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अप्रभावी

B1 adjective #8,000 よく出る 11分で読める

अप्रभावी

aprabhavi 上位8,000

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解説 अप्रभावी in your Level:

At the A1 level, you don't need to use 'Aprabhavi' often, but you should recognize it as a word that means 'not working.' Imagine you have a toy or a pen. If it doesn't work, you might say 'Yeh kaam nahi kar raha' (This is not working). 'Aprabhavi' is just a more formal way to say that. In A1, we focus on simple sentences like 'Dava aprabhavi hai' (The medicine is ineffective). It is built from two parts: 'A' (not) and 'Prabhavi' (effective). If you know 'Prabhavi' means something has power or influence, 'Aprabhavi' is simply the opposite. Think of it as a 'No-Power' word. You might see this on labels or hear it in very simple news clips. At this stage, focus on the fact that it ends in 'i' and describes a thing that failed to do its job. You don't need to worry about complex grammar; just use it like the word 'bad' or 'useless' in a sentence. For example: 'Yeh idea aprabhavi hai' (This idea is ineffective). It's a great 'power word' to add to your vocabulary early on because it makes you sound more serious and educated than just using basic words like 'kharab' (bad). Even as a beginner, knowing this word helps you understand when a Hindi speaker is giving a negative review of something in a polite or professional way. Just remember: A + Prabhavi = Not Effective.

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At the A2 level, you can start using 'Aprabhavi' to describe results and efforts. You are moving beyond simple objects to simple actions. For instance, if you tried to wake up early but failed, you could say 'Meri koshish aprabhavi rahi' (My effort remained ineffective). At this level, you should notice that 'Aprabhavi' is an adjective that stays the same regardless of whether the noun is masculine or feminine. This is a relief for learners! You can say 'Aprabhavi niyam' (ineffective rule - masculine) and 'Aprabhavi dava' (ineffective medicine - feminine). You will also start to see it in short news headlines or health tips. A2 learners should practice using it with the verb 'hona' (to be) and 'rahna' (to remain). For example, 'Sarkar ki niti aprabhavi hai' (The government's policy is ineffective). You might also hear it in the context of sports—if a player isn't playing well, the commentator might say they are 'aprabhavi' today. It's a useful word for giving feedback. Instead of saying 'Your work is bad,' which is 'Aapka kaam kharab hai,' you can say 'Aapka tarika aprabhavi hai' (Your method is ineffective), which sounds much more constructive. This helps you build better relationships in a Hindi-speaking environment. Practice saying the word slowly: Ap-ra-bhaa-vee. The emphasis is on the third syllable. By the end of A2, you should be comfortable using this word to describe why a plan or a tool didn't work.

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At the B1 level, 'Aprabhavi' becomes a core part of your vocabulary for discussing social issues, health, and work. You are now expected to understand the nuance between 'Aprabhavi' and its synonyms like 'Asarheen' or 'Vifal'. At this stage, you should use 'Aprabhavi' in more complex sentence structures. For example, 'Pradushan rokne ke liye purane tarike ab aprabhavi saabit ho rahe hain' (Old methods for stopping pollution are now proving to be ineffective). Notice the use of 'saabit ho rahe hain' (are proving to be)—this is a very common collocation at this level. You should also be able to use it in professional contexts. If you are writing an email about a project that didn't go well, 'Aprabhavi' is the perfect word to use. It shows you can analyze a situation objectively. You will also encounter this word in literature and more detailed news articles. For instance, an article might discuss why a certain law was 'aprabhavi' due to a lack of public awareness. B1 learners should also start noticing the prefix 'A-' in other words (like 'Asafal' - unsuccessful, 'Adharm' - injustice) to see the pattern. You can also use adverbs to modify it: 'purnatah aprabhavi' (completely ineffective). This level is all about precision. Why was it ineffective? Was it the 'tarika' (method) or the 'madyam' (medium)? Using 'aprabhavi' helps you enter these deeper conversations. It is also a good time to learn the antonym 'Prabhavi' (effective) so you can compare two things: 'Pehli scheme aprabhavi thi, lekin dusri prabhavi hai' (The first scheme was ineffective, but the second is effective).

At the B2 level, you should be able to use 'Aprabhavi' fluently in debates and formal writing. You understand that the word carries a certain weight and can be used to critique systems, ideologies, and complex strategies. You might use it in a sentence like, 'Bhrashtachar ke khilaaf banaye gaye kanoon tab tak aprabhavi rahenge jab tak logon ki mansikta nahi badalti' (Laws made against corruption will remain ineffective until the people's mindset changes). This level of sentence construction requires a good grasp of conjunctions and conditional clauses. You should also be aware of the word's Sanskrit roots and how it fits into the broader 'Prabhav' family (including 'Prabhavit' - affected, 'Prabhavshali' - influential). At B2, you can use 'Aprabhavi' to describe subtle things like the 'aprabhavi prashutan' (ineffective presentation) or 'aprabhavi netritva' (ineffective leadership). You are also expected to recognize it in fast-paced audio, such as podcasts or political speeches, where the speaker might use it to dismiss an opponent's argument. You should be able to discuss the 'effectiveness' of abstract concepts like 'shanti samjhauta' (peace treaty) or 'arthik sudhaar' (economic reforms). The distinction between 'Aprabhavi' and 'Nishprabhavi' (neutralized/nullified) becomes important here. While 'Aprabhavi' means it just didn't work, 'Nishprabhavi' often implies an active process of making something ineffective, like an antidote neutralizing a poison. Mastering these distinctions marks you as an upper-intermediate speaker.

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At the C1 level, your use of 'Aprabhavi' should be indistinguishable from a native speaker's formal usage. You can use it to articulate complex critiques of philosophy, history, and science. You might discuss the 'aprabhavi swaroop' (ineffective form) of a particular artistic movement or the 'aprabhavi kriyanvayan' (ineffective implementation) of a multi-billion dollar project. At this level, you don't just use the word; you analyze the *reasons* for something being 'aprabhavi' using high-level vocabulary. For example: 'Keval sanrachnatmak parivartan paryapt nahi hain; bina jan-bhagidari ke koi bhi niti aprabhavi hi rahegi' (Only structural changes are not enough; without public participation, any policy will remain ineffective). You should also be comfortable with the word in its various registers. You can switch from 'Aprabhavi' in a research paper to 'Be-asar' in a discussion about poetry. You understand the rhetorical power of the word—how using it can diminish an opponent's status without being overtly aggressive. You can also use it in the context of 'Aprabhavi sanchar' (ineffective communication) to describe the breakdown of diplomatic relations. C1 learners should also explore the use of the word in classical Hindi literature where it might appear in more complex compound words. Your ability to use 'Aprabhavi' in the passive voice or within complex subordinate clauses should be seamless. You can also use it to describe the 'waning influence' of historical empires or outdated ideologies with precision and academic rigour.

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At the C2 level, 'Aprabhavi' is a tool in your vast linguistic arsenal that you use with absolute precision and stylistic flair. You understand its etymological journey and its resonance in various Hindi dialects and related languages like Urdu or Punjabi. You can use it to write scholarly articles on public policy, where you might contrast 'aprabhavi' outcomes with 'prabhavkari' (effective/impactful) interventions. A C2 speaker might use the word to describe the 'aprabhavi' nature of modern existence in a philosophical essay, or use it ironically in a high-brow satirical piece. You are capable of identifying when a speaker uses 'aprabhavi' as a euphemism for 'disastrous' and can respond with equal linguistic sophistication. For example, in a high-level diplomatic negotiation, you might say, 'Yadi hum in mool muddon ko ansuna karte hain, toh hamare dwara kiye gaye saare samjhoute antatah aprabhavi siddh honge' (If we ignore these core issues, then all the agreements made by us will ultimately be proved ineffective). Your mastery includes knowing the rarest synonyms and being able to explain the word to others with deep cultural and linguistic context. You can navigate the most dense legal documents where 'aprabhavi' might be used to describe the status of a repealed clause. At this level, the word is not just a vocabulary item; it is a concept that you can manipulate to express the finest shades of meaning in any professional, academic, or literary setting.

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Aprabhavi means ineffective or not producing the desired result.
It is a formal adjective derived from the Sanskrit word 'Prabhav'.
It is commonly used in medical, legal, and professional contexts.
It does not change form for gender or number in Hindi.

The Hindi word अप्रभावी (Aprabhavi) is a sophisticated adjective used to describe something that fails to produce the intended result, lacks influence, or is simply powerless in a given situation. Derived from the Sanskrit root 'Prabhav' (influence/power) with the negating prefix 'A-', it literally translates to 'without influence.' In everyday Hindi, you will encounter this word in formal discussions, news reports, medical contexts, and critical evaluations of performance. It is the direct equivalent of the English word 'ineffective.' When a person uses this word, they are often expressing a sense of disappointment or clinical observation that an action, a law, a medicine, or a strategy did not work as expected. Unlike the word 'bekaar' (useless), which can be quite informal and harsh, aprabhavi carries a more objective, formal tone. It suggests that while the effort was made, the outcome was zero or negligible.

Medical Context: When a doctor says a treatment is 'aprabhavi', they mean the body is not responding to the medication. It is a common term in clinical studies.
Legal and Policy Context: Government policies that fail to reach the masses are often labeled 'aprabhavi' in editorials and political debates.
Personal Performance: If a speech fails to move an audience, the orator's style might be described as 'aprabhavi'.

पुराने कानून अब इस समस्या को सुलझाने में अप्रभावी साबित हो रहे हैं। (Old laws are proving to be ineffective in solving this problem.)

Understanding the nuance of 'Aprabhavi' requires looking at its social application. In Indian culture, where indirectness is often valued in formal settings, calling someone's work 'aprabhavi' is a way to provide critical feedback without using derogatory language. It focuses on the result rather than the person. For instance, a manager might tell an employee that their current strategy is 'aprabhavi', suggesting a need for change rather than an inherent lack of skill. This distinction is crucial for learners who wish to navigate professional environments in North India. Furthermore, the word is frequently paired with 'saabit hona' (to prove to be), creating a common phrasal structure: 'aprabhavi saabit hua'.

यह कीटनाशक मच्छरों पर अप्रभावी है। (This pesticide is ineffective on mosquitoes.)

The word also finds its place in academic writing. When discussing historical figures whose influence waned, historians might describe their later years as 'aprabhavi'. It denotes a loss of the 'Prabhav' (aura/power) they once held. In the realm of psychology, one might talk about 'aprabhavi sanchar' (ineffective communication), which refers to the failure to convey a message clearly. Because Hindi is a highly phonetic language, pronouncing 'A-pra-bhaa-vee' correctly—with a slight emphasis on the 'bhaa'—is essential for clarity. The 'A' is a short vowel, while the 'ee' at the end is long, signifying its function as an adjective. This word is a bridge between everyday speech and high-level literary Hindi, making it a must-know for B1 level learners.

विपक्ष के तर्क संसद में अप्रभावी रहे। (The opposition's arguments remained ineffective in Parliament.)

Using अप्रभावी (Aprabhavi) correctly in a sentence involves understanding its role as an adjective that does not change its form based on the gender or number of the noun it describes. Unlike many Hindi adjectives like 'achha' (good) which becomes 'achhi' or 'achhe', 'aprabhavi' remains constant because it ends in 'i' (ee) which is derived from the Sanskrit 'in' suffix. This makes it relatively easy for English speakers to use. You can place it before a noun or after a linking verb. For example, 'aprabhavi dava' (ineffective medicine) or 'dava aprabhavi hai' (the medicine is ineffective). It is most commonly used with abstract nouns like 'tarika' (method), 'niti' (policy), 'prayas' (effort), and 'shabd' (words).

Before the Noun (Attributive): उसने एक अप्रभावी भाषण दिया। (He gave an ineffective speech.)
After the Noun (Predicative): सरकार की नई योजना अप्रभावी रही। (The government's new scheme remained ineffective.)

बिना अभ्यास के कोई भी तकनीक अप्रभावी होती है। (Without practice, any technique is ineffective.)

To emphasize the degree of ineffectiveness, you can pair it with adverbs like 'bilkul' (completely) or 'purnatah' (entirely). For instance, 'Yah dava bilkul aprabhavi hai' (This medicine is completely ineffective). In formal writing, particularly in journalism, you will see the construction 'aprabhavi saabit hona' (to be proven ineffective). This is a standard way to report on the failure of a project or law. Another common usage is in the negative comparison: 'Utna aprabhavi nahi jitna...' (Not as ineffective as...). When you are describing a person's influence, you might say 'Unka vyaktitva aprabhavi tha' (His personality was lacking influence/ineffective), though this is a bit formal; in a more casual setting, you might just say he wasn't impressive.

क्या आपको लगता है कि यह विज्ञापन अप्रभावी है? (Do you think this advertisement is ineffective?)

In a conversational context, if you want to say something didn't work, you might say 'Kaam nahi kiya' (It didn't work). However, using 'Aprabhavi raha' (It remained ineffective) elevates your speech to a B1/B2 level. It shows you have a command over formal vocabulary. For example, 'Meri koshish aprabhavi rahi' (My effort remained ineffective) sounds more poetic and poignant than 'Meri koshish fail ho gayi' (My effort failed). Use it when you want to describe a system-wide failure or a lack of impact in a broad sense. It is also used in sports commentary when a player's strategy or a team's defense fails to stop the opponent: 'Aaj unki bowling bilkul aprabhavi dikhi' (Today their bowling looked completely ineffective).

शिक्षा के बिना लोकतंत्र अप्रभावी हो जाता है। (Democracy becomes ineffective without education.)

You will encounter अप्रभावी (Aprabhavi) in several specific environments in India. The most prominent is the evening news and newspaper editorials. Journalists use it to critique the 'prashasan' (administration) or 'sarkari nitiyan' (government policies). If a new traffic rule doesn't reduce congestion, the headlines will scream that the rule is 'aprabhavi'. Similarly, in the corporate world, during performance reviews or quarterly meetings, managers use this word to describe marketing campaigns or sales strategies that didn't hit the target. It is a professional way to say 'it didn't work'.

News Headlines: 'प्रदूषण रोकने के उपाय अप्रभावी' (Measures to stop pollution [are] ineffective).
Medical Consultations: A doctor might say, 'Purani medicine ab aprabhavi ho chuki hai' (The old medicine has now become ineffective).
Cricket Commentary: Commentators often say, 'Spinners aaj aprabhavi rahe' (The spinners remained ineffective today).

टीवी पर बहस के दौरान विशेषज्ञ ने योजना को अप्रभावी बताया। (During the TV debate, the expert called the scheme ineffective.)

Another place you will hear this word is in educational institutions. Teachers might describe a student's study method as 'aprabhavi' if they are working hard but not getting results. In this context, it is constructive criticism. In Hindi cinema (Bollywood), specifically in courtroom dramas or political thrillers, characters use this word to challenge the validity of evidence or the power of an opponent. 'Aapki dhamkiyan mujh par aprabhavi hain' (Your threats are ineffective on me) is a classic line for a hero or a strong villain. It sounds much more powerful than saying 'I am not scared'.

रेडियो पर चेतावनी दी गई कि यह दवा बच्चों के लिए अप्रभावी हो सकती है। (A warning was given on the radio that this medicine might be ineffective for children.)

Lastly, in the digital age, you might see this word in app reviews or technology blogs. If a software update fails to fix bugs, Hindi tech reviewers will call it 'aprabhavi update'. It’s a versatile word that spans from ancient Sanskrit roots to modern digital complaints. If you are listening to a Hindi podcast about productivity, the host will likely use 'aprabhavi' when discussing 'bad habits' or 'time-wasting techniques'. It is a word that signals an analytical mindset. When you hear it, pay attention to what is being criticized—it is usually a system, a tool, or a method.

सोशल मीडिया पर यह कैंपेन पूरी तरह अप्रभावी रहा। (This campaign was completely ineffective on social media.)

One of the most common mistakes learners make with अप्रभावी (Aprabhavi) is confusing it with 'bekaar' (useless) or 'kharab' (bad). While something 'aprabhavi' is technically 'bekaar' in that specific situation, 'bekaar' is a very broad term that can mean broken, trashy, or unemployed. 'Aprabhavi' is specific to the *lack of effect*. For example, a working pen that has no ink is 'bekaar', but a medicine that doesn't cure a disease is 'aprabhavi'. Using 'bekaar' in a medical or formal context can sound uneducated or overly emotional.

Mistake: Gender Agreement: Saying 'Aprabhavini' for feminine nouns. *Correction:* There is no 'Aprabhavini' in modern standard Hindi. It is 'Aprabhavi' for all genders.
Mistake: Confusing with 'Aksham': 'Aksham' means 'incapable' (usually referring to a person's ability), whereas 'Aprabhavi' refers to the result of an action or thing.

गलत: वह आदमी अप्रभावी है। (He is ineffective - sounds like he has no presence). सही: उसकी मेहनत अप्रभावी रही। (His hard work remained ineffective.)

Another mistake is the placement of the word. In English, we often say 'The ineffective medicine'. In Hindi, while you can say 'Aprabhavi dava', it is much more common in natural speech to say 'Dava aprabhavi rahi' (The medicine remained ineffective). Beginners often try to translate 'ineffectively' (adverb) by adding a suffix to 'aprabhavi'. However, Hindi usually uses a phrase like 'aprabhavi dhang se' (in an ineffective manner). Don't try to say 'aprabhavitah'—it sounds archaic and is rarely used in conversation.

सावधान: 'वह अप्रभावी है' (It is ineffective) vs 'वह अप्रभावित है' (He is unaffected).

Finally, learners sometimes use 'Aprabhavi' when they mean 'unsuccessful' (vifal). While they are related, 'vifal' is a binary (success/failure), whereas 'aprabhavi' is a qualitative measure of impact. If a movie doesn't make money, it's 'vifal' (failed). If the movie's message didn't change anyone's mind, it was 'aprabhavi' (ineffective). Understanding this distinction will help you express more complex thoughts in Hindi. Avoid using it for physical objects that are broken; for a broken chair, use 'tooti hui', not 'aprabhavi'. 'Aprabhavi' is for things that are *supposed* to have an influence or effect but don't.

शिक्षक ने कहा कि रटना एक अप्रभावी तरीका है। (The teacher said that rote learning is an ineffective method.)

To truly master Hindi, you need to know the synonyms and subtle alternatives for अप्रभावी (Aprabhavi). Depending on the level of formality and the specific context, you might choose a different word. The most common synonym is असरहीन (Asarheen). 'Asar' means effect/impact, and 'heen' means without. This word is very common in spoken Hindi and is slightly less formal than 'aprabhavi'. If you are talking to a friend about a mosquito coil that isn't working, 'asarheen' is a better choice.

Asarheen (असरहीन): Literally 'without effect'. Used more in daily conversation. 'Yah cream asarheen hai'.
Nishprabhavi (निष्प्रभावी): Very formal/legal. Often used when a law is nullified or a poison is neutralized. 'Zeher ko nishprabhavi kar diya gaya'.
Vifal (विफल): Means 'failed'. Used when the entire attempt was a bust. 'Hamara prayas vifal raha'.

तुलना: असरहीन (Casual) vs अप्रभावी (Formal) vs निष्प्रभावी (Technical).

Another alternative is व्यर्थ (Vyarth), which means 'useless' or 'in vain'. Use 'vyarth' when you feel that time or energy was wasted. 'Meri saari mehnat vyarth gayi' (All my hard work went in vain). While 'aprabhavi' is a clinical description of the result, 'vyarth' carries an emotional weight of wastefulness. In contrast, निरर्थक (Nirarthak) means 'meaningless'. Use this for words or arguments that don't make sense. For example, 'Nirarthak baatein mat karo' (Don't talk meaningless things). Understanding these shades of meaning allows you to be more precise in your Hindi communication.

दवा असरहीन थी, इसलिए डॉक्टर ने दूसरी दवा दी। (The medicine was without effect, so the doctor gave another one.)

Lastly, consider the word बेअसर (Be-asar). This is an Urdu-origin word ('be' is a prefix for 'without') and is extremely common in poetry and Bollywood songs. It sounds more melodic than 'aprabhavi'. 'Meri duaayein be-asar rahi' (My prayers remained without effect). If you want to sound romantic or dramatic, 'be-asar' is your best bet. However, in a science lab or a government office, 'aprabhavi' remains the king. By learning these alternatives, you can tailor your Hindi to the room you are in, whether it's a doctor's office, a friend's house, or a poetry reading.

उसकी धमकियाँ मुझ पर बेअसर हैं। (His threats have no effect on me.)

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豆知識

The 'bhā' in the middle of the word is related to the English word 'beam' or 'bright', as 'prabhā' also means light or splendor. So, something 'aprabhavi' is literally something that has lost its 'glow' or 'spark'.

発音ガイド

UK /ə.pɾə.pʰɑː.ʋiː/

US /ə.pɾə.bɑː.viː/

The primary stress is on the third syllable 'bha'.

韻が合う語

Prabhavi (Effective) Nishprabhavi (Neutralized) Saubhagyi (Fortunate - rare) Anubhavi (Experienced) Yashasvi (Famous) Tejasvi (Radiant) Manasvi (Strong-minded) Mayavi (Magical)

よくある間違い

Pronouncing 'A' as 'Ay' like in English 'Ape'. It should be 'u' as in 'up'.
Missing the aspiration on 'bh', making it sound like 'ab-ra-vi'.
Shortening the final 'ee' to a quick 'i'.

難易度

読解 3/5

Easy to read once you know the 'Pra' and 'Bha' conjuncts.

ライティング 4/5

Requires careful writing of the 'bh' and the 'v' to distinguish them.

スピーキング 3/5

The aspirated 'bh' can be tricky for English speakers.

リスニング 3/5

Can be confused with 'Aprabhavit' (unaffected).

次に学ぶべきこと

前提知識

प्रभाव (Prabhav) प्रभावी (Prabhavi) अ- (Prefix) दवा (Dava) काम (Kaam)

次に学ぶ

प्रभावशाली (Prabhavshali) प्रभावित (Prabhavit) असर (Asar) परिणाम (Parinam) विफल (Vifal)

上級

निष्प्रभावी (Nishprabhavi) क्रियान्वयन (Kriyanvayan) प्रासंगिकता (Prasangikta) दक्षता (Dakshta) सक्षमता (Sakshamta)

知っておくべき文法

Negation with 'A-' prefix

Prabhavi (Effective) -> Aprabhavi (Ineffective)

Adjective Invariance

Aprabhavi remains the same for masculine/feminine/plural.

Compound Verb 'Saabit Hona'

Yojna aprabhavi saabit hui (The scheme proved ineffective).

Use of 'Raha/Rahi' for duration

Koshish aprabhavi rahi (The effort remained ineffective).

Adverbial formation with 'Roop se'

Aprabhavi roop se (Ineffectively).

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レベル別の例文

यह दवा अप्रभावी है।

This medicine is ineffective.

Subject (Yeh dava) + Adjective (aprabhavi) + Verb (hai).

उसका काम अप्रभावी था।

His work was ineffective.

'Tha' is the past tense of 'hai'.

यह पेन अप्रभावी है।

This pen is ineffective (not working).

'Aprabhavi' describes the quality of the pen.

क्या यह तरीका अप्रभावी है?

Is this method ineffective?

'Kya' at the beginning makes it a question.

मेरा विचार अप्रभावी रहा।

My idea remained ineffective.

'Raha' means 'remained' or 'stayed'.

यह विज्ञापन अप्रभावी है।

This advertisement is ineffective.

Simple present tense.

वह योजना अप्रभावी थी।

That plan was ineffective.

Feminine noun 'yojna' but 'aprabhavi' stays the same.

यह क्रीम अप्रभावी है।

This cream is ineffective.

Common use in consumer goods.

पुलिस की कोशिशें अप्रभावी रहीं।

The police's efforts remained ineffective.

Plural feminine subject 'koshishein' makes the verb 'rahin'.

पुरानी मशीन अब अप्रभावी हो गई है।

The old machine has now become ineffective.

'Ho gayi hai' indicates a change in state.

उसका भाषण बहुत अप्रभावी था।

His speech was very ineffective.

'Bahut' is an intensifier meaning 'very'.

यह नियम इस शहर में अप्रभावी है।

This rule is ineffective in this city.

Locative case 'shahar mein' (in the city).

क्या आपकी दवा अप्रभावी साबित हुई?

Did your medicine prove to be ineffective?

'Saabit hui' is a common phrase meaning 'proved to be'.

बिना पानी के खाद अप्रभावी होती है।

Fertilizer is ineffective without water.

'Bina' means 'without'.

नया कानून अप्रभावी लग रहा है।

The new law seems ineffective.

'Lag raha hai' means 'seems' or 'looks like'.

उसकी सलाह मेरे लिए अप्रभावी थी।

His advice was ineffective for me.

'Mere liye' means 'for me'.

सरकार की आर्थिक नीतियां अप्रभावी साबित हो रही हैं।

The government's economic policies are proving to be ineffective.

Continuous tense 'ho rahi hain'.

प्रदूषण को रोकने के सभी उपाय अप्रभावी रहे।

All measures to stop pollution remained ineffective.

'Sabhi upaye' means 'all measures'.

शिक्षक ने कहा कि यह अध्ययन पद्धति अप्रभावी है।

The teacher said that this study method is ineffective.

Indirect speech using 'ki'.

उसका नेतृत्व संकट के समय अप्रभावी रहा।

His leadership remained ineffective during the time of crisis.

'Sankat ke samay' is a time phrase.

बिना टीम वर्क के कोई भी रणनीति अप्रभावी होती है।

Without teamwork, any strategy is ineffective.

General truth using simple present.

यह कीटनाशक अब इन कीड़ों पर अप्रभावी है।

This pesticide is now ineffective on these insects.

'In keedon par' (on these insects).

उसकी दलीलें अदालत में अप्रभावी रहीं।

His arguments remained ineffective in court.

Plural feminine 'daleelen'.

क्या आपको लगता है कि यह विज्ञापन अभियान अप्रभावी था?

Do you think this advertising campaign was ineffective?

Complex question structure.

भ्रष्टाचार के खिलाफ कड़े कानून भी अप्रभावी साबित हुए हैं।

Even strict laws against corruption have proved to be ineffective.

Use of 'bhi' (even/also) for emphasis.

जब तक जनता जागरूक नहीं होगी, योजनाएं अप्रभावी ही रहेंगी।

As long as the public is not aware, schemes will remain ineffective.

Conditional 'Jab tak... tab tak' (implied).

उसका प्रभावशाली व्यक्तित्व अब राजनीति में अप्रभावी लग रहा है।

His influential personality now seems ineffective in politics.

Contrast between 'prabhavshali' and 'aprabhavi'.

वैज्ञानिकों ने पाया कि पुरानी वैक्सीन नए वायरस पर अप्रभावी है।

Scientists found that the old vaccine is ineffective on the new virus.

Past tense 'paya' (found).

विपक्ष का विरोध सरकार के निर्णय पर अप्रभावी रहा।

The opposition's protest remained ineffective on the government's decision.

Possessive 'Sarkar ke nirnay' (Government's decision).

बिना तकनीकी सहायता के यह प्रक्रिया अत्यंत अप्रभावी है।

Without technical assistance, this process is extremely ineffective.

'Atyant' means 'extremely'.

उसकी माफी उसके किए गए नुकसान के सामने अप्रभावी थी।

His apology was ineffective in the face of the damage he caused.

'Ke saamne' means 'in front of' or 'in the face of'.

यह फिल्म अपनी कमजोर पटकथा के कारण अप्रभावी रही।

This film remained ineffective due to its weak screenplay.

'Ke kaaran' means 'due to'.

वैश्वीकरण के इस दौर में पारंपरिक व्यापारिक मॉडल अप्रभावी हो गए हैं।

In this era of globalization, traditional business models have become ineffective.

Formal vocabulary like 'Vaishvikaran' and 'Paaramparik'.

लेखक का तर्क सामाजिक असमानता को दूर करने में अप्रभावी प्रतीत होता है।

The author's argument appears ineffective in removing social inequality.

'Prateet hota hai' means 'appears to be' (highly formal).

संवादहीनता के कारण कूटनीतिक प्रयास अक्सर अप्रभावी रह जाते हैं।

Due to a lack of communication, diplomatic efforts often remain ineffective.

'Samvadheenata' (lack of dialogue) is a C1 level noun.

शिक्षा प्रणाली में सुधार के बिना केवल बजट बढ़ाना अप्रभावी होगा।

Without reforming the education system, merely increasing the budget will be ineffective.

Future tense 'hoga'.

उसकी वक्तृत्व कला तथ्यों की कमी के कारण अप्रभावी रही।

His oratory skills remained ineffective due to a lack of facts.

'Vaktritva kala' means 'art of oratory'.

यह शोध पत्र बताता है कि वर्तमान कानून अपराध दर कम करने में अप्रभावी हैं।

This research paper states that current laws are ineffective in reducing the crime rate.

Reporting verb 'batata hai'.

मनोवैज्ञानिकों के अनुसार, दंड देना अक्सर दीर्घकालिक रूप से अप्रभावी होता है।

According to psychologists, giving punishment is often ineffective in the long term.

'Deerghkalik roop se' (in the long term).

उसकी आलोचना उसकी अपनी विफलताओं के कारण अप्रभावी हो गई।

His criticism became ineffective because of his own failures.

Reflexive 'apni'.

उत्तर-आधुनिकतावादी विमर्श में सार्वभौमिक सत्य की अवधारणा अप्रभावी मानी जाती है।

In postmodern discourse, the concept of universal truth is considered ineffective.

Extremely academic vocabulary ('Vimarsh', 'Saarvbhaumik').

संस्थागत भ्रष्टाचार के आगे व्यक्तिगत ईमानदारी अक्सर अप्रभावी सिद्ध होती है।

In the face of institutional corruption, individual honesty often proves to be ineffective.

'Ke aage' (in front of/against).

ऐतिहासिक परिप्रेक्ष्य में देखें तो वे सुधार तत्कालीन समाज के लिए अप्रभावी थे।

Looking from a historical perspective, those reforms were ineffective for the society of that time.

'Tatkaleen' (of that time).

इस जटिल दार्शनिक प्रश्न का समाधान खोजने में तर्कशास्त्र अप्रभावी रहा है।

Logic has been ineffective in finding a solution to this complex philosophical question.

'Tarkshastra' (Logic/Philosophy of logic).

जलवायु परिवर्तन की भयावहता के समक्ष वर्तमान वैश्विक प्रयास अत्यंत अप्रभावी हैं।

In the face of the horrors of climate change, current global efforts are extremely ineffective.

'Samaksh' (in the presence of/before).

भाषा की सीमाओं के कारण गहरी संवेदनाओं को व्यक्त करना कभी-कभी अप्रभावी हो जाता है।

Due to the limitations of language, expressing deep emotions sometimes becomes ineffective.

'Seemao' (plural of 'seema' - boundary/limit).

सत्ता के विकेंद्रीकरण के अभाव में जमीनी स्तर पर विकास कार्य अप्रभावी रहते हैं।

In the absence of decentralization of power, development work at the grass-roots level remains ineffective.

'Abhav mein' (in the absence of).

उनकी कूटनीतिक चालें उनके प्रतिद्वंद्वी की दूरदर्शिता के कारण अप्रभावी हो गईं।

Their diplomatic moves became ineffective due to their rival's foresight.

'Door-darshita' (foresight).

よく使う組み合わせ

अप्रभावी साबित होना

पूरी तरह अप्रभावी

अप्रभावी नेतृत्व

अप्रभावी संचार

अप्रभावी नीति

अप्रभावी तरीका

अप्रभावी दवा

अप्रभावी विज्ञापन

अप्रभावी नियंत्रण

अप्रभावी तर्क

よく使うフレーズ

अप्रभावी रहना

— To remain without effect or impact over a period of time.

मेरी सारी चेतावनियाँ अप्रभावी रहीं।

अप्रभावी बनाना

— To make something lose its effect or influence.

उसने अपने प्रतिद्वंद्वी की चाल को अप्रभावी बना दिया।

अप्रभावी सिद्ध होना

— A very formal way to say 'to be proven ineffective'.

यह प्रयोग अंततः अप्रभावी सिद्ध हुआ।

अप्रभावी रूप से

— In an ineffective manner (adverbial phrase).

उसने बहुत अप्रभावी रूप से अपनी बात रखी।

अत्यंत अप्रभावी

— Extremely ineffective; used for strong emphasis.

यह फिल्म अत्यंत अप्रभावी थी।

तुलनात्मक रूप से अप्रभावी

— Comparatively ineffective.

यह मॉडल पुराने के मुकाबले तुलनात्मक रूप से अप्रभावी है।

अप्रभावी कानून

— A law that exists but is not enforced or followed.

अप्रभावी कानून समाज के लिए बोझ हैं।

अप्रभावी प्रणाली

— An ineffective system or process.

हमें इस अप्रभावी प्रणाली को बदलना होगा।

अप्रभावी समाधान

— A solution that doesn't actually solve the problem.

यह समस्या का एक अप्रभावी समाधान है।

अप्रभावी विरोध

— A protest or opposition that carries no weight.

जनता का अप्रभावी विरोध सरकार को नहीं रोक सका।

よく混同される語

अप्रभावी vs Aprabhavit (अप्रभावित)

Means 'unaffected'. 'He was unaffected by the news' vs 'The news was ineffective'.

अप्रभावी vs Aksham (अक्षम)

Means 'incapable'. Refers to ability, while 'aprabhavi' refers to result.

अप्रभावी vs Vifal (विफल)

Means 'failed'. A total failure vs just lacking impact.

慣用句と表現

"नकार खाने में तूती की आवाज़"

— An ineffective voice in a place of great noise or power. Similar to being ineffective.

उसकी सलाह वहां नकार खाने में तूती की आवाज़ जैसी अप्रभावी थी।

Literary/Idiomatic

"भैंस के आगे बीन बजाना"

— To do something ineffective, like playing a flute to a buffalo who won't understand.

उसे समझाना भैंस के आगे बीन बजाने जैसा अप्रभावी है।

Colloquial

"दीवार से सिर टकराना"

— To engage in an ineffective, futile action.

उस भ्रष्ट अधिकारी से बात करना दीवार से सिर टकराने जैसा अप्रभावी है।

Common

"हवा में तीर चलाना"

— To make an ineffective, random effort without a target.

बिना योजना के काम करना हवा में तीर चलाने जैसा अप्रभावी है।

Common

"मिट्टी में मिलना"

— When an effort becomes ineffective and goes to waste.

उसकी सारी मेहनत मिट्टी में मिल गई और अप्रभावी रही।

Common

"पानी फेर देना"

— To make someone's effort ineffective by ruining it.

बारिश ने हमारी सारी तैयारी पर पानी फेर दिया और उसे अप्रभावी बना दिया।

Common

"काठ की हांडी"

— Something that is ineffective or won't work a second time.

झूठ की काठ की हांडी बार-बार नहीं चढ़ती, वह अंततः अप्रभावी होती है।

Proverbial

"ऊँट के मुँह में जीरा"

— Something so small that it is ineffective for the requirement.

इतनी बड़ी समस्या के लिए यह छोटा सा फंड ऊँट के मुँह में जीरा जैसा अप्रभावी है।

Common

"बालू से तेल निकालना"

— To try something impossible and thus ineffective.

इस पुराने कंप्यूटर से तेज़ काम की उम्मीद करना बालू से तेल निकालने जैसा अप्रभावी है।

Idiomatic

"कोल्हू का बैल"

— Working hard but in an ineffective circle without progress.

वह कोल्हू के बैल की तरह मेहनत कर रहा है, पर उसका तरीका अप्रभावी है।

Common

間違えやすい

अप्रभावी vs अप्रभावित (Aprabhavit)

Similar sound and same root.

Aprabhavi describes the *thing* that has no effect. Aprabhavit describes the *person* who was not moved or changed by something.

Dava aprabhavi thi (Medicine was ineffective). Wah aprabhavit raha (He was unaffected).

अप्रभावी vs अस्पष्ट (Aspasht)

Both are negative qualities of communication.

Aspasht means 'unclear'. Aprabhavi means 'ineffective'. Something can be clear but still ineffective.

Uska sandesh aspasht tha (His message was unclear).

अप्रभावी vs बेकार (Bekaar)

Both mean something doesn't work.

Bekaar is for things that are broken or useless in general. Aprabhavi is for things that fail to have a specific influence.

Yeh raddi kagaz bekaar hai (This scrap paper is useless).

अप्रभावी vs दुर्बल (Durbal)

Both imply a lack of power.

Durbal means physically weak. Aprabhavi means lacking in impact or result.

Wah bimaari se durbal ho gaya (He became weak from illness).

अप्रभावी vs निरर्थक (Nirarthak)

Both describe a lack of positive outcome.

Nirarthak means 'meaningless' or 'without purpose'. Aprabhavi means 'without effect'.

Nirarthak shabdon ka prayog na karen (Do not use meaningless words).

文型パターン

[Noun] aprabhavi hai.

Dava aprabhavi hai.

[Noun] [Adverb] aprabhavi tha.

Bhashan bahut aprabhavi tha.

[Noun] aprabhavi saabit hua.

Niyam aprabhavi saabit hua.

Jab tak [Condition], tab tak [Noun] aprabhavi rahega.

Jab tak tum mehnat nahi karoge, salah aprabhavi rahegi.

[Abstract Noun] ke abhav mein [Noun] aprabhavi hota hai.

Tathyoon ke abhav mein tark aprabhavi hota hai.

[Complex Context] ke samaksh [Noun] aprabhavi siddh hota hai.

Vigyan ke samaksh chamatkar aprabhavi siddh hote hain.

[Noun] par [Noun] aprabhavi hai.

Keedon par dava aprabhavi hai.

Meri [Effort] aprabhavi rahi.

Meri koshish aprabhavi rahi.

語族

名詞

動詞

形容詞

使い方

frequency

Common in news, health, and professional settings. Less common in casual street slang.

よくある間違い

Using 'Aprabhavi' for a broken physical object. → Kharaab (Bad/Broken)
Aprabhavi is for lack of influence/result, not physical breakage. A broken chair is not 'aprabhavi', it's 'tooti hui'.
Adding feminine endings like 'Aprabhavini'. → Aprabhavi
This adjective is invariable. It does not change based on gender.
Confusing 'Aprabhavi' with 'Aprabhavit'. → Aprabhavi (Ineffective) / Aprabhavit (Unaffected)
They sound similar but describe different things: the cause vs. the subject.
Using 'Aprabhavi' to mean 'bad taste'. → Beswad (Tasteless)
Aprabhavi is not used for sensory qualities like taste or smell.
Saying 'Aprabhavitah' for 'ineffectively'. → Aprabhavi dhang se
Hindi doesn't use the '-tah' suffix commonly for this word in modern speech.

ヒント

Build Word Families

Learn 'Prabhav' (noun) and 'Prabhavi' (adjective) together. This helps you see the logic in Hindi word formation.

The 'Bh' Sound

Place your hand in front of your mouth. You should feel a puff of air when you say 'Bha' in Aprabhavi. If not, you're not aspirating enough!

Adjective Placement

While you can say 'Aprabhavi dava', try saying 'Dava aprabhavi rahi' to sound more like a native speaker describing a result.

Formal Tone

Use 'Aprabhavi' in your Hindi exams or job interviews. It signals that you have reached an intermediate level of literacy.

Check the Result

Before using the word, ask: 'Is there a result that didn't happen?' If yes, 'Aprabhavi' is likely the right word.

Use with 'Saabit'

The phrase 'Aprabhavi saabit hona' is a high-frequency collocation. Use it when writing reports.

Listen for News

Watch Hindi news debates. You will hear this word whenever experts discuss government policies.

The 'A' Rule

The prefix 'A-' in Hindi is almost always a negator. If you see 'A-' before a positive word, it's likely the negative version.

Be Precise

In India, people appreciate precision in formal Hindi. Using 'Aprabhavi' shows you are paying attention to the details of the situation.

Daily Review

Try to think of one 'aprabhavi' thing you saw today. It could be a slow internet connection or a confusing road sign.

暗記しよう

記憶術

Think of 'A-Prabha-Vi'. 'A' means 'NOT'. 'Prabha' is a common Indian name meaning 'Light/Glow'. 'Vi' sounds like 'Very'. So, 'NOT very glowing' = Ineffective.

視覚的連想

Imagine a lightbulb with a big red 'X' over it. The lightbulb is trying to turn on (Prabhavi) but it stays dark (Aprabhavi).

Word Web

Ineffective Zero Impact Weak Medicine Failed Policy Boring Speech No Result Useless Method Powerless

チャレンジ

Try to find three things in your house today that are 'aprabhavi' (e.g., an old battery, a blunt knife, or a confusing instruction manual) and say 'Yeh [object] aprabhavi hai' out loud.

語源

Derived from Sanskrit 'अ-' (a-) + 'प्रभाव' (prabhāva) + '-इन्' (-in). The prefix 'a-' is a standard Indo-European negator. 'Prabhāva' comes from 'pra-' (forward/forth) + 'bhū' (to be/become), literally meaning 'to arise or manifest power'.

元の意味： In Sanskrit, it referred to something lacking 'Tejas' or the inherent power to manifest a change.

Indo-Aryan (Sanskrit origin)

文化的な背景

It is a polite way to criticize. Use it instead of 'bekaar' to avoid sounding rude in professional settings.

English speakers often use 'it doesn't work' for everything. In Hindi, 'aprabhavi' is specifically for things that should have an effect but don't. It's more like 'inefficacious'.

Used in Hindi newspapers like 'Dainik Jagran' to critique government schemes. Commonly heard in 'Mann Ki Baat' (PM's radio show) when discussing social evils. Found in the Hindi translation of 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People' (Prabhavshali Logon ki 7 Aadatein) to describe the opposite habits.

実生活で練習する

実際の使用場面

Health and Medicine

Aprabhavi ilaj (Ineffective treatment)
Dava aprabhavi hai (Medicine is ineffective)
Aprabhavi parinam (Ineffective result)
Aprabhavi khuraak (Ineffective dose)

Politics and Law

Aprabhavi niti (Ineffective policy)
Aprabhavi kanoon (Ineffective law)
Aprabhavi netritva (Ineffective leadership)
Aprabhavi prashasan (Ineffective administration)

Business and Marketing

Aprabhavi vigyapan (Ineffective ad)
Aprabhavi ran-niti (Ineffective strategy)
Aprabhavi sanchar (Ineffective communication)
Aprabhavi prastuti (Ineffective presentation)

Education

Aprabhavi shikshan (Ineffective teaching)
Aprabhavi paddhati (Ineffective method)
Aprabhavi abhyas (Ineffective practice)
Aprabhavi seekh (Ineffective learning)

Personal Relationships

Aprabhavi maafi (Ineffective apology)
Aprabhavi samjhauna (Ineffective persuasion)
Aprabhavi gussa (Ineffective anger)
Aprabhavi salah (Ineffective advice)

会話のきっかけ

"क्या आपको लगता है कि यह नई फिल्म अप्रभावी थी? (Do you think this new movie was ineffective?)"

"इस समस्या के लिए सबसे अप्रभावी तरीका क्या है? (What is the most ineffective way for this problem?)"

"क्या आपकी पुरानी दवा अब अप्रभावी हो गई है? (Has your old medicine become ineffective now?)"

"काम पर अप्रभावी संचार को कैसे ठीक करें? (How to fix ineffective communication at work?)"

"कौन सी सरकारी योजना आपको अप्रभावी लगती है? (Which government scheme do you find ineffective?)"

日記のテーマ

आज के दिन का कोई ऐसा काम लिखें जो अप्रभावी रहा और क्यों। (Write about a task today that was ineffective and why.)

अपने जीवन की एक ऐसी घटना बताएं जब आपकी सलाह अप्रभावी रही। (Describe an event in your life when your advice was ineffective.)

क्या आपको लगता है कि सोशल मीडिया प्रदूषण के खिलाफ अप्रभावी है? (Do you think social media is ineffective against pollution?)

एक अप्रभावी नेता के गुणों के बारे में लिखें। (Write about the qualities of an ineffective leader.)

आप अपनी पढ़ाई के अप्रभावी तरीकों को कैसे बदलेंगे? (How will you change your ineffective study methods?)

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No, 'Aprabhavi' is used for things that are meant to have an influence or effect, like medicine or a speech. For a broken car, use 'kharaab' or 'tooti hui'.

Yes, it is very polite and professional. It is much better to say someone's strategy is 'aprabhavi' than to call it 'bekaar' (useless).

The opposite is 'Prabhavi', which means effective. You can also use 'Asardar' for a more common, everyday alternative.

No, it is an invariable adjective. It stays 'Aprabhavi' for masculine, feminine, singular, and plural nouns.

Use 'Aprabhavi' in formal writing, news reports, or professional meetings. Use 'Asarheen' in casual conversations with friends or family.

While Urdu speakers understand it, they are more likely to use 'Be-asar' or 'Ghair-moassar'. 'Aprabhavi' is specifically Hindi/Sanskrit.

You can, but it usually refers to their influence or personality (e.g., 'Unka vyaktitva aprabhavi tha'). It doesn't mean they are a bad person, just not influential.

Hindi doesn't have a single word for it. You should use the phrase 'aprabhavi dhang se' or 'aprabhavi roop se'.

No, it's too formal for most songs. Songwriters prefer 'Be-asar' because it sounds more poetic and fits the rhythm better.

Only if the food was meant to have a specific effect, like a health supplement. You wouldn't use it to say food tastes bad; use 'swadheen' or 'kharab' instead.

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