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Explication पर्ची in your Level:

At the A1 level, you should learn 'Parchi' as a simple word for a 'small piece of paper'. Think of it as the thing you use to write a shopping list or a phone number. It is a feminine noun, so you use 'meri parchi' (my slip). At this stage, just focus on the physical object: a small paper you can hold in your hand. You will see it in shops and at home. It is one of the first words you will use when doing basic errands like buying milk or vegetables, as the shopkeeper might give you a 'parchi' with the total price written on it.

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At the A2 level, you begin to see 'Parchi' in specific social settings. You will use it to refer to a 'receipt' or a 'doctor's prescription'. You should be able to form simple sentences like 'Doctor ne parchi likhi' (The doctor wrote the slip). You will also encounter it in public transport or parking, where a 'parking parchi' is given to you. Understanding that 'parchi' is the standard way to ask for a record of a small transaction is key. You should also start noticing that it's a feminine noun and ensure your adjectives like 'chhoti' (small) or 'purani' (old) match it.

At the B1 level, you should understand the functional role of 'Parchi' in Indian bureaucracy and daily systems. It isn't just a piece of paper; it's often a 'token' or an 'authorization'. For example, a 'voter parchi' is what allows you to find your name at a polling station. You should be comfortable using the plural 'parchiyan' and the oblique form 'parchiyon'. You might also use it to describe passing notes in a classroom or an office. Your sentences should become more descriptive, such as 'Maine us parchi par apna naam likha' (I wrote my name on that slip).

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At the B2 level, you can explore the idiomatic and slightly more abstract uses of 'Parchi'. You might hear about the 'parchi system' in politics or job hiring, which refers to the practice of using a recommendation slip (often from someone influential) to get things done. This is a common social critique in South Asia. You should be able to discuss the difference between a 'formal receipt' (rashid) and an 'informal slip' (parchi) and explain why one might be used over the other in different economic contexts. You can also use it in more complex grammatical structures, such as passive voice: 'Parchi kho jaane ki wajah se mujhe dikkat hui' (I faced trouble because the slip was lost).

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At the C1 level, you should have a nuanced grasp of 'Parchi' as it appears in literature, news, and complex social discourse. You can use it to describe the transience of information or the 'paper-trail' of informal economies. You might analyze how the 'parchi' acts as a tool of the common man against—or within—large bureaucratic machines. You should be able to use synonyms like 'purza' or 'chit' with precision, knowing exactly which one fits the poetic or formal tone of your speech. Your vocabulary should include compound words and specific phrases like 'sifarishi parchi' (recommendation slip).

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At the C2 level, you master the socio-linguistic history of the word. You understand its Persian roots and how it evolved in the Hindustani context. You can use 'Parchi' metaphorically to describe any small, fragile, yet significant piece of evidence or memory. You are aware of the legal implications of a 'parchi' in court cases involving informal lending or 'hawala' transactions. Your usage is indistinguishable from a native speaker, including the ability to use it in puns, wordplay, or high-level political satire regarding 'parchi-mafia' or administrative inefficiencies. You understand the word not just as a noun, but as a symbol of South Asian daily life.

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पर्ची en 30 secondes

Parchi means a small slip of paper or receipt.
It is a feminine noun in Hindi (meri parchi).
Commonly used for doctor's prescriptions and grocery lists.
Can also colloquially mean a recommendation note for a job.

The Hindi word पर्ची (Parchī) is a ubiquitous term in the daily life of Hindi speakers, primarily referring to a small slip or piece of paper. At its most basic level, it denotes any fragment of paper used for writing a brief note, but its functional meaning extends far beyond that. In the bustling markets of Delhi or the quiet clinics of Kerala, a 'parchi' is the physical manifestation of an instruction, a record, or a right. It is a feminine noun, derived from the Persian word 'parcha', which originally meant a piece or a fragment, often of cloth, but in the context of South Asian administration and commerce, it transitioned into the realm of stationery.

The Commercial Context: When you buy groceries at a local 'kirana' store, the shopkeeper might scribble the prices on a small scrap of paper. This is your parchi. It serves as an informal receipt or a bill. Unlike a formal 'rashid' (receipt), a parchi is often handwritten and temporary.

दुकानदार ने सामान की पर्ची बना दी। (The shopkeeper made a slip for the items.)

Beyond commerce, the word is deeply embedded in the medical system. When a doctor writes a prescription, patients rarely call it a 'prescription' (nuskha) in casual conversation; they call it the 'doctor ki parchi'. This slip of paper is the key to obtaining medicine from a pharmacist. Similarly, in the world of bureaucracy and elections, a 'parchi' refers to the voter slip that identifies your serial number in the electoral roll. The word carries a sense of utility and transience; it is something you hold onto until the transaction is complete, after which it is often discarded. It represents a micro-interaction—a brief exchange of information captured on a small surface.

The Educational Context: In schools, students might pass 'parchiyan' (plural) to each other to communicate secretly. It also refers to the small chits students might use for cheating, though 'farra' is a more specific slang for that. Generally, any small note passed between people is a parchi.

उसने मुझे एक गुप्त पर्ची थमा दी। (He handed me a secret note.)

In summary, 'parchi' is a versatile word that bridges the gap between formal documentation and informal notes. Whether it is a laundry slip, a parking ticket, a grocery list, or a doctor's order, if it is small and made of paper, it is likely a parchi. Understanding this word is essential for navigating daily errands in any Hindi-speaking region, as you will be asked for or given a parchi multiple times a day.

Using पर्ची (Parchī) correctly requires an understanding of its gender and its role as a direct or indirect object in a sentence. Since it is a feminine noun, any adjectives or verbs associated with it must reflect this gender. For example, you would say 'lambī parchi' (long slip) rather than 'lamba parchi'. The plural form is 'parchiyan' (पर्चियाँ), used when referring to multiple slips or notes. In this section, we will explore the grammatical nuances and various sentence structures where this word appears.

Possessive Constructions: When indicating who the slip belongs to or what it is for, use the possessive marker 'ki' (feminine). Example: 'Doctor ki parchi' (The doctor's slip/prescription) or 'Ration ki parchi' (The ration slip).

क्या आपके पास अस्पताल की पर्ची है? (Do you have the hospital slip?)

The word is often used with verbs like 'katna' (to cut/issue), 'likhna' (to write), or 'dena' (to give). In a commercial setting, 'parchi katna' refers to the act of issuing a receipt or a ticket. If a traffic policeman stops you, he might 'parchi kaat' (issue a fine slip). This usage is idiomatic and very common in North India. You might also hear 'parchi nikalna', which means to draw a slip, often used in the context of a lucky draw or a lottery where names are written on small pieces of paper and picked randomly.

Complex Sentences: In more complex scenarios, 'parchi' can be the subject of a passive sentence. 'Parchi kho gayi hai' (The slip has been lost). Here, 'kho gayi' agrees with the feminine gender of 'parchi'.

मैंने अपनी जेब में हाथ डाला तो वह पर्ची वहीं थी। (When I put my hand in my pocket, that slip was right there.)

Finally, consider the use of 'parchi' in imperative sentences. 'Mujhe parchi dikhao' (Show me the slip). This is a standard request at checkposts, hospital counters, or billing desks. By mastering these patterns, you can comfortably use 'parchi' in almost any situational context in India, from the most mundane shopping trip to a critical visit to a government office.

To truly understand पर्ची (Parchī), one must step into the environments where it is most frequently uttered. The word is a staple of the 'everyday vernacular' in India, Pakistan, and other Hindi-Urdu speaking regions. It is less about formal literature and more about the mechanics of daily survival and social interaction. If you are standing in a long queue at a government hospital, the most common sound you will hear is the rustle of papers and the repetitive query for the 'parchi'.

At the Government Office: In bureaucratic settings, a 'parchi' is often the gatekeeper. You might hear a clerk say, 'Pehle parchi banwa kar aao' (First go and get a slip made). This refers to the registration slip required before any official work can begin. Without that small piece of paper, you essentially do not exist in the system's eyes for that day.

लाइन में लगो और अपनी पर्ची का इंतज़ार करो। (Stand in line and wait for your slip.)

In the realm of local politics and elections, 'parchi' takes on a very specific meaning. During election season, political workers distribute 'voter parchiyan' to households. These slips contain the voter's name and polling booth details. You will hear neighbors asking each other, 'Kya tumhari parchi aa gayi?' (Has your [voter] slip arrived?). Here, the word is synonymous with the right to vote. Furthermore, in some darker contexts, 'parchi' is used to refer to 'parchi system'—a colloquial term for nepotism or getting a job through a recommendation note rather than merit. You might hear a frustrated job seeker complain, 'Wahan toh sirf parchi chalti hai' (Only slips/recommendations work there).

In the Kitchen and Home: At home, a mother might give her child a 'saaman ki parchi' (grocery list) to take to the store. In this domestic setting, the word is gentle and organizational. It represents the planning of a meal or the management of household needs.

माँ ने मुझे सब्ज़ियों की पर्ची थमा दी। (Mother handed me the vegetable list slip.)

In conclusion, 'parchi' is heard in the clatter of the marketplace, the sterile halls of hospitals, the dusty corridors of power, and the warmth of the home. It is a word that connects the physical world of paper to the social world of transactions and relationships.

Learning to use पर्ची (Parchī) involves navigating a few common pitfalls that English speakers often encounter. The first and most frequent mistake is related to grammatical gender. Because 'paper' (kaagaz) is masculine in Hindi, many learners assume 'parchi' is also masculine. They might say 'Mera parchi' (My slip - masculine) instead of the correct 'Meri parchi' (My slip - feminine). This error is immediately noticeable to native speakers and can change the flow of the sentence.

Gender Mismatch: Mistake: 'Ek bada parchi dena.' (Give a big slip - masculine). Correct: 'Ek barī parchi dena.' (Give a big slip - feminine). Always remember the 'ee' ending in 'parchi' is a strong indicator of its feminine nature.

गलत: वह पर्ची खो गया। सही: वह पर्ची खो गई। (The slip is lost.)

Another common mistake is confusing 'parchi' with 'rashid'. While both can mean receipt, 'rashid' is a more formal, often printed document used for financial accounting (like a tax receipt or a formal bill). Using 'parchi' for a high-value official transaction might sound a bit too informal. Conversely, calling a small handwritten note a 'rashid' would sound overly formal and slightly odd. It’s important to match the word to the level of formality of the document.

Pluralization Errors: Learners often forget to change the ending when pluralizing. They might say 'do parchi' instead of 'do parchiyan'. While 'do parchi' is sometimes heard in very fast colloquial speech, 'parchiyan' is the grammatically correct form for plural objects.

मेरे पास बहुत सारी पर्चियाँ जमा हो गई हैं। (I have collected many slips.)

Lastly, avoid using 'parchi' to mean a whole sheet of paper or a book. For a full sheet, use 'panna' or 'kaagaz'. For a book, use 'kitaab'. 'Parchi' is strictly for small pieces or slips. Using it for a large document would be a semantic error. By keeping these distinctions in mind—gender, formality, pluralization, and size—you will use 'parchi' like a native speaker.

While पर्ची (Parchī) is a very common word, Hindi offers several alternatives depending on the specific type of paper or the context of the interaction. Understanding these synonyms and related words will help you refine your vocabulary and choose the most precise term for the situation. The most direct synonyms are often related to the function the paper serves.

रसीद (Rashīd) vs. पर्ची: 'Rashid' specifically means a receipt. While a parchi can be a receipt, a rashid is always a receipt and usually more official. If you pay your rent, you get a 'rashid'. If you buy a tea, you might get a 'parchi'.

किराए की रसीद संभाल कर रखना। (Keep the rent receipt safely.)

Another word is 'Chit' (चिट), which is actually the root of the English word 'chit'. In Hindi, 'chit' refers to a small note or a scrap of paper, very similar to 'parchi'. However, 'chit' is often used in the context of games (like 'Chits of paper' in a game of charades) or secret notes. 'Parchi' is more common in commercial and medical contexts. Then there is 'Kagaz' (काग़ज़), the general word for paper. If you just need any paper to write on, you ask for 'kagaz'. If you want a specific small piece for a specific purpose, you ask for 'parchi'.

पुर्जा (Purzā): 'Purza' is an older, slightly more formal or literary word for a slip of paper or a part of a machine. You might find it in classical literature or among older speakers. It has a slightly more 'fragmented' feel than parchi.

उसने एक छोटे से पुर्जे पर अपना पता लिखा। (He wrote his address on a small slip/scrap.)

In summary, choose 'Parchi' for everyday slips, 'Rashid' for formal receipts, 'Chit' for notes or game pieces, and 'Kagaz' for general paper. For prescriptions, 'Parchi' is the colloquial king, while 'Nuskha' remains the formal standard. Mastering these distinctions will make your Hindi sound nuanced and contextually appropriate.

How Formal Is It?

Le savais-tu ?

The English word 'parcel' and 'particle' share a distant conceptual ancestor in the idea of a 'piece' or 'part', just like 'parchi' comes from 'parcha' (piece).

Guide de prononciation

UK /pəɾ.tʃiː/

US /pər.tʃi/

The stress is slightly on the first syllable 'par', but the final 'chi' is held longer.

Rime avec

Karchi (Ladle) Mirchi (Chili) Barchi (Spear) Garmi (Heat - slant rhyme) Mochi (Cobbler) Dharti (Earth) Murti (Statue) Basti (Settlement)

Erreurs fréquentes

Pronouncing 'p' with too much air (aspirated).
Making the 'r' too heavy like an American 'r'.
Shortening the final 'ee' sound to a quick 'i'.

Niveau de difficulté

Lecture 2/5

Easy to read, common characters.

Écriture 3/5

The half 'ch' and 'i' vowel require some practice.

Expression orale 2/5

Simple two-syllable word.

Écoute 2/5

Distinctive sound, easy to pick up in conversation.

Quoi apprendre ensuite

Prérequis

Kagaz Likhna Dena Chhota Dukan

Apprends ensuite

Rashid Dastavez Kanooni Sifarish

Avancé

Avedan Panjikaran Prashasan

Grammaire à connaître

Feminine Nouns ending in 'i'

Words like Parchi, Ladki, and Kursi follow similar pluralization rules (ending in -iyan).

Possessive marker 'ki'

Use 'ki' because Parchi is feminine (Ram ki parchi).

Oblique Plural

When a postposition follows, 'parchiyan' becomes 'parchiyon' (In parchiyon ko dekho).

Adjective Agreement

Adjectives must end in 'i' (Chhoti parchi, lambi parchi).

Verb Agreement

Verbs in the past tense agree with the object if 'ne' is used (Usne parchi di).

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Exemples par niveau

यह मेरी पर्ची है।

This is my slip.

Feminine singular 'yeh' and 'meri'.

एक पर्ची दो।

Give one slip.

Imperative 'do' (give).

पर्ची कहाँ है?

Where is the slip?

Interrogative 'kahan'.

पर्ची पर लिखो।

Write on the slip.

Postposition 'par' (on).

यह छोटी पर्ची है।

This is a small slip.

Adjective 'chhoti' matches feminine 'parchi'.

पर्ची सफेद है।

The slip is white.

Color adjective 'safed'.

क्या यह आपकी पर्ची है?

Is this your slip?

Possessive 'aapki' (your).

मुझे पर्ची चाहिए।

I need a slip.

Verb 'chahiye' (need).

डॉक्टर ने दवा की पर्ची दी।

The doctor gave a medicine slip.

Compound noun 'dawa ki parchi'.

सामान की पर्ची दिखाओ।

Show the grocery slip.

Imperative 'dikhao' (show).

पर्ची पर अपना नाम लिखिये।

Please write your name on the slip.

Polite imperative 'likhiye'.

यह पार्किंग की पर्ची है।

This is the parking slip.

Possessive 'parking ki'.

पर्ची खो मत देना।

Don't lose the slip.

Negative imperative 'kho mat dena'.

दूधवाले ने पर्ची दी।

The milkman gave a slip.

Subject 'dudhwale' with ergative 'ne'.

पर्ची जेब में रखो।

Put the slip in your pocket.

Locative 'jeb mein' (in pocket).

क्या आपके पास रसीद या पर्ची है?

Do you have a receipt or a slip?

Conjunction 'ya' (or).

वोटर पर्ची के बिना वोट नहीं डाल सकते।

You cannot vote without a voter slip.

Postpositional phrase 'ke bina' (without).

उसने सारी पर्चियाँ डस्टबिन में डाल दीं।

He threw all the slips in the dustbin.

Plural 'parchiyan' becomes 'parchiyon' in oblique before 'mein' is incorrect here; it's direct object plural 'parchiyan'.

अस्पताल की पर्ची काउंटर पर जमा करें।

Submit the hospital slip at the counter.

Formal imperative 'jama karein'.

पर्ची पर नंबर साफ़ नहीं दिख रहा।

The number on the slip is not clearly visible.

Negative progressive 'nahin dikh raha'.

क्या आपने बिजली बिल की पर्ची देखी?

Did you see the electricity bill slip?

Perfect tense 'dekhi' agreeing with feminine 'parchi'.

उसने मुझे चुपके से एक पर्ची थमाई।

He secretly handed me a slip.

Adverb 'chupke se' (secretly).

लॉटरी की पर्ची में मेरा नाम निकला।

My name came up in the lottery slip.

Locative 'parchi mein'.

पर्चियों को संभाल कर रखना चाहिए।

Slips should be kept carefully.

Oblique plural 'parchiyon' with postposition 'ko'.

आजकल सरकारी दफ्तरों में बिना पर्ची के काम नहीं होता।

Nowadays, work doesn't happen in government offices without a slip (recommendation).

Double meaning of 'parchi' (receipt vs recommendation).

डॉक्टर की पर्ची के बिना मेडिकल स्टोर वाले दवा नहीं देते।

Pharmacists don't give medicine without a doctor's slip.

Conditional sense.

उसने अपनी जेब से एक मुड़ी-तुड़ी पर्ची निकाली।

He took out a crumpled slip from his pocket.

Compound adjective 'mudi-tudi' (crumpled).

पर्ची कटवाने के लिए आपको लंबी लाइन में लगना होगा।

You will have to stand in a long line to get the slip issued.

Causative verb 'katwane' (to get issued).

क्या यह पर्ची इस महीने के राशन की है?

Is this slip for this month's ration?

Demonstrative 'yeh' and possessive 'ki'.

उसने पर्ची पर कुछ कोड लिखे थे जो मुझे समझ नहीं आए।

He had written some codes on the slip that I didn't understand.

Relative clause 'jo mujhe...'.

पुलिस ने चालान की पर्ची मेरे हाथ में थमा दी।

The police handed the fine slip to me.

Specific term 'chalan ki parchi'.

पर्ची पर दी गई जानकारी अधूरी थी।

The information given on the slip was incomplete.

Past participle 'di gayi' (given).

भ्रष्टाचार के इस दौर में 'पर्ची' ही असली योग्यता बन गई है।

In this era of corruption, the 'recommendation slip' has become the real merit.

Metaphorical usage.

इतिहास के पन्नों में वह एक मामूली पर्ची की तरह खो गया।

He was lost in the pages of history like an ordinary slip of paper.

Simile using 'ki tarah'.

उसने अपनी वसीयत एक छोटी सी पर्ची पर लिखकर छोड़ दी थी।

He had left his will written on a tiny slip of paper.

Focus on the irony of a small paper holding great value.

प्रशासन ने नई पर्ची प्रणाली लागू करने का निर्णय लिया है।

The administration has decided to implement a new slip/token system.

Formal noun 'pranali' (system).

उसकी जेब से मिली पर्ची ने पूरे मामले को नया मोड़ दे दिया।

The slip found in his pocket gave a new turn to the whole case.

Subject 'mili parchi' (found slip).

क्या आप इस पर्ची की प्रामाणिकता की पुष्टि कर सकते हैं?

Can you confirm the authenticity of this slip?

High-level vocabulary like 'pramanikta' (authenticity).

पर्चियों के इस ढेर में काम की चीज़ ढूँढना नामुमकिन है।

It is impossible to find something useful in this pile of slips.

Oblique plural 'parchiyon'.

उसने अपनी भावनाओं को एक पर्ची पर उतार दिया।

He poured his emotions onto a slip of paper.

Idiomatic 'utar dena' (to express/pour out).

वह पर्ची मात्र कागज़ का टुकड़ा नहीं, बल्कि एक युग का दस्तावेज़ थी।

That slip was not just a piece of paper, but a document of an era.

Contrastive 'nahin... balki' (not... but).

सत्ता के गलियारों में 'पर्ची' का प्रभाव आज भी कम नहीं हुआ है।

In the corridors of power, the influence of the 'recommendation slip' has not diminished even today.

Political metaphor.

उसने बड़ी बारीकी से उस जालसाज़ पर्ची का विश्लेषण किया।

He analyzed that forged slip with great detail.

Adverbial 'bariqi se' (minutely).

पर्ची पर अंकित शब्द उसके भविष्य का फैसला करने वाले थे।

The words inscribed on the slip were to decide his future.

Formal 'ankit' (inscribed).

इस छोटी सी पर्ची में निहित संदेश अत्यंत गंभीर था।

The message contained in this tiny slip was extremely serious.

Formal 'nihit' (contained/inherent).

उसने अपनी पहचान छिपाने के लिए पर्ची को जलाकर राख कर दिया।

To hide his identity, he burnt the slip to ashes.

Purpose clause 'chipane ke liye'.

न्यायालय ने उस पर्ची को मुख्य साक्ष्य के रूप में स्वीकार किया।

The court accepted that slip as primary evidence.

Legal terminology 'mukhya saakshya' (primary evidence).

पर्चियों के माध्यम से सूचना का आदान-प्रदान एक पुरानी परंपरा है।

The exchange of information through slips is an old tradition.

Formal 'madhyam se' (through the medium of).

Collocations courantes

डॉक्टर की पर्ची

वोटर पर्ची

पार्किंग पर्ची

सामान की पर्ची

रसीद की पर्ची

लॉटरी की पर्ची

पर्ची काटना

पर्ची बनाना

पर्ची फेंकना

पर्ची निकलना

Phrases Courantes

पर्ची सिस्टम

— Referring to nepotism or getting jobs via recommendation notes.

यहाँ पर्ची सिस्टम चलता है।

पर्ची हाथ में थमाना

— To hand someone a slip, often unexpectedly.

उसने चुपके से पर्ची थमा दी।

पर्ची पर नाम आना

— To be selected via a draw.

लॉटरी की पर्ची पर उसका नाम आया।

पर्ची फाड़ना

— To tear a slip, or figuratively to issue a fine.

पुलिस ने चालान की पर्ची फाड़ दी।

पर्ची गुम होना

— Losing the slip.

पर्ची गुम होने से बड़ी परेशानी हुई।

पर्ची दिखाना

— Showing the slip for verification.

गेट पर पर्ची दिखानी पड़ती है।

पर्ची भरना

— Filling out a small form/slip.

बैंक में जमा पर्ची भरनी पड़ती है।

पर्ची संभालना

— Taking care of the slip.

अपनी पर्ची संभाल कर रखो।

पर्ची का खेल

— A game involving picking slips.

आओ पर्ची का खेल खेलें।

पर्ची वाली नौकरी

— A job obtained through recommendation rather than merit.

उसे पर्ची वाली नौकरी मिली है।

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पर्ची vs Rashid

Rashid is a formal receipt; Parchi is any small slip.

पर्ची vs Kagaz

Kagaz is generic paper; Parchi is a specific small piece.

पर्ची vs Chit

Chit is usually for notes/games; Parchi is more functional (bills/prescriptions).

Expressions idiomatiques

"पर्ची चलना"

— To have influence or recommendation work in one's favor.

आजकल बिना पर्ची चले काम नहीं होता।

Colloquial

"पर्ची कटना"

— To be fined or to have one's turn come (sometimes negatively).

आज तो तुम्हारी पर्ची कट कर रहेगी।

Slang

"पर्ची में नाम होना"

— To be destined or selected.

शायद पर्ची में मेरा ही नाम था।

Informal

"पर्ची फेंक कर मारना"

— To give something dismissively or with attitude.

उसने दुकानदार पर पर्ची फेंक कर मारी।

Informal

"पर्ची का मोहताज"

— Dependent on a small piece of paper/authorization.

हम सब एक पर्ची के मोहताज हैं।

Literary

"पर्ची से काम निकालना"

— To get work done using a recommendation slip.

उसने अपनी पर्ची से काम निकाल लिया।

Informal

"पर्ची पर किस्मत"

— Luck based on a draw.

उसकी किस्मत एक पर्ची पर टिकी थी।

Metaphorical

"पर्ची लहराना"

— To show a slip triumphantly or as proof.

उसने जीत की पर्ची लहराई।

Descriptive

"पर्ची दबाना"

— To hide or suppress a note/receipt.

उसने सबूत वाली पर्ची दबा ली।

Informal

"पर्ची का चक्कर"

— The hassle of getting and keeping slips.

ये सरकारी पर्ची का चक्कर बहुत बुरा है।

Colloquial

Facile à confondre

पर्ची vs Parcha

Similar sound.

Parcha can mean a question paper or a newspaper/pamphlet (masculine), while Parchi is a small slip (feminine).

Imtihan ka parcha mushkil tha (The exam paper was hard).

पर्ची vs Parchi

Gender.

Often confused as masculine because 'Kagaz' is masculine.

Meri parchi (Correct) vs Mera parchi (Incorrect).

पर्ची vs Purza

Similar meaning.

Purza is more literary or refers to a machine part; Parchi is everyday usage.

Machine ka purza toot gaya.

पर्ची vs Nuskha

Contextual overlap.

Nuskha is the actual medical formula/prescription; Parchi is the physical slip it's written on.

Dadi ka nuskha (Grandma's remedy).

पर्ची vs Ticket

Functional overlap.

Ticket is for travel/entry; Parchi is for records/notes.

Bus ki ticket.

Structures de phrases

Yeh [noun] ki parchi hai.

Yeh doodh ki parchi hai.

Mujhe [noun] ki parchi chahiye.

Mujhe dawai ki parchi chahiye.

Kya aapne [adjective] parchi dekhi?

Kya aapne woh purani parchi dekhi?

Agar parchi kho gayi toh [consequence].

Agar parchi kho gayi toh fine bharna padega.

[Noun] parchi ke sahare [verb].

Woh sifarishi parchi ke sahare naukri paa gaya.

Parchi ki ehmiyat [context] mein samajh aati hai.

Parchi ki ehmiyat election ke waqt samajh aati hai.

Parchi par [noun] likha hai.

Parchi par mera naam likha hai.

Parchi ko [adverb] rakho.

Parchi ko sambhaal kar rakho.

Famille de mots

Noms

Parchi (Slip)

Parchiyan (Slips)

Verbes

Parchi banana (To make a slip)

Parchi katna (To issue a slip)

Adjectifs

Parchi-numa (Slip-like)

Apparenté

Kagaz

Chit

Rashid

Nuskha

Purza

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Comment l'utiliser

frequency

Extremely high in daily errands and healthcare.

Erreurs courantes

Mera parchi → Meri parchi
Parchi is feminine; the possessive must match.
Parchi for a full sheet of paper → Kagaz or Panna
Parchi is for slips; Kagaz is for general paper. Don't ask for a 'parchi' if you want a full A4 sheet.
Do parchi → Do parchiyan
The plural form must be used for quantities greater than one.
Parcha instead of Parchi → Parchi
Parcha (masculine) usually means a newspaper or an exam paper.
Using Rashid for a grocery list → Parchi
Rashid is for formal receipts, not informal notes or lists.

Astuces

Gender Agreement

Always pair 'parchi' with feminine endings. Say 'chhoti parchi', 'purani parchi', and 'parchi mili'.

Parchi vs Rashid

Use 'parchi' for small shop bills and 'rashid' for formal payments like school fees or rent.

Medical Context

When at an Indian pharmacy, just say 'Parchi yeh rahi' (Here is the slip) to show your prescription.

Nepotism Slang

Be aware that 'parchi wala' can be a derogatory term for someone who got a job through influence.

The 'R' sound

Keep the 'r' in 'parchi' very soft, almost like a quick flick of the tongue against the roof of the mouth.

Plural Spelling

Remember the 'ya' in 'parchiyan' needs the chandrabindu (ँ) for the correct nasal sound.

Shopping Lists

If you ask a shopkeeper to write down prices, ask 'Ek parchi par likh dijiye' (Please write it on a slip).

Persian Root

Knowing it comes from 'parcha' (piece) helps you remember it refers to a small part of a larger whole.

Visual Cues

Every time you see a small scrap of paper today, say 'parchi' to yourself to reinforce the word.

Action Verbs

Learn the verb 'katna' with parchi; it's the standard way to say 'to issue a slip'.

Mémorise-le

Moyen mnémotechnique

Think of a **PAR**cel that is so small it's just a **CHI** (tiny) piece. PAR-CHI. It's the small slip of paper inside the parcel!

Association visuelle

Imagine a doctor's hand scribbling on a tiny white square. That square is the 'Parchi'.

Word Web

Paper Note Receipt Doctor Shopping Voter Ticket Pocket

Défi

Try to ask a shopkeeper for a 'parchi' next time you buy something small. See if they give you a handwritten note!

Origine du mot

Derived from the Persian word 'parcha' (پارچه), which means 'piece', 'cloth', or 'fragment'. It entered Hindi-Urdu through the influence of Persian in administration and trade.

Sens originel : A small fragment or piece, usually of cloth or paper.

Indo-Aryan (via Persian/Indo-Iranian)

Contexte culturel

Be careful using 'parchi' in a professional setting to refer to someone's hiring, as it implies they weren't hired on merit.

In the West, we might say 'slip', 'chit', or 'note'. 'Parchi' covers all these bases in Hindi.

In many Bollywood movies, a 'parchi' with a phone number is a classic plot device for a romance. Political slogans often mention 'Parchi aur Kharchi' (Recommendation and Money) as things to avoid in clean governance. The 'Parchi system' is a common topic in Indian news debates regarding recruitment scams.

Pratique dans la vie réelle

Contextes réels

At the Doctor's

Doctor ki parchi
Dawai ki parchi
Parchi dikhaiye
Nayi parchi banwao

At the Grocery Store

Saaman ki parchi
Baki ki parchi
Parchi mein likh do
Hisaab ki parchi

In Elections

Voter parchi
Parchi mil gayi
Parchi par number
Booth ki parchi

In Parking

Parking ki parchi
Parchi kho gayi
Parchi dikhao
Parchi ke paise

In School/College

Chit/Parchi
Parchi pass karna
Parchi par sawal
Naam ki parchi

Amorces de conversation

"क्या आपने मेरी डॉक्टर वाली पर्ची देखी है?"

"सामान की पर्ची कहाँ है? मुझे बाज़ार जाना है।"

"क्या पार्किंग की पर्ची लेना ज़रूरी है?"

"लॉटरी की पर्ची में किसका नाम निकला?"

"क्या आपके पास एक खाली पर्ची होगी? मुझे कुछ लिखना है।"

Sujets d'écriture

आज आपने कौन-कौन सी पर्चियाँ (receipts) इकट्ठी कीं? उनके बारे में लिखें।

अगर आपको किसी को एक गुप्त पर्ची (secret note) लिखनी हो, तो आप क्या लिखेंगे?

क्या कभी आपकी कोई ज़रूरी पर्ची खो गई है? उस समय क्या हुआ?

भारत में 'पर्ची सिस्टम' के बारे में आपकी क्या राय है?

एक छोटी सी पर्ची पर आप अपनी ज़िंदगी का सबसे बड़ा सपना कैसे लिखेंगे?

Questions fréquentes

10 questions

It is a feminine noun. You should use feminine adjectives and verbs with it. For example, 'Meri parchi kho gayi' (My slip is lost).

Yes, absolutely. In fact, 'Doctor ki parchi' is the most common way to say prescription in colloquial Hindi, even more common than the formal word 'nuskha'.

A 'Rashid' is a formal receipt, usually printed and used for official accounting. A 'Parchi' is a general term for any small slip of paper, which could be a handwritten receipt, a note, or a ticket.

You say 'Voter parchi'. These are distributed before elections to help voters find their details at the polling booth.

It's a slang term for nepotism or favoritism, where someone gets a job or a favor because they have a 'parchi' (recommendation note) from a powerful person.

The plural is 'Parchiyan' (पर्चियाँ). If you are using it with a preposition like 'on' or 'in', it becomes 'Parchiyon'.

Yes, in the context of a lucky draw where names are written on slips and picked, those slips are called 'parchiyan'.

Yes, 'Parchi' is used extensively in both Hindi and Urdu with the same meaning and gender.

It refers to a traffic fine slip issued by the police.

It is a neutral word. It's not slang, but it's very common in daily conversation. In very formal documents, you might see 'patrak' or 'rashid' instead.

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