for?
Translate: 'Your voice is very familiar.'
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Say 'Don't raise your voice at me.'
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Listen: 'Dheere aawaaz mein baat karo.' What is the instruction?
Translate: 'The Author's voice is unique.'
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Say 'I heard a strange sound at night.'
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Listen: 'Aawaaz baith gayi hai.' Is the person okay to sing?
Translate: 'Turn off the sound.'
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Say 'I can hear your voice clearly now.'
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Listen: 'Aawaaz mat karo, bacha so raha hai.' Why be quiet?
Write a sentence using 'Aawaaz pehchanna'.
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Say 'My voice is tired' in Hindi.
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Listen: 'Aawaaz badhao.' Is the volume going up or down?
Translate: 'I am calling you.' (using Aawaaz)
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Say 'Is my voice coming through?'
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Listen: 'Aawaaz dhimi karo.' Is the speaker annoyed?
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Summary
The word 'आवाज़' (Aawaaz) is your go-to term for anything audible. Whether you are praising a singer's voice, complaining about noise, or asking someone to turn up the TV, this feminine noun is indispensable. Example: 'Aapki aawaaz bahut pyari hai' (Your voice is very lovely).
- Aawaaz means 'voice' or 'sound' in Hindi.
- It is a feminine noun, so use 'aapki' or 'meri'.
- It can mean volume on a phone or TV.
- Common idioms include 'raising a voice' for protest.
Gender Agreement
Always remember 'Aawaaz' is feminine. Use 'aapki', 'meri', 'uski' and adjectives like 'pyari', 'badi', 'saaf'.
The Nuqta Power
The dot under 'ज' in 'आवाज़' makes it a 'z'. Practice the buzzing sound to sound more like a native speaker.
Volume Control
In Hindi, 'sound' and 'volume' are the same word. 'Aawaaz kam karo' is the standard way to say 'turn it down'.
Call Out
Use 'Aawaaz dena' instead of 'Pukarna' for a more natural, everyday way to say you called someone.
Exemple
मुझे तेज़ आवाज़ पसंद नहीं है।
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