हालांकि
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- हालांकि (hālānki) means 'although' or 'even though' and is used to show contrast.
- It is usually paired with 'फिर भी' (phir bhi) or 'पर' (par) in the second part of the sentence.
- The word is of Persian origin and is common in both formal and informal Hindi.
- It is used for facts, while 'bhale hi' is used for hypothetical situations.
- Grammatical Role
- Subordinating Conjunction used to link a subordinate clause of concession to a main clause.
हालांकि वह थक गया था, उसने अपना काम पूरा किया। (Although he was tired, he finished his work.)
- Register
- Neutral to Formal. It is used in daily conversation but is the standard for literature and journalism.
हालांकि फिल्म लंबी थी, पर बोरियत नहीं हुई। (Although the movie was long, it wasn't boring.)
- Standard Pattern
- हालांकि [Clause 1], फिर भी [Clause 2].
हालांकि उसने बहुत मेहनत की, फिर भी वह सफल नहीं हुआ। (Although he worked very hard, yet he did not succeed.)
- Informal Pattern
- हालांकि [Clause 1], पर [Clause 2].
हालांकि वह छोटा है, पर बहुत समझदार है। (Although he is small, but he is very wise.)
- Common Pairing
- हालांकि ... लेकिन (Although ... but). While some purists dislike this, it is very common in spoken Hindi.
हालांकि मैं शाकाहारी हूँ, लेकिन मुझे अंडे पसंद हैं। (Although I am vegetarian, but I like eggs.)
- Media Usage
- Extremely high in news, editorials, and documentaries to present balanced viewpoints.
समाचार: हालांकि शेयर बाजार गिरा है, निवेशकों को घबराना नहीं चाहिए। (News: Although the stock market has fallen, investors should not panic.)
- Daily Life
- Used when giving excuses, explaining delays, or describing people's personalities.
दोस्त: हालांकि मुझे देर हो गई, पर मैं मिठाई लाना नहीं भूला। (Friend: Although I got late, I didn't forget to bring sweets.)
- The 'Missing Link' Error
- Incorrect: हालांकि वह बीमार है, वह काम कर रहा है। (Although he is sick, he is working.) -> Correct: हालांकि वह बीमार है, *फिर भी* वह काम कर रहा है।
Mistake: हालांकि कल बारिश होगी, हम जाएंगे। (Incorrect for 'Even if it rains tomorrow...') -> Correct: *भले ही* कल बारिश हो, हम जाएंगे।
- Comparison vs. Concession
- Use 'jabki' for: 'I like tea, *whereas* he likes coffee.' Use 'hālānki' for: '*Although* I like tea, I am drinking coffee today.'
Confusing 'Jabki': हालांकि मुझे चाय पसंद है, उसे कॉफी पसंद है। (Slightly awkward) -> Better: मुझे चाय पसंद है, *जबकि* उसे कॉफी।
- Formal Alternative
- यद्यपि (yadyapi) ... तथापि (tathāpi). Example: यद्यपि वह निर्धन है, तथापि वह ईमानदार है। (Although he is poor, nevertheless he is honest.)
Emphatic: भले ही तुम मुझे भूल जाओ, मैं तुम्हें याद रखूँगा। (Even if/though you forget me, I will remember you.)
- Simple Contrast
- लेकिन / पर / मगर (But). These are used between two independent clauses.
Contrast: वह अमीर है, मगर कंजूस है। (He is rich, but stingy.)
How Formal Is It?
"हालांकि अर्थव्यवस्था में मंदी है, फिर भी विकास दर संतोषजनक है।"
"हालांकि वह बीमार है, फिर भी वह काम पर आया है।"
"हालांकि फिल्म बोरिंग थी, पर पॉपकॉर्न अच्छे थे।"
"हालांकि बिल्ली छोटी है, पर वह बहुत तेज भागती है।"
"हालांकि सीन सॉर्टेड है, फिर भी थोड़ा पंगा हो सकता है।"
豆知識
Many Hindi logical connectors like 'lekin', 'magar', and 'hālānki' are Persian loans, whereas the more formal 'parantu' and 'yadyapi' are Sanskrit-derived.
発音ガイド
- Pronouncing it as 'ha-la-ki' (missing the nasal sound).
- Pronouncing the final 'i' as a short 'i'.
- Failing to aspirate the initial 'h'.
- Stressing the first syllable instead of the second.
- Pronouncing the 'n' as a hard English 'n' instead of a soft nasal.
難易度
Easy to recognize once you know the meaning.
Requires remembering the correlative 'phir bhi'.
Requires practice to get the nasalization and flow right.
Clear and distinct in most speech.
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Correlative Conjunctions
If you use 'hālānki', you must use 'phir bhi' or 'par'.
Clause Placement
'hālānki' usually starts the first clause.
Nasalization (Anusvara)
The 'n' in 'hālānki' is a nasal sound, not a full 'N'.
Fact vs. Hypothetical
Use 'hālānki' for facts, 'bhale hi' for possibilities.
Punctuation
A comma usually follows the first clause before the correlative.
レベル別の例文
हालांकि वह छोटा है, वह तेज दौड़ता है।
Although he is small, he runs fast.
Simple contrast using 'hālānki'.
हालांकि आज ठंड है, मैं खुश हूँ।
Although it is cold today, I am happy.
Linking a physical state to an emotion.
हालांकि यह घर पुराना है, यह अच्छा है।
Although this house is old, it is good.
Describing an object with contrasting qualities.
हालांकि मुझे भूख है, मैं नहीं खाऊँगा।
Although I am hungry, I will not eat.
Expressing a choice against a feeling.
हालांकि वह अमीर है, वह दुखी है।
Although he is rich, he is sad.
Classic contrast between wealth and happiness.
हालांकि चाय गरम है, मैं पी रहा हूँ।
Although the tea is hot, I am drinking it.
Action despite a condition.
हालांकि रास्ता लंबा है, हम जाएंगे।
Although the path is long, we will go.
Determination despite a challenge.
हालांकि वह सो रहा है, वह सुन सकता है।
Although he is sleeping, he can hear.
Contrasting two states of being.
हालांकि वह बीमार था, फिर भी वह स्कूल गया।
Although he was sick, still he went to school.
Introduction of the correlative 'phir bhi'.
हालांकि फिल्म अच्छी थी, पर बहुत लंबी थी।
Although the movie was good, but it was very long.
Using 'par' as a correlative.
हालांकि मेरे पास पैसे नहीं हैं, फिर भी मैं मदद करूँगा।
Although I don't have money, still I will help.
Expressing intention despite lack of resources.
हालांकि वह हिंदी सीख रहा है, फिर भी वह शर्माता है।
Although he is learning Hindi, still he is shy.
Describing a learning process and a personality trait.
हालांकि खाना तीखा था, फिर भी हमने सारा खा लिया।
Although the food was spicy, still we ate it all.
Past tense concession.
हालांकि वह थकी हुई थी, फिर भी उसने खाना बनाया।
Although she was tired, still she cooked food.
Feminine subject agreement.
हालांकि धूप तेज थी, फिर भी बच्चे बाहर खेल रहे थे।
Although the sun was strong, still the children were playing outside.
Plural subject agreement.
हालांकि यह फोन महंगा है, फिर भी लोग इसे खरीदते हैं।
Although this phone is expensive, still people buy it.
General observation about behavior.
हालांकि उसने बहुत कोशिश की, फिर भी वह मैच हार गया।
Although he tried a lot, still he lost the match.
Focus on effort vs. result.
हालांकि वह विदेश में रहता है, फिर भी वह अपनी संस्कृति नहीं भूला।
Although he lives abroad, still he hasn't forgotten his culture.
Complex social context.
हालांकि मुझे तैरना नहीं आता, फिर भी मुझे समुद्र पसंद है।
Although I don't know how to swim, still I like the sea.
Preference vs. ability.
हालांकि बारिश हो रही थी, फिर भी मैच रद्द नहीं हुआ।
Although it was raining, still the match was not cancelled.
Passive construction in the second clause.
हालांकि वह बहुत बोलता है, फिर भी वह काम का आदमी है।
Although he talks a lot, still he is a useful man.
Idiomatic expression 'kaam ka aadmi'.
हालांकि मैं व्यस्त था, फिर भी मैंने तुम्हारे लिए समय निकाला।
Although I was busy, still I took out time for you.
Personal interaction and sacrifice.
हालांकि वह नया है, फिर भी वह सब कुछ जानता है।
Although he is new, still he knows everything.
Surprising competence.
हालांकि शहर शोर भरा है, फिर भी मुझे यहाँ रहना पसंद है।
Although the city is noisy, still I like living here.
Urban living context.
हालांकि सरकार ने नई नीतियां बनाई हैं, फिर भी गरीबी कम नहीं हुई।
Although the government has made new policies, still poverty has not decreased.
Formal political context.
हालांकि तकनीक ने जीवन आसान बना दिया है, फिर भी तनाव बढ़ गया है।
Although technology has made life easy, still stress has increased.
Societal observation.
हालांकि वह एक महान कलाकार है, फिर भी वह बहुत विनम्र है।
Although he is a great artist, still he is very humble.
Character analysis.
हालांकि किताब लंबी थी, फिर भी मैंने उसे एक दिन में पढ़ लिया।
Although the book was long, still I read it in one day.
Accomplishment despite difficulty.
हालांकि वह डरा हुआ था, फिर भी उसने सच बोलने का साहस दिखाया।
Although he was scared, still he showed the courage to speak the truth.
Moral courage context.
हालांकि मौसम विभाग ने चेतावनी दी थी, फिर भी लोग समुद्र तट पर गए।
Although the weather department had given a warning, still people went to the beach.
Disregard for warnings.
हालांकि वह बूढ़ा हो गया है, फिर भी उसकी याददाश्त बहुत तेज है।
Although he has grown old, still his memory is very sharp.
Age vs. mental faculty.
हालांकि यह दवा कड़वी है, फिर भी यह बहुत असरदार है।
Although this medicine is bitter, still it is very effective.
Utility vs. unpleasantness.
हालांकि वैश्विक अर्थव्यवस्था में सुधार हो रहा है, फिर भी बेरोजगारी एक बड़ी चुनौती बनी हुई है।
Although the global economy is improving, still unemployment remains a major challenge.
Advanced economic discourse.
हालांकि लेखक ने प्रतीकों का उपयोग किया है, फिर भी कहानी का संदेश स्पष्ट है।
Although the author has used symbols, still the message of the story is clear.
Literary criticism.
हालांकि वह एक विवादास्पद व्यक्ति है, फिर भी उसके योगदान को नकारा नहीं जा सकता।
Although he is a controversial person, still his contribution cannot be denied.
Nuanced historical evaluation.
हालांकि आधुनिक समाज बदल रहा है, फिर भी कुछ परंपराएं आज भी प्रासंगिक हैं।
Although modern society is changing, still some traditions are relevant even today.
Sociocultural analysis.
हालांकि उसने अपनी गलती मान ली है, फिर भी उसे सजा भुगतनी होगी।
Although he has admitted his mistake, still he will have to suffer the punishment.
Legal and moral consequence.
हालांकि यह एक छोटा सा कदम है, फिर भी यह भविष्य के लिए बहुत महत्वपूर्ण है।
Although this is a small step, still it is very important for the future.
Metaphorical significance.
हालांकि वैज्ञानिक प्रगति हुई है, फिर भी ब्रह्मांड के कई रहस्य अनसुलझे हैं।
Although scientific progress has occurred, still many mysteries of the universe are unsolved.
Scientific inquiry context.
हालांकि वह शांत दिख रहा था, फिर भी उसके मन में उथल-पुथल मची थी।
Although he looked calm, still there was a turmoil in his mind.
Psychological depth.
हालांकि दार्शनिकों ने सत्य की विभिन्न व्याख्याएं की हैं, फिर भी अंतिम सत्य की खोज जारी है।
Although philosophers have given various interpretations of truth, still the search for the ultimate truth continues.
Philosophical abstraction.
हालांकि कानून की अपनी सीमाएं हैं, फिर भी यह न्याय का एकमात्र आधार है।
Although the law has its own limits, still it is the sole basis of justice.
Legal philosophy.
हालांकि मानवता ने युद्धों का दंश झेला है, फिर भी शांति की आशा कभी खत्म नहीं हुई।
Although humanity has suffered the sting of wars, still the hope for peace has never ended.
Poetic and historical sweep.
हालांकि भाषाएं बदलती रहती हैं, फिर भी भावनाओं की अभिव्यक्ति का मूल वही रहता है।
Although languages keep changing, still the core of expressing emotions remains the same.
Linguistic and emotional continuity.
हालांकि राजनीतिक विचारधाराएं अलग हो सकती हैं, फिर भी राष्ट्र का हित सर्वोपरि होना चाहिए।
Although political ideologies may differ, still the interest of the nation should be paramount.
Political ethics.
हालांकि मृत्यु अटल है, फिर भी जीवन का हर क्षण जीने योग्य है।
Although death is inevitable, still every moment of life is worth living.
Existential reflection.
हालांकि सभ्यताएं आती और जाती हैं, फिर भी मानवीय जिज्ञासा का अंत नहीं होता।
Although civilizations come and go, still human curiosity does not end.
Grand historical perspective.
हालांकि यह शोध प्रारंभिक है, फिर भी इसके परिणाम क्रांतिकारी हो सकते हैं।
Although this research is preliminary, still its results could be revolutionary.
Academic foresight.
よく使う組み合わせ
よく使うフレーズ
हालांकि ऐसा लगता है
हालांकि मुझे खेद है
हालांकि यह मुमकिन है
हालांकि कोई शक नहीं
हालांकि सब जानते हैं
हालांकि मैं सहमत हूँ
हालांकि वह चुप रहा
हालांकि कोशिश जारी है
हालांकि रास्ता कठिन है
हालांकि वह अमीर है
よく混同される語
Means 'while/whereas'. Used for comparison between two different things, not concession.
Means 'even if'. Used for hypothetical situations, whereas 'hālānki' is for facts.
Means 'no matter'. Used to show that the outcome is the same regardless of the condition.
慣用句と表現
"हालांकि बात कड़वी है"
Used when saying something true but unpleasant.
हालांकि बात कड़वी है, पर तुम्हें सच जानना चाहिए।
Neutral"हालांकि दिल नहीं मानता"
When logic says one thing but emotions say another.
हालांकि दिल नहीं मानता, पर मुझे जाना होगा।
Emotional"हालांकि हाथ खाली हैं"
Acknowledging a lack of resources.
हालांकि हाथ खाली हैं, पर इरादे बुलंद हैं।
Poetic"हालांकि किस्मत खराब है"
Acknowledging bad luck.
हालांकि किस्मत खराब है, फिर भी मैं हार नहीं मानूँगा।
Common"हालांकि दुनिया गोल है"
Used to imply that things come back around.
हालांकि दुनिया गोल है, हम फिर मिलेंगे।
Philosophical"हालांकि अंधेरा घना है"
Metaphor for a difficult situation.
हालांकि अंधेरा घना है, सुबह जरूर होगी।
Inspirational"हालांकि वह पत्थर दिल है"
Describing someone unemotional.
हालांकि वह पत्थर दिल है, पर आज वह रो पड़ा।
Descriptive"हालांकि आग लगी है"
Metaphor for a crisis.
हालांकि आग लगी है, हमें शांत रहना होगा।
Metaphorical"हालांकि समंदर गहरा है"
Metaphor for a deep or difficult task.
हालांकि समंदर गहरा है, हमें तैरना होगा।
Literary"हालांकि वक्त कम है"
Urgency indicator.
हालांकि वक्त कम है, काम बहुत है।
Professional間違えやすい
Both show contrast.
'Lekin' is a simple 'but' between two ideas. 'Hālānki' is 'although' and sets up a concession at the start.
वह गरीब है, लेकिन ईमानदार है। vs. हालांकि वह गरीब है, फिर भी ईमानदार है।
Both mean 'although'.
'Hālānki' is Persian-derived and more common. 'Yadyapi' is Sanskrit-derived and very formal.
हालांकि वह आया... vs. यद्यपि वह आया...
Both link clauses.
'Jabki' compares two subjects (I like X, while he likes Y). 'Hālānki' concedes a point about a situation.
मैं पढ़ रहा हूँ, जबकि वह सो रहा है। vs. हालांकि मैं थक गया हूँ, फिर भी पढ़ रहा हूँ।
Both translate to 'even though/if'.
'Hālānki' is for something that is happening or has happened. 'Bhale hi' is for something that might happen.
हालांकि बारिश हुई... (It rained) vs. भले ही बारिश हो... (Even if it rains)
Both show contrast.
'Magar' is like 'lekin' (but). 'Hālānki' is like 'although'.
वह आया मगर रुका नहीं। vs. हालांकि वह आया, फिर भी वह रुका नहीं।
文型パターン
हालांकि [A], [B] है।
हालांकि वह छोटा है, वह बहादुर है।
हालांकि [A], फिर भी [B] है।
हालांकि वह अमीर है, फिर भी वह दुखी है।
हालांकि [A] था, फिर भी [B] हुआ।
हालांकि बारिश हो रही थी, फिर भी हम बाहर गए।
हालांकि [A] है, पर [B] नहीं है।
हालांकि वह होशियार है, पर वह मेहनत नहीं करता।
हालांकि [A] के बावजूद, [B] है।
हालांकि कठिनाइयों के बावजूद, उसने हार नहीं मानी।
यद्यपि [A], तथापि [B] है।
यद्यपि वह विद्वान है, तथापि वह विनम्र है।
[Clause], हालांकि [Clause]।
मैं आऊँगा, हालांकि मुझे देर हो सकती है।
हालांकि ऐसा प्रतीत होता है कि [A], वास्तविकता में [B] है।
हालांकि ऐसा प्रतीत होता है कि वह खुश है, वास्तविकता में वह परेशान है।
語族
関連
使い方
Very common in all forms of Hindi.
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हालांकि वह बीमार है, वह काम कर रहा है।
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हालांकि वह बीमार है, फिर भी वह काम कर रहा है।
Missing the correlative 'phir bhi' makes the sentence feel incomplete.
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हालांकि कल बारिश हो, हम जाएंगे।
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भले ही कल बारिश हो, हम जाएंगे।
Using 'hālānki' for a future hypothetical instead of 'bhale hi'.
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मैं चाय पी रहा हूँ हालांकि उसे कॉफी पसंद है।
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मैं चाय पी रहा हूँ जबकि उसे कॉफी पसंद है।
Using 'hālānki' for a simple comparison between two people.
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हालाकी (Halaki)
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हालांकि (Hālānki)
Spelling/pronunciation error: missing the nasal 'n' sound.
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हालांकि वह अमीर है, इसलिए वह खुश है।
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हालांकि वह अमीर है, फिर भी वह खुश नहीं है।
Using 'isliye' (therefore) which shows agreement, instead of 'phir bhi' which shows contrast.
ヒント
The Correlative Rule
Always try to pair 'hālānki' with 'phir bhi' to sound like a native speaker. It completes the logical loop.
The Pause
When speaking, put a tiny pause after the first clause. It helps the listener prepare for the contrast.
Register Awareness
Use 'hālānki' in most situations, but switch to 'yadyapi' if you are writing a very formal academic paper.
Catch the Nasal
Listen for the 'bindu' (nasal dot). It's the key to distinguishing 'hālānki' from similar-sounding words.
Comma Usage
Always put a comma after the first clause in writing to separate the concession from the main point.
Fact Check
Use 'hālānki' only when the first part of the sentence is a known fact or a reality.
News Watching
Watch Hindi news headlines. You will hear 'hālānki' used almost every day to describe political events.
Avoid Jabki
Don't use 'hālānki' when you are just comparing two different people. Use 'jabki' for that.
Sentence Variety
Try placing 'hālānki' in the middle of a sentence occasionally to vary your writing style.
Hall of Anki
Remember the story of Anki in the Hall to never forget the word again!
暗記しよう
記憶術
Think of 'Hall' + 'Anki'. Imagine a girl named Anki standing in a big Hall, saying 'Although I am in this hall, I want to go outside.' Hall-Anki.
視覚的連想
Imagine a scale where one side has a heavy weight (the fact) and the other side has a person pushing it up (the 'phir bhi' action).
Word Web
チャレンジ
Try to write three sentences about your day using 'हालांकि... फिर भी' to describe something you did despite a challenge.
語源
Derived from Persian. It is a combination of 'hāl' (state/condition) and 'ānki' (that which). It entered Hindi through the influence of Persian in the Mughal courts.
元の意味: In the state that / Given that.
Indo-European (Persian influence on Indo-Aryan).文化的な背景
It is a neutral word with no negative connotations, suitable for all audiences.
English speakers often forget the 'phir bhi' part because 'although' doesn't require 'yet' in English. This is the biggest hurdle.
実生活で練習する
実際の使用場面
Giving an excuse
- हालांकि मुझे आना था...
- हालांकि मैं भूल गया...
- हालांकि समय नहीं मिला...
- हालांकि मैंने कोशिश की...
Describing a person
- हालांकि वह सख्त है...
- हालांकि वह दयालु है...
- हालांकि वह चुप रहता है...
- हालांकि वह होशियार है...
Discussing a movie/book
- हालांकि कहानी अच्छी थी...
- हालांकि अंत दुखद था...
- हालांकि अभिनय शानदार था...
- हालांकि संगीत औसत था...
Weather and travel
- हालांकि बारिश हो रही थी...
- हालांकि बहुत गर्मी है...
- हालांकि रास्ता खराब है...
- हालांकि ट्रेन लेट थी...
Work and business
- हालांकि बजट कम है...
- हालांकि समय सीमा करीब है...
- हालांकि टीम छोटी है...
- हालांकि लक्ष्य बड़ा है...
会話のきっかけ
"हालांकि आज छुट्टी है, आप क्या कर रहे हैं?"
"हालांकि हिंदी मुश्किल लगती है, आपको क्या पसंद है?"
"हालांकि शहर में बहुत भीड़ है, आपका पसंदीदा कोना कौन सा है?"
"हालांकि तकनीक अच्छी है, क्या आपको पुरानी चीजें पसंद हैं?"
"हालांकि खाना तीखा है, क्या आप और लेंगे?"
日記のテーマ
हालांकि आज का दिन कठिन था, मैंने क्या सीखा?
हालांकि मेरे पास बहुत काम है, मैं खुद के लिए समय कैसे निकालूँ?
हालांकि दुनिया बदल रही है, मेरी कौन सी आदतें वही हैं?
हालांकि मैं यहाँ नया हूँ, मुझे कैसा महसूस हो रहा है?
हालांकि कल अनिश्चित है, मेरी आज की योजना क्या है?
よくある質問
10 問Yes, you can, especially in informal speech or when 'hālānki' is in the middle of a sentence. However, using 'phir bhi' or 'par' makes the sentence sound more complete and natural.
It is neutral to formal. It's perfectly fine for daily conversation, but it's also the standard word used in news and books.
'Hālānki' is for facts (Although it is raining...). 'Bhale hi' is for hypotheticals (Even if it rains...).
It comes from Persian. 'Hāl' means state, and 'ānki' means 'that which'.
No, it is a conjunction that must introduce a clause. It cannot stand alone at the end of a sentence like 'though' sometimes does in English.
Yes, they mean the same thing, but 'yadyapi' is much more formal and used in high-level literature or formal speeches.
It's a soft nasal sound made in the back of the throat, similar to the 'ng' in 'song' but softer. Don't let your tongue touch the roof of your mouth for a hard 'N'.
In spoken Hindi, people often say 'हालांकि... लेकिन', but in formal writing, 'हालांकि... फिर भी' or 'हालांकि... तथापि' is preferred.
Yes, it is exactly the same in Urdu and is used very frequently.
No, it is an 'avyay' (indeclinable), meaning it never changes its form regardless of gender, number, or tense.
自分をテスト 200 問
Write a sentence: Although he is small, he is brave.
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Write a sentence: Although it is raining, still I will go out.
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Write a sentence: Although he worked hard, still he failed.
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Write a sentence: Although the city is noisy, still I like living here.
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Write a sentence: Although the economy is improving, unemployment is still a challenge.
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Write a sentence: Although I am hungry, I will not eat.
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Write a sentence: Although the movie was long, it was good.
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Write a sentence: Although he is rich, still he is sad.
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Write a sentence: Although he is an artist, still he is humble.
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Write a sentence: Although he admitted his mistake, still he was punished.
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Write a sentence: Although it is cold, I am happy.
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Write a sentence: Although she was tired, she cooked.
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Write a sentence: Although he is new, he knows everything.
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Write a sentence: Although the path is difficult, the goal is near.
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Write a sentence: Although technology is good, it has risks.
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Listen and identify: 'हालांकि वह छोटा है...'
Listen and identify: 'हालांकि बारिश हो रही थी...'
Listen and identify: 'हालांकि उसने मेहनत की...'
Listen and identify: 'हालांकि शहर शोर भरा है...'
Listen and identify: 'हालांकि आधुनिक समाज बदल रहा है...'
Listen and identify: 'हालांकि आज ठंड है...'
Listen and identify: 'हालांकि फिल्म अच्छी थी...'
Listen and identify: 'हालांकि वह अमीर है...'
Listen and identify: 'हालांकि वह बूढ़ा है...'
Listen and identify: 'हालांकि उसने गलती मानी...'
Listen and identify: 'हालांकि यह घर पुराना है...'
Listen and identify: 'हालांकि धूप तेज है...'
Listen and identify: 'हालांकि वह नया है...'
Listen and identify: 'हालांकि रास्ता कठिन है...'
Listen and identify: 'हालांकि समय कम है...'
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Summary
Mastering 'हालांकि' allows you to create sophisticated sentences that acknowledge contradictions. Always remember the 'हालांकि... फिर भी' structure to sound like a natural speaker. Example: हालांकि वह थका है, फिर भी वह पढ़ रहा है (Although he is tired, still he is studying).
- हालांकि (hālānki) means 'although' or 'even though' and is used to show contrast.
- It is usually paired with 'फिर भी' (phir bhi) or 'पर' (par) in the second part of the sentence.
- The word is of Persian origin and is common in both formal and informal Hindi.
- It is used for facts, while 'bhale hi' is used for hypothetical situations.
The Correlative Rule
Always try to pair 'hālānki' with 'phir bhi' to sound like a native speaker. It completes the logical loop.
The Pause
When speaking, put a tiny pause after the first clause. It helps the listener prepare for the contrast.
Register Awareness
Use 'hālānki' in most situations, but switch to 'yadyapi' if you are writing a very formal academic paper.
Catch the Nasal
Listen for the 'bindu' (nasal dot). It's the key to distinguishing 'hālānki' from similar-sounding words.
関連コンテンツ
この単語を他の言語で
generalの関連語
आभार व्यक्त करना
B1感謝の気持ちを表す。
आचरण करना
C1振る舞うこと。特定のやり方で行動すること。
आगे
A1Forward; ahead.
आगे बढ़ना
A2前進する、進歩する。
आगामी
B1今度の、来たる。近い将来に予定されている出来事について使われます。
आह्वान करना
B1To call, to summon, to request someone's presence.
आज रात
A2今夜; 今日の夜。
आजमाना
A2何かをしようと試みること、またはテストすること。
आक्रमण करना
B2国や集団に対して軍事作戦を開始すること。
आखिरी
A2最後、最終。 「最後のバス」は「Aakhiri bus」です。 「最後の一回」は「Aakhiri baar」と言います。