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अग्रणी

agrani
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At the A1 level, think of 'Agrani' simply as 'Number One' or 'The Best'. While it is a big word, you can understand it as someone who is always at the front. Imagine a teacher saying someone is 'leading' the class. Although you might use simpler words like 'Sabse achha' (the best) or 'Pehla' (first), knowing 'Agrani' helps you understand when people talk about big companies or famous leaders on TV. It is like the 'leader' in a game. Just remember: Agrani = Front/Leader. You don't need to use it yet, but recognize it as a positive word for someone important.
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At A2, you can start using 'Agrani' in basic sentences about work or school. It means 'leading' or 'foremost'. If you are talking about a big company like Google or a famous scientist, you can call them 'Agrani'. It is an adjective, so it describes a person or a thing. For example: 'He is a leading doctor.' (वह एक अग्रणी डॉक्टर है). It doesn't change if you talk about a man or a woman, which makes it easy! Use it when you want to sound a bit more serious and respectful than just using 'Achha' (Good). It shows you know that someone is a pioneer.
At the B1 level, 'Agrani' becomes a useful tool for formal writing and discussions. You should use it to describe organizations, social movements, or industry leaders. Instead of saying 'Badi company' (Big company), say 'Agrani sansthan' (Leading institution). This level requires you to understand the nuance that 'Agrani' implies being a pioneer—someone who does something first or better than others. You can use it to talk about India's role in the world, such as 'India is a leading country in IT' (भारत आईटी में अग्रणी देश है). It adds a professional touch to your vocabulary.
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At B2, you should be comfortable using 'Agrani' in various contexts, including abstract ones. You might talk about 'Agrani vicharak' (leading thinkers) or 'Agrani bhumika' (a leading role). You understand that 'Agrani' is a 'Tatsam' word (derived from Sanskrit) and carries a certain prestige. You can use it in debates to argue why a certain policy or person is at the forefront of change. You should also be able to distinguish it from synonyms like 'Pramukh' (Chief) or 'Mukhya' (Main), choosing 'Agrani' specifically when you want to highlight the 'trailblazing' aspect of leadership.
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At C1, 'Agrani' is a staple in your academic and professional lexicon. You use it to analyze historical trends, corporate strategies, and social reforms. You might explore how an 'Agrani' personality shapes the 'Yug-bodh' (spirit of the age). Your usage includes complex collocations like 'अग्रणी भूमिका का निर्वहन करना' (to carry out a leading role). You appreciate the etymological connection to 'Agra' and can use the word to describe not just people, but also ideologies or technologies that are 'ahead of their time'. Your speech and writing reflect the authoritative tone that this word demands.
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At the C2 level, 'Agrani' is used with complete mastery of its philosophical and literary connotations. You can use it in high-level discourse to discuss the 'Agrani' elements of a civilization or a literary movement. You might use it in poetry or creative prose to personify progress. You understand its subtle differences from words like 'Agvanya' or 'Agra-ganth'. For you, 'Agrani' is not just a word for 'leader' but a descriptor for the vanguard of human achievement. You can seamlessly integrate it into complex, multi-clausal sentences that discuss the nuances of leadership and pioneering spirit in any field.
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अग्रणी 30초 만에

  • Agrani means 'leading' or 'foremost' in a formal context.
  • It is an invariant adjective, meaning it doesn't change for gender.
  • Commonly used for top companies, scientists, and social reformers.
  • It implies being a pioneer or a trailblazer in a specific field.
The Hindi word अग्रणी (Agrani) is a powerful adjective used to describe someone or something that is at the very forefront of a field, movement, or industry. Derived from the Sanskrit roots 'Agra' (meaning front or tip) and the suffix related to leading, it literally translates to 'one who goes first.' In modern Hindi, its application is predominantly formal, appearing frequently in business journals, academic discussions, and news reports to highlight leadership and excellence. When you call a company an अग्रणी संस्थान (leading institution), you are not just saying they are good; you are asserting that they are the pioneers setting the pace for others to follow.
Etymological Nuance
The prefix 'Agra' is found in many Hindi words related to being first, such as 'Agraj' (elder brother - born first). Understanding this root helps learners recognize the sense of priority and leadership inherent in 'Agrani'.

टाटा समूह भारत का एक अग्रणी उद्योग समूह है। (The Tata Group is a leading industrial group in India.)

In social contexts, it describes pioneers of thought. For instance, Raja Ram Mohan Roy is often called an 'Agrani' of the Indian Renaissance because he was the first to challenge many outdated social norms. The word carries a weight of respect and authority. Unlike 'Neta' (leader) which can sometimes have political or even negative connotations, 'Agrani' is almost always positive, implying meritocracy and achievement.
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Formal/Academic. It is rarely used in casual street slang but is common in corporate vision statements.

वह महिला अधिकारों के लिए लड़ने वाली एक अग्रणी कार्यकर्ता हैं। (She is a leading activist fighting for women's rights.)

यह तकनीक भविष्य के विकास में अग्रणी भूमिका निभाएगी। (This technology will play a leading role in future development.)

शिक्षा के क्षेत्र में यह विश्वविद्यालय हमेशा अग्रणी रहा है। (This university has always been a leader in the field of education.)

पर्यावरण संरक्षण में वे एक अग्रणी विचारक हैं। (He is a leading thinker in environmental conservation.)

Comparison
While 'Pratham' means 'First' (numerical), 'Agrani' means 'Leading' (qualitative). You can be 'Pratham' in a race, but 'Agrani' in your profession.
To truly master this word, one must understand that it implies not just being at the top, but being the one who guides the path. It is synonymous with being a trailblazer. Whether it is a 'Leading Scientist' (अग्रणी वैज्ञानिक) or a 'Leading Country' (अग्रणी देश), the word conveys a sense of responsibility and pioneering spirit.
Using अग्रणी (Agrani) correctly requires placing it as an adjective before the noun it describes or using it to complement the subject. Because it is a Sanskrit-derived (Tatsam) word, it remains unchanged regardless of the gender or number of the noun it qualifies. You can say 'अग्रणी महिला' (leading woman) or 'अग्रणी पुरुष' (leading man) without any inflection. This makes it grammatically straightforward for learners.
Sentence Structure 1: Attributive
[Agrani] + [Noun] + [Verb]. Example: अग्रणी कंपनियों ने नई नीति का स्वागत किया। (Leading companies welcomed the new policy.)

वह कैंसर अनुसंधान में एक अग्रणी नाम है। (He is a leading name in cancer research.)

Sentence Structure 2: Predicative
[Subject] + [Context/Field] + में + [Agrani] + [Verb]. Example: भारत सूचना प्रौद्योगिकी में अग्रणी है। (India is leading in Information Technology.)

सॉफ्टवेयर विकास में हमारा देश अग्रणी रहा है। (Our country has been a leader in software development.)

वे समाज सेवा के कार्यों में अग्रणी भूमिका निभाते हैं। (They play a leading role in social service works.)

अग्रणी वैज्ञानिकों ने इस खोज की पुष्टि की है। (Leading scientists have confirmed this discovery.)

हमें इस क्षेत्र में एक अग्रणी संस्थान बनाना है। (We have to make a leading institution in this field.)

In complex sentences, 'Agrani' often pairs with nouns like 'Bhumika' (role), 'Sansthan' (institution), 'Vyaktitv' (personality), and 'Desh' (country). For example, 'अग्रणी भूमिका निभाना' (to play a leading role) is a very common collocation in news reporting. Using it correctly elevates your Hindi from basic to sophisticated. It suggests a high level of literacy and an understanding of formal registers. Avoid using it for simple things like 'the first person in the queue'—that would be 'Pehela'. 'Agrani' is reserved for those who lead through merit, skill, or historical significance.
Advanced Tip
Pair it with 'Hamesha' (always) or 'Sadaiva' (forever) to emphasize a long-standing reputation of excellence.
You will encounter अग्रणी (Agrani) primarily in professional and formal environments. If you listen to Hindi news channels like NDTV India or Aaj Tak, you will hear news anchors using this word to describe market leaders or political pioneers. In corporate India, during board meetings or annual reports, a CEO might say, 'हम इस उद्योग में अग्रणी बने रहना चाहते हैं' (We want to remain leading in this industry). It is also a staple in Hindi newspapers like Dainik Jagran or Navbharat Times, especially in the business and science sections.
Media Usage
Often used in headlines: 'भारत डिजिटल क्रांति में अग्रणी' (India leading in digital revolution).

आज के समाचारों में: भारत अक्षय ऊर्जा में अग्रणी बनकर उभर रहा है। (In today's news: India is emerging as a leader in renewable energy.)

In educational settings, teachers use this word to inspire students to become 'Agrani' in their respective fields. In history books, it is used for social reformers like Savitribai Phule, who was an अग्रणी समाज सुधारक (leading social reformer).

वह अपनी कक्षा में हमेशा अग्रणी रहता है। (He always stays leading/foremost in his class.)

यह पत्रिका साहित्य की दुनिया में अग्रणी मानी जाती है। (This magazine is considered leading in the world of literature.)

इस अस्पताल को हृदय रोगों के इलाज में अग्रणी माना जाता है। (This hospital is considered leading in the treatment of heart diseases.)

वह अंतरिक्ष विज्ञान के क्षेत्र में एक अग्रणी व्यक्ति हैं। (He is a leading figure in the field of space science.)

Professional Context
Used in LinkedIn profiles or resumes to describe oneself as a 'leading expert' (अग्रणी विशेषज्ञ).
Even in government advertisements about new schemes, you might see phrases like 'अग्रणी भारत' (Leading India). It is a word that builds national pride and corporate prestige. If you hear it in a movie, it's likely a serious drama or a biopic about a successful personality. Understanding 'Agrani' opens up the world of Hindi media and formal communication, allowing you to participate in higher-level discussions about progress and leadership.
One of the most common mistakes learners make with अग्रणी (Agrani) is using it in too casual a context. Calling your friend the 'Agrani' of a small group of friends going to a movie sounds oddly formal and slightly sarcastic. In such cases, 'Neta' or 'Agva' would be more appropriate. Another mistake is confusing it with 'Aage' (ahead). While 'Aage' is a spatial preposition, 'Agrani' is a qualitative adjective. You cannot say 'He is Agrani of me' to mean he is standing in front of you.
Mistake 1: Misusing for Spatial Position
Incorrect: वह लाइन में अग्रणी है। (He is leading in the line - meaning standing first). Correct: वह लाइन में सबसे आगे है।

गलत: वह दौड़ में अग्रणी है। (Wrong: He is leading in the race - unless it's a metaphorical race of life). सही: वह दौड़ में सबसे आगे है।

Mistake 2: Gender Inflection
Incorrect: वह एक अग्रणीया महिला है। (There is no such word). Correct: वह एक अग्रणी महिला है।

गलत: वे अग्रणियाँ कंपनियाँ हैं। (Wrong pluralization). सही: वे अग्रणी कंपनियाँ हैं।

गलत: वह राजनीति में अग्रणीनी है। (Trying to make it feminine). सही: वह राजनीति में अग्रणी है।

गलत: वह अग्रणी से चल रहा है। (Using as an adverb). सही: वह अग्रणी भूमिका में है।

Mistake 3: Confusing with 'Pratham'
'Pratham' is for order (1st). 'Agrani' is for leadership. You can be the 10th company to open (not Pratham) but the 'Agrani' (leading) company in terms of sales.
Lastly, avoid using 'Agrani' as a noun on its own in modern Hindi. While historically it could mean 'a leader', today it is almost exclusively an adjective. Instead of saying 'He is an Agrani', say 'He is an Agrani person' or 'He is leading in this field'. By avoiding these common pitfalls, you will use 'Agrani' with the precision of a native speaker.
To expand your vocabulary beyond अग्रणी (Agrani), it's helpful to look at synonyms that fit different contexts. While 'Agrani' is formal and academic, other words might be better suited for different registers.
प्रमुख (Pramukh)
Meaning 'Chief' or 'Main'. Used for 'Pramukh Vyakti' (Chief person). It is less about pioneering and more about being the main one in a hierarchy.
मुख्य (Mukhya)
Meaning 'Principal' or 'Primary'. Common in everyday speech like 'Mukhya dwar' (Main gate).

वह इस योजना का प्रमुख सूत्रधार है। (He is the main architect of this plan.)

मार्गदर्शक (Margdarshak)
Meaning 'Guide' or 'Mentor'. While 'Agrani' leads by being ahead, a 'Margdarshak' leads by showing the way.

वे हमारे समाज के मार्गदर्शक हैं। (They are the guides of our society.)

यह कंपनी अग्रणी है, जबकि वह दूसरी कंपनी सिर्फ अनुयायी है। (This company is leading, while that other company is just a follower.)

वह राजनीति में अग्रगण्य है। (He is foremost in politics - a very high-level synonym).

वह एक विशिष्ट विद्वान हैं। (He is a distinguished scholar.)

Agva (अगवा)
Used for a leader of a group or movement. It has a more active, 'on-the-ground' feel than the prestigious 'Agrani'.
Choosing between these depends on the shade of meaning you want. Use 'Agrani' for excellence and pioneering, 'Pramukh' for official status, and 'Margdarshak' for moral or intellectual guidance. Mastering these synonyms will make your Hindi sound rich and nuanced.

재미있는 사실

The root 'Agra' is also the source of the word 'Agra' (the city), which historically meant a 'foremost' or 'prominent' place on the river bank.

발음 가이드

UK /əɡ.ɾə.ɳiː/
US /əɡ.rə.niː/
The stress is slightly on the second syllable 'gra'.
라임이 맞는 단어
रणी (Rani - related to battle) धनी (Dhani - wealthy) मनी (Mani - gem) श्रेणी (Shreni - category) तरणी (Tarani - boat) करणी (Karni - deeds) भरणी (Bharni - a constellation) वरणी (Varni - worthy of choice)
자주 하는 실수
  • Pronouncing 'ni' with a dental 'n' instead of retroflex 'ɳ'.
  • Shortening the final 'ee' sound.
  • Mispronouncing 'gra' as 'gara'.
  • Adding an extra vowel sound between 'g' and 'r'.
  • Stress on the first syllable 'a'.
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수준별 예문

1

वह अग्रणी है।

He is leading.

Simple subject + adjective + verb.

2

अग्रणी कौन है?

Who is leading?

Interrogative sentence.

3

यह अग्रणी कंपनी है।

This is a leading company.

Attributive use of adjective.

4

वह अग्रणी छात्र है।

He is a leading student.

Describes a person.

5

अग्रणी बनो।

Become a leader/foremost.

Imperative sentence.

6

मेरी टीम अग्रणी है।

My team is leading.

Possessive pronoun + noun + adjective.

7

वह खेल में अग्रणी है।

He is leading in sports.

In-field description.

8

अग्रणी लोग अच्छे होते हैं।

Leading people are good.

Plural noun usage.

1

टाटा एक अग्रणी नाम है।

Tata is a leading name.

Proper noun + adjective + noun.

2

वह विज्ञान में अग्रणी है।

She is leading in science.

Gender neutral adjective.

3

अग्रणी देशों की सूची देखो।

Look at the list of leading countries.

Genitive case (of leading countries).

4

वह एक अग्रणी भूमिका निभाती है।

She plays a leading role.

Common collocation with 'role'.

5

हमें अग्रणी बनना होगा।

We will have to become leading.

Future obligation.

6

यह अग्रणी तकनीक है।

This is leading technology.

Describing an object.

7

वह अग्रणी समाज सेवक है।

He is a leading social worker.

Describing a profession.

8

अग्रणी संस्थानों ने भाग लिया।

Leading institutions participated.

Ergative case (past tense with 'ne').

1

भारत डिजिटल भुगतान में अग्रणी है।

India is leading in digital payments.

Specific domain context.

2

वह इस शोध में अग्रणी वैज्ञानिक हैं।

He is a leading scientist in this research.

Formal designation.

3

अग्रणी पत्रिकाओं ने यह खबर छापी।

Leading magazines printed this news.

Plural subject with 'ne'.

4

वह हमेशा नई सोच में अग्रणी रहता है।

He always stays leading in new thinking.

Adverbial frequency + adjective.

5

यह विश्वविद्यालय शिक्षा में अग्रणी माना जाता है।

This university is considered leading in education.

Passive construction (is considered).

6

अग्रणी भूमिका निभाना आसान नहीं है।

Playing a leading role is not easy.

Gerundial phrase as subject.

7

वे पर्यावरण संरक्षण में अग्रणी हैं।

They are leading in environmental protection.

Plural third person.

8

अग्रणी कंपनियों ने नए नियम बनाए।

Leading companies made new rules.

Past tense transitive.

1

वह सामाजिक सुधारों में अग्रणी रहे हैं।

He has been a leader in social reforms.

Honorific plural for a single person.

2

अग्रणी विशेषज्ञों का कहना है कि बदलाव जरूरी है।

Leading experts say that change is necessary.

Complex sentence with 'ki'.

3

यह तकनीक उद्योग में अग्रणी स्थान रखती है।

This technology holds a leading position in the industry.

Collocation: leading position.

4

अग्रणी भूमिका के बिना सफलता कठिन है।

Without a leading role, success is difficult.

Postposition 'ke bina'.

5

वह महिला सशक्तिकरण की अग्रणी मशाल हैं।

She is a leading torch of women's empowerment.

Metaphorical usage.

6

अग्रणी देशों ने जलवायु समझौते पर हस्ताक्षर किए।

Leading countries signed the climate agreement.

Formal political context.

7

हमें नवाचार में अग्रणी होना चाहिए।

We should be leading in innovation.

Modal 'chahiye'.

8

अग्रणी विचारकों ने समाज को नई दिशा दी।

Leading thinkers gave a new direction to society.

Historical narrative style.

1

अग्रणी भूमिका का निर्वहन करना अत्यंत चुनौतीपूर्ण है।

To carry out a leading role is extremely challenging.

High-level vocabulary (nirvahan).

2

वह अपने युग के अग्रणी साहित्यकार थे।

He was a leading litterateur of his era.

Literary context.

3

अग्रणी विचारधारा ने क्रांति को जन्म दिया।

The leading ideology gave birth to the revolution.

Abstract concept as subject.

4

संस्थान की अग्रणी स्थिति को बनाए रखना आवश्यक है।

It is necessary to maintain the leading position of the institution.

Infinitive as subject.

5

अग्रणी वैज्ञानिकों की एक संगोष्ठी आयोजित की गई।

A seminar of leading scientists was organized.

Passive voice with 'sangoshthi'.

6

वह कला के क्षेत्र में अग्रणी नाम बनकर उभरे।

He emerged as a leading name in the field of art.

Idiomatic 'ubhar kar aana'.

7

अग्रणी भूमिका निभाने के लिए साहस की आवश्यकता होती है।

Courage is required to play a leading role.

Requirement construction.

8

वे आधुनिक चिकित्सा के अग्रणी प्रणेता माने जाते हैं।

They are considered leading pioneers of modern medicine.

Double honorific/praise.

1

अग्रणी चेतना ने ही मानवता को अंधकार से निकाला है।

Only a leading consciousness has pulled humanity out of darkness.

Philosophical subject.

2

उनकी अग्रणी दृष्टि ने भविष्य की चुनौतियों को पहले ही भांप लिया।

His leading vision sensed the future challenges beforehand.

Abstract vision as subject.

3

अग्रणी भूमिका का यह दायित्व अत्यंत गरिमामय है।

This responsibility of a leading role is extremely dignified.

High-level adjectives (garimamay).

4

वे उन अग्रणी नक्षत्रों में से हैं जिन्होंने साहित्य को आलोकित किया।

He is among those leading stars who illuminated literature.

Poetic metaphor.

5

अग्रणी विचारधाराओं का संघर्ष ही इतिहास का आधार है।

The struggle of leading ideologies is the basis of history.

Historical philosophy.

6

संस्थान की अग्रणी गरिमा को अक्षुण्ण रखना हमारा कर्तव्य है।

It is our duty to keep the leading dignity of the institution intact.

Complex formal vocabulary (akshunn).

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अग्रणी व्यक्तित्व सदैव आलोचनाओं के घेरे में रहते हैं।

Leading personalities always stay within the circle of criticism.

Social observation.

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उनकी अग्रणी मेधा ने जटिल समस्याओं का समाधान प्रस्तुत किया।

His leading intellect presented solutions to complex problems.

Intellectual praise.

자주 쓰는 조합

अग्रणी भूमिका
अग्रणी संस्थान
अग्रणी वैज्ञानिक
अग्रणी कंपनी
अग्रणी विचारक
अग्रणी स्थान
अग्रणी देश
अग्रणी तकनीक
अग्रणी नाम
अग्रणी कार्यकर्ता

자주 쓰는 구문

अग्रणी होना

— To be at the forefront or to lead.

वह हर काम में अग्रणी रहता है।

अग्रणी श्रेणी

— Top category or leading class.

यह उत्पाद अग्रणी श्रेणी में आता है।

अग्रणी प्रयास

— Pioneering effort.

यह उनका एक अग्रणी प्रयास था।

अग्रणी व्यक्तित्व

— Leading personality.

वे एक अग्रणी व्यक्तित्व के धनी हैं।

अग्रणी विचारधारा

— Leading ideology.

अग्रणी विचारधारा समाज बदलती है।

अग्रणी समूह

— Leading group.

अग्रणी समूह ने प्रस्ताव रखा।

अग्रणी विशेषज्ञ

— Leading expert.

अग्रणी विशेषज्ञों की सलाह लें।

अग्रणी बैंक

— Lead bank (often used in finance).

एसबीआई एक अग्रणी बैंक है।

अग्रणी क्षेत्र

— Leading sector.

आईटी एक अग्रणी क्षेत्र है।

अग्रणी दिशा

— Leading direction/path.

उन्होंने हमें अग्रणी दिशा दिखाई।

관용어 및 표현

"अग्रणी मशाल"

— A metaphor for someone who leads with light/knowledge.

वे शिक्षा की अग्रणी मशाल हैं।

Literary
"अग्रणी कतार में होना"

— To be in the front row of leaders/achievers.

वह हमेशा अग्रणी कतार में खड़ा रहता है।

Formal
"अग्रणी ध्वजवाहक"

— A standard-bearer or pioneer.

वे इस क्रांति के अग्रणी ध्वजवाहक थे।

Formal
"अग्रणी स्वर"

— A leading voice in a discussion.

उनका स्वर हमेशा अग्रणी रहता है।

Formal
"अग्रणी कदम"

— A pioneering step forward.

यह सरकार का एक अग्रणी कदम है।

Neutral
"अग्रणी स्तंभ"

— A leading pillar (of support or society).

वे हमारे संस्थान के अग्रणी स्तंभ हैं।

Formal
"अग्रणी लहर"

— The leading wave (of a trend).

यह तकनीक नई लहर में अग्रणी है।

Metaphorical
"अग्रणी दर्जा"

— Leading status/rank.

उसे अग्रणी दर्जा प्राप्त है।

Formal
"अग्रणी पहचान"

— Leading identity.

उनकी एक अग्रणी पहचान बन गई है।

Neutral
"अग्रणी मार्ग"

— The leading path.

उन्होंने अग्रणी मार्ग प्रशस्त किया।

Formal

어휘 가족

명사

अग्रता (Priority/Lead)
अग्रगामी (Forerunner)

동사

अग्रसर होना (To move forward/advance)

형용사

अग्र (Front/First)
अग्रिम (Advance/In anticipation)

관련

आगे (Ahead)
अगला (Next)
अग्रज (Elder brother)
अग्रिमता (Precedence)
अग्रभाग (Front part)
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기억법

Think of 'Agra' (the city with the Taj Mahal, which is 'foremost' in India) and 'Ni' (like 'Neta' or leader). So, Agrani is a leader who is foremost like the Taj Mahal.

시각적 연상

Imagine a person holding a torch (mashaal) and standing at the very tip of a mountain, leading a line of people upwards.

어원

Derived from the Sanskrit word 'Agra-ni' (अग्रणी). It is a compound of 'Agra' (front/top) and the root 'ni' (to lead).

원래 의미: One who leads from the front; a leader or a guide.

Indo-Aryan (Sanskrit Tatsam).
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