दुबला en 30 secondes
- Dublā means thin or lean.
- Used specifically for people and animals.
- Changes form to dublī (female) and duble (plural).
- Commonly paired as 'dublā-patlā'.
The Hindi word दुबला (dublā) is a primary adjective used to describe the physical state of being thin, lean, or slender. In its most literal sense, it refers to a person or an animal that lacks body fat or muscle mass. However, unlike some English terms that might carry a purely negative connotation like 'scrawny' or 'emaciated,' dublā is often descriptive and neutral, though it can lean towards indicating a lack of strength if used in specific contexts. To understand this word, one must first recognize its grammatical flexibility; it changes based on the gender and number of the noun it qualifies. For a masculine singular noun, we use dublā; for feminine singular and plural, it becomes dublī; and for masculine plural, it shifts to duble.
- Physical Description
- When you see a person who has a small frame or very little body fat, you would use this word. It is the most common way to say 'thin' in a general sense. For example, 'Vah laṛkā dublā hai' (That boy is thin).
- Health Context
- In a medical or health-related conversation, it might imply that someone has lost weight due to illness. However, it is also frequently paired with 'patlā' to form the compound 'dublā-patlā,' which is a very common way to describe a slim build without necessarily implying sickness.
"वह बचपन में बहुत दुबला था, लेकिन अब वह काफी तंदुरुस्त है।"
Culturally, in many parts of India, being dublā was historically seen with a bit of concern, as it might suggest a lack of resources or poor health. However, in modern urban settings, it is often used to describe someone who is fit or lean. It is important to distinguish this from 'patlā.' While 'patlā' can describe people, it is also used for inanimate objects like paper, cloth, or liquids (thin soup). Dublā is almost exclusively reserved for living beings.
"उसकी दुबली उंगलियाँ पियानो पर तेज़ी से चलती थीं।"
In literature, dublā is often used to evoke a sense of fragility or asceticism. A 'dublā-patlā' sage or a 'dublā' laborer tells a story of their lifestyle through just this one adjective. It is a foundational word for any Hindi learner because it appears in daily chores, medical visits, and storytelling alike. When you want to describe someone's physique, this is your go-to word before you move on to more complex synonyms like 'krish' (emaciated) or 'chharahrā' (slender/athletic).
Using दुबला (dublā) correctly requires an understanding of Hindi's gender-agreement system. Because it is an adjective ending in '-ā,' it is highly regular and predictable. Let's explore how it functions across different sentence structures and tenses. Whether you are making a simple statement or a complex comparison, the word maintains its core meaning while adapting its form.
- Basic Subject-Complement Structure
- In a simple sentence like 'The cat is thin,' the adjective follows the noun. 'Billī dublī hai.' Notice how the feminine noun 'billī' changes 'dublā' to 'dublī.'
- Comparative Usage
- To say 'thinner than,' we use the particle 'se.' For example, 'Rām, Shyām se dublā hai' (Ram is thinner than Shyam). The adjective still agrees with the subject (Ram).
"क्या आपको नहीं लगता कि वह पहले से ज़्यादा दुबला हो गया है?"
One of the most frequent ways you will encounter this word is in the reduplicated or compound form दुबला-पतला (dublā-patlā). In Hindi, doubling words or pairing them with similar-sounding words is a common way to add emphasis or a sense of 'and such.' When someone says 'Vah dublā-patlā hai,' they are describing a generally slim or slight physique. It sounds more natural and colloquial than just using 'dublā' alone in casual conversation.
"बीमारी के बाद वह बहुत दुबली दिखने लगी है।"
When describing plural subjects, the adjective changes to 'duble.' For example, 'Ve ghode duble haiṃ' (Those horses are thin). If you are using the oblique case (where a postposition like 'ko,' 'se,' or 'meṃ' follows the noun), the adjective 'dublā' changes to 'duble' for masculine singular nouns as well. 'Us duble laṛke ko dekho' (Look at that thin boy). Mastering these small shifts is the key to sounding like a native speaker.
The word दुबला (dublā) is ubiquitous in Hindi-speaking environments, from the bustling streets of Delhi to the quiet villages of Uttar Pradesh. You will hear it in various registers of speech, though its frequency and nuance might change depending on the setting. It is a word that bridges the gap between formal health discussions and casual neighborhood gossip.
- In Family Gatherings
- Indian relatives are famously observant of physical changes. You will often hear an aunt say, 'Are! Tum kitne duble ho gaye ho!' (Oh! How thin you have become!). Here, it usually carries a tone of concern, implying you aren't eating enough.
- In Bollywood Movies
- Scriptwriters use this word to establish character archetypes. A 'dublā-patlā' hero might be the underdog who eventually shows great strength. It is used to contrast characters, often paired with 'mūṭā' (fat) for comedic effect.
"वह दुबला ज़रूर है, लेकिन उसकी ताकत कमाल की है।"
In rural settings, dublā is frequently used to describe livestock. A farmer might complain about a 'dublī gāy' (thin cow) that isn't producing enough milk. In this context, the word is purely functional and describes the economic value and health of the animal. You'll also hear it in news reports or documentaries discussing malnutrition or famine, where it takes on a much more serious and somber tone.
"शहर की भागदौड़ ने उसे दुबला कर दिया है।"
Interestingly, you might also hear the word in proverbs or idiomatic expressions. While not as common as other adjectives, the concept of being 'dublā' is often linked to being 'kamzor' (weak) in older literature. However, in modern gym culture in India, people might avoid 'dublā' and prefer 'lean' (using the English word) or 'fit,' because 'dublā' still carries that slight vintage connotation of being underweight rather than muscularly defined.
Learning to use दुबला (dublā) might seem straightforward, but English speakers often trip over a few specific hurdles. These range from grammatical agreement to semantic range—knowing exactly which 'thin' to use when. Let's break down the most common errors so you can avoid them.
- The 'Inanimate Object' Error
- This is the #1 mistake. In English, we use 'thin' for both a thin person and a thin slice of bread. In Hindi, dublā is ONLY for people and animals. If you call a slice of bread 'dublā,' native speakers will understand you but it will sound very strange. Use 'patlā' for objects.
- Gender Agreement Neglect
- Many learners stick to the base form 'dublā' for everyone. Remember: 'Laṛkī dublī hai' (The girl is thin). Using the masculine 'dublā' for a woman is a glaring grammatical error in Hindi.
"गलत: यह किताब बहुत दुबली है। सही: यह किताब बहुत पतली है।"
Another nuance is the confusion between 'dublā' and 'kamzor' (weak). While a thin person might be weak, the words are not interchangeable. You can be 'dublā' but very 'shaktishālī' (powerful). Avoid using 'dublā' when you actually mean someone lacks physical strength or energy. Use 'kamzor' for that specific meaning.
"गलत: वे लड़कियां दुबला हैं। सही: वे लड़कियां दुबली हैं।"
Lastly, be careful with the word patlā. While patlā can be used for people, dublā is more specifically about the body frame. If you say someone is 'patlā,' it's fine, but 'dublā' specifically evokes the image of a lean person. However, if you're talking about a liquid like dal, calling it 'dublī dāl' would sound like you're personifying the lentils!
Hindi is rich with adjectives to describe various degrees and types of thinness. While दुबला (dublā) is the most common, knowing its alternatives will help you express yourself with more precision and poetic flair.
- पतला (Patlā)
- The most versatile alternative. It means 'thin' or 'slim.' Unlike 'dublā,' it can be used for people, objects, and liquids. If in doubt, 'patlā' is a safer, more general choice.
- इकहरा (Ikahra)
- This describes a 'single' or 'slight' build. It often refers to someone who is naturally slim but well-proportioned. It's a more formal or literary term.
- कृश (Krish)
- A highly formal, Sanskritized word meaning 'emaciated' or 'very thin.' You will find this in classical literature or very formal health reports.
"उसका शरीर इकहरा है, जो उसे एक एथलीट जैसा दिखाता है।"
For a more positive or aesthetic description of thinness, you might use छरहरा (chharahrā), which translates to 'slender' or 'willowy.' This is often used as a compliment, especially for women, to describe a graceful, slim figure. On the opposite end, if someone is unhealthily thin, you might hear हड्डी का ढांचा (haḍḍī kā ḍhāñcā), which literally means 'a skeleton of bones'—equivalent to 'skin and bones' in English.
In slang or very informal speech, you might hear people use 'tilli' (matchstick) to tease someone very thin. However, 'dublā' remains the most respectful and standard way to describe this physical trait. When writing, choosing between these words depends entirely on the 'vibe' you want to create: 'dublā' for a neutral fact, 'chharahrā' for beauty, and 'krish' for dramatic effect.
How Formal Is It?
Le savais-tu ?
Even though 'dublā' comes from a word meaning 'weak,' many modern Hindi speakers use it neutrally just for appearance. You can be 'dublā' (thin) but 'shaktishālī' (powerful)!
Guide de prononciation
- Using an English retroflex 'd' (tongue on roof) instead of dental 'd' (tongue on teeth).
- Aspirating the 'b' (making it sound like 'bh').
- Pronouncing the final 'a' too short like in 'but' instead of 'father'.
- Pronouncing 'u' like in 'tube' instead of 'pull'.
- Over-emphasizing the 'l'.
Niveau de difficulté
Easy to recognize as it follows standard adjective patterns.
Requires correct gender/number agreement.
Dental 'd' and unaspirated 'b' need practice.
Common word, usually clear in speech.
Quoi apprendre ensuite
Prérequis
Apprends ensuite
Avancé
Grammaire à connaître
Adjective Agreement
Dublā (M), Dublī (F), Duble (M. Plural).
Oblique Case
Dublā changes to Duble before postpositions (e.g., Duble laṛke ko).
Reduplication
Using 'dublā-patlā' for emphasis and natural flow.
Comparatives with 'se'
Rām, Shyām se dublā hai.
Suffix '-sa'
Dublā-sa (thin-ish) to soften the description.
Exemples par niveau
वह लड़का दुबला है।
That boy is thin.
Masculine singular agreement.
मेरी बहन दुबली है।
My sister is thin.
Feminine singular agreement.
क्या तुम दुबले हो?
Are you thin?
Masculine singular/plural (respectful) agreement.
यह कुत्ता बहुत दुबला है।
This dog is very thin.
Describing an animal.
वह दुबला नहीं है।
He is not thin.
Negative sentence structure.
मेरा दोस्त दुबला है।
My friend is thin.
Simple adjective use.
वह एक दुबली लड़की है।
She is a thin girl.
Adjective preceding the noun.
राम दुबला है, पर श्याम मोटा है।
Ram is thin, but Shyam is fat.
Contrasting adjectives.
वह बहुत दुबला-पतला आदमी है।
He is a very slim man.
Using the compound 'dublā-patlā'.
उस दुबले लड़के को पानी दो।
Give water to that thin boy.
Oblique case: 'dublā' changes to 'duble' before 'ko'.
तुम पहले से ज़्यादा दुबले लग रहे हो।
You are looking thinner than before.
Comparison over time.
वे सभी लड़के दुबले हैं।
All those boys are thin.
Masculine plural agreement.
मेरी दोनों बिल्लियाँ दुबली हैं।
Both my cats are thin.
Feminine plural agreement.
वह दुबला है लेकिन ताकतवर है।
He is thin but strong.
Using 'lekin' (but) for contrast.
क्या वह आदमी दुबला है?
Is that man thin?
Interrogative sentence.
वह बच्चा बहुत दुबला दिख रहा है।
That child is looking very thin.
Using 'dikhnā' (to look).
बीमारी की वजह से वह बहुत दुबला हो गया है।
He has become very thin because of illness.
Expressing a cause for being thin.
उसने एक दुबले घोड़े की सवारी की।
He rode a thin horse.
Adjective in a prepositional phrase.
मुझे दुबले लोग ज़्यादा फुर्तीले लगते हैं।
I find thin people more agile.
Expressing an opinion.
उसकी दुबली उंगलियां सितार पर जादू करती हैं।
Her thin fingers work magic on the sitar.
Describing body parts (plural feminine).
वह इतना दुबला है कि हवा में उड़ जाए।
He is so thin that he might fly away in the wind.
Hyperbolic expression.
गाँव में कई जानवर दुबले हो गए हैं।
Many animals in the village have become thin.
Plural agreement for animals.
क्या तुम दुबले होने के लिए कसरत कर रहे हो?
Are you exercising to become thin?
Using 'hone ke liye' (to become).
वह अपनी दुबली काया के लिए मशहूर है।
He is famous for his lean physique.
Formal word 'kāyā' (body).
उसका दुबला शरीर उसकी मेहनत का नतीजा है।
His thin body is the result of his hard work.
Linking physical state to a cause.
लेखक ने नायक को एक दुबले और गंभीर व्यक्ति के रूप में चित्रित किया है।
The author has portrayed the hero as a thin and serious person.
Literary description.
अकाल के कारण लोग दुबले और कमज़ोर हो गए थे।
Due to the famine, people had become thin and weak.
Context of social issues.
उसकी दुबली-पतली बनावट उसे भीड़ में अलग बनाती है।
Her slim build makes her stand out in a crowd.
Using 'banāvaṭ' (build/structure).
वह दुबला तो है, पर उसकी आवाज़ में बहुत दम है।
He is thin, but there is a lot of power in his voice.
Contrasting physical appearance with another trait.
डॉक्टर ने उसे ज़्यादा दुबला न होने की सलाह दी।
The doctor advised him not to become too thin.
Reported advice.
उसके दुबले चेहरे पर एक चमक थी।
There was a glow on his thin face.
Descriptive narrative.
बढ़ती उम्र के साथ वह और भी दुबला होता गया।
With increasing age, he kept becoming even thinner.
Continuous change 'hotā gayā'.
तपस्या के बाद ऋषि का शरीर अत्यंत दुबला हो गया था।
After penance, the sage's body had become extremely thin.
High register/formal context.
उसकी दुबली देह में गजब की ऊर्जा समाई हुई थी।
An amazing energy was contained within her thin body.
Poetic/literary structure.
गरीबी ने उन्हें दुबला और बेबस बना दिया था।
Poverty had made them thin and helpless.
Abstract cause and effect.
वह अपनी दुबली उंगलियों से इतिहास लिख रहा था।
He was writing history with his thin fingers.
Metaphorical usage.
शहर की चकाचौंध के बीच वह दुबला सा लड़का खो गया।
Amidst the city's glitz, that thin-ish boy got lost.
Nuanced description with 'sā'.
उसकी दुबली काया उसकी आंतरिक दृढ़ता को छिपा नहीं सकती थी।
Her thin physique could not hide her inner determination.
Complex sentence structure.
वह दुबले होने के बावजूद अत्यधिक सक्रिय है।
Despite being thin, he is extremely active.
Using 'ke bāvajūd' (despite).
उसका दुबलापन उसकी पहचान बन गया था।
His thinness had become his identity.
Noun form 'dublāpan'.
उसकी कृश काया उसके वर्षों के कठिन परिश्रम और संयम का जीवंत प्रमाण थी।
Her emaciated body was a living testament to her years of hard work and restraint.
Using 'krish' as a sophisticated synonym.
वह दुबला-पतला शरीर मात्र एक आवरण था, जिसके पीछे एक फौलादी इरादा छिपा था।
That slim body was merely a veil, behind which a steely resolve was hidden.
Metaphorical and philosophical tone.
समाज की विद्रूपताओं ने उसे शारीरिक रूप से दुबला कर दिया, पर मानसिक रूप से वह और भी सुदृढ़ हो गया।
The deformities of society made him physically thin, but mentally he became even stronger.
Complex societal commentary.
उसकी दुबली उंगलियों का स्पर्श किसी प्राचीन वाद्ययंत्र के तारों जैसा संवेदनशील था।
The touch of her thin fingers was as sensitive as the strings of an ancient musical instrument.
Advanced simile.
अत्यधिक दुबलापन कभी-कभी किसी गहरे मानसिक अंतर्द्वंद्व का संकेत भी हो सकता है।
Extreme thinness can sometimes be a sign of some deep mental conflict.
Psychological/Academic register.
वह अपनी दुबली उपस्थिति से ही पूरी सभा को प्रभावित करने की क्षमता रखता था।
He had the ability to influence the entire assembly with just his thin presence.
Nuanced social observation.
उसके दुबले और निस्तेज चेहरे पर भी एक दिव्य आभा थी।
Even on his thin and pale face, there was a divine glow.
Spiritual/Literary context.
वह दुबलापन जिसे दुनिया कमजोरी मानती थी, वास्तव में उसकी चपलता का रहस्य था।
That thinness, which the world considered a weakness, was actually the secret of his agility.
Reversal of common perception.
Collocations courantes
Phrases Courantes
— Slim or slightly built. It's the standard colloquial way to describe thinness.
वह एक दुबला-पतला लड़का है।
— To lose weight or become thin. Often used in a health context.
तुम काफी दुबले हो गए हो।
— In order to look thin. Often used regarding fashion or diet.
वह दुबला दिखने के लिए काले कपड़े पहनता है।
— To overcome thinness (usually by gaining weight).
वह अपना दुबलापन दूर करना चाहता है।
— Thin and weak. Often used together to describe illness.
वह बीमारी से दुबला और कमज़ोर हो गया है।
Souvent confondu avec
This means 'to drown' or 'to sink.' Don't confuse the 'l' in 'dublā' with the 'n' in 'dubnā'.
Often used interchangeably, but 'patlā' is for everything, while 'dublā' is for living beings.
Means 'weak.' A thin person is not always weak, and a weak person is not always thin.
Expressions idiomatiques
— Troubles come in succession to those who are already weak or in trouble.
बेचारे की नौकरी क्या गई, घर में चोरी भी हो गई; वही बात हुई - दुबले को दो आषाढ़।
Proverbial— To be extremely thin (skin and bones).
बीमारी के बाद वह हड्डी का ढांचा हो गया है।
Informal— To become as thin as a thorn (very emaciated).
वह तो सूखकर कांटा हो गई है।
Informal— Double burden on a weak person.
उस पर पहले ही कर्ज था, अब बीमारी भी आ गई; दुबले के ऊपर दो बोझ।
Colloquial— Used hyperbolically for someone so thin they might blow away.
वह इतना दुबला है कि हवा से उड़ जाए।
Sarcastic/Informal— To have a complete physical transformation (often used when a thin person becomes fit or vice versa).
जिम जाकर उसकी तो काया पलट हो गई।
Neutral— Half-dead (often used for someone very thin and weak).
भूख से वह अधमरा और दुबला हो गया था।
Emotive— To have a body only for the sake of a name (very thin).
उसका तो नाम को ही शरीर बचा है।
Literary— To get wrinkles (often associated with getting very thin in old age).
दुबले होने के कारण उसके चेहरे पर झुर्रियां पड़ गईं।
NeutralFacile à confondre
Both mean 'thin'.
'Dublā' is specific to people/animals. 'Patlā' can be used for things like paper, soup, or people.
Chāy patlī hai (The tea is thin/watery). NOT Dublī.
Thinness is often associated with weakness.
'Dublā' is a physical build; 'Kamzor' is a lack of strength.
Vah dublā hai par kamzor nahīṃ (He is thin but not weak).
Both describe a slim body.
'Chharahrā' is more aesthetic and positive (slender/willowy). 'Dublā' is more neutral.
Uskī kāyā chharahrī hai.
Both mean thin.
'Krish' is very formal and implies extreme, perhaps unhealthy, thinness.
Krish kāyā (Emaciated body).
Describes a slim build.
'Ikahra' refers to a single, slight frame, often used in a descriptive, neutral-to-positive way.
Ikahra badan.
Structures de phrases
[Noun] [dublā/ī] hai.
Rām dublā hai.
Vah [dublā/ī] [Noun] hai.
Vah dublī laṛkī hai.
[Noun] [Noun] se [dublā/ī] hai.
Sītā, Gītā se dublī hai.
Vah [dublā-patlā/ī-patlī] hai.
Vah dublā-patlā hai.
[Noun] [dublā/ī] ho gayā/ī hai.
Vah dublā ho gayā hai.
[Noun] [dublā/ī] dikh rahā/ī hai.
Tum duble dikh rahe ho.
Us [duble/ī] [Noun] ko [Verb].
Us duble ghode ko dekho.
[Noun] ke [duble/ī] [Body Part] ...
Uske duble hāth kāmp rahe the.
Famille de mots
Noms
Verbes
Adjectifs
Apparenté
Comment l'utiliser
High in daily speech and literature.
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Yeh patloon dublī hai.
→
Yeh patloon patlī hai.
You cannot use 'dublā' for clothing. Use 'patlā'.
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Vah laṛkī dublā hai.
→
Vah laṛkī dublī hai.
The adjective must agree with the feminine noun 'laṛkī'.
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Duble laṛkā ko dekho.
→
Us duble laṛke ko dekho.
In the oblique case, both the adjective and the noun change.
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Main dublā hone chāhtā hūm.
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Main dublā honā chāhtā hūm.
Ensure the verb 'to become' (honā) is in the infinitive.
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Chāy bahut dublī hai.
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Chāy bahut patlī hai.
Liquids are 'patlā', never 'dublā'.
Astuces
Gender Match
Always check the noun's gender. Masculine: dublā. Feminine: dublī.
Live Beings Only
Only use this for people and animals. Use 'patlā' for objects like paper.
Compound Power
Use 'dublā-patlā' for a more natural, native-like description of a slim person.
Dental D
Make sure your tongue touches your teeth when you say the 'd' in dublā.
Relative Speak
Be prepared to hear this word often from Indian relatives as a sign of concern!
Oblique Rule
Remember to change 'dublā' to 'duble' before a postposition like 'ko' or 'meṃ'.
Poetic Alternative
In poems, use 'dublī kāyā' instead of 'dublā sharīr' for a more elegant sound.
Using 'Se'
To compare two people, put 'se' after the person who is the benchmark.
Medical Context
In medical contexts, 'dublā' might be paired with 'kamzor' (weak).
Ending Cues
Listen to the end of the word to know if the speaker is talking about a man or a woman.
Mémorise-le
Moyen mnémotechnique
Think of a 'Double' (dublā) person who is actually half the size! Or, think of 'Do-bala' (two strengths) - ironically, the word actually comes from 'low strength.'
Association visuelle
Imagine a thin bamboo stick. In Hindi, a very thin person is sometimes compared to a stick (lakṛī). Associate the 'd' of dublā with 'delicate.'
Word Web
Défi
Try to describe three people in your life using the correct form of dublā (dublā, dublī, or duble) in a full sentence.
Origine du mot
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'durbala' (दुर्बल). In Sanskrit, 'dur' (दुस्) is a prefix meaning 'bad' or 'difficult,' and 'bala' (बल) means 'strength.' Thus, the original meaning was 'weak' or 'feeble.' Over time, in Prakrit and then in Hindi, the word evolved to specifically denote the physical appearance of being thin.
Sens originel : Weak or lacking strength.
Indo-AryanContexte culturel
While 'dublā' is generally neutral, calling someone 'bahut dublā' (very thin) can be seen as a comment on their health. Use with the same discretion as 'thin' in English.
English speakers should be careful not to use 'dublā' for objects. In English, 'thin' is universal; in Hindi, it's specific to life forms.
Pratique dans la vie réelle
Contextes réels
Health and Diet
- दुबला होना
- वजन कम करना
- कमज़ोरी महसूस करना
- दुबलापन
Describing People
- दुबला-पतला आदमी
- दुबली लड़की
- दुबले हाथ
- लंबा और दुबला
Animals
- दुबला घोड़ा
- दुबली गाय
- दुबला कुत्ता
- जानवर दुबला है
Family Talk
- तुम दुबले लग रहे हो
- कुछ खा लो
- बहुत दुबले हो गए
- बीमार तो नहीं?
Literature/Stories
- दुबला तपस्वी
- दुबली काया
- कृश शरीर
- दुबला चेहरा
Amorces de conversation
"क्या आपको लगता है कि वह बहुत दुबला हो गया है?"
"आप दुबले होने के लिए क्या करते हैं?"
"क्या दुबला होना हमेशा स्वस्थ होने की निशानी है?"
"आपका कुत्ता इतना दुबला क्यों है?"
"बचपन में आप दुबले थे या मोटे?"
Sujets d'écriture
अपने किसी दुबले-पतले दोस्त के बारे में लिखिए।
क्या आप कभी बहुत दुबले हुए हैं? अपना अनुभव बताएं।
समाज में दुबलेपन को कैसे देखा जाता है? अपने विचार लिखिए।
एक कहानी लिखिए जिसका मुख्य पात्र बहुत दुबला हो पर बहुत ताकतवर हो।
स्वस्थ रहने और सिर्फ दुबले होने में क्या फर्क है?
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNo, you should use 'patlī' for a book. 'Dublā' is only used for people and animals. Saying 'dublī kitāb' would sound very strange to a native speaker.
Usually, no. It is a descriptive word. However, like 'thin' in English, the tone matters. Saying someone is 'bahut dublā' might imply they look unhealthy.
The feminine form is 'dublī'. For example, 'Vah laṛkī dublī hai' (That girl is thin).
You use the word 'se'. For example, 'Rām Shyām se dublā hai' (Ram is thinner than Shyam).
It is a compound phrase that means 'slim' or 'of a slight build.' It is the most natural way to describe someone who is thin in casual Hindi.
Yes, it comes from the Sanskrit 'durbala,' which means 'weak.' However, in modern Hindi, it mostly refers to physical appearance.
For a group of males, use 'duble'. For a group of females, use 'dublī'. For a mixed group, use 'duble'.
Yes, the noun is 'dublāpan,' which means 'thinness' or 'leanness'.
Yes, it is very common to describe a 'dublā ghoda' (thin horse) or 'dublī gāy' (thin cow).
The most common opposite is 'mūṭā' (fat).
Teste-toi 180 questions
Write a sentence in Hindi: 'My friend is thin.'
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Write a sentence in Hindi: 'She is a slim girl.'
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Write a sentence in Hindi: 'He became thin after the illness.'
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Compare two people: 'Ram is thinner than Shyam.'
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Describe a thin cat.
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Use 'dublā' in the oblique case with 'ko'.
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Write: 'Why are you so thin?'
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Translate: 'Thin fingers.'
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Use 'dublā-patlā' in a sentence.
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Translate: 'The horse is thin and weak.'
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Write a sentence about becoming thin through exercise.
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Translate: 'His face is thin.'
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Write: 'Are those boys thin?'
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Translate: 'A thin-ish boy.'
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Translate: 'Her body is slender.'
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Use 'krish' in a formal sentence.
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Translate: 'Both sisters are thin.'
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Write: 'He looks thin today.'
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Translate: 'Thinness is not always bad.'
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Write a sentence using 'haḍḍī kā ḍhāñcā'.
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Say: 'Vah dublā hai.'
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Say: 'Vah dublī hai.'
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Say: 'Tum duble ho.'
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Say: 'Vah dublā-patlā hai.'
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Say: 'Rām Shyām se dublā hai.'
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Say: 'Us duble laṛke ko dekho.'
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Say: 'Main dublā honā chāhtā hūm.'
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Say: 'Bīmārī se vah dublā ho gayā.'
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Say: 'Kyā tum duble ho?'
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Say: 'Uskī uṅgliyāṃ dublī haiṃ.'
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Say: 'Vah bahut dublī-patlī laṛkī hai.'
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Say: 'Ye ghode duble haiṃ.'
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Say: 'Vah dublā dikh rahā hai.'
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Say: 'Duble-patle log.'
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Say: 'Uskā chehrā dublā hai.'
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Say: 'Main dublā hūm, par mazboot hūm.'
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Say: 'Bachpan meṃ vah dublā thā.'
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Say: 'Kyā vah dublī hai?'
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Say: 'Dublāpan ek samasyā hai.'
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Say: 'Haḍḍī kā ḍhāñcā.'
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Listen and identify the gender: 'वह दुबली है।'
Listen and identify the number: 'वे दुबले हैं।'
Listen: 'राम श्याम से दुबला है।' Who is thinner?
Listen: 'उस दुबले लड़के को देखो।' Is it singular or plural?
Listen: 'वह दुबला-पतला है।' Is this natural or formal?
Listen: 'बीमारी ने उसे दुबला कर दिया।' What caused it?
Listen: 'क्या तुम दुबले हो?' Is it a question?
Listen: 'उसकी उंगलियां दुबली हैं।' What is thin?
Listen: 'वह हड्डी का ढांचा बन गया।' Is he very thin?
Listen: 'मेरी बिल्ली दुबली है।' What animal is it?
Listen: 'वह दुबला नहीं है।' Is he thin?
Listen: 'वह छरहरी है।' Is it a compliment?
Listen: 'दुबले घोड़े को देखो।' What is thin?
Listen: 'दुबलापन दूर करो।' What should be removed?
Listen: 'वह दुबला-सा है।' Is he definitely thin?
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Summary
The word 'dublā' is the standard Hindi adjective for 'thin' when describing living beings. It is essential to match its ending with the gender of the noun. Example: 'Vah dublā hai' (He is thin) vs 'Vah dublī hai' (She is thin).
- Dublā means thin or lean.
- Used specifically for people and animals.
- Changes form to dublī (female) and duble (plural).
- Commonly paired as 'dublā-patlā'.
Gender Match
Always check the noun's gender. Masculine: dublā. Feminine: dublī.
Live Beings Only
Only use this for people and animals. Use 'patlā' for objects like paper.
Compound Power
Use 'dublā-patlā' for a more natural, native-like description of a slim person.
Dental D
Make sure your tongue touches your teeth when you say the 'd' in dublā.
Exemple
वह बहुत दुबला-पतला है।
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