चिड़चिड़ा
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- Chiṛchiṛā means irritable or grumpy.
- It changes ending based on gender (ā/ī/e).
- Commonly used for lack of sleep or hunger.
- It describes both temporary moods and personality traits.
The Hindi word चिड़चिड़ा (Chiṛchiṛā) is a quintessential adjective used to describe a specific state of mind or a personality trait characterized by irritability, grumpiness, or being easily annoyed. In the vast landscape of Hindi emotional vocabulary, this word occupies a central space, bridging the gap between mild annoyance and full-blown anger. It is most frequently used to describe someone who is 'on edge' or 'cranky,' often due to external factors like lack of sleep, hunger, or physical discomfort. Understanding this word requires looking beyond a simple dictionary definition; it encapsulates a physical and mental restlessness that manifests as snapping at others or losing patience over trivial matters.
- Core Concept
- The word is derived from the root 'चिढ़' (chiṛ), which refers to irritation or being teased. When you call someone 'चिड़चिड़ा', you are suggesting they have a low threshold for frustration at that moment.
- Grammatical Flexibility
- As an adjective ending in 'ā', it changes its form to match the gender and number of the noun it describes: 'चिड़चिड़ा' (masculine singular), 'चिड़चिड़ी' (feminine singular), and 'चिड़चिड़े' (plural/honorific).
वह सुबह-सुबह बहुत चिड़चिड़ा रहता है। (He remains very irritable early in the morning.)
In Indian households, you will often hear this word used in the context of health. If a child is teething or has a fever, the parents might say 'बच्चा चिड़चिड़ा हो गया है' (The child has become irritable). It is also the perfect word for 'hangry' (hunger + angry). If someone hasn't eaten all day and starts complaining about small things, they are definitely 'चिड़चिड़ा'. It is less about being a 'bad person' and more about a temporary state of being 'out of sorts.' However, if used as a permanent descriptor, like 'वह एक चिड़चिड़ा इंसान है' (He is an irritable person), it implies a long-term personality flaw where the person is habitually grumpy or cynical.
नींद पूरी न होने के कारण मैं चिड़चिड़ी हो रही हूँ। (I am becoming irritable because of lack of sleep.)
Cultural nuances also play a role. In high-stress environments like crowded local trains in Mumbai or traffic jams in Delhi, 'चिड़चिड़ापन' (the noun form, meaning irritability) is a common collective experience. People use the word to apologize for their behavior too: 'माफ़ करना, मैं आज थोड़ा चिड़चिड़ा हूँ' (Sorry, I am a bit irritable today). This shows a level of self-awareness about one's mood. It is also a word frequently used in medical consultations in India to describe symptoms of depression, anxiety, or hormonal changes (like PMS), making it a versatile term that spans from casual daily life to clinical settings.
- Situational Usage
- Commonly used when discussing the elderly who might be frustrated with modern changes, or toddlers who cannot express their needs. It captures that 'fretful' energy perfectly.
ज़्यादा शोर-शराबे से दादाजी चिड़चिड़े हो जाते हैं। (Grandfather becomes irritable with too much noise.)
To wrap up, 'चिड़चिड़ा' is a word that helps you navigate social interactions by pinpointing a specific type of negative mood that isn't quite 'hostility' but is certainly 'unpleasantness.' Whether it's the weather (heat often makes people chiṛchiṛā in India), health, or just a bad day, this word covers the entire spectrum of being 'fed up' and 'snappy.'
Using चिड़चिड़ा correctly in a sentence requires an understanding of Hindi's gender-agreement rules and the specific contexts where irritability is expressed. Because it is an 'ā-ending' adjective, it is highly reactive to the noun it modifies. Let's break down the sentence structures and common patterns you will encounter when using this word in daily Hindi conversation.
- Subject-Adjective Agreement
- If the subject is male, use 'चिड़चिड़ा' (Chiṛchiṛā). If female, use 'चिड़चिड़ी' (Chiṛchiṛī). If plural or respectful (like referring to a teacher or father), use 'चिड़चिड़े' (Chiṛchiṛe).
उसका व्यवहार बहुत चिड़चिड़ा है। (His behavior is very irritable.)
One of the most common sentence patterns involves the verb 'होना' (to be/become). We often describe people 'becoming' irritable due to a reason. The structure is: [Reason] + [के कारण/की वजह से] + [Subject] + [चिड़चिड़ा] + [हो गया/गई/गए]. For example, 'गर्मी की वजह से सब चिड़चिड़े हो रहे हैं' (Everyone is becoming irritable because of the heat). This highlights that the state is often reactive and temporary.
बीमारी में इंसान अक्सर चिड़चिड़ा हो जाता है। (A person often becomes irritable during illness.)
You can also use it to describe a person's nature using the verb 'रहना' (to remain/stay). If someone is habitually grumpy, you would say, 'वह हमेशा चिड़चिड़ा रहता है' (He always remains irritable). This shifts the meaning from a temporary mood to a personality trait. Another interesting use is in the noun form 'चिड़चिड़ापन' (irritability). You might say, 'उसमें आजकल बहुत चिड़चिड़ापन है' (There is a lot of irritability in him these days).
In questions, you might ask someone why they are acting that way: 'तुम इतने चिड़चिड़े क्यों हो रहे हो?' (Why are you being so irritable?). This is a common way to confront someone who is being snappy. It's also used in comparative sentences: 'वह अपने भाई से ज़्यादा चिड़चिड़ा है' (He is more irritable than his brother). Understanding these patterns allows you to describe a wide range of human emotions and social dynamics effectively.
- Common Intensifiers
- Words like 'बहुत' (very), 'काफ़ी' (quite), or 'बेवजह' (without reason) are often paired with 'चिड़चिड़ा' to add depth to the description.
वह बेवजह चिड़चिड़ी हो जाती है। (She becomes irritable without any reason.)
Finally, remember that in formal writing, 'चिड़चिड़ा' might be replaced by more Sanskritized terms like 'क्रोधपूर्ण' or 'चिड़चिड़ाहट युक्त', but in 99% of spoken Hindi, across all levels of society, 'चिड़चिड़ा' is the standard, most natural word to use. It perfectly captures the essence of being 'cranky' in a way that everyone understands instantly.
To truly master चिड़चिड़ा, you need to know where it pops up in real-life Hindi conversations. It is not a 'bookish' word; it is deeply embedded in the daily fabric of Indian life. From the kitchen to the corporate office, from Bollywood movies to doctor's clinics, this word is everywhere. Let's explore the common scenarios where you will hear it most frequently.
- Scenario 1: The Indian Summer
- India's intense heat is a major trigger for irritability. You'll often hear people say, 'इस गर्मी ने सबको चिड़चिड़ा बना दिया है' (This heat has made everyone irritable). It’s a shared cultural complaint.
पसीने और उमस से लोग चिड़चिड़े हो जाते हैं। (People become irritable due to sweat and humidity.)
In Bollywood cinema, the 'चिड़चिड़ा' character is a classic trope. Think of the 'khadoos' (grumpy) neighbor who doesn't return the kids' cricket ball, or the strict father who snaps at everyone until his daughter does something charming to melt his heart. In movies like 'Piku,' Amitabh Bachchan’s character is a masterclass in being 'चिड़चिड़ा'—his irritability is a central part of his charm and the plot's conflict. Hearing the word in such contexts helps you understand its nuances—it’s often used for someone who is lovable but difficult to deal with.
Another place you'll hear it is in the health and wellness sector. Hindi news channels often have segments on 'चिड़चिड़ापन कैसे दूर करें' (How to remove irritability). Doctors use it to describe symptoms of stress or nutritional deficiencies. If you go to a pediatrician in India, they might ask, 'क्या बच्चा चिड़चिड़ा रहता है?' (Does the child remain irritable?). Here, it’s a clinical observation of a child's temperament. It’s also common in office settings, where colleagues might whisper about a 'चिड़चिड़ा बॉस' (irritable boss) who is under a lot of pressure from the management.
- Scenario 2: Lack of Resources
- In situations like long queues for government work or waiting for a delayed train, you'll hear people commenting on each other's 'चिड़चिड़ा स्वभाव' (irritable nature) as tensions rise.
भूख के मारे वह चिड़चिड़ी हो रही थी। (She was becoming irritable because of hunger.)
Finally, you’ll hear it in intimate relationships. Partners often use it to check in on each other. 'आज तुम इतने चिड़चिड़े क्यों हो? सब ठीक तो है?' (Why are you so irritable today? Is everything okay?). This usage shows that the word can also be a gateway to empathy, acknowledging that someone is not their usual self. Whether it's a casual remark about the weather or a serious discussion about health, 'चिड़चिड़ा' is a word that rings true in every corner of Hindi-speaking life.
While चिड़चिड़ा is a common word, learners often trip over its pronunciation, gender agreement, and contextual nuances. Avoiding these mistakes will make your Hindi sound much more natural and fluent. Let's look at the most frequent errors and how to fix them.
- Mistake 1: The Retroflex 'ṛ' (ड़)
- The biggest hurdle for English speakers is the sound 'ड़'. Many pronounce it as a simple 'd' or 'r'. It's actually a retroflex flap. If you say 'Chid-chida' with a hard 'd', it sounds foreign. You must flap your tongue against the roof of your mouth.
Incorrect: वह बहुत चिड़चिड़ा (pronounced with a hard 'D'). Correct: Use the flap sound 'ṛ'.
Another common mistake is failing to change the ending based on gender. Because English adjectives like 'irritable' are gender-neutral, learners often use 'चिड़चिड़ा' for everyone. In Hindi, saying 'मेरी माँ चिड़चिड़ा है' (My mother is irritable - masculine) is grammatically incorrect and sounds jarring. It must be 'मेरी माँ चिड़चिड़ी है'. Similarly, for a group of people, use 'चिड़चिड़े'. This agreement is crucial for basic Hindi fluency.
Contextual confusion is also frequent. Learners sometimes confuse 'चिड़चिड़ा' (irritable) with 'गुस्सैल' (angry/hot-tempered). While they are related, they aren't the same. 'गुस्सैल' describes someone who gets into rages or loses their temper violently. 'चिड़चिड़ा' describes someone who is petty, snappy, and annoyed by small things. Using 'गुस्सैल' for a tired toddler might be too strong, while using 'चिड़चिड़ा' for a violent criminal would be too weak. Understanding the intensity is key.
- Mistake 2: Confusing the Noun and Adjective
- Don't confuse 'चिड़चिड़ा' (the adjective) with 'चिड़चिड़ाहट' (the noun). You can't say 'I have irritable' (मुझे चिड़चिड़ा है). You must say 'I am irritable' (मैं चिड़चिड़ा हूँ) or 'I have irritability' (मुझे चिड़चिड़ाहट हो रही है).
Incorrect: वह चिड़चिड़ाहट है। Correct: वह चिड़चिड़ा है। (He is irritable.)
Finally, some learners overuse the word. In Hindi, there are many synonyms for different types of annoyance (like 'परेशान' for troubled or 'तंग' for fed up). If you use 'चिड़चिड़ा' for every negative emotion, your vocabulary will seem limited. Try to use it specifically for that 'snappy, grumpy' feeling that comes from discomfort or low patience. By paying attention to these details, you'll use 'चिड़चिड़ा' like a native speaker in no time.
While चिड़चिड़ा is a fantastic word, Hindi offers a rich palette of synonyms and related terms that can help you express different shades of irritability and annoyance. Knowing these alternatives will allow you to be more precise in your descriptions. Let's compare 'चिड़चिड़ा' with some of its close cousins.
- चिड़चिड़ा vs. गुस्सैल (Gussail)
- 'चिड़चिड़ा' is about being snappy and easily annoyed (peevish). 'गुस्सैल' is about having a hot temper and getting genuinely angry. Use the former for a tired friend and the latter for someone with 'anger issues'.
- चिड़चिड़ा vs. बदमिज़ाज (Badmizāaj)
- 'बदमिज़ाज' (literally: bad-natured/ill-tempered) is a more formal and slightly stronger term. While 'चिड़चिड़ा' can be temporary, 'बदमिज़ाज' often implies a permanent negative disposition. It is a more sophisticated way to describe a grumpy person.
वह एक बदमिज़ाज बूढ़ा है। (He is an ill-tempered old man.) vs वह आज चिड़चिड़ा है। (He is irritable today.)
Another interesting alternative is 'खड़ूस' (Khaḍoos). This is a very common slang/informal word in Hindi. It describes someone who is not just irritable but also rude, stubborn, and difficult to talk to. It’s the perfect word for that 'grumpy old man' stereotype. If 'चिड़चिड़ा' is the feeling, 'खड़ूस' is the persona. You might also hear 'तंग-मिज़ाज' (Tang-mizāaj), which is a poetic/Urdu-leaning way of saying someone has a 'narrow' or 'short' temper, very similar to 'irritable'.
For milder versions, you can use 'परेशान' (Pareshān - troubled/bothered) or 'उखड़ा-उखड़ा' (Ukhṛā-ukhṛā). The latter is a beautiful idiomatic expression meaning someone is 'uprooted' or 'not quite there,' used when someone is acting distant or slightly annoyed without a clear reason. For example, 'वह आज कुछ उखड़ा-उखड़ा सा है' (He seems a bit off/annoyed today). This is much softer than calling someone 'chiṛchiṛā'.
- Summary of Alternatives
- 1. **गुस्सैल**: High intensity anger. 2. **बदमिज़ाज**: Formal, permanent grumpiness. 3. **खड़ूस**: Informal, rude/grumpy persona. 4. **उखड़ा-उखड़ा**: Mildly off/annoyed. 5. **चिड़चिड़ा**: The standard word for snappy irritability.
काम के बोझ से वह उखड़ा-उखड़ा रहता है। (He remains a bit off/irritable due to work pressure.)
By learning these synonyms, you not only expand your vocabulary but also gain a deeper understanding of the emotional nuances in Indian culture. You can choose the exact word that fits the person's mood, the social setting, and the level of respect you want to convey. 'चिड़चिड़ा' remains your most reliable, all-purpose tool, but these alternatives are the fine-tuning instruments in your Hindi language toolkit.
How Formal Is It?
豆知識
The sound 'chiṛ' is also used in the word for a sparrow (chiṛiyā), possibly because of their quick, jerky movements and chirping, which can sometimes be seen as 'fretful' or 'irritable' behavior in a metaphorical sense.
発音ガイド
- Pronouncing 'ḍ' as a standard English 'd'.
- Pronouncing 'ṛ' as a standard English 'r'.
- Making the first 'i' too long (like 'chee').
- Failing to change the ending to 'ī' for females.
- Mumbling the retroflex sounds, making the word sound like 'chichida'.
難易度
Easy to read once you know the retroflex 'ṛ'.
Need to remember the dot under 'ḍ' and 'ṛ'.
Retroflex sounds are tricky for beginners.
Can be confused with 'chichida' if not heard clearly.
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Adjective-Noun Agreement
चिड़चिड़ा लड़का (m), चिड़चिड़ी लड़की (f), चिड़चिड़े लोग (pl).
Oblique Case
उस चिड़चिड़े आदमी को देखो (The 'ā' changes to 'e' before a postposition).
Noun Formation with -pan
चिड़चिड़ा + पन = चिड़चिड़ापन (Irritability).
Noun Formation with -ahat
चिड़चिड़ा + आहट = चिड़चिड़ाहट (The state of being snappy).
Intensifier usage
बहुत/काफ़ी + चिड़चिड़ा (Very/Quite irritable).
レベル別の例文
मैं आज चिड़चिड़ा हूँ।
I am irritable today.
Masculine singular subject.
वह चिड़चिड़ी लड़की है।
She is an irritable girl.
Feminine singular agreement.
क्या तुम चिड़चिड़े हो?
Are you irritable?
Plural/Respectful form 'e'.
बच्चा बहुत चिड़चिड़ा है।
The baby is very irritable.
Simple adjective use.
मुझे भूख लगी है, मैं चिड़चिड़ा हूँ।
I am hungry, I am irritable.
Expressing cause and effect.
वह सो नहीं पाया, इसलिए चिड़चिड़ा है।
He couldn't sleep, so he is irritable.
Using 'isliye' (so/therefore).
मेरी बहन चिड़चिड़ी नहीं है।
My sister is not irritable.
Negative sentence.
आज सब चिड़चिड़े हैं।
Everyone is irritable today.
Plural subject 'sab'.
ज़्यादा गर्मी से लोग चिड़चिड़े हो जाते हैं।
People become irritable due to too much heat.
Using 'ho jaate hain' (become).
उसका स्वभाव थोड़ा चिड़चिड़ा है।
His nature is a bit irritable.
'Svabhav' (nature) is masculine.
बीमारी की वजह से वह चिड़चिड़ी हो गई है।
She has become irritable because of illness.
Using 'ki vajah se' (due to).
शोर मत करो, दादाजी चिड़चिड़े हो जाएँगे।
Don't make noise, Grandfather will become irritable.
Future tense 'ho jaayenge'.
वह हमेशा चिड़चिड़ा रहता है।
He always remains irritable.
Using 'rehta hai' for habitual state.
क्या तुम चिड़चिड़े लोगों को पसंद करते हो?
Do you like irritable people?
Plural adjective modifying 'log'.
आज काम बहुत था, इसलिए मैं चिड़चिड़ी हूँ।
There was a lot of work today, so I am irritable.
Feminine speaker.
वह चिड़चिड़ा बच्चा रो रहा है।
That irritable child is crying.
Adjective before noun.
उसके चिड़चिड़ेपन का कारण उसकी थकान है।
The reason for his irritability is his tiredness.
Using noun 'chiṛchiṛāpan' in oblique case.
इतने चिड़चिड़े मत बनो, सब ठीक हो जाएगा।
Don't be so irritable, everything will be fine.
Imperative 'mat bano'.
दवा के असर से वह थोड़ा चिड़चिड़ा महसूस कर रहा है।
He is feeling a bit irritable due to the effect of the medicine.
Using 'mehsoos karna' (to feel).
भीड़भाड़ वाली जगहों पर मुझे चिड़चिड़ाहट होती है।
I feel irritability in crowded places.
Using noun 'chiṛchiṛāhat' as the subject.
वह अक्सर छोटी-छोटी बातों पर चिड़चिड़ा हो जाता है।
He often becomes irritable over small things.
Adverb 'aksar' (often).
क्या आपने उसका चिड़चिड़ा व्यवहार देखा?
Did you see his irritable behavior?
Adjective modifying 'vyavhar' (behavior).
उसे अकेला छोड़ दो, वह आज चिड़चिड़ा है।
Leave him alone, he is irritable today.
Giving a reason for an action.
बिना किसी वजह के चिड़चिड़ा होना अच्छी बात नहीं है।
Being irritable without any reason is not a good thing.
Using infinitive 'hona' as a noun.
लगातार तनावपूर्ण स्थितियों में रहने से व्यक्ति चिड़चिड़ा हो सकता है।
Living in constant stressful situations can make a person irritable.
Using 'ho sakta hai' (can become).
उसने बहुत ही चिड़चिड़े स्वर में जवाब दिया।
He replied in a very irritable tone.
Adjective in oblique form 'chiṛchiṛe' modifying 'svar'.
बुढ़ापे में कभी-कभी लोग थोड़े चिड़चिड़े हो जाते हैं।
In old age, people sometimes become a bit irritable.
Locative 'buḍhāpe mein'.
उसकी चिड़चिड़ी बातों ने पार्टी का मज़ा खराब कर दिया।
His irritable remarks ruined the fun of the party.
Plural feminine 'chiṛchiṛī' modifying 'baatein'.
यदि आप पर्याप्त आराम नहीं करेंगे, तो आप चिड़चिड़े रहेंगे।
If you do not get enough rest, you will remain irritable.
Conditional sentence 'yadi... toh'.
शिक्षक का चिड़चिड़ा स्वभाव छात्रों को डराता है।
The teacher's irritable nature scares the students.
Genitive 'shikshak ka'.
वह अपनी बीमारी को लेकर बहुत चिड़चिड़ी हो गई है।
She has become very irritable regarding her illness.
Using 'ko lekar' (regarding).
चिड़चिड़ेपन को कम करने के लिए योग एक अच्छा साधन है।
Yoga is a good means to reduce irritability.
Infinitive 'kam karne ke liye' (to reduce).
उसका चिड़चिड़ापन उसके गहरे मानसिक अवसाद का संकेत हो सकता है।
His irritability could be a sign of his deep mental depression.
Using formal terms like 'mansik avsad'.
उपन्यास का मुख्य पात्र एक चिड़चिड़ा और एकाकी व्यक्ति है।
The main character of the novel is an irritable and lonely person.
Literary description.
सामाजिक अलगाव अक्सर लोगों को चिड़चिड़ा और शक्की बना देता है।
Social isolation often makes people irritable and suspicious.
Abstract social analysis.
उसके चिड़चिड़े व्यवहार के पीछे कई अनसुलझे मुद्दे थे।
There were many unresolved issues behind his irritable behavior.
Using 'ke peeche' (behind/underlying).
आधुनिक जीवनशैली की विसंगतियों ने मनुष्य को चिड़चिड़ा बना दिया है।
The anomalies of modern lifestyle have made humans irritable.
Sophisticated vocabulary 'visangatiyaan'.
वह अपनी असफलताओं के कारण स्वभाव से चिड़चिड़ा हो गया है।
He has become irritable by nature due to his failures.
Instrumental 'svabhav se'.
चिड़चिड़ेपन की यह अवस्था अस्थायी भी हो सकती है।
This state of irritability can also be temporary.
Formal sentence structure.
उसकी आवाज़ में एक अजीब सी चिड़चिड़ाहट थी।
There was a strange kind of irritability in her voice.
Using 'chiṛchiṛāhat' to describe a quality of voice.
उसकी चिड़चिड़ी प्रतिक्रिया ने उसकी कूटनीतिक अक्षमता को उजागर कर दिया।
His irritable reaction exposed his diplomatic incompetence.
High-level political context.
लेखक ने समाज की चिड़चिड़ी मानसिकता का सजीव चित्रण किया है।
The author has vividly depicted the irritable mindset of society.
Critique vocabulary 'sajeev chitran'.
चिड़चिड़ापन और हताशा अक्सर एक ही सिक्के के दो पहलू होते हैं।
Irritability and frustration are often two sides of the same coin.
Metaphorical usage.
उसका चिड़चिड़ा होना महज़ एक रक्षा तंत्र (defense mechanism) हो सकता है।
His being irritable might merely be a defense mechanism.
Psychological analysis.
वह अपनी चिड़चिड़ी आदतों के वशीभूत होकर अपना ही नुकसान कर रहा है।
Being enslaved by his irritable habits, he is harming himself.
Using 'vashibhoot hokar' (under the control of).
इस चिड़चिड़ेपन की जड़ें उसके बचपन के अनुभवों में छिपी हैं।
The roots of this irritability are hidden in his childhood experiences.
Deep analytical structure.
उसने अपनी चिड़चिड़ी प्रकृति को अपनी सबसे बड़ी कमज़ोरी मान लिया है।
He has accepted his irritable nature as his greatest weakness.
Reflexive 'apni'.
चिड़चिड़ेपन के इस दौर से गुज़रना किसी के लिए भी आसान नहीं होता।
Passing through this phase of irritability is not easy for anyone.
Using 'daur se guzarna' (to go through a phase).
類義語
反対語
よく使う組み合わせ
よく使うフレーズ
— To become irritable. Used when a mood changes.
भूख लगने पर वह चिड़चिड़ा हो जाता है।
— The arrival of irritability. Used as a noun phrase.
उम्र के साथ स्वभाव में चिड़चिड़ापन आ जाता है।
よく混同される語
Gussail is intense anger; Chiṛchiṛā is minor, snappy irritability.
Pareshān means worried or troubled, which can lead to irritability, but isn't the same mood.
Nārāz means specifically upset with someone, while Chiṛchiṛā is a general state of grumpiness.
慣用句と表現
— To be very short-tempered or irritable (literally: anger sitting on the nose).
उसके तो हमेशा नाक पर गुस्सा रहता है, बहुत चिड़चिड़ा है।
Informal— To get annoyed or irritable at every little thing.
वह आजकल बात-बात पर उखड़ जाता है।
Colloquial— To get angry or very irritable (literally: the mercury rising).
ज़रा सी बात पर उसका पारा चढ़ जाता है।
Common— To become very irritable or angry (literally: head becoming hot).
काम के बोझ से मेरी खोपड़ी गरम हो रही है।
Slang— To remain in a state of mild annoyance or detachment.
पता नहीं क्यों, वह आजकल उखड़ा-उखड़ा रहता है।
Common— To become furious (stronger than chiṛchiṛā, but often the end result).
देरी होने पर वह आग बबूला हो गया।
Common— To be extremely angry/irritable (literally: blood boiling).
उसका झूठ सुनकर मेरा खून खौलने लगा।
Common— To turn 'red and yellow' with anger/irritation.
वह ज़रा सी गलती पर लाल-पीला हो जाता है।
Common間違えやすい
Root word.
Chiṛ is the feeling of irritation; Chiṛchiṛā is the person who feels it.
मुझे इस शोर से चिढ़ है।
Noun form.
Chiṛchiṛāhat is the action/sound of being snappy.
उसकी बातों में चिड़चिड़ाहट थी।
Abstract noun.
Chiṛchiṛāpan is the general trait or medical condition of irritability.
उसका चिड़चिड़ापन कम हो गया है।
Similar root.
Chiṛhāū means 'irritating' (the cause), while Chiṛchiṛā means 'irritable' (the effect).
यह बहुत चिढ़ाऊ गाना है।
Similar meaning.
Khaḍoos is more about being rude and stubborn, often permanently.
वह बहुत खड़ूस बॉस है।
文型パターン
मैं [चिड़चिड़ा/चिड़चिड़ी] हूँ।
मैं चिड़चिड़ा हूँ।
[Reason] की वजह से वह चिड़चिड़ा है।
गर्मी की वजह से वह चिड़चिड़ा है।
उसका [Noun] चिड़चिड़ा है।
उसका स्वभाव चिड़चिड़ा है।
अगर [Condition], तो मैं चिड़चिड़ा हो जाता हूँ।
अगर मैं नहीं सोता, तो मैं चिड़चिड़ा हो जाता हूँ।
[Subject] में [चिड़चिड़ापन] बढ़ रहा है।
शहर के लोगों में चिड़चिड़ापन बढ़ रहा है।
[Subject] का चिड़चिड़ा होना [Reason] का परिणाम है।
उसका चिड़चिड़ा होना उसकी असफलता का परिणाम है।
क्या तुम [चिड़चिड़े] हो?
क्या तुम चिड़चिड़े हो?
वह [Adverb] चिड़चिड़ा रहता है।
वह हमेशा चिड़चिड़ा रहता है।
語族
名詞
動詞
形容詞
関連
使い方
Very high in daily spoken Hindi.
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Using 'chiṛchiṛā' for a woman.
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चिड़चिड़ी (Chiṛchiṛī)
Hindi adjectives must agree with the gender of the person described.
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Pronouncing it as 'Chid-chida'.
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Chiṛchiṛā
The 'ṛ' is a retroflex flap, not a hard 'd'.
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Saying 'Mujhe chiṛchiṛā hai'.
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मैं चिड़चिड़ा हूँ (I am irritable) or मुझे चिड़चिड़ापन है (I have irritability).
You cannot 'have' an adjective in this way in Hindi.
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Confusing it with 'Gussail'.
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Use chiṛchiṛā for grumpiness, gussail for rage.
Chiṛchiṛā is lower intensity than gussail.
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Using 'chiṛchiṛā' for a situation.
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परेशान करने वाली स्थिति (Troublesome situation).
Chiṛchiṛā is almost exclusively used for people or their behavior.
ヒント
Match the Gender
Always check the subject. If it's a female, use 'chiṛchiṛī'. If it's a male, use 'chiṛchiṛā'. If it's plural or respectful, use 'chiṛchiṛe'.
Use with 'Svabhav'
To describe a personality trait, use the phrase 'चिड़चिड़ा स्वभाव' (irritable nature). This makes your Hindi sound more descriptive.
The Flap Sound
Don't say 'chid-chida'. The 'ṛ' is a flap. Practice by saying 'ra' while curling your tongue back.
Cultural Triggers
Mention 'garmi' (heat) or 'bhukh' (hunger) as reasons for being chiṛchiṛā to sound like a native.
Noun vs Adjective
Remember: 'वह चिड़चिड़ा है' (He is irritable) vs 'उसमें चिड़चिड़ापन है' (He has irritability).
Apologizing
Use 'माफ़ करना, मैं आज थोड़ा चिड़चिड़ा हूँ' to excuse your bad mood to Hindi speakers.
Spot the Root
The root 'chiṛ' (irritation) is found in many words. Learning this root helps you understand related words like 'chiṛna' (to be annoyed).
Watch Bollywood
Look for 'grumpy' characters in Hindi movies. They are almost always described as 'chiṛchiṛā' or 'khaḍoos'.
Use Intensifiers
Add 'बहुत' (very) or 'ज़रा सा' (a little bit) before the word to show the level of grumpiness.
Medical Context
If you are at a doctor's in India, 'chiṛchiṛāpan' is a useful word to describe symptoms of stress or PMS.
暗記しよう
記憶術
Think of a 'CHIRping' bird that won't stop while you are trying to sleep. That 'CHIR' sound makes you 'CHIR-chiṛā' (irritable).
視覚的連想
Imagine a person with a prickly cactus for a head—if you touch them, they snap! That prickly feeling is 'chiṛchiṛā'.
Word Web
チャレンジ
Try to use the word three times today: once for yourself, once for a friend, and once for a character in a show.
語源
The word is derived from the Prakrit and Old Hindi roots. It is fundamentally linked to the sound-symbolic root 'chiṛ', which mimics the sound of something snapping or the feeling of a sharp, minor irritation. The suffix '-ṛā' is a common adjectival suffix in Indo-Aryan languages used to denote a state or quality, often with a slightly pejorative or informal nuance.
元の意味: The original sense was likely related to 'brittleness' or 'snapping', which evolved metaphorically into 'snapping at people' or 'being easily broken/annoyed'.
Indo-Aryan文化的な背景
Calling an elder 'chiṛchiṛā' directly can be seen as slightly disrespectful. It's better to use 'चिड़चिड़ापन' (irritability) as a symptom they are experiencing.
It is exactly equivalent to 'cranky' in American English or 'grouchy' in British English.
実生活で練習する
実際の使用場面
Health/Illness
- बुखार में चिड़चिड़ापन
- कमज़ोरी से चिड़चिड़ा
- दवा का चिड़चिड़ा असर
- चिड़चिड़ा महसूस करना
Workplace
- काम का दबाव और चिड़चिड़ापन
- चिड़चिड़ा बॉस
- चिड़चिड़े सहकर्मी
- थकान से चिड़चिड़ा
Family/Home
- चिड़चिड़ा बच्चा
- बुढ़ापे का चिड़चिड़ापन
- चिड़चिड़ी पत्नी/पति
- बेवजह चिड़चिड़ाना
Weather
- गर्मी से चिड़चिड़ा
- उमस और चिड़चिड़ापन
- चिड़चिड़ा मौसम
- धूप से चिड़चिड़ापन
Travel
- भीड़ से चिड़चिड़ा
- ट्रैफ़िक और चिड़चिड़ापन
- देरी से चिड़चिड़ा
- सफ़र की थकान और चिड़चिड़ापन
会話のきっかけ
"क्या आपको लगता है कि गर्मी लोगों को चिड़चिड़ा बना देती है?"
"जब आप चिड़चिड़े होते हैं, तो आप क्या करते हैं?"
"क्या आपके कार्यस्थल पर कोई बहुत चिड़चिड़ा इंसान है?"
"चिड़चिड़ेपन को दूर करने का सबसे अच्छा तरीका क्या है?"
"क्या बच्चे बीमारी में ज़्यादा चिड़चिड़े हो जाते हैं?"
日記のテーマ
पिछली बार आप कब चिड़चिड़े हुए थे और क्यों? विस्तार से लिखें।
क्या चिड़चिड़ापन एक बुरा गुण है या यह सिर्फ एक मानवीय भावना है?
आप एक चिड़चिड़े व्यक्ति के साथ कैसे व्यवहार करते हैं? अपनी रणनीति लिखें।
क्या आधुनिक तकनीक हमें और अधिक चिड़चिड़ा बना रही है? अपने विचार साझा करें।
अपने किसी ऐसे मित्र का वर्णन करें जो अक्सर चिड़चिड़ा रहता है, लेकिन दिल का अच्छा है।
よくある質問
10 問No, it is not a swear word or offensive. It is a standard adjective to describe a mood. However, calling someone this to their face might be seen as a bit blunt or critical depending on your relationship with them. It's similar to calling someone 'cranky' in English.
You can say 'मैं भूख की वजह से चिड़चिड़ा हो रहा हूँ' (I am becoming irritable because of hunger). There isn't a single word for 'hangry', but 'bhukh se chiṛchiṛā' is the perfect equivalent.
The feminine form is 'चिड़चिड़ी' (Chiṛchiṛī). For example: 'मेरी बहन चिड़चिड़ी है' (My sister is irritable).
Generally, no. 'Chiṛchiṛā' is used for people, their nature, or their behavior. For a situation, you would use words like 'परेशान करने वाला' (troublesome) or 'तंग करने वाला' (annoying).
They are very similar. 'Chiṛchiṛāpan' is more commonly used for the quality or trait of being irritable. 'Chiṛchiṛāhat' often refers to the actual state or the sound of someone being snappy. In many contexts, they are interchangeable.
In Hindi conversation, common causes mentioned are 'garmi' (heat), 'neend ki kami' (lack of sleep), 'bhukh' (hunger), and 'bimari' (illness). Stress (tanav) is also a major modern cause.
Yes, it's very common to describe a difficult boss as 'चिड़चिड़ा बॉस'. It implies they snap at employees easily.
'Khaḍoos' is more informal and stronger. It implies someone is not just irritable but also rude and unpleasant to be around. 'Chiṛchiṛā' can be a temporary mood, but 'Khaḍoos' is usually a personality.
It's a retroflex flap. Curl your tongue back and quickly flap it forward against the roof of your mouth. It's similar to the 'tt' in the American pronunciation of 'butter'.
Rarely. It's almost always a negative or at least a 'difficult' state. However, it can be used affectionately for an old person or a child, acknowledging their grumpiness as a part of who they are.
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Write a sentence in Hindi describing yourself when you are hungry.
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Describe an irritable neighbor in three sentences.
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Write a short dialogue between two friends where one is grumpy.
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Explain the effects of heat on human behavior using 'chiṛchiṛā'.
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Write a formal sentence about employee burnout and irritability.
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Translate: 'The child was irritable due to the onset of fever.'
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Use the noun 'chiṛchiṛāpan' in a sentence about health.
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Describe a 'grumpy old man' character for a story.
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Write a sentence using 'चिड़चिड़े' in a respectful way.
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Translate: 'Sorry, I am a bit irritable today because of the traffic.'
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Compare 'chiṛchiṛā' and 'gussail' in two sentences.
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Write a sentence about how noise affects you.
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Translate: 'His irritable nature is his biggest weakness.'
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Use 'chiṛchiṛāhat' in a sentence about someone's voice.
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Write a journal entry about a day when everything made you grumpy.
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Translate: 'Don't be irritable, eat something.'
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Write a sentence about an irritable boss.
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Use the plural 'chiṛchiṛe' to describe a group of tired travelers.
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Translate: 'Irritability can be a symptom of stress.'
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Write a sentence using 'chiṛchiṛā' in a comparative way.
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Pronounce the word 'चिड़चिड़ा' correctly, focusing on the flap 'ṛ'.
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Say 'I am irritable today' in Hindi.
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Ask a friend why they are grumpy.
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Say 'The baby is irritable because of hunger'.
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Describe a grumpy boss in Hindi.
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Explain that heat makes you grumpy.
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Say 'Sorry, I am a bit irritable' as an apology.
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Pronounce the noun 'चिड़चिड़ापन'.
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Say 'His nature is irritable'.
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Ask 'Are you feeling irritable?'
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Say 'Don't be irritable, everything is fine'.
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Say 'I get irritable when I don't sleep'.
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Describe a character from a movie as 'chiṛchiṛā'.
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Say 'Irritability is common in old age'.
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Say 'He spoke in an irritable tone'.
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Say 'Wait, why are you getting irritable?'
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Say 'The traffic made me irritable'.
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Say 'She was irritable all day'.
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Say 'His irritability is increasing'.
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Say 'I don't like irritable people'.
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Listen and identify: 'वह बहुत चिड़चिड़ा है।' (Options: He is very happy, He is very irritable, He is very tall).
Listen and identify the gender: 'मेरी माँ आज चिड़चिड़ी हैं।' (Options: Male, Female).
Identify the reason given: 'गर्मी से वह चिड़चिड़ा हो गया।' (Options: Cold, Hunger, Heat).
Listen for the noun: 'उसके चिड़चिड़ेपन से सब परेशान थे।' (What is the noun?)
Is the speaker apologizing? 'माफ़ करना, मैं थोड़ा चिड़चिड़ा हूँ।' (Yes/No).
Identify the word: 'Chiṛchiṛā' (Options: Bird, Grumpy, Fast, Slow).
Who is grumpy? 'बच्चा बहुत चिड़चिड़ा है।' (Options: Father, Mother, Child).
Listen to the tone: 'चिड़चिड़े मत बनो!' (Is it a command or a question?).
Identify the synonym used: 'वह काफ़ी बदमिज़ाज है।' (Synonym of?).
Listen for the intensifier: 'वह बहुत ज़्यादा चिड़चिड़ा है।' (What is the intensifier?).
Is the person always grumpy? 'वह हमेशा चिड़चिड़ा रहता है।' (Yes/No).
Identify the subject: 'वे चिड़चिड़े लोग कौन हैं?' (What is the subject?).
Listen for the cause: 'नींद की कमी से चिड़चिड़ापन होता है।' (What causes it?).
Listen for the sound 'ṛ' in 'चिड़चिड़ा'. Is it a hard 'd' or a flap?
Identify the mood: 'आज सब चिड़चिड़े हैं।' (Is it a happy or unhappy mood?).
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Summary
The word 'चिड़चिड़ा' (Chiṛchiṛā) is the most common Hindi term for 'irritable'. Use 'चिड़चिड़ा' for males, 'चिड़चिड़ी' for females, and 'चिड़चिड़े' for plural/respectful contexts. Example: 'वह भूख से चिड़चिड़ा है' (He is irritable from hunger).
- Chiṛchiṛā means irritable or grumpy.
- It changes ending based on gender (ā/ī/e).
- Commonly used for lack of sleep or hunger.
- It describes both temporary moods and personality traits.
Match the Gender
Always check the subject. If it's a female, use 'chiṛchiṛī'. If it's a male, use 'chiṛchiṛā'. If it's plural or respectful, use 'chiṛchiṛe'.
Use with 'Svabhav'
To describe a personality trait, use the phrase 'चिड़चिड़ा स्वभाव' (irritable nature). This makes your Hindi sound more descriptive.
The Flap Sound
Don't say 'chid-chida'. The 'ṛ' is a flap. Practice by saying 'ra' while curling your tongue back.
Cultural Triggers
Mention 'garmi' (heat) or 'bhukh' (hunger) as reasons for being chiṛchiṛā to sound like a native.
例文
आज वह बहुत चिड़चिड़ा लग रहा है।
関連コンテンツ
emotionsの関連語
आभार
B1感謝(かんしゃ)。「感謝の意を表します」は「Main aapka abhaar vyakt karta hoon」と言います。
आभारी
A2感謝している、ありがたく思っている。フォーマルな場面で使われる言葉です。
आभारी होना
A2感謝する;受け取ったものに対して感謝の気持ちを持つこと。
आभार सहित
B1感謝の意を込めて。ヒンディー語の公式な手紙やスピーチで
आभारपूर्वक
B2Gratefully, thankfully, or with appreciation.
आभास होना
B1直感的に感じる、予感する。例えば、「危険を察知した」。
आग्रह
B1Insistence, earnest request; persistent demanding.
आघात
B1衝撃、トラウマ。 'そのニュースは彼にとって衝撃(aaghat)だった。' / '経済への打撃(aaghat)。'
आघात लगना
B1To be shocked; to be traumatized.
आघात पहुँचना
B1深刻なショックを受けたり、トラウマを負ったりすること。