सवारी करना 30秒で
- Savārī karnā means 'to ride' a vehicle or animal.
- It is a compound verb combining 'savārī' (ride) and 'karnā' (to do).
- Always use 'kī' (feminine) with the vehicle: 'Bus kī savārī'.
- It differs from 'chalānā' (to drive) as it focuses on the ride itself.
The Hindi phrase सवारी करना (savārī karnā) is a compound verb that translates literally to "doing a ride." In Hindi, compound verbs are incredibly common, where a noun or adjective is paired with a functional verb like 'karnā' (to do) to create a specific action. In this case, 'savārī' refers to the act of riding or the state of being a passenger, and 'karnā' transforms it into the active process of riding. This term is versatile, covering everything from riding a bicycle or a horse to being a passenger in a bus or a train. It is a fundamental part of daily vocabulary for anyone discussing transportation, travel, or leisure activities involving movement on or in a vehicle or animal.
- Literal Meaning
- To perform the act of riding or being a passenger.
- Grammatical Category
- Compound Verb (Noun + Verb).
- Usage Context
- Used for animals (horses, elephants), small vehicles (cycles, bikes), and public transport (buses, trains).
Historically, 'savārī' originates from the Persian word 'sawār,' which refers to a rider or cavalryman. In modern Hindi, it has evolved to encompass the general experience of transit. When you use this phrase, you are often emphasizing the experience of the journey rather than the technical operation of the vehicle. For instance, if you are driving a car, you would use 'chalānā' (to drive), but if you are enjoying the ride in the back seat or riding a horse, 'savārī karnā' is the more appropriate and descriptive choice. It carries a connotation of movement and often a sense of adventure or routine commuting.
मुझे घोड़े की सवारी करना बहुत पसंद है। (I love riding a horse.)
In urban settings, you will hear this word at bus stands or railway stations. In rural India, it might refer to riding a bullock cart or a camel. The word also appears in cultural contexts, such as religious processions where a deity's 'savārī' (procession/ride) is taken through the streets. Understanding this word allows a learner to navigate conversations about travel plans, hobbies, and even historical narratives where grand processions are described. It is a bridge between the functional language of transport and the descriptive language of experience.
क्या आपने कभी ऊँट की सवारी की है? (Have you ever ridden a camel?)
बच्चे पार्क में साइकिल की सवारी कर रहे हैं। (Children are riding cycles in the park.)
हम नाव की सवारी करके टापू पर गए। (We went to the island by riding a boat.)
राजा हाथी की सवारी करते थे। (The King used to ride an elephant.)
- Synonym
- चढ़ना (chaṛhnā) - specifically for mounting or getting on.
- Antonym
- पैदल चलना (paidal chalnā) - to walk on foot.
Using सवारी करना (savārī karnā) correctly requires an understanding of how compound verbs conjugate in Hindi. Since 'savārī' is the noun part, it remains unchanged, while 'karnā' (to do) changes based on the tense, gender, and number of the subject. Crucially, the object you are riding is usually linked to 'savārī' using the feminine possessive postposition 'kī'. This is because 'savārī' itself is a feminine noun. For example, 'cycle kī savārī' literally means 'the ride of the cycle'.
- Present Continuous
- वह बस की सवारी कर रहा है। (He is riding the bus.)
- Past Simple
- हमने कल घोड़े की सवारी की। (We rode a horse yesterday.)
- Future Simple
- क्या तुम मेरे साथ सवारी करोगे? (Will you ride with me?)
When talking about animals, 'savārī karnā' is the standard way to express riding. In English, we might say "I am riding a horse," but in Hindi, we say "Main ghode kī savārī kar rahā hūn." If you are a passenger in a car but not the driver, you might say "Main car kī savārī kar rahā hūn," though in casual speech, people often just say "Main car mein hūn" (I am in the car). However, 'savārī karnā' adds a layer of formality or specific focus on the act of being transported. It is very common in tourism contexts, such as 'elephant rides' (hathi ki savārī) or 'boat rides' (nav ki savārī).
ऋषिकेश में लोग गंगा नदी में नाव की सवारी करते हैं। (In Rishikesh, people ride boats in the Ganges river.)
Another important aspect is the negation. To say you don't ride, you place 'nahīn' before 'karnā'. For example: "Mujhe motor-cycle kī savārī karnā nahīn āatā" (I don't know how to ride a motorcycle). Notice here that 'savārī karnā' is treated as an infinitive noun phrase. In formal writing, this verb is used to describe the movements of dignitaries. "Rashtrapati kī savārī" refers to the President's motorcade or procession. Thus, the word scales from the very simple act of a child on a tricycle to the grand movement of a head of state.
क्या आप इस पुरानी ट्रेन की सवारी करना चाहेंगे? (Would you like to ride this old train?)
You will encounter सवारी करना (savārī karnā) in a variety of real-life situations in India. One of the most common places is at tourist destinations. If you visit Jaipur, you will see signs for 'Hathi ki savārī' (Elephant ride) or 'Oont ki savārī' (Camel ride). Guides will constantly ask you, "Sir, savārī karenge?" (Sir, will you take a ride?). This makes it an essential phrase for travelers. It's also frequently used in the context of amusement parks, where 'jhoolon ki savārī' refers to riding the various amusement rides and rollercoasters.
- Public Transport
- Announcements often refer to 'savāriyon' (passengers). While the verb 'savārī karnā' is less common in automated announcements, conductors might use it when talking about the route.
- Literature and History
- Epic stories like the Ramayana or Mahabharata frequently describe kings and warriors 'savārī karte hue' (while riding) their chariots or horses.
- Daily Conversation
- Parents might ask their children, "Cycle ki savārī kar li?" (Did you finish your cycle ride?).
In Bollywood movies, specifically in romantic or action sequences, this phrase is a staple. A hero might offer the heroine a 'savārī' on his motorcycle. Songs often use the word to metaphorically talk about the journey of life. Furthermore, during festivals like Dussehra or Ganesh Chaturthi, the 'savārī' or procession of the deity is a major event mentioned in local news and by commentators. The word carries a sense of public display and movement that 'traveling' (yatra) doesn't always capture.
मेले में बच्चों ने लकड़ी के घोड़े की सवारी की। (Children rode the wooden horse at the fair.)
Interestingly, in the world of logistics and trucking in India, 'savārī' can also refer to the load or the passengers being carried. You might see signs on the back of trucks or rickshaws related to 'savārī'. In a more modern context, ride-sharing apps are sometimes discussed using this terminology in Hindi news reports, though the English word 'ride' is becoming more common in urban slang. However, to speak authentic Hindi, 'savārī karnā' remains the gold standard for describing the act of riding.
One of the most frequent mistakes English speakers make when using सवारी करना (savārī karnā) is confusing it with the verb चलाना (chalānā). In English, we might use "ride" for both a bicycle and a bus, but in Hindi, 'chalānā' means to drive or operate the vehicle, while 'savārī karnā' means to be the one riding or being carried. If you say "Main bus savārī kar rahā hūn," it means you are a passenger. If you say "Main bus chalā rahā hūn," it means you are the driver behind the wheel. Mixing these up can lead to confusing situations!
- Mistake 1: Wrong Postposition
- Saying 'Bus *ko* savārī karnā' instead of 'Bus *kī* savārī karnā'. Remember, 'savārī' is a feminine noun, so it requires 'kī'.
- Mistake 2: Gender Agreement in Past Tense
- Men often mistakenly say 'Maine savārī kiyā' (masculine). Because the object is 'savārī' (feminine), you must say 'Maine savārī kī'.
- Mistake 3: Redundancy
- Saying 'Riding par jānā' (Going on a riding). In Hindi, 'savārī par jānā' is acceptable, but 'savārī karnā' is the verb itself.
Another subtle error is using 'savārī karnā' for walking or running. This verb strictly requires a medium—either an animal or a vehicle. You cannot 'savārī' your own legs. Furthermore, learners often forget that 'savārī' can also mean 'passenger'. So, saying "Main savārī hūn" (I am a passenger) is correct, but don't confuse it with the action. Ensure you include 'karnā' to denote the action. Lastly, be careful with the word 'Safar' (Travel). While 'Safar' is the journey, 'Savārī' is the physical act of riding. You do 'safar' (travel) *by* doing 'savārī' (riding).
Correct: उसने कल साइकिल की सवारी की। (He/She rode a cycle yesterday.)
Incorrect: उसने कल साइकिल सवारी किया।
While सवारी करना (savārī karnā) is a great all-purpose phrase, Hindi offers several other words depending on the nuance of the movement. Understanding these alternatives will make your Hindi sound more natural and sophisticated. For example, if you are talking about the technical act of driving a car or a bus, you should use चलाना (chalānā). If you are talking about the general concept of traveling from one place to another, यात्रा करना (yātrā karnā) or सफ़र करना (safar karnā) are more appropriate.
- सवारी करना vs. चलाना
- 'Savārī karnā' is riding (passenger/animal/cycle), while 'chalānā' is driving/operating (car/truck/machine).
- सवारी करना vs. चढ़ना
- 'Chaṛhnā' means to mount or board. You 'chaṛhnā' (board) the bus to 'savārī karnā' (ride) it.
- सवारी करना vs. घूमना
- 'Ghoomnā' means to roam or wander. You might 'savārī karnā' a horse to 'ghoomnā' the city.
In more formal or literary Hindi, you might encounter the word आरूढ़ होना (ārūṛh honā), which specifically means to be mounted on something, like a throne or an elephant. This is rarely used in daily life but common in historical dramas. For flying in an airplane, while you can say 'plane kī savārī,' most people simply say 'plane se jānā' (to go by plane) or 'udān bharnā' (to take flight). Choosing the right word depends on whether you want to emphasize the mode of transport (savārī), the act of steering (chalānā), or the destination (yātrā).
Comparison:
1. मैं कार चलाता हूँ (I drive the car).
2. मैं कार की सवारी करता हूँ (I ride in the car/take a ride).
豆知識
The word 'savārī' originally referred only to elite horse riders and soldiers, but today it is used for anyone on a bus or a bicycle!
発音ガイド
- Pronouncing 'v' as a hard English 'b' (Sabari).
- Using a hard American 'r' instead of a Hindi tap 'r'.
- Shortening the final 'ī' in 'savārī'.
- Confusing the 'nā' in 'karnā' with a short 'n'.
- Not distinguishing between the soft 'v' and 'w'.
レベル別の例文
मैं साइकिल की सवारी करता हूँ।
I ride a bicycle.
Present simple tense; 'kī' used for feminine 'savārī'.
वह घोड़े की सवारी करती है।
She rides a horse.
Subject 'vah' (she), verb 'kartī hai'.
क्या आप सवारी करेंगे?
Will you ride?
Future tense question.
मुझे सवारी करना पसंद है।
I like riding.
Infinitive use of the verb.
हाथी की सवारी देखो!
Look at the elephant ride!
Imperative sentence.
बच्चे बस की सवारी कर रहे हैं।
Children are riding the bus.
Present continuous tense.
यह एक अच्छी सवारी है।
This is a good ride.
Using 'savārī' as a noun.
पापा साइकिल की सवारी सिखाते हैं।
Dad teaches bicycle riding.
Verb 'sikhānā' used with the activity.
कल हमने ऊँट की सवारी की।
Yesterday we rode a camel.
Past simple tense; 'kī' agrees with 'savārī'.
क्या आपने कभी नाव की सवारी की है?
Have you ever taken a boat ride?
Present perfect question.
मैं स्कूल जाने के लिए बस की सवारी करता हूँ।
I ride the bus to go to school.
Expressing routine.
उसे डर लगता है, इसलिए वह सवारी नहीं करता।
He is afraid, so he doesn't ride.
Negative sentence with reason.
हम शाम को पार्क में सवारी करेंगे।
We will ride in the park in the evening.
Future tense with time marker.
यह सवारी बहुत मज़ेदार है!
This ride is very fun!
Exclamatory sentence.
मेरे पास सवारी करने के लिए घोड़ा है।
I have a horse to ride.
Use of 'ke liye' (for).
साइकिल की सवारी करना सेहत के लिए अच्छा है।
Riding a bicycle is good for health.
Gerund-like use of the verb phrase.
जब मैं छोटा था, मैं अक्सर बैलगाड़ी की सवारी करता था।
When I was young, I often used to ride a bullock cart.
Past habitual tense.
पहाड़ों में खच्चर की सवारी करना खतरनाक हो सकता है।
Riding a mule in the mountains can be dangerous.
Using 'ho saktā hai' (can be).
लोग मेट्रो की सवारी करना पसंद करते हैं क्योंकि यह तेज़ है।
People like riding the metro because it is fast.
Complex sentence with 'kyonki'.
क्या आप मुझे अपनी बाइक की सवारी करने देंगे?
Will you let me ride your bike?
Use of 'denā' (to let/allow).
इस पुराने इंजन की सवारी करना एक अनोखा अनुभव था।
Riding this old engine was a unique experience.
Abstract noun 'anubhav' (experience).
वह बिना डरे ऊँचे झूलों की सवारी करता है।
He rides tall swings without fear.
Adverbial phrase 'binā dare'.
नाव की सवारी करते समय हमें सावधानी बरतनी चाहिए।
While riding a boat, we should be careful.
Use of 'karte samay' (while doing).
शहर की सड़कों पर साइकिल की सवारी करना मुश्किल है।
It is difficult to ride a bicycle on city roads.
Infinitive as subject.
सफलता की सवारी करना जितना सुखद है, उतना ही चुनौतीपूर्ण भी।
Riding the wave of success is as pleasant as it is challenging.
Figurative/metaphorical use.
उसने अपनी पूरी ज़िंदगी मुसीबतों की सवारी करते हुए बिताई।
He spent his whole life riding through troubles.
Metaphorical extension of the verb.
आजकल इलेक्ट्रिक गाड़ियों की सवारी करना एक नया चलन बन गया है।
Nowadays, riding electric vehicles has become a new trend.
Discussing social trends.
यदि आप चाहें, तो हम कल जंगल की सवारी पर जा सकते हैं।
If you wish, we can go on a jungle ride tomorrow.
Conditional 'yadi... toh'.
राजा की सवारी निकलते ही पूरी प्रजा सड़कों पर आ गई।
As soon as the King's procession came out, all the subjects came onto the streets.
Formal noun use 'savārī' (procession).
क्या आपने कभी हवा वाले गुब्बारे की सवारी करने के बारे में सोचा है?
Have you ever thought about riding a hot air balloon?
Complex question structure.
वह अपनी नई स्पोर्ट्स कार की सवारी का आनंद ले रहा है।
He is enjoying the ride of his new sports car.
Using 'ānand lenā' (to enjoy).
बिना टिकट सवारी करना दंडनीय अपराध है।
Riding without a ticket is a punishable offense.
Formal/legal context.
साहित्य में, समय की सवारी करना अक्सर मृत्यु और बदलाव का प्रतीक होता है।
In literature, riding through time is often a symbol of death and change.
Academic/Literary analysis.
किसी दूसरे के विचारों की सवारी करना मौलिकता की कमी को दर्शाता है।
Riding on someone else's ideas shows a lack of originality.
Abstract philosophical usage.
बनारस की गलियों में रिक्शे की सवारी करना एक सांस्कृतिक अनुभव है।
Riding a rickshaw in the lanes of Varanasi is a cultural experience.
Nuanced cultural description.
आधुनिक युग में, हम तकनीक की तेज़ सवारी कर रहे हैं।
In the modern era, we are riding the fast wave of technology.
Societal commentary.
उसकी बातों में सच्चाई की सवारी थी, जिसे झुठलाया नहीं जा सकता था।
His words carried the weight (ride) of truth, which could not be denied.
High-level metaphorical usage.
प्रकृति के साथ तालमेल बिठाकर सवारी करना ही जीवन का असली आनंद है।
Riding in harmony with nature is the true joy of life.
Philosophical reflection.
राजनीतिक लहर की सवारी करना हर किसी के बस की बात नहीं होती।
Riding a political wave is not something everyone can do.
Political idiom.
वह अपनी कल्पनाओं की सवारी करते हुए एक अलग ही दुनिया में पहुँच गया।
Riding his imagination, he reached a completely different world.
Creative/Literary context.
ब्रह्मांड की अनंत गहराइयों की सवारी करना मानव चेतना की अंतिम सीमा हो सकती है।
Riding through the infinite depths of the universe might be the ultimate limit of human consciousness.
Highly abstract/Scientific-Philosophical.
इतिहास के पन्नों पर अंकित उन महान योद्धाओं की सवारी का वर्णन आज भी हमें रोमांचित करता है।
The description of the rides of those great warriors recorded on the pages of history still thrills us today.
Complex literary structure.
सत्ता की सवारी जितनी ऊँची होती है, गिरने का डर उतना ही गहरा होता है।
The higher the ride of power, the deeper the fear of falling.
Proverbial/Philosophical aphorism.
क्या हम वास्तव में अपनी नियति की सवारी कर रहे हैं, या यह केवल एक भ्रम है?
Are we truly riding our destiny, or is it merely an illusion?
Existential questioning.
उसकी आवाज़ में एक ऐसी सवारी थी जो श्रोताओं को सम्मोहित कर लेती थी।
There was such a 'ride' (flow/cadence) in his voice that it would mesmerize the listeners.
Metaphorical use for cadence/flow.
तकनीकी क्रांति की इस अंधी सवारी में हमने मानवीय मूल्यों को पीछे छोड़ दिया है।
In this blind ride of the technological revolution, we have left human values behind.
Socio-ethical critique.
विचारों की सवारी करते हुए वह सत्य के उस पार पहुँचने का प्रयास कर रहा है।
Riding his thoughts, he is attempting to reach beyond the truth.
Metaphysical usage.
प्राचीन सभ्यताओं में रथ की सवारी केवल युद्ध का साधन नहीं, बल्कि सामाजिक प्रतिष्ठा का प्रतीक थी।
In ancient civilizations, riding a chariot was not just a means of war, but a symbol of social prestige.
Historical/Sociological analysis.
類義語
反対語
よく使う組み合わせ
よく使うフレーズ
慣用句と表現
— To take a huge risk.
इस व्यापार में उतरना शेर की सवारी करने जैसा है।
Idiomatic— To depend on someone else's hard work.
वह खुद कुछ नहीं करता, बस दूसरों के कंधे पर सवारी करता है।
Informal— To keep up with the times.
सफल होने के लिए वक़्त की सवारी करना ज़रूरी है।
Poetic— To try to do two conflicting things at once.
दो नावों की सवारी करना खतरनाक है।
Common語族
名詞
動詞
形容詞
関連
暗記しよう
記憶術
Imagine a 'Safari' (sounds like Savārī). In a Safari, you 'Ride' (Savārī karnā) through the jungle.
視覚的連想
Picture a person sitting on a 'V' shaped saddle on a horse. The 'v' in 'savārī' reminds you of the rider's position.
Word Web
チャレンジ
Try to name five different things you can 'savārī karnā' in Hindi today (e.g., bus, cycle, ghoda, nav, metro).
語源
Derived from the Persian word 'sawār' (سوار), meaning a rider or horseman. It entered Hindi through the influence of Persian in the Mughal era.
元の意味： A person on horseback; cavalryman.
Indo-Aryan (with Persian roots).文化的な背景
Be respectful when discussing animal rides (elephants/camels) as there are increasing ethical concerns about animal welfare in tourism.
English speakers often use 'ride' for everything. In Hindi, be careful not to use 'savārī karnā' for driving a car.
Summary
The phrase 'सवारी करना' is your go-to verb for riding bikes, horses, or being a passenger in public transport. Remember it is a feminine noun phrase, so use 'kī' and conjugate 'karnā' carefully. Example: 'Main cycle kī savārī kar rahā hūn' (I am riding a cycle).
- Savārī karnā means 'to ride' a vehicle or animal.
- It is a compound verb combining 'savārī' (ride) and 'karnā' (to do).
- Always use 'kī' (feminine) with the vehicle: 'Bus kī savārī'.
- It differs from 'chalānā' (to drive) as it focuses on the ride itself.
例文
मुझे घोड़े की सवारी करना पसंद है।
関連コンテンツ
travelの関連語
आबोहवा
B1ある場所の気候や環境。「山の気候はとても新鮮だ。」(पहाड़ों की आबोहवा बहुत ताज़ा है।)
आगे की ओर
A2前方へ、前の方に向かって。
आगमन हॉल
B1到着ロビーは、到着した乗客のための広間です。空港の आगमन हॉल で家族が待っています。
आगमन होना
B1到着する、目的地に届く（フォーマルな表現）。「列車の到着が遅れています。」
आगमन कक्ष
B1空港や駅の到着ロビー。
आगमन करना
A2到着する。電車の到着や主賓の到着など、フォーマルな場面で使用されます。
आगमन समय
A2Arrival time
आगमन द्वार
B1Arrival gate, the gate where a flight arrives.
आगंतुक
B1A person visiting a place or person, especially socially or as a tourist.
आहार ग्रहण करना
B1To consume food, to eat.
