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To implement specific and practical actions to achieve a goal.
문화적 배경
The phrase is a staple of 'Sarkari Hindi' (Government Hindi). It is used to project strength and reliability in the face of public criticism. In the booming tech hubs of Bangalore and Gurgaon, this phrase is used in Hindi-English code-switching (Hinglish) to sound authoritative during town halls. Activists use this phrase to hold the government accountable, often contrasting 'thos kadam' with 'khokhle vaade' (hollow promises). Teachers often use this with students who are failing, emphasizing that 'thinking' about studying isn't enough.
Use with 'अनिवार्य' (Mandatory)
To sound like a policy expert, use the phrase: 'ठोस कदम उठाना अनिवार्य है' (It is mandatory to take concrete steps).
Watch the Verb Agreement
Remember, 'kadam' is masculine. If you are talking about the past, it's 'kadam uthaye' (plural) or 'kadam uthaya' (singular). Usually, plural is preferred.
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To implement specific and practical actions to achieve a goal.
Use with 'अनिवार्य' (Mandatory)
To sound like a policy expert, use the phrase: 'ठोस कदम उठाना अनिवार्य है' (It is mandatory to take concrete steps).
Watch the Verb Agreement
Remember, 'kadam' is masculine. If you are talking about the past, it's 'kadam uthaye' (plural) or 'kadam uthaya' (singular). Usually, plural is preferred.
The 'Action vs. Talk' Contrast
Pair this phrase with 'सिर्फ बातों से कुछ नहीं होगा' (Nothing will happen with just talk) to sound very natural and passionate.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the verb 'uthana'.
सरकार ने गरीबी मिटाने के लिए कई ठोस कदम ______।
Since 'kadam' is masculine plural, the past tense verb must be 'uthaye'.
Which sentence is the most natural for a formal news report?
Select the best option:
'Thos kadam uthaye hain' is the standard idiomatic expression.
Match the adjective to the context of 'kadam uthana'.
Context: A judge ordering a strict punishment.
'Sakht' (strict) is best for legal or disciplinary contexts.
Complete the dialogue.
A: प्रदूषण बहुत बढ़ गया है। B: हाँ, प्रशासन को अब ______ की ज़रूरत है।
The postposition 'ki' requires the oblique infinitive 'uthane'.
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시각 학습 자료
Solid vs. Hollow
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제सरकार ने गरीबी मिटाने के लिए कई ठोस कदम ______।
Since 'kadam' is masculine plural, the past tense verb must be 'uthaye'.
Select the best option:
'Thos kadam uthaye hain' is the standard idiomatic expression.
Context: A judge ordering a strict punishment.
'Sakht' (strict) is best for legal or disciplinary contexts.
A: प्रदूषण बहुत बढ़ गया है। B: हाँ, प्रशासन को अब ______ की ज़रूरत है।
The postposition 'ki' requires the oblique infinitive 'uthane'.
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자주 묻는 질문
10 질문You can, but it sounds very serious. Use it for things like 'quitting smoking' or 'starting a career,' not for 'buying a new shirt.'
Yes, much more formal. 'Kaam karna' just means 'to work,' while 'thos kadam uthana' implies a strategic, decisive action.
'Thos' means solid/concrete (constructive), while 'Sakht' means strict/harsh (punitive).
This is a fixed collocation in Hindi. Just as in English you 'take' a shower (you don't 'do' it), in Hindi you 'lift' a step.
Yes, especially in political thrillers or social dramas like 'Nayak' or 'Article 15' when a character decides to fight the system.
Absolutely. It is perfect for professional communication when discussing solutions to problems.
हमने ठोस कदम उठाए (Humne thos kadam uthaye).
In physics, 'thos' means 'solid state.' In this idiom, it means 'reliable' or 'substantial.'
'Halke kadam' (light steps) or 'khokhle vaade' (hollow promises).
Use 'kadam' in the direct case (e.g., 'Kadam uthaye'). Use 'kadmon' only with postpositions (e.g., 'In kadmon se...').
관련 표현
सख्त कार्रवाई करना
similarTo take strict action.
कदम बढ़ाना
builds onTo move forward.
जमीन तैयार करना
similarTo prepare the ground.
हाथ पर हाथ धरकर बैठना
contrastTo sit idle/do nothing.
