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परभक्षी

parabhakshi
Exemples Notes et astuces परभक्षी en 30 secondes
Explication परभक्षी in your Level:
At the A1 level, you don't really need the word 'परभक्षी' (Parbhakshī). It is too advanced. Instead, you should focus on simple words like 'शेर' (Sher - Lion), 'चीता' (Cheetā - Leopard), and 'शिकारी' (Shikārī - Hunter). If you see 'परभक्षी', just think of it as a fancy way of saying 'an animal that eats other animals.' At this stage, you might only see it in a picture book about animals. Just remember that it starts with 'Par' (other) and 'Bhakshi' (eater). It's a masculine noun. You won't use it in daily conversation like 'I want water' or 'Where is the station?' It's a word for later. But knowing it now gives you a head start on science words in Hindi. Just think: Predator = Parbhakshi.
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At the A2 level, you are beginning to group animals. You know 'पालतू जानवर' (Pets) and 'जंगली जानवर' (Wild animals). 'परभक्षी' (Parbhakshī) is a term used to describe those wild animals that hunt. You might encounter it in a simple sentence like 'Sher ek parbhakshi hai' (The lion is a predator). You should start recognizing the 'bhakshi' part of the word, which comes from 'bhakshan' (to consume). You can use it to describe why a tiger is different from a cow. A cow eats grass (shakahari), but a tiger is a 'parbhakshi'. It’s a good word to add to your vocabulary if you like talking about nature or watching animal videos on YouTube in Hindi.
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At the B1 level, you are becoming more comfortable with formal vocabulary. You can use 'परभक्षी' (Parbhakshī) in school-level essays or when discussing environmental issues. You should understand that this word is more formal than 'shikari'. For example, if you are writing about the 'Food Chain' (खाद्य श्रृंखला), you must use 'परभक्षी' to describe the animals at the top. You are also starting to see how 'bhakshi' can be used in other words, like 'keet-bhakshi' (insectivore). This level is about precision. Instead of saying 'the animal that kills,' you say 'the predator.' You should also be able to use it in the plural form 'परभक्षियों' (parbhakshiyon) when using postpositions like 'se' or 'ko'.
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At the B2 level, you should be using 'परभक्षी' (Parbhakshī) with confidence in both biological and metaphorical contexts. You understand that it’s a Tatsama word and carries a certain formal weight. You can use it to discuss 'predatory pricing' in business or 'social predators' in sociology. You should be able to distinguish it from 'mansahari' (carnivore) and 'shikari' (hunter). You are expected to use this word in debates about wildlife conservation or when analyzing a news report about a leopard attack. Your sentences should be more complex, such as 'The extinction of predators can lead to an overpopulation of herbivores.' This word is essential for reading Hindi newspapers like 'The Hindu' (Hindi version) or 'Jansatta'.
At the C1 level, 'परभक्षी' (Parbhakshī) is a standard part of your academic and professional vocabulary. You use it to explore deep ecological theories or to write critiques of exploitative economic systems. You understand the etymological roots perfectly and can use related words like 'bhakshan' (consumption) or 'parbhakshita' (predation). You can appreciate the word's use in literature to describe a character's predatory nature. You should be able to navigate complex discussions where 'parbhakshi' is used as a nuanced metaphor for power dynamics. You also recognize its presence in legal documents or high-level scientific journals. Your usage is indistinguishable from a native speaker who has had a university education in Hindi.
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At the C2 level, you have a complete mastery of 'परभक्षी' (Parbhakshī). You can use it with poetic flair or scientific exactness. You might use it in a philosophical discussion about the 'predatory nature of time' or in a complex legal argument about 'predatory lending practices.' You are aware of the word's history and its place among other Sanskrit-derived terms. You can switch between 'parbhakshi', 'shikari', and 'hinsak' effortlessly to change the tone of your speech. You might even use the word in creative writing to personify abstract concepts like 'poverty' as a predator. At this level, the word is not just a vocabulary item; it's a tool for sophisticated thought and expression in the Hindi language.
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Exemples Notes et astuces

परभक्षी en 30 secondes

  • Parbhakshi means predator, primarily used in biological and formal Hindi contexts to describe animals that hunt.
  • It is derived from Sanskrit roots 'Para' (other) and 'Bhakshi' (eater), implying one who consumes others.
  • In modern usage, it extends metaphorically to describe exploitative business practices or predatory human behaviors.
  • It is a masculine noun and a high-register alternative to the more common word 'shikari' (hunter).

The Hindi word परभक्षी (Parbhakshī) is a sophisticated noun and adjective primarily used in biological, ecological, and increasingly, metaphorical contexts. At its most literal level, it translates to 'predator.' Derived from the Sanskrit roots 'para' (meaning other) and 'bhaksh' (meaning to eat or consume), the word literally signifies 'one who eats others.' In the natural sciences, it describes an organism that survives by preying upon other organisms. While a child might use the simpler word शिकारी (shikārī) for a hunter, a scientist or a formal news report would favor परभक्षी to describe the ecological role of a species within a food chain. This distinction is crucial for learners moving into the B2 level of Hindi proficiency, as it marks the transition from everyday vocabulary to technical and formal registers.

Biological Context
In ecology, it refers to the apex or intermediate animals that hunt. For example, 'The lion is a top predator' translates to 'शेर एक शीर्ष परभक्षी है।'

पारिस्थितिकी तंत्र में परभक्षी जीवों की संख्या को नियंत्रित करने में महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभाते हैं। (Predators play a crucial role in controlling the population of organisms in an ecosystem.)

Beyond biology, the word has significant metaphorical weight. In modern Hindi literature and journalism, परभक्षी is used to describe predatory behavior in humans—be it in business (predatory pricing), social dynamics, or criminal behavior. It carries a connotation of ruthlessness and a lack of empathy, suggesting that the subject views others merely as 'prey' or resources to be consumed. When you hear this word in a news broadcast regarding economics, it likely refers to 'predatory lending' (परभक्षी ऋण) or companies that aggressively swallow smaller competitors. Understanding this word requires an appreciation for its Sanskrit heritage, which lends it an air of authority and precision that common Urdu-derived synonyms lack.

Metaphorical Label
Used for people who exploit others, such as 'Social Predators' (सामाजिक परभक्षी).

वह व्यापारिक दुनिया का एक परभक्षी माना जाता है। (He is considered a predator of the business world.)

Grammatically, परभक्षी is masculine but can be used as an adjective for both genders. It is often paired with words like जीव (organism), पशु (animal), or व्यवहार (behavior). Its usage is a hallmark of high-level Hindi literacy. For a learner, mastering this word provides a window into how Hindi constructs complex concepts by combining Sanskrit roots, a pattern that repeats across thousands of academic terms. It also allows for a more nuanced discussion of nature, ethics, and power dynamics than simple 'hunter' or 'killer' terms would permit.

Using परभक्षी correctly involves understanding its role as both a noun and an adjective. In a sentence, it often acts as the subject when discussing wildlife. Because it is a Tatsama word (directly from Sanskrit), it pairs best with other formal Hindi words. For instance, instead of saying 'Predator likes meat,' which uses a mix of registers, one would say 'परभक्षी मांस का सेवन करते हैं' (Predators consume meat). This maintains a consistent formal tone.

As a Noun
Example: 'जंगल में कई परभक्षी छिपे हुए हैं।' (Many predators are hidden in the forest.) Here, it functions as the head of the noun phrase.

बाघ एक शक्तिशाली परभक्षी है जो अपने शिकार का पीछा करता है। (The tiger is a powerful predator that chases its prey.)

When used as an adjective, it modifies the noun following it to indicate a predatory nature. This is common in legal and economic contexts. Terms like 'परभक्षी मूल्य निर्धारण' (Predatory pricing) are standard in Hindi business news. In these cases, the word describes the *intent* or *method* of the action rather than the biological nature of the actor. It implies an aggressive strategy designed to eliminate competition or exploit vulnerability.

In Compound Sentences
'यदि परभक्षी लुप्त हो जाएं, तो पारिस्थितिकी संतुलन बिगड़ जाएगा।' (If predators become extinct, the ecological balance will be disturbed.)

Furthermore, the word is often contrasted with भक्ष्य (prey/edible) or शिकार (prey). A common sentence structure in Hindi documentaries is 'परभक्षी और शिकार के बीच का संघर्ष' (The struggle between the predator and the prey). Note that while शिकारी (hunter) implies an active agent with a goal, परभक्षी implies a biological classification or a behavioral trait. Using it correctly demonstrates that you understand the scientific hierarchy of the Hindi language.

You are most likely to encounter परभक्षी in high-quality Hindi media. If you watch dubbed versions of National Geographic, Discovery Channel, or Animal Planet in Hindi, this word will appear in almost every episode. The narrators use it to describe the life cycles of animals like leopards, crocodiles, and eagles. It provides a level of gravitas to the narration that simpler words like 'shikari' cannot provide. In these contexts, it is often paired with adjectives like 'क्रूर' (cruel), 'कुशल' (skilled), or 'प्राकृतिक' (natural).

आज के वृत्तचित्र में हम समुद्र के सबसे बड़े परभक्षी, शार्क के बारे में जानेंगे। (In today's documentary, we will learn about the ocean's largest predator, the shark.)

Another common venue is the Hindi news cycle, specifically during reports on wildlife conservation or human-animal conflict. When a leopard enters a village, the news anchor might use परभक्षी to describe the animal's behavior from a biological standpoint. Additionally, in the editorial pages of newspapers like Dainik Jagran or The Navbharat Times, you will see it used to critique 'predatory' political or economic policies. Here, the word acts as a sharp rhetorical tool to paint an entity as exploitative.

Academic Environment
In Hindi-medium schools and universities, biology textbooks use 'परभक्षी' exclusively to define carnivores that hunt, distinguishing them from scavengers (मार्जक).

Finally, in the realm of psychology and sociology discussions in Hindi, the term परभक्षी व्यक्तित्व (predatory personality) is used to describe individuals with antisocial or exploitative traits. If you attend a seminar or listen to a podcast on mental health or social issues in Hindi, this word might surface when discussing toxic relationships or power imbalances. Its presence indicates a move away from colloquialisms toward a more precise, analytical vocabulary.

One of the most frequent mistakes learners make is confusing परभक्षी (Parbhakshī) with मांसाहारी (Mānsāhārī). While all predators are meat-eaters (carnivores), not all meat-eaters are predators. For example, a vulture is मांसाहारी because it eats meat, but it is a scavenger (मार्जक), not a परभक्षी, because it doesn't usually hunt live prey. Using परभक्षी for a scavenger is a biological inaccuracy that sounds odd to native speakers.

Mistake: Confusing with Hunter
Using 'Parbhakshi' for a human hunter in the woods. Correct term: 'Shikari'. 'Parbhakshi' is for animals or metaphorical human behavior.

गलत: वह जंगल में परभक्षी करने गया है। (Wrong: He went to 'predator' in the forest.)
सही: वह जंगल में शिकार करने गया है। (Right: He went to hunt in the forest.)

Another common error is the misapplication of the word in casual settings. Calling a house cat a परभक्षी while it plays with a toy might sound overly dramatic or 'too academic.' It's like using the word 'predatory organism' when 'kitty' or 'hunter' would suffice in English. Learners often struggle with the 'register' of Hindi words; परभक्षी is high-register. Using it in a low-register conversation can make you sound like a textbook rather than a person.

Lastly, there is a confusion between परभक्षी and परजीवी (Parjīvī - Parasite). A predator kills and eats its prey, whereas a parasite lives on or inside a host without necessarily killing it immediately. In Hindi discussions about social exploitation, these two are often mixed up. Using the wrong one changes the entire nature of the metaphor you are trying to build. A 'predatory' boss is different from a 'parasitic' one.

To truly master परभक्षी, you must understand its synonyms and how they differ in nuance. The most common alternative is शिकारी (Shikārī). While both can mean 'one who hunts,' शिकारी is much more versatile. It can refer to a professional hunter, a hobbyist, or an animal. परभक्षी is strictly for the biological role or the predatory nature. If you are talking about the 'Predator' movie, the title in Hindi is often kept as 'Predator' or translated as 'Shikari,' because 'Parbhakshi' sounds too much like a biology lesson.

Parbhakshi vs. Shikari
'Parbhakshi' is biological/formal; 'Shikari' is general/action-oriented.
Parbhakshi vs. Mansahari
'Parbhakshi' is a hunter; 'Mansahari' is simply a meat-eater (includes scavengers).

तुलना: शेर एक परभक्षी है, जबकि गिद्ध केवल एक मांसाहारी है। (Comparison: The lion is a predator, whereas the vulture is just a carnivore.)

Another related term is हिंसक पशु (Hinsak Pashu), which means 'violent/ferocious animal.' This is used often in news reports to describe wild animals that have attacked humans. It carries a sense of danger and fear that the more clinical परभक्षी does not. If a leopard is loose in a city, the police will warn people about a हिंसक पशु, not a परभक्षी. The latter would sound like they are giving a lecture rather than a warning.

Lastly, consider क्रूर (Krūr), meaning cruel. While not a synonym for predator, it is the most common adjective paired with परभक्षी when describing the harsh reality of nature. Understanding these clusters of words—the scientific, the common, the fearful, and the descriptive—allows you to choose the exact right shade of meaning for your Hindi communication.

How Formal Is It?

Le savais-tu ?

The root 'bhaksh' is also found in the word 'bhakshak' (devourer) and 'bhakshan' (eating). It is a very ancient root that appears in the Vedas.

Guide de prononciation

UK /pəɾ.bʱək.ʂiː/
US /pər.bʱək.ʃi/
Stress is typically on the second syllable 'bhak'.

Niveau de difficulté

Lecture 4/5

Requires knowledge of Sanskrit roots and formal Hindi vocabulary.

Écriture 4/5

Spelling 'ksh' and 'bh' correctly can be tricky for beginners.

Expression orale 3/5

Pronunciation of aspirated 'bh' and 'ksh' needs practice.

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Exemples par niveau

1

शेर एक परभक्षी है।

The lion is a predator.

Simple Subject-Verb-Complement structure.

2

क्या बिल्ली परभक्षी है?

Is the cat a predator?

Interrogative sentence.

3

वह परभक्षी बहुत बड़ा है।

That predator is very big.

Use of demonstrative pronoun 'vah'.

4

जंगल में परभक्षी रहते हैं।

Predators live in the forest.

Present indefinite tense.

5

यह एक छोटा परभक्षी है।

This is a small predator.

Adjective 'chota' modifying 'parbhakshi'.

6

परभक्षी मांस खाते हैं।

Predators eat meat.

Plural subject with plural verb.

7

बाघ एक तेज़ परभक्षी है।

The tiger is a fast predator.

Adjective 'tez' meaning fast.

8

वहाँ एक परभक्षी है।

There is a predator there.

Adverb of place 'vahan'.

1

मगरमच्छ पानी का परभक्षी है।

The crocodile is a predator of the water.

Genitive case 'pani ka'.

2

परभक्षी जानवरों से सावधान रहें।

Be careful of predatory animals.

Imperative sentence with 'savdhan rahen'.

3

ईगल एक आकाश का परभक्षी है।

The eagle is a predator of the sky.

Genitive case 'akash ka'.

4

क्या सभी परभक्षी खतरनाक होते हैं?

Are all predators dangerous?

Generalization using 'sabhi'.

5

परभक्षी अपना खाना खुद शिकार करते हैं।

Predators hunt their own food.

Reflexive pronoun 'apna'.

6

लोमड़ी एक चालाक परभक्षी मानी जाती है।

The fox is considered a clever predator.

Passive-like construction 'mani jati hai'.

7

जंगल का राजा सबसे बड़ा परभक्षी है।

The king of the forest is the biggest predator.

Superlative sense with 'sabse bada'.

8

परभक्षी और शिकार साथ नहीं रहते।

Predator and prey do not live together.

Conjunction 'aur' joining two nouns.

1

खाद्य श्रृंखला में परभक्षी सबसे ऊपर होते हैं।

Predators are at the top of the food chain.

Locative case 'shrrinkhla mein'.

2

वैज्ञानिक परभक्षी जानवरों के व्यवहार का अध्ययन करते हैं।

Scientists study the behavior of predatory animals.

Oblique plural 'janvaron ke'.

3

परभक्षी अपनी तेज़ दृष्टि का उपयोग करते हैं।

Predators use their sharp vision.

Use of 'drishti' (vision).

4

क्या परभक्षी पारिस्थितिकी तंत्र के लिए ज़रूरी हैं?

Are predators necessary for the ecosystem?

Use of 'ke liye' (for).

5

कई परभक्षी रात में शिकार करना पसंद करते हैं।

Many predators prefer to hunt at night.

Infinitive 'shikar karna'.

6

परभक्षियों की कमी से शाकाहारी जीवों की संख्या बढ़ जाती है।

Due to a lack of predators, the number of herbivores increases.

Oblique plural 'parbhakshiyon'.

7

समुद्र के गहरे पानी में भी परभक्षी पाए जाते हैं।

Predators are also found in the deep waters of the sea.

Passive construction 'paye jate hain'.

8

परभक्षी और उनके शिकार के बीच एक संतुलन होता है।

There is a balance between predators and their prey.

Genitive plural 'unke'.

1

परभक्षी ऋण नीतियां गरीबों का शोषण करती हैं।

Predatory lending policies exploit the poor.

Metaphorical usage of 'parbhakshi'.

2

कुछ लोग सामाजिक रूप से परभक्षी व्यवहार दिखाते हैं।

Some people show socially predatory behavior.

Adverbial phrase 'samajik roop se'.

3

परभक्षी और शिकार के बीच का विकासवादी संघर्ष निरंतर है।

The evolutionary struggle between predator and prey is constant.

Complex noun phrase 'vikasvadi sangharsh'.

4

बड़ी कंपनियाँ अक्सर परभक्षी मूल्य निर्धारण का सहारा लेती हैं।

Big companies often resort to predatory pricing.

Compound noun 'mulya nirdharan'.

5

परभक्षी प्रजातियों का संरक्षण जैव विविधता के लिए आवश्यक है।

Conservation of predatory species is essential for biodiversity.

Abstract nouns 'sanrakshan' and 'vividhta'.

6

उसने परभक्षी की तरह अपने प्रतिद्वंद्वी की कमज़ोरी का इंतज़ार किया।

He waited for his opponent's weakness like a predator.

Simile using 'ki tarah'.

7

इंटरनेट पर कई परभक्षी सक्रिय हैं, इसलिए बच्चों को सावधान रहना चाहिए।

Many predators are active on the internet, so children should be careful.

Causal conjunction 'isliye'.

8

परभक्षी जीव अक्सर अपने क्षेत्र की रक्षा के लिए आक्रामक होते हैं।

Predatory organisms are often aggressive to defend their territory.

Purpose clause 'raksha ke liye'.

1

पूंजीवाद के परभक्षी स्वरूप पर कई विद्वानों ने चर्चा की है।

Many scholars have discussed the predatory nature of capitalism.

Complex genitive 'punjivadi ke parbhakshi swaroop'.

2

पारिस्थितिकी तंत्र में शीर्ष परभक्षी की अनुपस्थिति विनाशकारी हो सकती है।

The absence of an apex predator in an ecosystem can be catastrophic.

Use of 'anupsthiti' (absence).

3

उसका परभक्षी व्यक्तित्व उसे समाज से अलग-थलग कर देता है।

His predatory personality isolates him from society.

Compound adjective 'alag-thalag'.

4

परभक्षी मानसिकता वाले लोग अक्सर सहानुभूति की कमी दर्शाते हैं।

People with a predatory mindset often show a lack of empathy.

Adjective-forming suffix '-vale'.

5

सरकार को परभक्षी व्यापारिक प्रथाओं के विरुद्ध कड़े कानून बनाने चाहिए।

The government should make strict laws against predatory business practices.

Postposition 'ke viruddh' (against).

6

साहित्य में परभक्षी को अक्सर शक्ति और निर्दयता के प्रतीक के रूप में देखा जाता है।

In literature, the predator is often seen as a symbol of power and ruthlessness.

Symbolism 'prateek ke roop mein'.

7

परभक्षी और शिकार का सह-विकास एक जटिल जैविक प्रक्रिया है।

The co-evolution of predator and prey is a complex biological process.

Compound noun 'sah-vikas'.

8

शहरी विस्तार ने कई परभक्षियों के प्राकृतिक आवास को नष्ट कर दिया है।

Urban expansion has destroyed the natural habitat of many predators.

Present perfect tense 'nasht kar diya hai'.

1

वैश्विक अर्थव्यवस्था में परभक्षी ऋण का जाल विकासशील देशों को जकड़े हुए है।

In the global economy, the web of predatory debt holds developing nations in its grip.

Metaphorical verb 'jakde hue'.

2

परभक्षी की एकाग्रता और धैर्य से हमें जीवन के कई पाठ सीखने को मिलते हैं।

We can learn many life lessons from the concentration and patience of a predator.

Abstract nouns 'ekagrata' and 'dhairya'.

3

मानवीय महत्वाकांक्षा कभी-कभी परभक्षी रूप धारण कर लेती है, जो सर्वग्राही होती है।

Human ambition sometimes takes on a predatory form, which is all-consuming.

Relative clause 'jo sarvagrahi hoti hai'.

4

परभक्षिता केवल अस्तित्व की लड़ाई नहीं, बल्कि प्रकृति का एक अनिवार्य न्याय है।

Predation is not just a fight for survival, but a mandatory justice of nature.

Negative-contrastive 'nahi, balki'.

5

क्या तकनीक एक परभक्षी की तरह हमारी निजता का भक्षण कर रही है?

Is technology consuming our privacy like a predator?

Rhetorical question with 'bhakshan karna'.

6

परभक्षी के आक्रमण की गति और सटीकता विस्मयकारी होती है।

The speed and precision of a predator's attack are awe-inspiring.

Sanskrit-derived adjectives 'vismayakari'.

7

इतिहास गवाह है कि परभक्षी साम्राज्यों का अंत अक्सर आंतरिक पतन से होता है।

History is witness that the end of predatory empires often comes from internal collapse.

Subordinate clause 'ki... hota hai'.

8

परभक्षी और शिकार का द्वंद्व ही जीवन की निरंतरता का आधार है।

The duel between predator and prey is the very basis of the continuity of life.

Emphatic particle 'hi'.

Collocations courantes

शीर्ष परभक्षी
परभक्षी मूल्य निर्धारण
परभक्षी व्यवहार
प्राकृतिक परभक्षी
परभक्षी ऋण
कुशल परभक्षी
परभक्षी मानसिकता
परभक्षी कीट
परभक्षी पक्षी
परभक्षी और शिकार

Phrases Courantes

परभक्षी की नज़र

— A very sharp and focused gaze, like that of a predator searching for prey.

वह परभक्षी की नज़र से फाइलें देख रहा था।

परभक्षी हमला

— A sudden and aggressive attack, usually without warning.

दुश्मन ने परभक्षी हमला किया।

परभक्षी स्वभाव

— A nature that is aggressive, competitive, or exploitative.

उसका परभक्षी स्वभाव व्यापार में काम आया।

परभक्षी की तरह झपटना

— To pounce or grab something quickly and forcefully.

उसने परभक्षी की तरह अवसर को लपक लिया।

परभक्षी नियंत्रण

— The act of controlling a population through predation.

परभक्षी नियंत्रण से जंगल स्वस्थ रहता है।

सामाजिक परभक्षी

— A person who exploits others in social situations.

सामाजिक परभक्षियों से सावधान रहना चाहिए।

परभक्षी प्रवृत्ति

— Predatory instinct or tendency.

जानवरों में परभक्षी प्रवृत्ति जन्मजात होती है।

परभक्षी पारिस्थितिकी

— The study of how predators interact with their environment.

परभक्षी पारिस्थितिकी एक गहरा विषय है।

परभक्षी प्रजाति

— A species that survives by predation.

शेर एक संरक्षित परभक्षी प्रजाति है।

परभक्षी की चुप्पी

— The ominous silence before a predator strikes.

कमरे में परभक्षी की चुप्पी छाई थी।

Expressions idiomatiques

"भेड़ की खाल में परभक्षी"

— A predator in sheep's clothing; someone dangerous pretending to be innocent.

वह नेता भेड़ की खाल में परभक्षी है।

Metaphorical
"परभक्षी की मुस्कान"

— A scary or threatening smile that suggests one is about to exploit someone.

उसने परभक्षी की मुस्कान के साथ सौदा किया।

Descriptive
"शिकार खुद परभक्षी के पास जाना"

— When the victim unknowingly walks into a trap or towards the oppressor.

बिना सोचे-समझे वहाँ जाना शिकार का खुद परभक्षी के पास जाना था।

Colloquial
"परभक्षी का न्याय"

— A situation where the strong dictate terms to the weak; might is right.

इस कंपनी में केवल परभक्षी का न्याय चलता है।

Sarcastic
"परभक्षी की भूख"

— An insatiable greed or desire for power.

उसकी परभक्षी की भूख कभी शांत नहीं होती।

Literary
"परभक्षी की चाल"

— A very calculated and stealthy move.

उसने परभक्षी की चाल से बाज़ार पर कब्ज़ा किया।

Business
"परभक्षी की गोद में"

— Being in a very dangerous position where one is likely to be exploited.

वह अनजाने में परभक्षी की गोद में जा बैठा।

Metaphorical
"परभक्षी का सन्नाटा"

— The heavy, tense silence before a major conflict.

युद्ध से पहले परभक्षी का सन्नाटा था।

Poetic
"परभक्षी की आँखें"

— Eyes that look for weaknesses or opportunities to strike.

उसकी परभक्षी की आँखें सब कुछ देख रही थीं।

Descriptive
"परभक्षी का अंत"

— The downfall of a powerful but cruel entity.

अत्याचारी राजा का अंत परभक्षी के अंत जैसा हुआ।

Moralistic

Famille de mots

Noms

परभक्षिता (Predation)
भक्षण (Consumption)
भक्षक (Devourer)
भक्ष्य (Prey)

Verbes

भक्षण करना (To devour/consume)

Adjectifs

परभक्षी (Predatory)
भक्षणीय (Edible/Consumable)

Apparenté

शिकारी (Hunter)
मांसाहारी (Carnivore)
हिंसक (Violent)
जीव (Organism)
पारिस्थितिकी (Ecology)
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Mémorise-le

Moyen mnémotechnique

Think of 'PAR' as 'Partner' (someone else) and 'BHAKSHI' as 'Bakes' (eats). A predator 'bakes' its 'partner' (another animal) for dinner! Par-Bhakshi.

Association visuelle

Imagine a tiger (Parbhakshi) with the word written in its stripes, stalking a deer.

Word Web

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Défi

Try to write three sentences about your favorite wild animal using the word 'परभक्षी' instead of 'शिकारी'.

Origine du mot

Derived from Sanskrit, the classical language of India. It is a 'Tatsama' word, meaning it has been adopted into Hindi without change in spelling.

Sens originel : 'Para' (Other) + 'Bhakshi' (One who eats). Thus, 'one who eats others.'

Indo-Aryan

Contexte culturel

Be careful when using this word for people; it is a very strong accusation of being exploitative or dangerous.

In English, 'Predator' has a very strong negative connotation in social contexts (e.g., sexual predator). In Hindi, 'Parbhakshi' can mean this too, but it is more often used in a biological or economic sense.

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