意味
To happen or do something ahead of the scheduled time.
文化的背景
In many social gatherings (weddings, parties), arriving 'वक़्त से पहले' can actually be considered slightly awkward as the host might not be ready. This is the opposite of professional settings. The phrase is a staple in dramatic dialogues, often used to lament a hero's early struggles or a tragic death. It evokes a sense of 'Zulm' (injustice) by time itself. With the rise of the IT sector, 'वक़्त से पहले' has become a mark of high competence, moving away from the traditional, more relaxed 'Chalta Hai' (it's okay) attitude toward time. Many Indian saints and poets have spoken about 'Waqt'. The belief is that everything has a 'Sahi Waqt' (Right Time), and trying to get things 'वक़्त से पहले' is a sign of ego.
Use 'Hi' for emphasis
Add 'ही' (hi) after 'pehle' to sound more natural when you want to say 'well ahead of time'.
Don't forget 'Se'
Saying 'Waqt pehle' is a common beginner mistake. Always include the 'se'.
意味
To happen or do something ahead of the scheduled time.
Use 'Hi' for emphasis
Add 'ही' (hi) after 'pehle' to sound more natural when you want to say 'well ahead of time'.
Don't forget 'Se'
Saying 'Waqt pehle' is a common beginner mistake. Always include the 'se'.
The Destiny Rule
Remember the proverb about 'Kismat' if you want to impress native speakers during a deep conversation.
自分をテスト
Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase.
वह हमेशा मीटिंग में ______ से पहले पहुँचता है।
While 'समय' (samay) is also correct, 'वक़्त' (waqt) is the most common fit for this specific phrase in neutral conversation.
Which sentence correctly uses the phrase to mean 'premature'?
Choose the best sentence:
In this context, 'वक़्त से पहले' correctly describes a life ending before its natural expected span.
Complete the dialogue between two colleagues.
A: क्या तुमने प्रेजेंटेशन बना ली? B: हाँ, मैंने इसे ______ ही खत्म कर लिया।
The context implies the person is being proactive and finished the task early.
Match the sentence to the situation.
Sentence: 'आम वक़्त से पहले पक गए हैं।' (The mangoes ripened ahead of time.)
This describes a natural process happening earlier than the usual season.
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ビジュアル学習ツール
Waqt vs Samay
練習問題バンク
4 問題वह हमेशा मीटिंग में ______ से पहले पहुँचता है।
While 'समय' (samay) is also correct, 'वक़्त' (waqt) is the most common fit for this specific phrase in neutral conversation.
Choose the best sentence:
In this context, 'वक़्त से पहले' correctly describes a life ending before its natural expected span.
A: क्या तुमने प्रेजेंटेशन बना ली? B: हाँ, मैंने इसे ______ ही खत्म कर लिया।
The context implies the person is being proactive and finished the task early.
Sentence: 'आम वक़्त से पहले पक गए हैं।' (The mangoes ripened ahead of time.)
This describes a natural process happening earlier than the usual season.
🎉 スコア： /4
よくある質問
10 問Yes, they are 100% interchangeable in most contexts, though 'Waqt' sounds slightly more poetic/conversational.
In India, yes, it can be. Arriving 15-30 minutes after the invited time is often more socially acceptable.
You can say 'वक़्त से पहले पैदा हुआ बच्चा' (Waqt se pehle paida hua baccha).
No. For 'two days ago', use 'do din pehle'.
It is neutral. It's used in both daily speech and formal literature.
The opposite is 'देर से' (der se - late) or 'वक़्त के बाद' (waqt ke baad).
No, for that use 'subah jaldi'. 'Waqt se pehle' requires a specific reference time.
Yes, very frequently to discuss deadlines and project milestones.
In Hindi, comparisons of time and space often use 'se' with 'pehle' and 'baad'.
Yes, 'अपने वक़्त से पहले' (ahead of its time) is used for visionary ideas.
関連フレーズ
वक़्त पर
contrastOn time
वक़्त के बाद
contrastAfter the time / Late
समय से पहले
synonymAhead of time
समय पूर्व
specialized formPremature/Prior
जल्दबाज़ी
similarHaste
