"That" के साथ भावनाओं के बारे में बात करना (मूल्यांकनात्मक That-Clauses)
emotion, judgment, और that-clause का सही तालमेल।
Grammar Rule in 30 Seconds
Use 'that' clauses to link a specific fact or event to an emotional reaction or evaluative judgment.
- Follow adjectives of emotion: 'I am delighted that you came.'
- Follow nouns of judgment: 'The fact that he lied is shocking.'
- Use 'should' for extra emphasis: 'It's strange that she should say that.'
Overview
The project failed (तथ्य) बनाम It is disappointing that the project failed (मूल्यांकन)। यह अंतर ही आपको एक साधारण स्पीकर से एक प्रभावशाली वक्ता बनाता है। यह स्ट्रक्चर न केवल Professional Emails में, बल्कि Academic Writing और बातचीत में भी एक 'Authority' और 'Clarity' लाता है।that-clause का उपयोग करते हैं, तो आप उस जानकारी को एक 'सत्य' (Fact) के रूप में स्वीकार कर रहे होते हैं। आपका मुख्य वाक्य उस सत्य पर आपकी राय (commentary) होता है।It is surprising that he lost.It एक खाली जगह भर रहा है ताकि मुख्य भाव (that he lost) अंत में आ सके। यह स्ट्रक्चर हिंदी के 'कि' वाले वाक्यों की तुलना में अधिक लचीला है।It + be + Adjective + that... | It is clear that the plan failed. |Subject + be + Adjective + that... | I am happy that you are here. |Subject + Verb + that... | I regret that I was late. |essential, vital, crucial जैसे शब्दों का प्रयोग करते हैं, तो that के बाद आने वाली क्रिया हमेशा 'Base Form' में होती है।It is essential that he be present.(यहाँ 'is' या 'was' का प्रयोग गलत है।)
- 1Academic/Formal Writing: यहाँ आप अपनी राय को व्यक्तिगत न रखकर वस्तुनिष्ठ (objective) बनाते हैं।
I think it is badके बजायIt is regrettable that...का प्रयोग करें। - 2Professional Feedback: किसी को फीडबैक देते समय
I am pleased that the report is finishedकहना अधिक पेशेवर लगता है। - 3Emotional Precision: आप अपनी भावनाओं को सटीक शब्दों में बाँध सकते हैं, जैसे
relieved,thrilled, याconcernedका उपयोग करके।
- 1Subjunctive Mood को छोड़ देना: हिंदी भाषी अक्सर 'he is' या 'he was' का प्रयोग करते हैं क्योंकि हिंदी में हम काल (tense) के अनुसार क्रिया बदलते हैं। लेकिन यहाँ 'Base form' (be) ज़रूरी है।
- 2'Find' के स्ट्रक्चर में गड़बड़: छात्र अक्सर
I find strange that...लिख देते हैं। सही स्ट्रक्चरI find it strange that...है। हिंदी में हम 'it' का अनुवाद नहीं करते, इसलिए यह गलती होती है। - 3'that' का गलत उपयोग:
It is important that to do this- यह एक बड़ी गलती है।thatके बाद पूरा क्लॉज (Subject + Verb) आना चाहिए, न कि Infinitive (to+ verb)।
It is adj + that + clause | It is adj + to + verb |It is vital that he arrives. | It is vital to arrive on time. |- 1क्या
thatको हटाया जा सकता है?
that को हटाया जा सकता है। I am glad (that) you came.- 1क्या
thatहर जगह ज़रूरी है?
that को रखना बेहतर होता है ताकि वाक्य स्पष्ट रहे।- 1क्या मैं 'It' की जगह किसी और शब्द का प्रयोग कर सकता हूँ?
Common Evaluative Structures
| Structure Type | Main Clause | Connector | Subordinate Clause | Example |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Adjective-led
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I am relieved
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that
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the test is over.
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I am relieved that the test is over.
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Noun-led
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The news
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that
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he won was great.
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The news that he won was great.
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Extraposed (It)
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It is lucky
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that
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we found the keys.
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It is lucky that we found the keys.
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Formal (Should)
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It is odd
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that
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she should say that.
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It is odd that she should say that.
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Subjunctive
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It is vital
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that
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he be present.
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It is vital that he be present.
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Omission of 'That' in Informal Speech
| Full Form (Formal) | Short Form (Informal) | Context |
|---|---|---|
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I am glad that you came.
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I'm glad you came.
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Friends/Family
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It is a pity that it's raining.
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Pity it's raining.
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Casual observation
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I am sure that he is right.
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I'm sure he's right.
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Everyday talk
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Meanings
A grammatical structure where a subordinate clause starting with 'that' functions as a complement to an adjective or noun, expressing a reaction to the information in that clause.
Adjective Complements
Using 'that' after adjectives like 'happy', 'sad', 'surprised', or 'aware' to explain the cause of the feeling.
“I'm so glad that you could make it to the party.”
“She was unaware that the meeting had been moved.”
Extraposed Evaluative Clauses
Starting a sentence with 'It is [adjective] that...' to provide an objective-sounding evaluation of a fact.
“It is vital that we remain calm during the transition.”
“It's interesting that he never mentioned his previous job.”
Noun Complements
Using 'that' after abstract nouns like 'fact', 'idea', 'notion', or 'possibility' to define the content of that noun.
“The fact that she won didn't surprise anyone.”
“I hate the idea that we might never see them again.”
Reference Table
| पैटर्न | उदाहरण | काम | That (हटाना) |
|---|---|---|---|
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It + be + Adj + that-clause
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It's essential that you practice.
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न्यूट्रल राय देना
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अक्सर हटा दिया जाता है
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Subject + be + Adj + that-clause
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I'm relieved that the test is over.
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पर्सनल इमोशन
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हटाना मुमकिन है
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Subject + Verb + that-clause
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We hope that you enjoy the show.
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सोच या भावना
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बोलचाल में हटा देते हैं
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Common Adjectives
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happy, sad, important, strange
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इमोशन या जजमेंट
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N/A
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Common Verbs
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believe, know, regret, feel
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सोच या अहसास
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N/A
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Formal Context
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It is acknowledged that...
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ऑब्जेक्टिव बात कहना
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हटाना कम कॉमन है
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औपचारिकता का स्तर
It is a source of great pleasure that you have joined us this evening. (Social gathering)
I am very glad that you could come. (Social gathering)
So glad you made it! (Social gathering)
Stoked you're here, man! (Social gathering)
Evaluative That-Clauses: भावनाओं को बढ़ाने वाला टूल
बनावट
- It + be + Adj + that-clause It's crucial that...
- Subject + be + Adj + that-clause I'm happy that...
- Subject + Verb + that-clause She believes that...
मुख्य Adjectives
- खुशी It's good that...
- ज़रूरी It's vital that...
- हैरानी It's shocking that...
कब इस्तेमाल करें
- इमोशनल रिएक्शन I'm so glad that...
- राय या जजमेंट It's ridiculous that...
That बनाम What: असली मुकाबला
क्या मुझे Evaluative That-Clause इस्तेमाल करना चाहिए?
क्या आप कोई भावना या राय ज़ाहिर करना चाहते हैं?
क्या आपकी भावना किसी खास सच या स्थिति के बारे में है?
क्या यह राय जनरल है या आपके बारे में?
Evaluative That-Clauses के अलग-अलग कॉन्टेक्स्ट
रोज़ाना की गपशप
- • I'm so glad that...
- • It's crazy that...
ऑफिस या पढ़ाई
- • It's crucial that...
- • It is imperative that...
डिजिटल चैटिंग
- • OMG, it's hilarious that...
- • It's annoying that...
स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण
I am happy that you are here.
Estoy feliz de que estés aquí.
I am sad that it is raining.
Estoy triste de que esté lloviendo.
He is glad that you like the food.
Él se alegra de que te guste la comida.
Are you sure that she is home?
¿Estás seguro de que ella está en casa?
I'm sorry that I forgot your birthday.
Siento haber olvidado tu cumpleaños.
We are afraid that the shop is closed.
Tememos que la tienda esté cerrada.
I think that he is a good teacher.
Creo que él es un buen profesor.
She is surprised that you are early.
Ella está sorprendida de que llegues temprano.
It is important that we arrive on time.
Es importante que lleguemos a tiempo.
I don't like the idea that we have to pay extra.
No me gusta la idea de que tengamos que pagar extra.
Are you aware that the rules have changed?
¿Eres consciente de que las reglas han cambiado?
It's a shame that you can't come to the wedding.
Es una pena que no puedas venir a la boda.
I am concerned that the project is falling behind schedule.
Me preocupa que el proyecto se esté retrasando.
The fact that he didn't call is very strange.
El hecho de que no llamara es muy extraño.
It is highly likely that the prices will increase next month.
Es muy probable que los precios aumenten el próximo mes.
She was delighted that her hard work was finally recognized.
Ella estaba encantada de que su arduo trabajo fuera finalmente reconocido.
It is regrettable that the board should have reached such a hasty decision.
Es lamentable que la junta haya tomado una decisión tan apresurada.
The mere suggestion that he was involved in the scandal is preposterous.
La mera sugerencia de que estuvo involucrado en el escándalo es absurda.
I find it baffling that they still haven't addressed the underlying issue.
Me parece desconcertante que todavía no hayan abordado el problema subyacente.
We must not overlook the possibility that the data has been tampered with.
No debemos pasar por alto la posibilidad de que los datos hayan sido manipulados.
It is imperative that the witness be protected at all costs.
Es imperativo que el testigo sea protegido a toda costa.
The contention that economic growth is always beneficial is now being challenged.
La afirmación de que el crecimiento económico es siempre beneficioso está siendo cuestionada.
It is somewhat ironic that the very technology designed to connect us has made us feel more isolated.
Es algo irónico que la misma tecnología diseñada para conectarnos nos haya hecho sentir más aislados.
I am not unmindful of the fact that this proposal requires significant investment.
No soy ajeno al hecho de que esta propuesta requiere una inversión significativa.
आसानी से भ्रमित होने वाले
Learners often think every 'that' clause is a relative clause describing a noun.
Both use 'that' clauses, but reported speech follows verbs of saying (say, tell), not adjectives of feeling.
Learners mix up 'I am so happy that...' (Result) with 'I am happy that...' (Complement).
सामान्य गलतियाँ
I am happy because you are here.
I am happy that you are here.
I am sure which he is coming.
I am sure that he is coming.
It is important that arrive on time.
It is important that we arrive on time.
It is strange that he would say that.
It is strange that he should say that.
वाक्य संरचनाएँ
I am ___ that ___.
It is ___ that ___ should ___.
The ___ that ___ is ___.
I find it ___ that ___.
Real World Usage
I am confident that my background in marketing will benefit your team.
So happy you're coming tonight!
The fact that the hypothesis was disproven suggests a need for further research.
It is disappointing that the service was so slow.
Can't believe that it's already been a year!
It is feared that many people remain trapped in the building.
'It' से शुरुआत करो
'What' से बचो
Adjectives बदलो
फॉर्मेलिटी का ध्यान
सोचने वाले Verbs
I regret that I missed it.
Smart Tips
Switch from 'I think that...' to 'It is evident that...' or 'The fact that...'.
Recognize it as the 'putative should' used for emotional emphasis.
Try replacing 'that' with 'which'. If it sounds like garbage, it's a complement clause.
Delete the 'that' and the 'It is'.
उच्चारण
The Weak 'That'
In the middle of a sentence, 'that' is usually unstressed and pronounced with a schwa /ðət/.
Intonation of Evaluation
The main stress usually falls on the evaluative adjective (e.g., 'SURPRISED'), while the 'that' clause has a rising-falling intonation.
Evaluative Peak
It's ↗VITAL that we ↘leave.
Emphasizes the importance of the action.
याद करें
स्मृति सहायक
Remember 'FACT': Feelings, Adjectives, Complements, That.
दृश्य संबंध
Imagine a bridge made of the word 'THAT' connecting a giant heart (your feelings) to a television screen showing a scene (the fact).
Rhyme
When a feeling needs a reason why, use a 'that' clause to reach the sky.
Story
A king was so 'surprised that' his crown was missing. He hated 'the fact that' a mouse had taken it. 'It was lucky that' the mouse was slow.
Word Web
चैलेंज
Write three sentences about your day using 'I am glad that...', 'It is strange that...', and 'The fact that...'.
सांस्कृतिक नोट्स
The use of 'should' in evaluative clauses (e.g., 'It's funny that you should say that') is a hallmark of polite, slightly indirect British speech.
Americans are more likely to use the subjunctive in 'that' clauses following adjectives of necessity or urgency.
Using 'The fact that...' is a standard way to introduce evidence without sounding too personal or biased.
The use of 'that' as a conjunction (complementizer) evolved from the Old English demonstrative pronoun 'þæt'.
बातचीत की शुरुआत
Are you surprised that technology has changed so much in ten years?
Do you think it's important that children learn a second language early?
How do you feel about the fact that remote work is becoming the norm?
Is it regrettable that traditional crafts are dying out?
डायरी विषय
सामान्य गलतियाँ
Test Yourself
It's important ___ everyone attends the virtual meeting.
I'm happy what you got the job.
Choose the correct sentence:
Score: /3
अभ्यास प्रश्न
8 exercisesI am delighted ___ you decided to join us.
Find and fix the mistake:
The fact which he failed the exam is very sad.
It is essential that he ___ (be) informed immediately.
strange / that / should / it / he / is / say / that
Match the following:
He resigned, and that surprised everyone.
In informal speech, 'that' can often be omitted in evaluative clauses.
A: Why are you so upset? B: I'm just annoyed ___.
Score: /8
Practice Bank
12 exercisesShe feels strongly ___ her team delivered an excellent presentation.
We are confident what the new marketing strategy will succeed.
कौन सा वाक्य सही है?
English में अनुवाद करें: 'यह हैरान करने वाला है कि कॉन्सर्ट इतनी जल्दी सोल्ड आउट हो गया।'
शब्दों को सही क्रम में रखें:
Adjective को उसके सही शुरुआत वाले वाक्यांश से मिलाएँ:
It was regrettable ___ they missed the opportunity to present.
English में अनुवाद करें: 'हमारा मानना है कि यह मौलिक है कि छात्र भाग लें।'
इन शब्दों से एक वाक्य बनाएँ:
Is essential that we leave now.
सबसे अच्छा विकल्प चुनें:
भावना को सही Adjective से मिलाएँ:
Score: /12
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल (8)
Almost always in informal speech. However, in formal writing or when the 'that' clause is long and complex, keep it to help the reader follow the structure.
'I'm happy that you're here' focuses on the fact itself as a complement to your happiness. 'I'm happy because you're here' focuses on the cause-and-effect relationship.
Some style guides suggest avoiding it if you can (e.g., 'That he lied is sad' instead of 'The fact that he lied is sad'), but in C1 level academic writing, it is a very standard way to introduce evidence.
Use it to express surprise, disbelief, or a strong emotional reaction to something that seems unlikely or strange. It's more common in British English.
No, only after 'evaluative' adjectives (feelings, certainty, necessity). You can't say 'I am tall that...'.
In American English, it's very common ('It is vital he be there'). In British English, 'should' or the indicative is more common ('It is vital that he is/should be there').
It's the process of using 'It' as a placeholder at the start of a sentence to move a heavy 'that' clause to the end, making the sentence easier to process.
Because 'the fact' isn't being described by a relative clause; the 'that' clause *is* the fact. They are one and the same.
Scaffolded Practice
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Mastery Progress
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In Other Languages
que + subjuntivo
Spanish uses the subjunctive for emotion; English uses the indicative or 'should'.
que + subjonctif
French requires the subjunctive for almost all evaluative clauses.
dass-Satz
German has strict verb-final word order in the 'dass' clause.
こと (koto) / の (no)
Japanese uses nominalization rather than a conjunction like 'that'.
أنّ (anna)
Arabic often requires a preposition before the 'that' equivalent.
Juxtaposition / 的 (de)
Chinese lacks a direct equivalent to the 'that' complementizer.
Learning Path
Prerequisites
संबंधित वीडियो
05:40 If you had the chance to be immortal, would you take it? - Sarah Stroud and Michael Vazquez
06:12 Scientists still don't know the answer to this infamous question - Charles Wallace & Dan Kwartler
09:25 DnD Really Is Therapy
Noun Clauses in English Grammar - That Clause
Dear Sir
Advanced English Grammar: That-Clauses
Spoken English Guru
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