At the A1 level, the word 'प्लम्बर' is a high-frequency vocabulary item because it relates to basic needs and home maintenance. Students learn it as a person who fixes things. The focus is on simple sentences like 'I need a plumber' or 'The plumber is here.' Since it is an English loanword, it is very easy for English speakers to remember. The grammar focus at this level is simply identifying the noun and using it with basic verbs like 'आना' (to come) or 'बुलाना' (to call).
At the A2 level, learners begin to use 'प्लम्बर' in more descriptive contexts. They can describe what the plumber is doing, such as 'fixing a tap' (नल ठीक करना). They also learn to use postpositions like 'को' (to) or 'से' (from/with). For example, 'I spoke to the plumber' (मैंने प्लम्बर से बात की). This level also introduces the concept of professions and the tools associated with them. Learners can now handle basic interactions, like asking for a plumber's phone number or asking about the cost of a repair.
At the B1 level, students can discuss the necessity of plumbing work and schedule appointments. They can explain problems more clearly, such as 'The pipe is leaking, please send a plumber.' They understand the difference between 'प्लम्बर' and related trades like 'इलेक्ट्रीशियन' (electrician). Grammatically, they start using the oblique plural form 'प्लम्बरों' in sentences like 'We need to talk to the plumbers about the project.' They can also use conditional sentences: 'If the plumber doesn't come today, the water will overflow.'
At the B2 level, learners can engage in more complex discussions involving the plumber's work. They can negotiate prices, discuss the quality of materials (pipes, joints, valves), and understand the nuances of the trade in India. They are comfortable with both the common loanword 'प्लम्बर' and the more formal 'नलसाज़'. They can follow instructions given by a plumber or give detailed instructions for a renovation project. Their vocabulary expands to include technical terms like 'लीकेज' (leakage), 'फिटिंग' (fitting), and 'मरम्मत' (repair).
At the C1 level, speakers use 'प्लम्बर' in professional or academic discussions about labor, the construction industry, or urban infrastructure. They can analyze the socio-economic status of plumbers in India and discuss the impact of technology on traditional trades. They are proficient in using the word in complex grammatical structures, including passive voice and relative clauses. They can read news articles about 'plumbing standards' or 'municipal water management' where the term might appear in a broader technical context.
At the C2 level, the speaker has a masterly command of the word and its various connotations. They can use it in literary contexts, metaphors, or high-level professional debates. They understand the etymological roots and the sociolinguistic reasons why the English loanword 'प्लम्बर' dominates over the native 'नलसाज़'. They can navigate any situation involving plumbing—from a minor home repair to managing a large-scale industrial plumbing contract—with native-like fluency and cultural awareness.

प्लम्बर en 30 secondes

  • प्लम्बर (Plumber) is a masculine noun in Hindi used for a professional who fixes pipes.
  • It is a direct loanword from English and is the most common term used in India today.
  • The word is phonetically written in Devanagari as प्लम्बर and follows Hindi grammar rules.
  • Commonly associated with home maintenance, leaks, and water systems in residential areas.

The Hindi word प्लम्बर (pronounced as 'plumber') is a direct loanword from English, used extensively across India to describe a professional who specializes in the installation, repair, and maintenance of water systems, pipes, and drainage. In the linguistic landscape of modern Hindi, particularly in urban and semi-urban environments, the English term has almost entirely supplanted the traditional Hindi/Urdu word नलसाज़ (nalsāz). This phenomenon is common with technical or trade-related vocations introduced or standardized during the colonial and post-colonial periods. When you find a leak in your kitchen sink, or if your bathroom shower stops working, the person you call is the प्लम्बर. The word is masculine in gender and follows the standard rules for masculine nouns ending in a consonant in Hindi.

Professional Context
In India, the प्लम्बर is a vital part of the 'unorganized sector' of labor, though modern service apps have begun to formalize this role. They are responsible for everything from fixing a dripping faucet to laying complex underground sewage lines in new constructions.

क्या आपने प्लम्बर को बुलाया है? (Have you called the plumber?)

The usage of this word reflects the evolving nature of the Hindi language, where English technical terms are integrated seamlessly into everyday conversation. While a formal Hindi dictionary might list नलसाज़, using that word in a local market might actually cause confusion, as 'प्लम्बर' is the universally understood term. It is used in various registers—from a high-society apartment complex manager discussing plumbing blueprints to a street-side vendor talking about a broken pipe. The versatility of the word lies in its phonetic simplicity and its direct association with modern infrastructure.

Social Context
In many Indian households, the relationship with a local प्लम्बर is often long-standing. People keep the 'number' of their regular plumber saved in their phones, often referred to as 'Plumber Bhai' (Brother Plumber) as a sign of familiarity and respect for their essential service.

मेरा भाई एक कुशल प्लम्बर है। (My brother is a skilled plumber.)

Using the word प्लम्बर in a sentence requires an understanding of basic Hindi sentence structure (Subject-Object-Verb). Since it is a noun denoting a profession, it often appears as the subject of an action or the object of a request. Because it is a loanword, it does not change its form in the direct singular or plural, but it does change in the oblique case (when followed by a postposition like 'ko', 'se', 'ka').

Direct Case Usage
When the plumber is performing an action: 'प्लम्बर नल ठीक कर रहा है' (The plumber is fixing the tap). Here, 'प्लम्बर' is the subject.

आज प्लम्बर छुट्टी पर है। (The plumber is on leave today.)

When you need to use a postposition, the word might take an 'o' (ओं) suffix in the plural. For example, 'प्लम्बरों को बुलाओ' (Call the plumbers). However, in the singular oblique, it remains 'प्लम्बर'. For example, 'प्लम्बर से पूछो' (Ask the plumber). It is important to note that in spoken Hindi, people often use English verbs alongside it, such as 'Plumber ko call karo' (Call the plumber) instead of the more formal 'Plumber ko bulao'.

Possessive Usage
To talk about the plumber's tools: 'प्लम्बर का औज़ार' (Plumber's tool). Note that 'ka' changes to 'ke' or 'ki' depending on the gender and number of the object possessed.

प्लम्बर की फीस बहुत ज़्यादा है। (The plumber's fee is very high.)

In contemporary India, you will hear प्लम्बर in almost every residential and commercial setting. If you live in an apartment complex (society), the word is frequently used in WhatsApp groups when residents discuss maintenance issues. 'Does anyone have a plumber's number?' is a staple question in these digital communities. You will also hear it in hardware stores when purchasing pipes or faucets, where the shopkeeper might ask, 'Will you install it yourself or should I send a plumber?'

Urban Service Industry
In advertisements for home-service apps like Urban Company or Housejoy, the word 'प्लम्बर' is used prominently. These platforms have standardized the pricing and services associated with plumbing in major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bangalore.

सोसायटी के प्लम्बर को सूचित कर दिया गया है। (The society plumber has been informed.)

Interestingly, while the word is English, the pronunciation in rural or semi-urban areas might vary slightly, sometimes sounding like 'p-lum-ber' with a very distinct 'p' and 'l' sound, or sometimes even 'palam-bar' in local dialects. However, the meaning remains unchanged. You will also hear it in Bollywood movies or TV shows depicting middle-class life, where a 'leaking pipe' is a common trope for household stress. The word has become so native that it is no longer perceived as 'foreign' by the average speaker.

One of the most common mistakes learners make is attempting to 'Hindi-ize' the word too much or, conversely, failing to apply Hindi grammar to it. Since प्लम्बर is a loanword, learners often forget that it still needs to follow Hindi postposition rules. For instance, saying 'Plumber ka call karo' is incorrect; it should be 'Plumber ko call karo' because you are directing the action toward the person.

Gender Confusion
In Hindi, all nouns have gender. 'प्लम्बर' is masculine. Learners sometimes use feminine adjectives or verbs with it if they are used to languages where professions are gender-neutral or if they are referring to a female plumber (though rare in India). Always use masculine forms: 'प्लम्बर आया है' (The plumber has come), not 'आई है'.

गलत: प्लम्बर अच्छी है। (Wrong: The plumber is good - feminine)
सही: प्लम्बर अच्छा है। (Right: The plumber is good - masculine)

Another mistake involves the pronunciation of the 'b'. In English, the 'b' in 'plumber' is silent. However, in Hindi, when the word is written as 'प्लम्बर', the 'ब' (b) is often pronounced clearly. Learners who use the silent English 'b' might not be understood as easily by a local who is used to the phonetic Hindi pronunciation. Additionally, don't confuse 'प्लम्बर' with 'इलेक्ट्रीशियन' (electrician); while they often work together on construction sites, their roles are distinct.

While प्लम्बर is the most common term, there are a few alternatives and related terms that a learner should be aware of to sound more natural or to understand formal documents. The primary alternative is the traditional Hindi word, but there are also slang terms and related professions.

प्लम्बर vs. नलसाज़ (Nalsāz)
'नलसाज़' is the pure Hindi/Urdu term. 'Nal' means tap/pipe, and 'sāz' denotes a maker or fixer. While technically correct, it is rarely used in daily conversation. You might see it on a government job application or in a formal textbook.
प्लम्बर vs. मिस्त्री (Mistri)
'मिस्त्री' is a general term for a skilled technician or mechanic. People often call a plumber 'प्लम्बर मिस्त्री' to clarify that he is a skilled tradesman. 'मिस्त्री' alone could also mean a mason or a carpenter, so context is key.

वह एक अनुभवी मिस्त्री है। (He is an experienced technician/mechanic.)

Another term you might encounter is 'नलवाला' (nal-wala). The suffix '-wala' denotes a person associated with something. While 'नलवाला' is very colloquial and slightly informal, it is widely understood. However, 'प्लम्बर' remains the preferred term in professional and urban contexts. Knowing these variations helps in navigating different social strata in India.

How Formal Is It?

Le savais-tu ?

Even though pipes are no longer made of lead, we still use the term 'plumber' which literally means 'lead-worker'. In Hindi, the word has become so common that many speakers don't even realize it's English.

Guide de prononciation

UK /ˈplʌm.ər/
US /ˈplʌm.ər/
The stress is on the first syllable: PLUM-ber.
Rime avec
Number (नम्बर) Slumber Cumber Lumber Somber Encumber Cucumber Chamber (approximate)
Erreurs fréquentes
  • Pronouncing the 'b' in Hindi (Plum-ber) is common and accepted in India.
  • Adding an extra vowel sound like 'Palam-bar'.
  • Using a 'ph' sound instead of 'p'.
  • Misplacing the stress on the second syllable.
  • Mixing up the 'l' and 'r' sounds in some regional dialects.

Niveau de difficulté

Lecture 1/5

Very easy as it is a phonetic transliteration of an English word.

Écriture 2/5

Requires knowledge of conjunct consonants (प्ल).

Expression orale 1/5

English speakers will find it natural to pronounce.

Écoute 1/5

Easily recognizable in conversation.

Quoi apprendre ensuite

Prérequis

नल (Tap) पानी (Water) काम (Work) आना (To come) ठीक (Correct/Fix)

Apprends ensuite

इलेक्ट्रीशियन (Electrician) बढ़ई (Carpenter) मिस्त्री (Mason/Technician) मरम्मत (Repair) औज़ार (Tools)

Avancé

जल-निकासी (Drainage) पाइपलाइन (Pipeline) अनुबंध (Contract) मज़दूरी (Wages) कारीगरी (Craftsmanship)

Grammaire à connaître

Loanword Gender

English loanwords for professions are usually masculine in Hindi (e.g., Plumber, Doctor, Driver).

Oblique Case with 'Ko'

Plumber ko bulao (Call the plumber).

Possessive Agreement

Plumber ki fees (fees is feminine), Plumber ka kaam (kaam is masculine).

Compound Verbs

Theek karna (to fix) is a common compound verb used with professions.

Pluralization of Loanwords

Most English loanwords ending in a consonant don't change in the direct plural.

Exemples par niveau

1

प्लम्बर कहाँ है?

Where is the plumber?

Simple interrogative sentence using 'kahan' (where).

2

प्लम्बर आ गया।

The plumber has arrived.

Past tense of 'aana' (to come).

3

यह प्लम्बर है।

This is a plumber.

Basic demonstrative sentence.

4

प्लम्बर को बुलाओ।

Call the plumber.

Imperative sentence using 'ko' postposition.

5

प्लम्बर काम कर रहा है।

The plumber is working.

Present continuous tense.

6

क्या वह प्लम्बर है?

Is he a plumber?

Yes/No question format.

7

प्लम्बर अच्छा है।

The plumber is good.

Adjective-noun agreement (masculine).

8

मुझे प्लम्बर चाहिए।

I need a plumber.

Using 'chahiye' for requirement.

1

प्लम्बर कल सुबह आएगा।

The plumber will come tomorrow morning.

Future tense 'aayega'.

2

प्लम्बर ने नल ठीक कर दिया।

The plumber fixed the tap.

Perfective tense with 'ne' ergative marker.

3

क्या आपके पास प्लम्बर का नंबर है?

Do you have the plumber's number?

Possessive 'ka' with 'paas' construction.

4

प्लम्बर पाइप बदल रहा है।

The plumber is changing the pipe.

Present continuous tense.

5

प्लम्बर को पैसे दे दो।

Give money to the plumber.

Indirect object with 'ko'.

6

प्लम्बर बहुत देर से काम कर रहा है।

The plumber has been working for a long time.

Time duration 'se' with continuous tense.

7

हमें एक नया प्लम्बर ढूँढना होगा।

We will have to find a new plumber.

Compulsion/Necessity in future 'hoga'.

8

प्लम्बर अपने औज़ार भूल गया।

The plumber forgot his tools.

Reflexive pronoun 'apne'.

1

अगर प्लम्बर नहीं आया, तो पानी भर जाएगा।

If the plumber doesn't come, water will fill up.

Conditional sentence 'agar... toh'.

2

प्लम्बर ने कहा कि पाइप बहुत पुराना है।

The plumber said that the pipe is very old.

Indirect speech using 'ki'.

3

मैं प्लम्बर के आने का इंतज़ार कर रहा हूँ।

I am waiting for the plumber's arrival.

Wait construction 'ka intezar karna'.

4

प्लम्बर को बुलाना ज़रूरी है क्योंकि लीकेज बढ़ रही है।

It is necessary to call the plumber because the leakage is increasing.

Complex sentence with 'kyunki' (because).

5

क्या प्लम्बर ने सारा कचरा साफ कर दिया?

Did the plumber clean up all the mess?

Interrogative perfective.

6

पिछले प्लम्बर ने काम ठीक से नहीं किया था।

The previous plumber had not done the work properly.

Past perfect tense.

7

प्लम्बर के साथ उसका सहायक भी आया है।

An assistant has also come with the plumber.

Postposition 'ke saath'.

8

प्लम्बर को अपनी फीस के बारे में पहले बताना चाहिए था।

The plumber should have told about his fee earlier.

Should have 'chahiye tha'.

1

प्लम्बर ने पूरी बिल्डिंग की पाइपलाइन की जांच की।

The plumber inspected the pipeline of the entire building.

Compound noun 'pipeline'.

2

जैसे ही प्लम्बर आया, मैंने उसे समस्या समझाई।

As soon as the plumber arrived, I explained the problem to him.

Correlative 'jaise hi... waise hi'.

3

प्लम्बर का मानना है कि दीवार के अंदर लीकेज है।

The plumber believes that there is a leak inside the wall.

Expressing opinion 'ka manna hai'.

4

भले ही वह प्लम्बर है, लेकिन उसे बिजली का काम भी आता है।

Even though he is a plumber, he also knows electrical work.

Concessive clause 'bhale hi... lekin'.

5

प्लम्बर ने आश्वासन दिया कि कल तक सब ठीक हो जाएगा।

The plumber assured that everything will be fixed by tomorrow.

Formal verb 'aashwasan dena'.

6

बिना प्लम्बर के हम इस समस्या को हल नहीं कर सकते।

We cannot solve this problem without a plumber.

Postposition 'bina' with 'ke'.

7

प्लम्बर ने काम के लिए कुछ नए पुर्ज़े खरीदने की सलाह दी।

The plumber advised buying some new parts for the work.

Gerundial noun 'khareedne'.

8

वह शहर का सबसे भरोसेमंद प्लम्बर माना जाता है।

He is considered the most reliable plumber in the city.

Passive construction 'maana jaata hai'.

1

प्लम्बर की कार्यकुशलता पर ही पूरी इमारत की जल निकासी व्यवस्था निर्भर करती है।

The entire drainage system of the building depends on the plumber's efficiency.

Abstract noun 'karyakushalata'.

2

हालांकि प्लम्बर ने मरम्मत कर दी थी, फिर भी सीलन की समस्या बनी रही।

Although the plumber had done the repair, the dampness problem persisted.

Complex contrast 'halaki... phir bhi'.

3

प्लम्बरों के संघ ने अपनी मांगों को लेकर हड़ताल की घोषणा की है।

The plumbers' union has announced a strike regarding their demands.

Oblique plural 'plumberon'.

4

एक कुशल प्लम्बर को आधुनिक तकनीकों और उपकरणों का ज्ञान होना अनिवार्य है।

It is mandatory for a skilled plumber to have knowledge of modern techniques and tools.

Formal requirement 'anivarya'.

5

प्लम्बर द्वारा की गई लापरवाही के कारण भारी आर्थिक नुकसान हुआ।

Due to the negligence committed by the plumber, heavy financial loss occurred.

Agentive 'dwara'.

6

शहर में प्लम्बरों की कमी के कारण सेवाओं की कीमतें आसमान छू रही हैं।

Due to the shortage of plumbers in the city, the prices of services are skyrocketing.

Idiomatic expression 'aasman chuna'.

7

प्लम्बर ने जिस सूक्ष्मता से काम किया, वह काबिले तारीफ है।

The precision with which the plumber worked is praiseworthy.

Relative clause 'jis... vah'.

8

नए नियमों के तहत, हर प्लम्बर को लाइसेंस प्राप्त करना आवश्यक होगा।

Under the new rules, it will be necessary for every plumber to obtain a license.

Legalistic 'ke tahet'.

1

प्लम्बर की भूमिका को अक्सर कम करके आंका जाता है, जबकि वे शहरी स्वच्छता के आधार स्तंभ हैं।

The role of the plumber is often underestimated, while they are the pillars of urban sanitation.

Complex philosophical statement.

2

प्लम्बर और ग्राहक के बीच का विश्वास ही सेवा उद्योग की सफलता का मूल मंत्र है।

The trust between a plumber and a customer is the core mantra of the service industry's success.

Compound noun 'mool mantra'.

3

आधुनिक वास्तुकला में प्लम्बर की विशेषज्ञता के बिना किसी भी परियोजना की कल्पना करना असंभव है।

In modern architecture, it is impossible to imagine any project without the plumber's expertise.

Formal 'kalpana karna' (to imagine).

4

प्लम्बरों के श्रम का उचित मूल्यांकन न होना एक गंभीर सामाजिक विसंगति है।

The lack of proper evaluation of plumbers' labor is a serious social anomaly.

Social commentary tone.

5

प्लम्बर द्वारा प्रयुक्त सामग्री की गुणवत्ता पर दीर्घकालिक टिकाऊपन निर्भर करता है।

The long-term durability depends on the quality of the materials used by the plumber.

Technical 'tikaupan' (durability).

6

चाहे वह प्लम्बर हो या इंजीनियर, हर पेशेवर का अपना एक विशिष्ट महत्व होता है।

Whether it be a plumber or an engineer, every professional has their own specific importance.

Correlative 'chahe... ya'.

7

प्लम्बर की कार्यशैली में आए बदलावों ने इस पेशे को एक नई पहचान दी है।

The changes in the plumber's working style have given this profession a new identity.

Evolutionary context 'badlav'.

8

प्लम्बरों की विशेषज्ञता ने ही हमें भीषण जल संकट के दौरान वैकल्पिक समाधान प्रदान किए।

It was the expertise of plumbers that provided us with alternative solutions during the severe water crisis.

Focusing particle 'hi'.

Synonymes

नलसाज़ मिस्त्री नलवाला कारीगर तकनीशियन मैकेनिक हेल्पर वर्कर

Antonymes

ग्राहक मालिक अकुशल श्रमिक इलेक्ट्रीशियन

Collocations courantes

प्लम्बर बुलाना
कुशल प्लम्बर
प्लम्बर का औज़ार
प्लम्बर की फीस
सरकारी प्लम्बर
सोसायटी का प्लम्बर
प्लम्बर ढूँढना
प्लम्बर का काम
अनुभवी प्लम्बर
प्लम्बर को पैसे देना

Phrases Courantes

प्लम्बर को फोन करो

— Call the plumber (on the phone). Used when a leak is discovered.

नल टपक रहा है, प्लम्बर को फोन करो।

कोई अच्छा प्लम्बर पता है?

— Do you know any good plumber? Used when asking for recommendations.

भाई, क्या तुम्हें कोई अच्छा प्लम्बर पता है?

प्लम्बर कब आएगा?

— When will the plumber come? A common question asked to maintenance staff.

मैंने सुबह फोन किया था, प्लम्बर कब आएगा?

प्लम्बर ने कितना लिया?

— How much did the plumber charge? Used when discussing repair costs.

इस छोटे से काम के लिए प्लम्बर ने कितना लिया?

प्लम्बर अभी व्यस्त है

— The plumber is busy right now. Common excuse given by service providers.

प्लम्बर अभी व्यस्त है, वह कल आएगा।

प्लम्बर का काम चल रहा है

— Plumbing work is in progress. Used at construction sites.

ऊपर वाली मंजिल पर प्लम्बर का काम चल रहा है।

प्लम्बर को बुलाना पड़ेगा

— Will have to call a plumber. Used when a DIY fix fails.

यह खुद ठीक नहीं होगा, प्लम्बर को बुलाना पड़ेगा।

प्लम्बर की दुकान

— Plumber's shop (usually a hardware store that provides service).

नुक्कड़ पर प्लम्बर की दुकान है।

प्लम्बर ठीक से काम नहीं करता

— The plumber doesn't work properly. A common complaint.

यह प्लम्बर ठीक से काम नहीं करता, दूसरा बुलाओ।

प्लम्बर आ रहा है

— The plumber is coming. An update given to household members.

चिंता मत करो, प्लम्बर आ रहा है।

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प्लम्बर vs बढ़ई (Carpenter)

Both are household trades, but one works with wood and the other with water pipes.

प्लम्बर vs नलसाज़

Same meaning, but learners might think they are different professions.

प्लम्बर vs इलेक्ट्रीशियन

Often confused by beginners who just know 'maintenance person'.

Expressions idiomatiques

"नल खुला छोड़ना"

— To leave the tap open. Often the reason why a plumber is needed.

उसने नल खुला छोड़ दिया और पूरा घर भर गया।

Common
"पानी की तरह पैसा बहाना"

— To waste money like water. Sometimes used when plumber fees are too high.

घर की मरम्मत में मैंने पानी की तरह पैसा बहाया।

Colloquial
"सिर पर बैठना"

— To supervise someone very closely. Often done with plumbers to ensure they work well.

प्लम्बर के सिर पर बैठना पड़ता है, तभी वह काम करता है।

Informal
"हाथ बँटाना"

— To help out. Used when someone helps the plumber.

मैंने प्लम्बर के काम में हाथ बँटाया।

Neutral
"काम तमाम करना"

— To finish the job (or sometimes to ruin something).

प्लम्बर ने एक घंटे में काम तमाम कर दिया।

Slang/Informal
"नाक में दम करना"

— To bother someone a lot. Used if a plumber keeps delaying.

इस प्लम्बर ने मेरी नाक में दम कर दिया है।

Common
"लोहे के चने चबाना"

— To do a very difficult task. Used for complex plumbing repairs.

पुरानी पाइपलाइन ठीक करना लोहे के चने चबाने जैसा है।

Literary/Idiomatic
"पसीना बहाना"

— To work very hard. Plumbers often sweat while working.

प्लम्बर ने कड़ी धूप में पसीना बहाया।

Neutral
"दो कौड़ी का काम"

— Worthless or low-quality work.

प्लम्बर ने दो कौड़ी का काम किया है, फिर से पानी टपक रहा है।

Informal/Derogatory
"गाँठ बाँधना"

— To remember something firmly. Like a plumber tying a knot/joint.

यह बात गाँठ बाँध लो कि प्लम्बर को एडवांस पैसे नहीं देने।

Common

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प्लम्बर vs नम्बर (Number)

Sounds phonetically similar to 'Plumber'.

Number refers to a digit/phone number; Plumber is a profession.

प्लम्बर का नम्बर दो (Give the plumber's number).

प्लम्बर vs लम्बर (Lumber)

Rhymes perfectly.

Lumber refers to wood/timber (not common in Hindi, but used in English).

वह लकड़ी (lumber) का काम नहीं करता, वह प्लम्बर है।

Structures de phrases

A1

[Subject] [Noun] hai.

Vah plumber hai.

A2

[Subject] [Noun] ko [Verb].

Main plumber ko bulaunga.

B1

[Noun] ne [Object] [Verb].

Plumber ne nal theek kiya.

B2

Agar [Condition], toh [Noun] [Verb].

Agar nal toot gaya, toh plumber aayega.

C1

[Noun] dwara [Action] kiya gaya.

Plumber dwara kaam poora kiya gaya.

C2

[Noun] ki [Abstract Noun] [Verb].

Plumber ki kushalata dekhne layak thi.

Famille de mots

Noms

प्लम्बिंग (Plumbing) - The trade or system.
नलसाज़ी (Nalsāzī) - The traditional word for plumbing.
नल (Nal) - Tap/Pipe.
मिस्त्री (Mistri) - Technician.

Verbes

प्लम्बिंग करना (Plumbing karna) - To do plumbing.
ठीक करना (Theek karna) - To fix.
मरम्मत करना (Marammat karna) - To repair.

Adjectifs

प्लम्बिंग-संबंधी (Plumbing-sambandhi) - Related to plumbing.

Apparenté

पाइप (Pipe)
नल (Tap)
लीकेज (Leakage)
रिंच (Wrench)
वाशर (Washer)

Comment l'utiliser

frequency

Extremely common in urban Hindi.

Erreurs courantes
  • Plumber aayi hai. Plumber aaya hai.

    Plumber is masculine, so the verb must be 'aaya'.

  • Main plumber ka phone kiya. Maine plumber ko phone kiya.

    Use 'ko' for the person you are calling, and 'maine' for the past tense subject.

Astuces

Using Postpositions

Always remember to use 'ko' when calling or giving something to a plumber. 'Plumber ko bulao' is the correct way to say 'Call the plumber'.

Politeness

Adding 'Ji' after the word (Plumber-ji) makes you sound very polite and respectful towards the worker.

Mémorise-le

Moyen mnémotechnique

Think of a 'Plum' falling into a 'Bear's' mouth through a pipe. Plum-Bear sounds like Plumber. Imagine the bear fixing the pipe to get more plums.

Association visuelle

Visualize a man with a wrench (रिंच) standing next to a leaking silver pipe. The word 'प्लम्बर' is written on his blue shirt.

Word Web

Water Pipe Tap Repair Wrench Leak Bathroom Kitchen

Défi

Try to find 3 things in your house that a प्लम्बर would fix and name them in Hindi (e.g., Nal, Pipe, Sink).

Origine du mot

Derived from the English word 'plumber', which entered Hindi during the British colonial era. The English word itself comes from the Old French 'plombier', which is derived from the Latin 'plumbum', meaning 'lead'.

Sens originel : A worker of lead (because pipes were historically made of lead).

Indo-European (via English loanword).

Contexte culturel

Always address a plumber with respect. Using terms like 'Bhai' (Brother) or 'Plumber Ji' is culturally appropriate and ensures better service.

In English-speaking countries, plumbers are often highly regulated and licensed professionals with high hourly rates. In India, the profession is becoming more regulated but remains more informal.

Super Mario (The world's most famous plumber, known in India too). The 'Plumber' character in various Bollywood comedy scenes (often a source of slapstick humor). Urban Company ads featuring professional plumbers in uniforms.

Pratique dans la vie réelle

Contextes réels

At Home

  • नल टपक रहा है।
  • पाइप फट गया है।
  • टंकी भर गई है।
  • प्लम्बर को बुलाओ।

At a Hardware Store

  • क्या आपके पास प्लम्बर है?
  • यह पाइप कितने का है?
  • प्लम्बर कब खाली होगा?
  • मुझे फिटिंग करवानी है।

In a Housing Society

  • सोसायटी का प्लम्बर कहाँ है?
  • शिकायत दर्ज कर दी है।
  • पानी की सप्लाई बंद है।
  • प्लम्बर का नंबर नोटिस बोर्ड पर है।

During Construction

  • प्लम्बर का काम बाकी है।
  • नक्शा प्लम्बर को दिखाओ।
  • पाइपलाइन बिछानी है।
  • प्लम्बरों की टीम चाहिए।

Negotiating Fees

  • इतने पैसे क्यों?
  • थोड़ा कम करो।
  • काम में कितना समय लगेगा?
  • गारंटी क्या है?

Amorces de conversation

"क्या आप किसी अच्छे प्लम्बर को जानते हैं?"

"आपके घर में प्लम्बर कब आया था?"

"क्या प्लम्बर ने काम ठीक से किया?"

"प्लम्बर की फीस आजकल कितनी है?"

"क्या आपको प्लम्बिंग का काम आता है?"

Sujets d'écriture

आज मेरे घर एक प्लम्बर आया और उसने...

अगर मैं एक दिन के लिए प्लम्बर होता, तो मैं क्या करता?

मेरे घर की पाइपलाइन में एक समस्या है, मुझे प्लम्बर को कैसे समझाना चाहिए?

प्लम्बर और इलेक्ट्रीशियन के काम में क्या अंतर है?

शहर में प्लम्बरों की क्या अहमियत है?

Questions fréquentes

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It is a masculine noun. In Hindi, almost all professions that are loanwords from English are treated as masculine by default. For example, 'प्लम्बर आया' (The plumber came) uses the masculine verb form.

Yes, 'प्लम्बर' is widely understood even in rural areas due to the spread of television and mobile phones. However, in very remote areas, you might also hear 'नलवाला'.

You would say: 'प्लम्बर पाइप ठीक कर रहा है।' (Plumber pipe theek kar raha hai).

The traditional word is 'नलसाज़' (Nalsāz), but it is mostly used in formal writing or government job titles.

In the direct case, it stays 'प्लम्बर'. In the oblique case (with postpositions), it becomes 'प्लम्बरों'. For example: 'दो प्लम्बर' (Two plumbers) but 'प्लम्बरों को' (To the plumbers).

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writing

Write 'The plumber is here' in Hindi.

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Write 'Call the plumber tomorrow' in Hindi.

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Translate: 'The plumber is busy today, he will come on Monday.'

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Listen and identify the profession: 'मेरे घर की टंकी से पानी गिर रहा है, मुझे उसे बुलाना है।' Who is 'use' referring to?

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writing

Write a short note (2 sentences) about why we need a plumber.

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Translate: 'The plumber's negligence caused a major leak.'

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speaking

Explain the importance of a plumber in urban life.

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Write a paragraph on 'The evolution of plumbing in India'.

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writing

Translate: 'I am a plumber.'

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writing

Write 'Where is the plumber's shop?' in Hindi.

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listening

If someone says 'Plumber ko bulao', what should you do?

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writing

Translate: 'The plumber says the whole system needs to be changed.'

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Write about the challenges faced by plumbers in India.

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speaking

How would you negotiate with a plumber?

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writing

Compare 'Plumber' and 'Nalsaz' in terms of usage.

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writing

Write 'The plumber is here' in Hindi.

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writing

Write 'Call the plumber tomorrow' in Hindi.

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writing

Translate: 'The plumber is busy today, he will come on Monday.'

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listening

Listen and identify the profession: 'मेरे घर की टंकी से पानी गिर रहा है, मुझे उसे बुलाना है।' Who is 'use' referring to?

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writing

Write a short note (2 sentences) about why we need a plumber.

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writing

Translate: 'The plumber's negligence caused a major leak.'

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speaking

Explain the importance of a plumber in urban life.

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writing

Compare 'Plumber' and 'Nalsaz' in terms of usage.

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