लाड़ली
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- A feminine term for a beloved, cherished, or pampered girl.
- Rooted in 'Laad' (affection), it implies being the family's favorite.
- Commonly used for daughters and granddaughters in North Indian households.
- Also used in government schemes and religious contexts (Radha Rani).
The Hindi word लाड़ली (Lāḍlī) is a deeply emotive term that transcends a simple dictionary definition of 'darling' or 'beloved.' At its core, it is the feminine form of an adjective and noun derived from the word 'Lāḍ' (लाड़), which signifies intense affection, caressing, and the act of spoiling someone with love. When you call a girl or a woman 'Laadli,' you are not just saying she is liked; you are identifying her as the 'apple of the eye'—the one who receives the most indulgence and tender care within a family or a social circle. Historically and culturally in North India, the term is most frequently applied to the youngest daughter or the only daughter in a household, signifying a status where her whims are often met with a smile and her presence is seen as a blessing.
- Emotional Resonance
- It conveys a sense of protective love. To be 'Laadli' is to be under the protective and indulgent umbrella of the elders, particularly the father and brothers.
- Social Context
- In modern India, the term has been institutionalized through various government schemes like 'Ladli Laxmi Yojna,' aimed at improving the status of girl children, thereby associating the word with empowerment and the intrinsic value of daughters.
वह अपने पूरे परिवार की लाड़ली है और उसकी हर बात मानी जाती है। (She is the darling of her entire family, and her every wish is granted.)
The usage of 'Laadli' is almost exclusively positive, though in some contexts, it can hint at being 'pampered' to the point of being slightly spoiled (though rarely in a derogatory way). It is a word of endearment used by parents, grandparents, and even in romantic poetry to describe a woman who is cherished above all others. Unlike the English word 'favorite,' which can feel clinical, 'Laadli' carries the warmth of a hug and the softness of a childhood memory. It is often paired with 'Beti' (daughter) to form 'Laadli Beti,' a phrase that evokes a specific cultural archetype of the cherished daughter who brings joy and light to the home.
दादी की लाड़ली पोती हमेशा उनके साथ ही सोती है। (The grandmother's cherished granddaughter always sleeps with her.)
- Register
- Primarily informal and familial, but increasingly used in formal social-welfare branding.
Using लाड़ली correctly requires an understanding of Hindi's gender agreement rules. Since it ends in the 'ee' (ई) sound, it is strictly feminine. If you were referring to a boy, you would use 'Laadla' (लाड़ला). In a sentence, 'Laadli' can function as both an adjective modifying a noun or as a noun itself. When used as an adjective, it precedes the noun: 'Laadli Beti' (Cherished Daughter). When used as a noun, it often follows a possessive pronoun or noun: 'Mera Laadli' (though grammatically 'Meri Laadli' is correct as the gender of the object determines the possessive).
मेरी लाड़ली बहन आज बहुत खुश है। (My darling sister is very happy today.)
In complex sentences, 'Laadli' can be used to describe the relationship between two people. For example, 'Woh apne pita ki laadli hai' (She is her father's darling). Notice how 'ki' (feminine possessive marker) is used because 'Laadli' is feminine. Even if the father (pita) is masculine, the link is to the daughter's status as 'Laadli.' This is a common point of confusion for English speakers who are used to gender-neutral terms like 'favorite.'
- Common Sentence Structures
- [Subject] + [Possessive] + लाड़ली + [Verb]. Example: सीमा अपनी माँ की लाड़ली है।
- [Possessive] + लाड़ली + [Noun] + [Verb]. Example: मेरी लाड़ली बिटिया सो रही है।
गाँव के लोग उसे अपनी लाड़ली मानते हैं। (The village people consider her their darling.)
The word is also versatile in literary contexts. In Sufi poetry or Bhakti literature, 'Laadli' is sometimes used to refer to Radha (Radha Rani) in her relationship with Krishna, emphasizing her status as the most beloved. This adds a layer of spiritual devotion to the word, suggesting that being 'Laadli' is a state of divine grace and supreme affection.
You will encounter लाड़ली in a variety of settings, ranging from the most intimate family gatherings to nationwide television broadcasts. In a typical North Indian household, a grandmother might call out to her granddaughter using this term, or a father might use it when introducing his daughter to friends. It is a staple of 'Mummy-Papa' talk, signifying the special bond shared with a female child. If you are watching Bollywood movies, particularly family dramas or romances, 'Laadli' is frequently used in songs and dialogues to establish a character's role as the pampered princess of the house.
फिल्मों में अक्सर पिता अपनी लाड़ली बेटी की शादी पर भावुक हो जाते हैं। (In movies, fathers often get emotional at their darling daughter's wedding.)
Beyond the home, the word has significant political and social visibility. The Indian government and various state governments (like Madhya Pradesh and Delhi) have launched 'Ladli' schemes. These are social welfare programs designed to provide financial incentives for the birth and education of girl children to combat gender discrimination. Consequently, you will see 'Laadli' written on posters, mentioned in news reports about social reform, and discussed in community meetings regarding women's empowerment. This has given the word a secondary meaning of 'valued daughter of the state.'
- Government Schemes
- Ladli Laxmi Yojna, Ladli Social Security Allowance.
- Media & Arts
- Folk songs (Sohar), TV serials focusing on family dynamics, and wedding invitations.
In religious contexts, especially in Braj (the region around Mathura and Vrindavan), 'Laadli Ji' is a common name for Goddess Radha. Devotees visit the 'Laadli Ji Temple' in Barsana. Here, the word takes on the highest form of respect and adoration, representing the soul's beloved relationship with the divine. Hearing 'Laadli' in this region is almost always a reference to Radha Rani.
The most frequent mistake learners make with लाड़ली is related to gender agreement. Hindi is a highly gendered language, and 'Laadli' is the feminine form. Using 'Laadli' for a boy is a significant grammatical error that will sound jarring to native speakers. For a male child or a man who is a 'darling,' you must use 'Laadla' (लाड़ला). Similarly, the possessive pronouns and adjectives must match the feminine gender of 'Laadli.' One should say 'Meri Laadli' (My darling - f) rather than 'Mera Laadli.'
Incorrect: वह अपने पिता का लाड़ली है।
Correct: वह अपने पिता की लाड़ली है।
Another common mistake is confusing 'Laadli' with 'Pyaari' (lovely/dear). While they are synonyms, 'Laadli' implies a specific kind of 'spoiling' or 'pampering' (Laad-pyaar) that 'Pyaari' does not necessarily carry. 'Pyaari' is a general term for anyone you love, whereas 'Laadli' suggests a hierarchy of affection where this person is the most indulged. Using 'Laadli' for a stranger or in a formal professional setting is also inappropriate as it is too intimate.
- Grammar Trap
- Mistaking the gender of the subject for the gender of the adjective. Remember, 'Laadli' is always feminine because the person being described is female.
- Pronunciation Error
- Failing to pronounce the retroflex 'ḍ' (ड़). It is not a simple 'd' as in 'dog,' but requires the tongue to flap against the roof of the mouth.
Lastly, some learners over-apply the word to mean 'favorite' in non-human contexts. You wouldn't typically call your 'favorite book' your 'Laadli Kitab.' While poetically possible, it sounds strange. 'Laadli' is almost always reserved for people, specifically girls and women, to denote a human relationship of deep affection and pampering.
While लाड़ली is a unique and powerful word, Hindi offers several alternatives depending on the nuance of affection you wish to convey. The most common alternative is प्यारी (Pyari), which means 'dear' or 'lovely.' Pyari is more versatile and can be used for anyone—friends, children, or even pets. It lacks the specific 'pampered' connotation of Laadli. Another close synonym is दुलारी (Dulari). 'Dular' and 'Laad' are often used together (Laad-Dular), and 'Dulari' similarly means a cherished or beloved girl. 'Dulari' feels slightly more old-fashioned and is very common in folk songs.
- Comparison: Laadli vs. Dulari
- Laadli: Focuses on the act of being pampered and the status of being the 'apple of the eye.'
- Dulari: Focuses on being the recipient of gentle, tender affection and caresses.
वह सबकी दुलारी है। (She is everyone's darling/beloved.)
If you want to say someone is a 'favorite' in a more general or less emotional sense, you might use पसंदीदा (Pasandida). However, 'Pasandida' is usually used for objects or choices (like a favorite color) rather than people. For a 'beloved' in a romantic or deeply spiritual sense, प्रिया (Priya) or प्रेयसी (Preyasi) are used, though these are more formal and Sanskritized. In a very informal or slang-adjacent way, people might use 'jaan' (life) to mean darling, but it doesn't carry the familial weight that 'Laadli' does.
- Register Differences
- चहेती (Chaheti): More formal/literary way to say 'favorite.'
- लाडो (Laado): A very affectionate, regional (Haryanvi/Rajasthani) variant of 'Laadli' often used for young girls.
How Formal Is It?
豆知識
The word is so culturally specific that there is no single English word that captures both the 'darling' and 'pampered' aspects perfectly.
発音ガイド
- Pronouncing 'd' as a dental 'd' (like 'the') instead of retroflex.
- Making the 'i' sound too short (it should be a long 'ee').
- Confusing it with 'Ladli' (short 'a'), which is incorrect.
- Failing to flap the tongue for the 'ḍ' sound.
- Stressing the second syllable.
難易度
Easy to recognize in text, often appearing in familiar contexts.
Requires correct spelling of the retroflex 'ḍ' and 'ī'.
The retroflex 'ḍ' can be challenging for non-native speakers to master.
Distinctive sound makes it easy to pick out in conversation.
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Gender Agreement
Adjectives ending in 'ī' are usually feminine (Laadli, Pyari).
Possessive Markers
Use 'kī' before Laadli (Pita kī laadli).
Retroflex Consonants
The 'ḍ' in Laadli requires the tongue to touch the hard palate.
Pluralization
Feminine nouns ending in 'ī' change to 'iyān' (Laadli -> Laadliyan).
Vocative Case
When calling someone, 'O Laadli' is rare; usually just 'Laadli!' is used.
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वह मेरी लाड़ली है।
She is my darling.
Subject (She) + Possessive (My-f) + Laadli + Verb (is).
मेरी लाड़ली बेटी कहाँ है?
Where is my darling daughter?
'Meri' and 'Laadli' both agree with the feminine noun 'Beti'.
दादी की लाड़ली बहुत छोटी है।
Grandmother's darling is very small.
'Ki' is the feminine possessive marker.
यह मेरी लाड़ली गुड़िया है।
This is my favorite/cherished doll.
Here 'Laadli' is used for an object (doll) in a personified way.
तुम सबकी लाड़ली हो।
You are everyone's darling.
'Sabki' means 'everyone's' (feminine).
मेरी लाड़ली बहन बहुत अच्छी है।
My darling sister is very good.
Adjective 'Laadli' modifies 'Bahan' (sister).
क्या वह तुम्हारी लाड़ली है?
Is she your darling?
Interrogative sentence structure.
वह एक लाड़ली बच्ची है।
She is a pampered/darling child.
'Bacchi' is the feminine form of child.
वह अपने पिता की सबसे लाड़ली बेटी है।
She is her father's most cherished daughter.
'Sabse' is used for comparison (most).
मेरी लाड़ली बिल्ली सो रही है।
My darling cat is sleeping.
Using 'Laadli' for a female pet.
वह घर में सबकी लाड़ली बनी रहती है।
She remains everyone's darling in the house.
Present continuous sense with 'bani rehti hai'.
चाची की लाड़ली आज स्कूल नहीं गई।
Aunt's darling didn't go to school today.
Negative past tense.
उसकी लाड़ली मुस्कान सबको पसंद है।
Everyone likes her darling/cherished smile.
Here 'Laadli' describes 'Muskan' (smile - feminine).
वह अपनी माँ की लाड़ली है, इसलिए उसे डाँट नहीं पड़ती।
She is her mother's darling, so she doesn't get scolded.
Compound sentence with 'isliye' (so).
मेरी लाड़ली पोती ने मुझे यह चित्र दिया।
My darling granddaughter gave me this picture.
Past tense with 'ne' (ergative marker).
क्या तुम मेरी लाड़ली बनोगी?
Will you be my darling?
Future tense (feminine).
सरकार ने लाड़ली लक्ष्मी योजना शुरू की है।
The government has started the Ladli Laxmi scheme.
Proper noun usage in a social scheme.
वह बचपन से ही अपने दादाजी की लाड़ली रही है।
She has been her grandfather's darling since childhood.
Present perfect continuous sense.
ज़्यादा लाड़ली होने के कारण वह थोड़ी ज़िद्दी हो गई है।
Due to being too pampered, she has become a bit stubborn.
Using 'Laadli' to imply the result of pampering.
गाँव की हर बेटी को लाड़ली माना जाना चाहिए।
Every daughter of the village should be considered a 'laadli'.
Passive construction (mana jana chahiye).
वह अपनी बड़ी बहन की भी उतनी ही लाड़ली है।
She is just as much a darling to her elder sister.
Comparison using 'utni hi'.
लाड़ली बेटियों के लिए शिक्षा बहुत ज़रूरी है।
Education is very important for cherished daughters.
Plural usage (Laadli remains the same, Betiyon changes).
उसकी बातों में एक लाड़ली बच्ची जैसी मासूमियत है।
There is an innocence like a pampered child in her talk.
Simile using 'jaisi'.
फिल्म में नायिका अपने पिता की लाड़ली दिखाई गई है।
In the film, the heroine is shown as her father's darling.
Passive voice in media description.
ब्रज में राधा रानी को 'लाड़ली जी' के नाम से पुकारा जाता है।
In Braj, Radha Rani is called by the name 'Laadli Ji'.
Religious title usage.
संयुक्त परिवार में अक्सर सबसे छोटी बेटी सबकी लाड़ली होती है।
In a joint family, the youngest daughter is often everyone's darling.
Generalization about family structures.
उसने अपनी लाड़ली के लिए दुनिया की हर खुशी खरीदने की कोशिश की।
He tried to buy every happiness in the world for his darling.
Using 'Laadli' as a noun representing the person.
साहित्य में 'लाड़ली' शब्द का प्रयोग अक्सर कोमलता दर्शाने के लिए किया जाता है।
In literature, the word 'Laadli' is often used to show tenderness.
Academic observation.
क्या उसे लाड़ली कहना आज के समय में सही है?
Is it right to call her 'laadli' in today's times?
Reflective question about modern usage.
वह अपनी लाड़ली आदतों की वजह से नई जगह परेशान हो रही है।
She is having trouble in the new place because of her pampered habits.
Adjective modifying 'aadaton' (habits).
पिता के लिए उसकी लाड़ली का दुख सहना मुश्किल था।
It was difficult for the father to bear his darling's sorrow.
Abstract noun usage with possessive.
लाड़ली होने का मतलब सिर्फ प्यार पाना नहीं, बल्कि सम्मान पाना भी है।
Being a 'laadli' doesn't just mean getting love, but also getting respect.
Gerundial usage of 'hona' (being).
इस योजना का मुख्य उद्देश्य समाज में लाड़ली बेटियों के प्रति नज़रिया बदलना है।
The main objective of this scheme is to change the society's perspective towards cherished daughters.
Formal administrative language.
कवि ने प्रकृति को अपनी लाड़ली बेटी के रूप में चित्रित किया है।
The poet has depicted nature as his darling daughter.
Metaphorical usage in literary criticism.
उसकी आवाज़ में वही पुरानी लाड़ली खनक आज भी मौजूद है।
That same old pampered ring is still present in her voice today.
Descriptive adjective for an abstract quality (khanak - ring/sound).
मध्यवर्गीय परिवारों में लाड़ली होने के अपने ही संघर्ष और सुख हैं।
Being a 'laadli' in middle-class families has its own struggles and joys.
Sociological commentary.
वह अपनी लाड़ली छवि से बाहर निकलकर अपनी पहचान बनाना चाहती है।
She wants to step out of her 'darling' image and create her own identity.
Complex psychological context.
बरसाना के लाड़ली जी मंदिर की छटा निराली है।
The splendor of the Laadli Ji temple in Barsana is unique.
Geographical and cultural reference.
उसके व्यवहार में एक लाड़ली नज़ाकत है जो सबको आकर्षित करती है।
There is a pampered delicacy in her behavior that attracts everyone.
Nuanced adjective usage (nazaakat - delicacy/elegance).
लाड़ली शब्द का सांस्कृतिक महत्व भारतीय पारिवारिक ढाँचे में गहराई से समाया हुआ है।
The cultural significance of the word 'Laadli' is deeply embedded in the Indian family structure.
High-level academic statement.
पितृसत्तात्मक समाज में 'लाड़ली' का विशेषण कभी-कभी सोने के पिंजरे जैसा प्रतीत होता है।
In a patriarchal society, the adjective 'Laadli' sometimes seems like a golden cage.
Critical feminist analysis.
भक्ति साहित्य में 'लाड़ली' शब्द आत्मा की परमात्मा के प्रति अनन्य प्रियता का प्रतीक है।
In devotional literature, the word 'Laadli' symbolizes the soul's exclusive belovedness towards the Divine.
Theological interpretation.
उनकी लेखनी में लाड़ली भावनाओं का ऐसा सैलाब है जो पाठक को भिगो देता है।
In his writing, there is such a flood of cherished emotions that it drenches the reader.
Highly metaphorical and abstract usage.
राजनीतिक गलियारों में 'लाड़ली' वोट बैंक की राजनीति का एक सशक्त उपकरण बन चुकी है।
In political corridors, 'Laadli' has become a powerful tool of vote-bank politics.
Political science terminology.
वह अपनी लाड़ली ज़िद को अपनी सबसे बड़ी ताकत में बदलना जानती है।
She knows how to turn her pampered stubbornness into her greatest strength.
Subverting the traditional meaning.
भारतीय लोकगीतों में 'लाड़ली' की विदाई का वर्णन हृदयविदारक होता है।
The description of a 'Laadli's' departure in Indian folksongs is heart-wrenching.
Ethnomusicological observation.
क्या हम वाकई अपनी बेटियों को 'लाड़ली' बना रहे हैं या सिर्फ उन्हें आश्रित बना रहे हैं?
Are we really making our daughters 'laadlis' or just making them dependent?
Philosophical and social critique.
उसकी लाड़ली शख्सियत के पीछे एक बेहद सुलझा हुआ और गंभीर व्यक्तित्व छिपा है।
Behind her pampered persona hides a very sorted and serious personality.
Character analysis using contrasting adjectives.
よく使う組み合わせ
よく使うフレーズ
— Someone who is very precious, similar to 'apple of the eye'.
वह अपनी माँ की आँखों की लाड़ली है।
— To treat someone with extreme care and love.
ससुराल में भी उसे लाड़ली की तरह रखा गया।
— Refers to government welfare schemes for girls.
लाड़ली योजना से कई परिवारों को लाभ हुआ।
— The specific affection given to a favorite girl.
उसका लाड़ली का लाड़ कभी खत्म नहीं होता।
— Calling a girl a 'darling queen,' usually by parents.
उठो मेरी लाड़ली रानी, सुबह हो गई।
よく混同される語
This is the masculine version. Using 'Laadli' for a boy is a common mistake.
Sounds slightly similar but means 'to stumble' or 'to falter'.
This is the noun meaning 'affection.' 'Laadli' is the person who receives it.
慣用句と表現
— To act pampered or seek affection.
वह छोटी-छोटी बातों पर लाड़ में आ जाती है।
Informal— To pamper or shower someone with affection.
दादाजी अपनी पोती से बहुत लाड़ लड़ाते हैं।
Informal— To spoil someone by over-pampering (negative side of Laad).
ज़्यादा लाड़ ने उसे सिर पर चढ़ा दिया है।
Colloquial— Very dear/beloved (often used with Laadla/Laadli).
वह अपने पिता की आँखों का तारा और लाड़ली है।
Neutral— To protect someone very delicately (like a blister on the palm).
माँ ने अपनी लाड़ली को हथेली के छाले की तरह पाला।
Literary— To be very sweet/beloved (rarely used specifically with Laadli but related).
उनकी लाड़ली तो सबके साथ घी-शक्कर हो जाती है।
Informal— A piece of one's heart (very beloved child).
मेरी लाड़ली मेरे कलेजे का टुकड़ा है।
Emotional— To keep someone in extreme comfort/pampering.
वह अपनी लाड़ली को फूलों की सेज पर रखता है।
Metaphorical— To be extremely dear (though sometimes means annoying, usually means very close).
वह अपने दादा की नाक का बाल और लाड़ली है।
Colloquial間違えやすい
Both mean 'dear'.
'Laadli' specifically implies pampering and being a favorite, while 'Pyari' is more general.
वह प्यारी लड़की है (She is a lovely girl). वह सबकी लाड़ली है (She is everyone's darling/pampered one).
Both mean 'cherished'.
'Dulari' is more poetic/old-fashioned; 'Laadli' is more common in modern speech and policy.
मैया की दुलारी (Mother's cherished one).
Both mean 'favorite'.
'Chaheti' is more formal and can be used in non-family contexts like a 'favorite student'.
वह अध्यापक की चहेती शिष्या है।
Both mean 'favorite'.
'Pasandida' is usually for objects, colors, or food. 'Laadli' is for people.
मेरा पसंदीदा रंग नीला है।
Both mean 'darling'.
'Laado' is a regional dialect version; 'Laadli' is standard Hindi.
आओ लाडो, खाना खा लो।
文型パターン
वह [Possessive] लाड़ली है।
वह मेरी लाड़ली है।
[Name] [Possessive] लाड़ली [Noun] है।
सोनम अपने पापा की लाड़ली बेटी है।
[Adverb] लाड़ली होने के कारण [Result]।
बहुत लाड़ली होने के कारण वह शरारती है।
[Context] में उसे लाड़ली माना जाता है।
पूरे गाँव में उसे लाड़ली माना जाता है।
लाड़ली शब्द [Abstract Concept] का प्रतीक है।
लाड़ली शब्द पारिवारिक प्रेम का प्रतीक है।
चाहे वह लाड़ली हो या न हो, [Condition]।
चाहे वह लाड़ली हो या न हो, उसे मेहनत करनी होगी।
मेरी लाड़ली [Verb] रही है।
मेरी लाड़ली मुस्कुरा रही है।
क्या यह तुम्हारी लाड़ली है?
क्या यह तुम्हारी लाड़ली बिल्ली है?
語族
名詞
動詞
形容詞
関連
使い方
High in domestic and social welfare contexts.
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Using 'Laadli' for a son.
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Using 'Laadla'.
Hindi adjectives must match the gender of the person being described.
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Saying 'Mera laadli'.
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Saying 'Meri laadli'.
The possessive pronoun 'mera' must change to 'meri' to match the feminine 'laadli'.
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Pronouncing it like 'Ladlee' with a soft 'd'.
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Pronouncing with a retroflex 'ḍ'.
The retroflex sound is essential for correct Hindi pronunciation.
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Using it for a boss in a formal meeting.
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Using 'Pasandida' or 'Ache'.
'Laadli' is too intimate and familial for a professional setting.
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Confusing 'Laadli' with 'Ladki' (girl).
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Understanding 'Laadli' is an adjective/description, 'Ladki' is the noun.
While often used together, they are different parts of speech.
ヒント
Understand the 'Laad'
To truly use the word, understand 'Laad'—it's the act of giving a child their favorite food or letting them stay up late because you love them so much.
Check the 'ki'
Always use 'ki' (feminine) with Laadli. Example: 'Papa ki laadli' (not 'Papa ka laadli').
Tongue Position
For the 'ḍ', make sure your tongue hits the top of your mouth, not your teeth.
Home vs. Work
Keep 'Laadli' for home and family. In the office, use 'Chaheti' or 'Pasandida' if you must talk about a favorite.
Pair with Beti
The phrase 'Laadli Beti' is extremely common and always sounds natural.
Empowerment
Remember that in modern India, 'Laadli' is often a word of empowerment for girls.
Songs
Listen to folk songs or Bollywood 'Vidai' songs to hear the emotional depth of this word.
Spelling
Don't forget the dot under the 'ḍ' (ड़). It changes the sound entirely.
Lady-li
Think of it as 'Lady-Lovely' to remember it's feminine and means beloved.
Masculine Form
Always remember 'Laadla' for boys. It's equally common!
暗記しよう
記憶術
Think of a 'Lady' who is 'Lovely' and 'Little' – that’s a 'Laad-li'. It’s the 'Lady' version of a favorite.
視覚的連想
Imagine a little girl in a pink dress being given a giant teddy bear by her smiling grandfather. That feeling of being special is 'Laadli'.
Word Web
チャレンジ
Try to use 'Laadli' in three different sentences describing your female family members or pets today.
語源
Derived from the Sanskrit root 'Lāḍ' (लाड्) which means to play, dally, or fondle. It evolved through Prakrit into Modern Hindi.
元の意味: The original sense was related to playful affection or the act of caressing a child.
Indo-Aryan (Indo-European).文化的な背景
While positive, avoid using it for adult women in professional settings as it can sound patronizing or overly intimate.
English speakers might use 'daddy's girl' or 'princess,' but 'Laadli' is more common and less potentially negative.
実生活で練習する
実際の使用場面
At Home
- मेरी लाड़ली कहाँ है?
- इसे बहुत लाड़ली बनाया है।
- दादी की लाड़ली।
- घर की लाड़ली बेटी।
Government Office
- लाड़ली योजना का फॉर्म।
- लाड़ली लक्ष्मी के लाभ।
- बेटी बचाओ, लाड़ली पढ़ाओ।
- लाड़ली निधि।
Wedding
- बाबुल की लाड़ली।
- लाड़ली की विदाई।
- हमारी लाड़ली अब पराई हो गई।
- लाड़ली का कन्यादान।
Religious Pilgrimage
- लाड़ली जी के दर्शन।
- बरसाना की लाड़ली।
- श्री लाड़ली लाल की जय।
- लाड़ली महल।
School/Playground
- वह टीचर की लाड़ली है।
- सबकी लाड़ली सहेली।
- लाड़ली ज़िद।
- छोटी लाड़ली।
会話のきっかけ
"क्या आप अपने परिवार में किसी की लाड़ली हैं?"
"आपके यहाँ 'लाड़ली' शब्द का प्रयोग कब किया जाता है?"
"क्या आपको लगता है कि बच्चों को बहुत लाड़ली बनाना सही है?"
"भारत में 'लाड़ली' योजनाओं के बारे में आपकी क्या राय है?"
"क्या आपके देश में 'लाड़ली' जैसा कोई विशेष शब्द है?"
日記のテーマ
अपने बचपन की किसी ऐसी घटना के बारे में लिखें जब आप खुद को 'लाड़ली' महसूस कर रही थीं।
क्या 'लाड़ली' होना एक जिम्मेदारी है या सिर्फ एक सुख? विस्तार से लिखें।
समाज में बेटियों को 'लाड़ली' मानने से क्या बदलाव आ सकते हैं? अपने विचार व्यक्त करें।
एक ऐसी कहानी लिखें जिसका शीर्षक 'मेरी लाड़ली' हो।
अगर आप एक 'लाड़ली' योजना बनाना चाहें, तो उसमें क्या सुविधाएँ होंगी?
よくある質問
10 問It is uncommon. 'Laadli' usually refers to a daughter or a younger female relative. For a wife, 'Priya' or 'Jaan' would be more appropriate, though in poetic contexts, 'Laadli' can be used to show extreme indulgence.
'Laadli' is for females (daughter, sister, etc.) and 'Laadla' is for males (son, brother, etc.). They both mean the same thing but change based on the gender of the person.
It is semi-formal. While it's used in government schemes (formal), its primary use is in the home (informal).
It is a retroflex 'ḍ'. Curl your tongue back and touch the roof of your mouth, then flick it forward. It's not like the 'd' in 'dog'.
Yes, if the pet is female. For example, 'Meri laadli billi' (My darling cat).
Not necessarily. It mostly means 'loved' and 'cherished.' However, if used in a specific tone, it can imply someone who is a bit spoiled because they get so much love.
Because she is considered the most beloved and cherished devotee/consort of Krishna, representing supreme affection.
It's rare. Usually, 'Pasandida' is used for objects. 'Laadli' is almost always for living beings.
It is a Hindi word, so it's primarily used in North India. Other languages have their own equivalents.
It is a famous Indian government scheme that provides financial help to families with girl children to encourage their education and health.
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Write a sentence using 'Laadli' to describe your sister.
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Translate: 'She is her father's darling.'
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Describe the meaning of 'Laadli' in your own words (Hindi).
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Write a short dialogue between a grandmother and her 'Laadli' granddaughter.
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Use 'Laadli' in a sentence about a government scheme.
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Write a sentence using the plural 'Laadliyan'.
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Translate: 'The pampered child is stubborn.'
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Write a poetic line using 'Laadli Ji'.
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Explain the difference between 'Laadli' and 'Pyari'.
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Write a sentence about a 'Laadli' cat.
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Translate: 'My darling daughter is sleeping.'
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Use 'Laadli' to describe a character in a story.
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Write an invitation line for a 'Laadli's' birthday.
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Translate: 'Everyone's darling.'
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Write a sentence about a father's love for his 'Laadli'.
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Translate: 'She was the darling of the school.'
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Write a sentence using 'Laadli' and 'Muskan'.
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Translate: 'Don't act too pampered.'
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Write a formal sentence about girl child welfare using 'Laadli'.
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Translate: 'The youngest sister is the darling.'
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Pronounce 'Laadli' correctly focusing on the retroflex 'ḍ'.
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Say: 'She is my darling sister.' in Hindi.
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Say: 'Everyone loves the darling child.' in Hindi.
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Practice saying 'Laadla' and 'Laadli' to feel the difference.
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Explain the meaning of 'Laadli' in Hindi.
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Say: 'Grandfather's darling granddaughter' in Hindi.
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Say: 'Don't be too pampered' in Hindi.
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Say: 'Ladli Laxmi Scheme' in Hindi.
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Say: 'Radha is Laadli Ji' in Hindi.
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Say: 'My cat is my darling' in Hindi.
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Say: 'She is everyone's darling' in Hindi.
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Say: 'Darling daughter' in Hindi.
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Say: 'Only darling child' in Hindi.
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Say: 'The pampered girl is stubborn' in Hindi.
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Say: 'I love my darling sister' in Hindi.
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Say: 'Where is the darling?' in Hindi.
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Say: 'Father's darling' in Hindi.
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Say: 'Mother's darling' in Hindi.
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Say: 'Everyone's darling smile' in Hindi.
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Say: 'Beautiful darling' in Hindi.
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Listen to the sentence: 'वह सबकी लाड़ली है।' Who is she?
Is the speaker male or female? 'मैं अपनी लाड़ली से प्यार करती हूँ।'
What is being discussed? 'लाड़ली लक्ष्मी योजना के लाभ।'
Identify the word: 'मेरी छोटी लाड़ली इधर आओ।'
Who is the darling? 'चाचा की लाड़ली पोती खेल रही है।'
Listen for the gender: 'मेरा लाड़ला' vs 'मेरी लाड़ली'. Which is for a girl?
What is the tone? 'अरे मेरी लाड़ली!'
Is it formal? 'लाड़ली बेटियों का सम्मान करें।'
What is the relation? 'वह अपने भाई की लाड़ली है।'
What is the noun? 'लाड़ली बिटिया।'
Listen for the retroflex 'ḍ' in 'Laadli'.
Is she pampered? 'उसे बहुत लाड़ली बनाया है।'
Where is she? 'लाड़ली घर में है।'
Is she sleeping? 'लाड़ली बेटी सो रही है।'
Identify the possessive: 'तुम्हारी लाड़ली।'
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Summary
The word 'Laadli' is the ultimate expression of familial love for a girl, suggesting she is not just loved but specially indulged and protected. Example: 'वह अपने घर की लाड़ली है' (She is the darling of her house).
- A feminine term for a beloved, cherished, or pampered girl.
- Rooted in 'Laad' (affection), it implies being the family's favorite.
- Commonly used for daughters and granddaughters in North Indian households.
- Also used in government schemes and religious contexts (Radha Rani).
Understand the 'Laad'
To truly use the word, understand 'Laad'—it's the act of giving a child their favorite food or letting them stay up late because you love them so much.
Check the 'ki'
Always use 'ki' (feminine) with Laadli. Example: 'Papa ki laadli' (not 'Papa ka laadli').
Tongue Position
For the 'ḍ', make sure your tongue hits the top of your mouth, not your teeth.
Home vs. Work
Keep 'Laadli' for home and family. In the office, use 'Chaheti' or 'Pasandida' if you must talk about a favorite.
例文
मेरी लाड़ली आज स्कूल से वापस आ गई।
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