अप्रभावी
अप्रभावी en 30 secondes
- Aprabhavi means ineffective or not producing the desired result.
- It is a formal adjective derived from the Sanskrit word 'Prabhav'.
- It is commonly used in medical, legal, and professional contexts.
- It does not change form for gender or number in Hindi.
The Hindi word अप्रभावी (Aprabhavi) is a sophisticated adjective used to describe something that fails to produce the intended result, lacks influence, or is simply powerless in a given situation. Derived from the Sanskrit root 'Prabhav' (influence/power) with the negating prefix 'A-', it literally translates to 'without influence.' In everyday Hindi, you will encounter this word in formal discussions, news reports, medical contexts, and critical evaluations of performance. It is the direct equivalent of the English word 'ineffective.' When a person uses this word, they are often expressing a sense of disappointment or clinical observation that an action, a law, a medicine, or a strategy did not work as expected. Unlike the word 'bekaar' (useless), which can be quite informal and harsh, aprabhavi carries a more objective, formal tone. It suggests that while the effort was made, the outcome was zero or negligible.
- Medical Context
- When a doctor says a treatment is 'aprabhavi', they mean the body is not responding to the medication. It is a common term in clinical studies.
- Legal and Policy Context
- Government policies that fail to reach the masses are often labeled 'aprabhavi' in editorials and political debates.
- Personal Performance
- If a speech fails to move an audience, the orator's style might be described as 'aprabhavi'.
पुराने कानून अब इस समस्या को सुलझाने में अप्रभावी साबित हो रहे हैं। (Old laws are proving to be ineffective in solving this problem.)
Understanding the nuance of 'Aprabhavi' requires looking at its social application. In Indian culture, where indirectness is often valued in formal settings, calling someone's work 'aprabhavi' is a way to provide critical feedback without using derogatory language. It focuses on the result rather than the person. For instance, a manager might tell an employee that their current strategy is 'aprabhavi', suggesting a need for change rather than an inherent lack of skill. This distinction is crucial for learners who wish to navigate professional environments in North India. Furthermore, the word is frequently paired with 'saabit hona' (to prove to be), creating a common phrasal structure: 'aprabhavi saabit hua'.
यह कीटनाशक मच्छरों पर अप्रभावी है। (This pesticide is ineffective on mosquitoes.)
The word also finds its place in academic writing. When discussing historical figures whose influence waned, historians might describe their later years as 'aprabhavi'. It denotes a loss of the 'Prabhav' (aura/power) they once held. In the realm of psychology, one might talk about 'aprabhavi sanchar' (ineffective communication), which refers to the failure to convey a message clearly. Because Hindi is a highly phonetic language, pronouncing 'A-pra-bhaa-vee' correctly—with a slight emphasis on the 'bhaa'—is essential for clarity. The 'A' is a short vowel, while the 'ee' at the end is long, signifying its function as an adjective. This word is a bridge between everyday speech and high-level literary Hindi, making it a must-know for B1 level learners.
विपक्ष के तर्क संसद में अप्रभावी रहे। (The opposition's arguments remained ineffective in Parliament.)
Using अप्रभावी (Aprabhavi) correctly in a sentence involves understanding its role as an adjective that does not change its form based on the gender or number of the noun it describes. Unlike many Hindi adjectives like 'achha' (good) which becomes 'achhi' or 'achhe', 'aprabhavi' remains constant because it ends in 'i' (ee) which is derived from the Sanskrit 'in' suffix. This makes it relatively easy for English speakers to use. You can place it before a noun or after a linking verb. For example, 'aprabhavi dava' (ineffective medicine) or 'dava aprabhavi hai' (the medicine is ineffective). It is most commonly used with abstract nouns like 'tarika' (method), 'niti' (policy), 'prayas' (effort), and 'shabd' (words).
- Before the Noun (Attributive)
- उसने एक अप्रभावी भाषण दिया। (He gave an ineffective speech.)
- After the Noun (Predicative)
- सरकार की नई योजना अप्रभावी रही। (The government's new scheme remained ineffective.)
बिना अभ्यास के कोई भी तकनीक अप्रभावी होती है। (Without practice, any technique is ineffective.)
To emphasize the degree of ineffectiveness, you can pair it with adverbs like 'bilkul' (completely) or 'purnatah' (entirely). For instance, 'Yah dava bilkul aprabhavi hai' (This medicine is completely ineffective). In formal writing, particularly in journalism, you will see the construction 'aprabhavi saabit hona' (to be proven ineffective). This is a standard way to report on the failure of a project or law. Another common usage is in the negative comparison: 'Utna aprabhavi nahi jitna...' (Not as ineffective as...). When you are describing a person's influence, you might say 'Unka vyaktitva aprabhavi tha' (His personality was lacking influence/ineffective), though this is a bit formal; in a more casual setting, you might just say he wasn't impressive.
क्या आपको लगता है कि यह विज्ञापन अप्रभावी है? (Do you think this advertisement is ineffective?)
In a conversational context, if you want to say something didn't work, you might say 'Kaam nahi kiya' (It didn't work). However, using 'Aprabhavi raha' (It remained ineffective) elevates your speech to a B1/B2 level. It shows you have a command over formal vocabulary. For example, 'Meri koshish aprabhavi rahi' (My effort remained ineffective) sounds more poetic and poignant than 'Meri koshish fail ho gayi' (My effort failed). Use it when you want to describe a system-wide failure or a lack of impact in a broad sense. It is also used in sports commentary when a player's strategy or a team's defense fails to stop the opponent: 'Aaj unki bowling bilkul aprabhavi dikhi' (Today their bowling looked completely ineffective).
शिक्षा के बिना लोकतंत्र अप्रभावी हो जाता है। (Democracy becomes ineffective without education.)
You will encounter अप्रभावी (Aprabhavi) in several specific environments in India. The most prominent is the evening news and newspaper editorials. Journalists use it to critique the 'prashasan' (administration) or 'sarkari nitiyan' (government policies). If a new traffic rule doesn't reduce congestion, the headlines will scream that the rule is 'aprabhavi'. Similarly, in the corporate world, during performance reviews or quarterly meetings, managers use this word to describe marketing campaigns or sales strategies that didn't hit the target. It is a professional way to say 'it didn't work'.
- News Headlines
- 'प्रदूषण रोकने के उपाय अप्रभावी' (Measures to stop pollution [are] ineffective).
- Medical Consultations
- A doctor might say, 'Purani medicine ab aprabhavi ho chuki hai' (The old medicine has now become ineffective).
- Cricket Commentary
- Commentators often say, 'Spinners aaj aprabhavi rahe' (The spinners remained ineffective today).
टीवी पर बहस के दौरान विशेषज्ञ ने योजना को अप्रभावी बताया। (During the TV debate, the expert called the scheme ineffective.)
Another place you will hear this word is in educational institutions. Teachers might describe a student's study method as 'aprabhavi' if they are working hard but not getting results. In this context, it is constructive criticism. In Hindi cinema (Bollywood), specifically in courtroom dramas or political thrillers, characters use this word to challenge the validity of evidence or the power of an opponent. 'Aapki dhamkiyan mujh par aprabhavi hain' (Your threats are ineffective on me) is a classic line for a hero or a strong villain. It sounds much more powerful than saying 'I am not scared'.
रेडियो पर चेतावनी दी गई कि यह दवा बच्चों के लिए अप्रभावी हो सकती है। (A warning was given on the radio that this medicine might be ineffective for children.)
Lastly, in the digital age, you might see this word in app reviews or technology blogs. If a software update fails to fix bugs, Hindi tech reviewers will call it 'aprabhavi update'. It’s a versatile word that spans from ancient Sanskrit roots to modern digital complaints. If you are listening to a Hindi podcast about productivity, the host will likely use 'aprabhavi' when discussing 'bad habits' or 'time-wasting techniques'. It is a word that signals an analytical mindset. When you hear it, pay attention to what is being criticized—it is usually a system, a tool, or a method.
सोशल मीडिया पर यह कैंपेन पूरी तरह अप्रभावी रहा। (This campaign was completely ineffective on social media.)
One of the most common mistakes learners make with अप्रभावी (Aprabhavi) is confusing it with 'bekaar' (useless) or 'kharab' (bad). While something 'aprabhavi' is technically 'bekaar' in that specific situation, 'bekaar' is a very broad term that can mean broken, trashy, or unemployed. 'Aprabhavi' is specific to the *lack of effect*. For example, a working pen that has no ink is 'bekaar', but a medicine that doesn't cure a disease is 'aprabhavi'. Using 'bekaar' in a medical or formal context can sound uneducated or overly emotional.
- Mistake: Gender Agreement
- Saying 'Aprabhavini' for feminine nouns. *Correction:* There is no 'Aprabhavini' in modern standard Hindi. It is 'Aprabhavi' for all genders.
- Mistake: Confusing with 'Aksham'
- 'Aksham' means 'incapable' (usually referring to a person's ability), whereas 'Aprabhavi' refers to the result of an action or thing.
गलत: वह आदमी अप्रभावी है। (He is ineffective - sounds like he has no presence). सही: उसकी मेहनत अप्रभावी रही। (His hard work remained ineffective.)
Another mistake is the placement of the word. In English, we often say 'The ineffective medicine'. In Hindi, while you can say 'Aprabhavi dava', it is much more common in natural speech to say 'Dava aprabhavi rahi' (The medicine remained ineffective). Beginners often try to translate 'ineffectively' (adverb) by adding a suffix to 'aprabhavi'. However, Hindi usually uses a phrase like 'aprabhavi dhang se' (in an ineffective manner). Don't try to say 'aprabhavitah'—it sounds archaic and is rarely used in conversation.
सावधान: 'वह अप्रभावी है' (It is ineffective) vs 'वह अप्रभावित है' (He is unaffected).
Finally, learners sometimes use 'Aprabhavi' when they mean 'unsuccessful' (vifal). While they are related, 'vifal' is a binary (success/failure), whereas 'aprabhavi' is a qualitative measure of impact. If a movie doesn't make money, it's 'vifal' (failed). If the movie's message didn't change anyone's mind, it was 'aprabhavi' (ineffective). Understanding this distinction will help you express more complex thoughts in Hindi. Avoid using it for physical objects that are broken; for a broken chair, use 'tooti hui', not 'aprabhavi'. 'Aprabhavi' is for things that are *supposed* to have an influence or effect but don't.
शिक्षक ने कहा कि रटना एक अप्रभावी तरीका है। (The teacher said that rote learning is an ineffective method.)
To truly master Hindi, you need to know the synonyms and subtle alternatives for अप्रभावी (Aprabhavi). Depending on the level of formality and the specific context, you might choose a different word. The most common synonym is असरहीन (Asarheen). 'Asar' means effect/impact, and 'heen' means without. This word is very common in spoken Hindi and is slightly less formal than 'aprabhavi'. If you are talking to a friend about a mosquito coil that isn't working, 'asarheen' is a better choice.
- Asarheen (असरहीन)
- Literally 'without effect'. Used more in daily conversation. 'Yah cream asarheen hai'.
- Nishprabhavi (निष्प्रभावी)
- Very formal/legal. Often used when a law is nullified or a poison is neutralized. 'Zeher ko nishprabhavi kar diya gaya'.
- Vifal (विफल)
- Means 'failed'. Used when the entire attempt was a bust. 'Hamara prayas vifal raha'.
तुलना: असरहीन (Casual) vs अप्रभावी (Formal) vs निष्प्रभावी (Technical).
Another alternative is व्यर्थ (Vyarth), which means 'useless' or 'in vain'. Use 'vyarth' when you feel that time or energy was wasted. 'Meri saari mehnat vyarth gayi' (All my hard work went in vain). While 'aprabhavi' is a clinical description of the result, 'vyarth' carries an emotional weight of wastefulness. In contrast, निरर्थक (Nirarthak) means 'meaningless'. Use this for words or arguments that don't make sense. For example, 'Nirarthak baatein mat karo' (Don't talk meaningless things). Understanding these shades of meaning allows you to be more precise in your Hindi communication.
दवा असरहीन थी, इसलिए डॉक्टर ने दूसरी दवा दी। (The medicine was without effect, so the doctor gave another one.)
Lastly, consider the word बेअसर (Be-asar). This is an Urdu-origin word ('be' is a prefix for 'without') and is extremely common in poetry and Bollywood songs. It sounds more melodic than 'aprabhavi'. 'Meri duaayein be-asar rahi' (My prayers remained without effect). If you want to sound romantic or dramatic, 'be-asar' is your best bet. However, in a science lab or a government office, 'aprabhavi' remains the king. By learning these alternatives, you can tailor your Hindi to the room you are in, whether it's a doctor's office, a friend's house, or a poetry reading.
उसकी धमकियाँ मुझ पर बेअसर हैं। (His threats have no effect on me.)
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The 'bhā' in the middle of the word is related to the English word 'beam' or 'bright', as 'prabhā' also means light or splendor. So, something 'aprabhavi' is literally something that has lost its 'glow' or 'spark'.
Guide de prononciation
- Pronouncing 'A' as 'Ay' like in English 'Ape'. It should be 'u' as in 'up'.
- Missing the aspiration on 'bh', making it sound like 'ab-ra-vi'.
- Shortening the final 'ee' to a quick 'i'.
Niveau de difficulté
Easy to read once you know the 'Pra' and 'Bha' conjuncts.
Requires careful writing of the 'bh' and the 'v' to distinguish them.
The aspirated 'bh' can be tricky for English speakers.
Can be confused with 'Aprabhavit' (unaffected).
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Prérequis
Apprends ensuite
Avancé
Grammaire à connaître
Negation with 'A-' prefix
Prabhavi (Effective) -> Aprabhavi (Ineffective)
Adjective Invariance
Aprabhavi remains the same for masculine/feminine/plural.
Compound Verb 'Saabit Hona'
Yojna aprabhavi saabit hui (The scheme proved ineffective).
Use of 'Raha/Rahi' for duration
Koshish aprabhavi rahi (The effort remained ineffective).
Adverbial formation with 'Roop se'
Aprabhavi roop se (Ineffectively).
Exemples par niveau
यह दवा अप्रभावी है।
This medicine is ineffective.
Subject (Yeh dava) + Adjective (aprabhavi) + Verb (hai).
उसका काम अप्रभावी था।
His work was ineffective.
'Tha' is the past tense of 'hai'.
यह पेन अप्रभावी है।
This pen is ineffective (not working).
'Aprabhavi' describes the quality of the pen.
क्या यह तरीका अप्रभावी है?
Is this method ineffective?
'Kya' at the beginning makes it a question.
मेरा विचार अप्रभावी रहा।
My idea remained ineffective.
'Raha' means 'remained' or 'stayed'.
यह विज्ञापन अप्रभावी है।
This advertisement is ineffective.
Simple present tense.
वह योजना अप्रभावी थी।
That plan was ineffective.
Feminine noun 'yojna' but 'aprabhavi' stays the same.
यह क्रीम अप्रभावी है।
This cream is ineffective.
Common use in consumer goods.
पुलिस की कोशिशें अप्रभावी रहीं।
The police's efforts remained ineffective.
Plural feminine subject 'koshishein' makes the verb 'rahin'.
पुरानी मशीन अब अप्रभावी हो गई है।
The old machine has now become ineffective.
'Ho gayi hai' indicates a change in state.
उसका भाषण बहुत अप्रभावी था।
His speech was very ineffective.
'Bahut' is an intensifier meaning 'very'.
यह नियम इस शहर में अप्रभावी है।
This rule is ineffective in this city.
Locative case 'shahar mein' (in the city).
क्या आपकी दवा अप्रभावी साबित हुई?
Did your medicine prove to be ineffective?
'Saabit hui' is a common phrase meaning 'proved to be'.
बिना पानी के खाद अप्रभावी होती है।
Fertilizer is ineffective without water.
'Bina' means 'without'.
नया कानून अप्रभावी लग रहा है।
The new law seems ineffective.
'Lag raha hai' means 'seems' or 'looks like'.
उसकी सलाह मेरे लिए अप्रभावी थी।
His advice was ineffective for me.
'Mere liye' means 'for me'.
सरकार की आर्थिक नीतियां अप्रभावी साबित हो रही हैं।
The government's economic policies are proving to be ineffective.
Continuous tense 'ho rahi hain'.
प्रदूषण को रोकने के सभी उपाय अप्रभावी रहे।
All measures to stop pollution remained ineffective.
'Sabhi upaye' means 'all measures'.
शिक्षक ने कहा कि यह अध्ययन पद्धति अप्रभावी है।
The teacher said that this study method is ineffective.
Indirect speech using 'ki'.
उसका नेतृत्व संकट के समय अप्रभावी रहा।
His leadership remained ineffective during the time of crisis.
'Sankat ke samay' is a time phrase.
बिना टीम वर्क के कोई भी रणनीति अप्रभावी होती है।
Without teamwork, any strategy is ineffective.
General truth using simple present.
यह कीटनाशक अब इन कीड़ों पर अप्रभावी है।
This pesticide is now ineffective on these insects.
'In keedon par' (on these insects).
उसकी दलीलें अदालत में अप्रभावी रहीं।
His arguments remained ineffective in court.
Plural feminine 'daleelen'.
क्या आपको लगता है कि यह विज्ञापन अभियान अप्रभावी था?
Do you think this advertising campaign was ineffective?
Complex question structure.
भ्रष्टाचार के खिलाफ कड़े कानून भी अप्रभावी साबित हुए हैं।
Even strict laws against corruption have proved to be ineffective.
Use of 'bhi' (even/also) for emphasis.
जब तक जनता जागरूक नहीं होगी, योजनाएं अप्रभावी ही रहेंगी।
As long as the public is not aware, schemes will remain ineffective.
Conditional 'Jab tak... tab tak' (implied).
उसका प्रभावशाली व्यक्तित्व अब राजनीति में अप्रभावी लग रहा है।
His influential personality now seems ineffective in politics.
Contrast between 'prabhavshali' and 'aprabhavi'.
वैज्ञानिकों ने पाया कि पुरानी वैक्सीन नए वायरस पर अप्रभावी है।
Scientists found that the old vaccine is ineffective on the new virus.
Past tense 'paya' (found).
विपक्ष का विरोध सरकार के निर्णय पर अप्रभावी रहा।
The opposition's protest remained ineffective on the government's decision.
Possessive 'Sarkar ke nirnay' (Government's decision).
बिना तकनीकी सहायता के यह प्रक्रिया अत्यंत अप्रभावी है।
Without technical assistance, this process is extremely ineffective.
'Atyant' means 'extremely'.
उसकी माफी उसके किए गए नुकसान के सामने अप्रभावी थी।
His apology was ineffective in the face of the damage he caused.
'Ke saamne' means 'in front of' or 'in the face of'.
यह फिल्म अपनी कमजोर पटकथा के कारण अप्रभावी रही।
This film remained ineffective due to its weak screenplay.
'Ke kaaran' means 'due to'.
वैश्वीकरण के इस दौर में पारंपरिक व्यापारिक मॉडल अप्रभावी हो गए हैं।
In this era of globalization, traditional business models have become ineffective.
Formal vocabulary like 'Vaishvikaran' and 'Paaramparik'.
लेखक का तर्क सामाजिक असमानता को दूर करने में अप्रभावी प्रतीत होता है।
The author's argument appears ineffective in removing social inequality.
'Prateet hota hai' means 'appears to be' (highly formal).
संवादहीनता के कारण कूटनीतिक प्रयास अक्सर अप्रभावी रह जाते हैं।
Due to a lack of communication, diplomatic efforts often remain ineffective.
'Samvadheenata' (lack of dialogue) is a C1 level noun.
शिक्षा प्रणाली में सुधार के बिना केवल बजट बढ़ाना अप्रभावी होगा।
Without reforming the education system, merely increasing the budget will be ineffective.
Future tense 'hoga'.
उसकी वक्तृत्व कला तथ्यों की कमी के कारण अप्रभावी रही।
His oratory skills remained ineffective due to a lack of facts.
'Vaktritva kala' means 'art of oratory'.
यह शोध पत्र बताता है कि वर्तमान कानून अपराध दर कम करने में अप्रभावी हैं।
This research paper states that current laws are ineffective in reducing the crime rate.
Reporting verb 'batata hai'.
मनोवैज्ञानिकों के अनुसार, दंड देना अक्सर दीर्घकालिक रूप से अप्रभावी होता है।
According to psychologists, giving punishment is often ineffective in the long term.
'Deerghkalik roop se' (in the long term).
उसकी आलोचना उसकी अपनी विफलताओं के कारण अप्रभावी हो गई।
His criticism became ineffective because of his own failures.
Reflexive 'apni'.
उत्तर-आधुनिकतावादी विमर्श में सार्वभौमिक सत्य की अवधारणा अप्रभावी मानी जाती है।
In postmodern discourse, the concept of universal truth is considered ineffective.
Extremely academic vocabulary ('Vimarsh', 'Saarvbhaumik').
संस्थागत भ्रष्टाचार के आगे व्यक्तिगत ईमानदारी अक्सर अप्रभावी सिद्ध होती है।
In the face of institutional corruption, individual honesty often proves to be ineffective.
'Ke aage' (in front of/against).
ऐतिहासिक परिप्रेक्ष्य में देखें तो वे सुधार तत्कालीन समाज के लिए अप्रभावी थे।
Looking from a historical perspective, those reforms were ineffective for the society of that time.
'Tatkaleen' (of that time).
इस जटिल दार्शनिक प्रश्न का समाधान खोजने में तर्कशास्त्र अप्रभावी रहा है।
Logic has been ineffective in finding a solution to this complex philosophical question.
'Tarkshastra' (Logic/Philosophy of logic).
जलवायु परिवर्तन की भयावहता के समक्ष वर्तमान वैश्विक प्रयास अत्यंत अप्रभावी हैं।
In the face of the horrors of climate change, current global efforts are extremely ineffective.
'Samaksh' (in the presence of/before).
भाषा की सीमाओं के कारण गहरी संवेदनाओं को व्यक्त करना कभी-कभी अप्रभावी हो जाता है।
Due to the limitations of language, expressing deep emotions sometimes becomes ineffective.
'Seemao' (plural of 'seema' - boundary/limit).
सत्ता के विकेंद्रीकरण के अभाव में जमीनी स्तर पर विकास कार्य अप्रभावी रहते हैं।
In the absence of decentralization of power, development work at the grass-roots level remains ineffective.
'Abhav mein' (in the absence of).
उनकी कूटनीतिक चालें उनके प्रतिद्वंद्वी की दूरदर्शिता के कारण अप्रभावी हो गईं।
Their diplomatic moves became ineffective due to their rival's foresight.
'Door-darshita' (foresight).
Collocations courantes
Phrases Courantes
— To remain without effect or impact over a period of time.
मेरी सारी चेतावनियाँ अप्रभावी रहीं।
— To make something lose its effect or influence.
उसने अपने प्रतिद्वंद्वी की चाल को अप्रभावी बना दिया।
— A very formal way to say 'to be proven ineffective'.
यह प्रयोग अंततः अप्रभावी सिद्ध हुआ।
— In an ineffective manner (adverbial phrase).
उसने बहुत अप्रभावी रूप से अपनी बात रखी।
— Comparatively ineffective.
यह मॉडल पुराने के मुकाबले तुलनात्मक रूप से अप्रभावी है।
— A law that exists but is not enforced or followed.
अप्रभावी कानून समाज के लिए बोझ हैं।
— A solution that doesn't actually solve the problem.
यह समस्या का एक अप्रभावी समाधान है।
— A protest or opposition that carries no weight.
जनता का अप्रभावी विरोध सरकार को नहीं रोक सका।
Souvent confondu avec
Means 'unaffected'. 'He was unaffected by the news' vs 'The news was ineffective'.
Means 'incapable'. Refers to ability, while 'aprabhavi' refers to result.
Means 'failed'. A total failure vs just lacking impact.
Expressions idiomatiques
— An ineffective voice in a place of great noise or power. Similar to being ineffective.
उसकी सलाह वहां नकार खाने में तूती की आवाज़ जैसी अप्रभावी थी।
Literary/Idiomatic— To do something ineffective, like playing a flute to a buffalo who won't understand.
उसे समझाना भैंस के आगे बीन बजाने जैसा अप्रभावी है।
Colloquial— To engage in an ineffective, futile action.
उस भ्रष्ट अधिकारी से बात करना दीवार से सिर टकराने जैसा अप्रभावी है।
Common— To make an ineffective, random effort without a target.
बिना योजना के काम करना हवा में तीर चलाने जैसा अप्रभावी है।
Common— When an effort becomes ineffective and goes to waste.
उसकी सारी मेहनत मिट्टी में मिल गई और अप्रभावी रही।
Common— To make someone's effort ineffective by ruining it.
बारिश ने हमारी सारी तैयारी पर पानी फेर दिया और उसे अप्रभावी बना दिया।
Common— Something that is ineffective or won't work a second time.
झूठ की काठ की हांडी बार-बार नहीं चढ़ती, वह अंततः अप्रभावी होती है।
Proverbial— Something so small that it is ineffective for the requirement.
इतनी बड़ी समस्या के लिए यह छोटा सा फंड ऊँट के मुँह में जीरा जैसा अप्रभावी है।
Common— To try something impossible and thus ineffective.
इस पुराने कंप्यूटर से तेज़ काम की उम्मीद करना बालू से तेल निकालने जैसा अप्रभावी है।
Idiomatic— Working hard but in an ineffective circle without progress.
वह कोल्हू के बैल की तरह मेहनत कर रहा है, पर उसका तरीका अप्रभावी है।
CommonFacile à confondre
Similar sound and same root.
Aprabhavi describes the *thing* that has no effect. Aprabhavit describes the *person* who was not moved or changed by something.
Dava aprabhavi thi (Medicine was ineffective). Wah aprabhavit raha (He was unaffected).
Both are negative qualities of communication.
Aspasht means 'unclear'. Aprabhavi means 'ineffective'. Something can be clear but still ineffective.
Uska sandesh aspasht tha (His message was unclear).
Both mean something doesn't work.
Bekaar is for things that are broken or useless in general. Aprabhavi is for things that fail to have a specific influence.
Yeh raddi kagaz bekaar hai (This scrap paper is useless).
Both imply a lack of power.
Durbal means physically weak. Aprabhavi means lacking in impact or result.
Wah bimaari se durbal ho gaya (He became weak from illness).
Both describe a lack of positive outcome.
Nirarthak means 'meaningless' or 'without purpose'. Aprabhavi means 'without effect'.
Nirarthak shabdon ka prayog na karen (Do not use meaningless words).
Structures de phrases
[Noun] aprabhavi hai.
Dava aprabhavi hai.
[Noun] [Adverb] aprabhavi tha.
Bhashan bahut aprabhavi tha.
[Noun] aprabhavi saabit hua.
Niyam aprabhavi saabit hua.
Jab tak [Condition], tab tak [Noun] aprabhavi rahega.
Jab tak tum mehnat nahi karoge, salah aprabhavi rahegi.
[Abstract Noun] ke abhav mein [Noun] aprabhavi hota hai.
Tathyoon ke abhav mein tark aprabhavi hota hai.
[Complex Context] ke samaksh [Noun] aprabhavi siddh hota hai.
Vigyan ke samaksh chamatkar aprabhavi siddh hote hain.
[Noun] par [Noun] aprabhavi hai.
Keedon par dava aprabhavi hai.
Meri [Effort] aprabhavi rahi.
Meri koshish aprabhavi rahi.
Famille de mots
Noms
Verbes
Adjectifs
Apparenté
Comment l'utiliser
Common in news, health, and professional settings. Less common in casual street slang.
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Using 'Aprabhavi' for a broken physical object.
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Kharaab (Bad/Broken)
Aprabhavi is for lack of influence/result, not physical breakage. A broken chair is not 'aprabhavi', it's 'tooti hui'.
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Adding feminine endings like 'Aprabhavini'.
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Aprabhavi
This adjective is invariable. It does not change based on gender.
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Confusing 'Aprabhavi' with 'Aprabhavit'.
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Aprabhavi (Ineffective) / Aprabhavit (Unaffected)
They sound similar but describe different things: the cause vs. the subject.
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Using 'Aprabhavi' to mean 'bad taste'.
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Beswad (Tasteless)
Aprabhavi is not used for sensory qualities like taste or smell.
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Saying 'Aprabhavitah' for 'ineffectively'.
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Aprabhavi dhang se
Hindi doesn't use the '-tah' suffix commonly for this word in modern speech.
Astuces
Build Word Families
Learn 'Prabhav' (noun) and 'Prabhavi' (adjective) together. This helps you see the logic in Hindi word formation.
The 'Bh' Sound
Place your hand in front of your mouth. You should feel a puff of air when you say 'Bha' in Aprabhavi. If not, you're not aspirating enough!
Adjective Placement
While you can say 'Aprabhavi dava', try saying 'Dava aprabhavi rahi' to sound more like a native speaker describing a result.
Formal Tone
Use 'Aprabhavi' in your Hindi exams or job interviews. It signals that you have reached an intermediate level of literacy.
Check the Result
Before using the word, ask: 'Is there a result that didn't happen?' If yes, 'Aprabhavi' is likely the right word.
Use with 'Saabit'
The phrase 'Aprabhavi saabit hona' is a high-frequency collocation. Use it when writing reports.
Listen for News
Watch Hindi news debates. You will hear this word whenever experts discuss government policies.
The 'A' Rule
The prefix 'A-' in Hindi is almost always a negator. If you see 'A-' before a positive word, it's likely the negative version.
Be Precise
In India, people appreciate precision in formal Hindi. Using 'Aprabhavi' shows you are paying attention to the details of the situation.
Daily Review
Try to think of one 'aprabhavi' thing you saw today. It could be a slow internet connection or a confusing road sign.
Mémorise-le
Moyen mnémotechnique
Think of 'A-Prabha-Vi'. 'A' means 'NOT'. 'Prabha' is a common Indian name meaning 'Light/Glow'. 'Vi' sounds like 'Very'. So, 'NOT very glowing' = Ineffective.
Association visuelle
Imagine a lightbulb with a big red 'X' over it. The lightbulb is trying to turn on (Prabhavi) but it stays dark (Aprabhavi).
Word Web
Défi
Try to find three things in your house today that are 'aprabhavi' (e.g., an old battery, a blunt knife, or a confusing instruction manual) and say 'Yeh [object] aprabhavi hai' out loud.
Origine du mot
Derived from Sanskrit 'अ-' (a-) + 'प्रभाव' (prabhāva) + '-इन्' (-in). The prefix 'a-' is a standard Indo-European negator. 'Prabhāva' comes from 'pra-' (forward/forth) + 'bhū' (to be/become), literally meaning 'to arise or manifest power'.
Sens originel : In Sanskrit, it referred to something lacking 'Tejas' or the inherent power to manifest a change.
Indo-Aryan (Sanskrit origin)Contexte culturel
It is a polite way to criticize. Use it instead of 'bekaar' to avoid sounding rude in professional settings.
English speakers often use 'it doesn't work' for everything. In Hindi, 'aprabhavi' is specifically for things that should have an effect but don't. It's more like 'inefficacious'.
Pratique dans la vie réelle
Contextes réels
Health and Medicine
- Aprabhavi ilaj (Ineffective treatment)
- Dava aprabhavi hai (Medicine is ineffective)
- Aprabhavi parinam (Ineffective result)
- Aprabhavi khuraak (Ineffective dose)
Politics and Law
- Aprabhavi niti (Ineffective policy)
- Aprabhavi kanoon (Ineffective law)
- Aprabhavi netritva (Ineffective leadership)
- Aprabhavi prashasan (Ineffective administration)
Business and Marketing
- Aprabhavi vigyapan (Ineffective ad)
- Aprabhavi ran-niti (Ineffective strategy)
- Aprabhavi sanchar (Ineffective communication)
- Aprabhavi prastuti (Ineffective presentation)
Education
- Aprabhavi shikshan (Ineffective teaching)
- Aprabhavi paddhati (Ineffective method)
- Aprabhavi abhyas (Ineffective practice)
- Aprabhavi seekh (Ineffective learning)
Personal Relationships
- Aprabhavi maafi (Ineffective apology)
- Aprabhavi samjhauna (Ineffective persuasion)
- Aprabhavi gussa (Ineffective anger)
- Aprabhavi salah (Ineffective advice)
Amorces de conversation
"क्या आपको लगता है कि यह नई फिल्म अप्रभावी थी? (Do you think this new movie was ineffective?)"
"इस समस्या के लिए सबसे अप्रभावी तरीका क्या है? (What is the most ineffective way for this problem?)"
"क्या आपकी पुरानी दवा अब अप्रभावी हो गई है? (Has your old medicine become ineffective now?)"
"काम पर अप्रभावी संचार को कैसे ठीक करें? (How to fix ineffective communication at work?)"
"कौन सी सरकारी योजना आपको अप्रभावी लगती है? (Which government scheme do you find ineffective?)"
Sujets d'écriture
आज के दिन का कोई ऐसा काम लिखें जो अप्रभावी रहा और क्यों। (Write about a task today that was ineffective and why.)
अपने जीवन की एक ऐसी घटना बताएं जब आपकी सलाह अप्रभावी रही। (Describe an event in your life when your advice was ineffective.)
क्या आपको लगता है कि सोशल मीडिया प्रदूषण के खिलाफ अप्रभावी है? (Do you think social media is ineffective against pollution?)
एक अप्रभावी नेता के गुणों के बारे में लिखें। (Write about the qualities of an ineffective leader.)
आप अपनी पढ़ाई के अप्रभावी तरीकों को कैसे बदलेंगे? (How will you change your ineffective study methods?)
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNo, 'Aprabhavi' is used for things that are meant to have an influence or effect, like medicine or a speech. For a broken car, use 'kharaab' or 'tooti hui'.
Yes, it is very polite and professional. It is much better to say someone's strategy is 'aprabhavi' than to call it 'bekaar' (useless).
The opposite is 'Prabhavi', which means effective. You can also use 'Asardar' for a more common, everyday alternative.
No, it is an invariable adjective. It stays 'Aprabhavi' for masculine, feminine, singular, and plural nouns.
Use 'Aprabhavi' in formal writing, news reports, or professional meetings. Use 'Asarheen' in casual conversations with friends or family.
While Urdu speakers understand it, they are more likely to use 'Be-asar' or 'Ghair-moassar'. 'Aprabhavi' is specifically Hindi/Sanskrit.
You can, but it usually refers to their influence or personality (e.g., 'Unka vyaktitva aprabhavi tha'). It doesn't mean they are a bad person, just not influential.
Hindi doesn't have a single word for it. You should use the phrase 'aprabhavi dhang se' or 'aprabhavi roop se'.
No, it's too formal for most songs. Songwriters prefer 'Be-asar' because it sounds more poetic and fits the rhythm better.
Only if the food was meant to have a specific effect, like a health supplement. You wouldn't use it to say food tastes bad; use 'swadheen' or 'kharab' instead.
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Write a sentence using 'Aprabhavi' about a medicine.
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Translate: 'The government's plan was ineffective.'
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Use 'Aprabhavi saabit hona' in a sentence.
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Write a sentence about an ineffective speech.
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Translate: 'This pesticide is ineffective on these insects.'
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Compare two things using 'Aprabhavi'.
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Write a formal complaint sentence using 'Aprabhavi'.
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Translate: 'Rote learning is an ineffective method.'
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Write a sentence using 'Purnatah aprabhavi'.
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Translate: 'His efforts were ineffective in the end.'
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Write a sentence about an ineffective law.
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Use 'Aprabhavi' to describe a strategy.
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Translate: 'Why is this method ineffective?'
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Write a sentence using 'Aprabhavi' and 'Netritva' (leadership).
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Translate: 'The opposition's protest was ineffective.'
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Write a sentence about ineffective communication.
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Translate: 'Education makes laws effective, without it they are ineffective.'
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Use 'Aprabhavi' in a sentence about a movie.
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Translate: 'Your threats are ineffective on me.'
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Write a reflective sentence about an ineffective habit.
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Pronounce 'Aprabhavi' correctly, focusing on 'bha'.
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Say: 'This medicine is ineffective.'
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Say: 'My effort was ineffective.'
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Ask: 'Is this method ineffective?'
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Say: 'The law is ineffective.'
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Explain why a medicine might be 'Aprabhavi'.
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Say: 'The speech was very ineffective.'
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Say: 'Without practice, study is ineffective.'
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Say: 'The pesticide is ineffective on ants.'
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Say: 'The advertisement was completely ineffective.'
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Say: 'His leadership is ineffective.'
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Say: 'In my opinion, this rule is ineffective.'
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Say: 'Communication was ineffective during the meeting.'
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Say: 'This is an ineffective way to solve the problem.'
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Say: 'The results remained ineffective.'
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Say: 'Why are these measures ineffective?'
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Say: 'The old system has become ineffective.'
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Say: 'Her criticism was ineffective.'
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Listen and write: 'दवा अप्रभावी है।'
Listen and write: 'योजना अप्रभावी साबित हुई।'
Listen and identify the adjective: 'भाषण अप्रभावी था।'
Listen and identify the noun: 'अप्रभावी कानून हटा दो।'
Listen and translate: 'Koshish aprabhavi rahi.'
Listen and translate: 'Yeh tarika aprabhavi hai.'
Listen for the word 'Aprabhavi' in this sentence: 'Sarkar ki niti prabhavi nahi, aprabhavi hai.'
Listen and write: 'बिना टीम वर्क के रणनीति अप्रभावी होती है।'
Listen and write: 'उसकी सलाह अप्रभावी थी।'
Listen and write: 'यह विज्ञापन पूरी तरह अप्रभावी रहा।'
Listen and translate: 'Dava keedo par aprabhavi hai.'
Listen and identify the subject: 'अप्रभावी नेतृत्व हार का कारण है।'
Listen and write: 'नया कानून अप्रभावी लग रहा है।'
Listen and identify the verb: 'योजना अप्रभावी रही।'
Listen and translate: 'Kya yeh aprabhavi hai?'
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Summary
The word 'Aprabhavi' is your go-to term for professional criticism. It allows you to describe a failure of impact (like an 'ineffective policy' - 'aprabhavi niti') objectively without being rude or informal.
- Aprabhavi means ineffective or not producing the desired result.
- It is a formal adjective derived from the Sanskrit word 'Prabhav'.
- It is commonly used in medical, legal, and professional contexts.
- It does not change form for gender or number in Hindi.
Build Word Families
Learn 'Prabhav' (noun) and 'Prabhavi' (adjective) together. This helps you see the logic in Hindi word formation.
The 'Bh' Sound
Place your hand in front of your mouth. You should feel a puff of air when you say 'Bha' in Aprabhavi. If not, you're not aspirating enough!
Adjective Placement
While you can say 'Aprabhavi dava', try saying 'Dava aprabhavi rahi' to sound more like a native speaker describing a result.
Formal Tone
Use 'Aprabhavi' in your Hindi exams or job interviews. It signals that you have reached an intermediate level of literacy.
Exemple
दुर्भाग्य से, उनकी योजना अप्रभावी साबित हुई।
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