अलंकृत करना
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- A formal Hindi verb meaning 'to decorate' or 'to adorn'.
- Derived from the Sanskrit word 'Alankara', meaning ornament.
- Commonly used in literature, art, and formal ceremonies.
- More sophisticated than the everyday word 'sajana'.
The Hindi verb phrase अलंकृत करना (alankrit karna) is a sophisticated and formal way to say 'to decorate', 'to adorn', or 'to embellish'. While the common word 'सजाना' (sajana) is used for everyday tasks like decorating a room for a birthday party, 'अलंकृत करना' carries a weight of artistic elegance, formal tradition, and literary beauty. It originates from the Sanskrit word 'अलंकार' (Alankara), which refers to ornaments or figures of speech. Therefore, when you use this word, you aren't just putting up streamers; you are enhancing the inherent beauty of an object, a person, or even a piece of writing through thoughtful addition. In modern Hindi, you will encounter this term in news reports about historical monuments, wedding invitations describing a venue, or in literature classes discussing the 'alankars' (ornaments) of poetry.
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- Formal and Literary. It is rarely used in casual street slang but is common in high-level discourse and formal writing.
Imagine a bride being prepared for her wedding. In a casual conversation, someone might say she is 'readying' herself. However, in a poetic or formal context, one would say she is being alankrit with jewelry and fine silks. This word implies a transformation where the addition of elements creates a state of 'Alankara'—a state of being perfectly adorned. It is also used metaphorically. A speaker might 'adorn' their speech with metaphors, or a writer might 'embellish' a story with descriptive adjectives. In these cases, 'अलंकृत करना' describes the act of making the communication more attractive and impactful.
प्राचीन काल में राजा अपने महलों को बहुमूल्य रत्नों से अलंकृत करते थे। (In ancient times, kings used to adorn their palaces with precious gems.)
The word is a compound verb consisting of the noun 'अलंकृत' (adorned/decorated) and the auxiliary verb 'करना' (to do/to make). In Hindi grammar, such combinations are very common. It follows the conjugation rules of 'करना'. For instance, in the past tense, it becomes 'अलंकृत किया' (adorned), and in the future, 'अलंकृत करेगा' (will adorn). Understanding this word also opens the door to understanding 'अलंकार' (ornamentation), which is a vital part of Indian aesthetics, covering everything from temple architecture to classical dance costumes. When you use 'अलंकृत करना', you are tapping into a deep cultural history of valuing beauty and meticulous craftsmanship.
- Contextual Nuance
- Unlike 'सजाना', which can be temporary (like balloons), 'अलंकृत करना' often implies a more permanent or significant enhancement.
In summary, 'अलंकृत करना' is the bridge between simple decoration and artistic adornment. Whether it is a deity in a temple, a grand hall for a ceremony, or a complex philosophical argument, this verb captures the intentional act of adding beauty. For a learner, mastering this word signifies a transition from basic conversational Hindi to a more nuanced, professional, and culturally literate level of the language.
Using अलंकृत करना correctly involves understanding its transitive nature. It requires an object (the thing being decorated) and often an instrument (the things used to decorate). The general sentence structure is: [Subject] [Object] [Instrument + से] [अलंकृत करना conjugated]. For example, 'उसने (Subject) घर को (Object) फूलों से (Instrument) अलंकृत किया (Verb).' This structure is consistent across various tenses and moods.
- Passive Usage
- In formal reports or historical descriptions, the passive form 'अलंकृत किया जाना' (to be adorned) is very common. Example: 'मंदिर को सोने से अलंकृत किया गया है' (The temple has been adorned with gold).
When talking about literature or speech, the 'object' is often abstract. A poet might 'alankrit' his poems with 'rasas' (emotions) or 'chhandas' (meters). In this context, the verb means 'to enrich' or 'to embellish'. It is important to note that 'अलंकृत' acts as an adjective meaning 'adorned'. So, if you say 'यह कमरा अलंकृत है', you are saying 'This room is adorned'. To turn it into an action, you must add 'करना'.
लेखक ने अपनी कहानी को सुंदर उपमाओं से अलंकृत किया है। (The author has embellished his story with beautiful similes.)
Another interesting use case is in the context of honors and awards. While 'सम्मानित करना' (to honor) is more common, 'विभूषित करना' or 'अलंकृत करना' can sometimes be found in very high-level ceremonial language to describe someone being 'adorned' with a title or a medal. This highlights the word's connection to physical ornaments (medals) being placed on a person.
- Negation
- To negate, place 'नहीं' before 'अलंकृत'. Example: 'उसने सादगी पसंद की और कमरे को अलंकृत नहीं किया' (He preferred simplicity and did not decorate the room).
Finally, consider the imperative mood. In a formal setting, like an event planner giving instructions to staff, they might say, 'कृपया मुख्य द्वार को ताजे फूलों से अलंकृत करें' (Please adorn the main gate with fresh flowers). The use of 'करें' (formal) matches the formal nature of the verb 'अलंकृत'. Using 'करो' (informal) with 'अलंकृत' can sometimes feel like a stylistic mismatch, though it is grammatically correct.
You are most likely to hear अलंकृत करना in specific high-culture or formal environments. One of the primary places is in **Art and Architecture Documentaries**. When experts describe the intricate carvings on the walls of the Khajuraho temples or the marble inlay work of the Taj Mahal, they frequently use 'अलंकृत' to describe how these structures were embellished. They might say, 'दीवारों को सूक्ष्म नक्काशी से अलंकृत किया गया है' (The walls have been adorned with fine carvings).
- News & Media
- In Hindi news bulletins, especially those covering cultural festivals like Diwali or Republic Day, reporters use this word to describe the city's lighting and decorations. It sounds more professional and grand than 'sajana'.
Another common setting is **Classical Music and Dance Recitals**. An emcee (announcer) might use the word to describe a performer's attire or the stage setting. They might also use it metaphorically to describe a musician's performance: 'उन्होंने अपनी गायकी को सुंदर तानों से अलंकृत किया' (He adorned his singing with beautiful melodic patterns). This usage highlights the artistic skill involved in the 'decoration'.
गणतंत्र दिवस पर राजपथ को तिरंगे के रंगों से अलंकृत किया जाता है। (On Republic Day, Rajpath is adorned with the colors of the tricolor.)
You will also find this word in **Academic Textbooks**, particularly those focusing on Hindi Literature (Sahitya) or History (Itihas). In literature, the study of 'Alankars' (figures of speech like metaphors and similes) is a core subject. Students learn how poets 'alankrit' their verses to evoke 'Rasa' (aesthetic flavor). In history books, descriptions of royal courts and coronation ceremonies (Rajyabhishek) frequently use this verb to convey the opulence and grandeur of the era.
- Religious Texts
- Descriptions of deities in Puranas or Bhakti poetry often involve the detailed 'alankaran' (adornment) of the gods with jewels, garlands, and divine garments.
Lastly, in **Formal Invitations and Speeches**, such as those at a corporate gala or a diplomatic event, the hosts might use this word to express their effort in making the venue welcoming and beautiful. It signals a level of respect and importance given to the guests and the occasion itself. If you are attending a high-end Hindi event, listening for this word will help you gauge the formality of the atmosphere.
One of the most frequent mistakes learners make is using अलंकृत करना in casual, everyday contexts where it feels out of place. For example, if you say 'मैंने अपने सैंडविच को टमाटर से अलंकृत किया' (I adorned my sandwich with tomatoes), it sounds overly dramatic and slightly ridiculous in Hindi, much like saying 'I have embellished my sandwich' in English. For such situations, stick to 'सजाना' (sajana) or simply 'लगाना' (lagana - to put/apply).
- Confusion with 'सजाना'
- Learners often think they are interchangeable. While 'alankrit karna' is a type of 'sajana', not all 'sajana' is 'alankrit karna'. 'Sajana' can also mean 'to arrange' or 'to organize' (like arranging books on a shelf), whereas 'alankrit' specifically implies adding decorative beauty.
Another common grammatical error involves the use of the postposition 'से' (with/by). Since 'अलंकृत करना' usually involves an instrument of decoration, forgetting the 'से' after the decorative item makes the sentence incomplete. Incorrect: 'उसने घर फूल अलंकृत किया।' Correct: 'उसने घर फूलों से अलंकृत किया।' The 'से' is essential to show what was used to perform the adornment.
गलत: वह खुद को गहनों को अलंकृत कर रही है। (Incorrect)
सही: वह खुद को गहनों से अलंकृत कर रही है। (Correct)
Pronunciation is another area where learners struggle. The 'ऋ' (ri) sound in 'लंकृत' (lankrit) is often mispronounced as a simple 'ri' or 'ru'. In standard Hindi, it is a vocalic 'r'. Mispronouncing it as 'alankrat' or 'alankrut' might make it hard for native speakers to understand you quickly, especially since it's a formal word that people expect to hear pronounced precisely.
- Verb Agreement
- Remember that in the past tense with 'ने', the verb agrees with the object, not the subject. If the object is feminine (like 'मूर्ति' - idol), the verb becomes 'अलंकृत की'. Example: 'मूर्तिकार ने मूर्ति अलंकृत की' (The sculptor adorned the idol).
Lastly, avoid over-embellishing your own speech! Using 'अलंकृत करना' in every sentence can make you sound like you are reading from an old textbook. Use it sparingly for impact, specifically when describing something that truly possesses artistic or significant beauty. Balance your vocabulary by using 'सजाना' for common tasks and 'अलंकृत करना' for special occasions.
Hindi has a rich vocabulary for the concept of beauty and decoration. Understanding the synonyms of अलंकृत करना helps you choose the right word for the right context. The most common alternative is **सजाना (sajana)**. This is a versatile verb used for everything from decorating a Christmas tree to plating food. It is neutral and appropriate for almost any situation.
- सजाना vs. अलंकृत करना
- 'सजाना' is general and common. 'अलंकृत करना' is formal and implies artistic ornamentation.
Another beautiful synonym is **श्रृंगार करना (shringar karna)**. This word specifically refers to personal grooming and adornment, usually of a woman or a deity. It involves makeup, jewelry, and fine clothing. While you can 'alankrit' a building, you would 'shringar' a person or an idol. It carries a romantic and devotional connotation. In classical dance, 'Shringar Rasa' is the rasa of love and beauty.
भक्त ने भगवान की मूर्ति का श्रृंगार किया। (The devotee adorned/beautified the idol of the Lord.)
**सुसज्जित करना (susajjit karna)** is another formal alternative. It literally means 'to well-equip' or 'to well-decorate'. It is often used for rooms, stages, or offices that are prepared with all necessary and decorative items. If a room is 'susajjit', it is fully furnished and decorated. It emphasizes the completeness of the decoration. For instance, 'एक सुसज्जित कार्यालय' (A well-furnished/decorated office).
- Comparison Table
- सजाना: General, any context.
- अलंकृत करना: Artistic, formal, literary.
- श्रृंगार करना: Personal adornment, deities, beauty.
- सुसज्जित करना: Fully furnished, well-equipped.
Finally, consider **नक्काशी करना (nakkashi karna)** if the decoration involves carving. If you are specifically talking about intricate patterns carved into stone or wood, 'nakkashi' is the precise term. While 'alankrit करना' could describe the overall effect, 'nakkashi करना' describes the specific method. Knowing these distinctions allows you to describe beauty in Hindi with the precision of a native speaker.
How Formal Is It?
재미있는 사실
In Sanskrit grammar, 'alam' can also mean 'enough'. So, 'alankara' originally suggested that adding ornaments makes something 'enough' or complete in its beauty.
발음 가이드
- Pronouncing 'krit' as 'krat' or 'krut'.
- Missing the nasal 'n' (anusvara) sound in 'alan'.
- Pronouncing 'karna' as 'kar-naa' with an overly long 'a' in the middle.
- Treating 'alankrit' and 'karna' as one single word without a break.
- Misplacing the dental 't' sound at the end of 'alankrit'.
난이도
Requires knowledge of Sanskrit-derived vocabulary and compound verbs.
Challenging to use correctly with 'ne' in the past tense and appropriate postpositions.
The pronunciation of 'ri' in 'krit' can be tricky for non-native speakers.
Common in formal news or documentaries, but rare in casual street speech.
다음에 무엇을 배울까
선수 학습
다음에 배울 것
고급
알아야 할 문법
Compound Verbs with 'Karna'
Noun + Karna (e.g., अलंकृत + करना) forms a transitive verb.
Ergative Structure with 'ne'
उसने (Subject + ne) मंदिर को अलंकृत किया (Verb agrees with Object).
Passive Voice with 'Jaana'
कमरे को अलंकृत किया गया (Verb stem + kiya + jaana conjugated).
Instrumental Postposition 'se'
फूलों से (with flowers) अलंकृत करना।
Adjectival use of Participle
अलंकृत भवन (Adorned building) - here 'alankrit' acts as an adjective.
수준별 예문
बच्चे कक्षा को अलंकृत करते हैं।
The children decorate the classroom.
Present simple tense: subject + object + verb.
माँ घर को अलंकृत करती है।
Mother decorates the house.
Feminine subject 'माँ' leads to 'करती है'.
हम दिवाली पर घर अलंकृत करेंगे।
We will decorate the house on Diwali.
Future tense 'करेंगे' for 'हम' (we).
क्या आपने कमरा अलंकृत किया?
Did you decorate the room?
Simple past question using 'किया'.
यह फूल घर को अलंकृत करते हैं।
These flowers decorate the house.
Plural subject 'फूल' leads to 'करते हैं'.
वह अपनी डायरी को अलंकृत करता है।
He decorates his diary.
Masculine subject 'वह' leads to 'करता है'.
कृपया मेज को अलंकृत करें।
Please decorate the table.
Imperative form 'करें' for polite request.
पूजा के लिए मंदिर को अलंकृत करो।
Decorate the temple for the prayer.
Informal imperative 'करो'.
त्योहार के लिए शहर को रोशनी से अलंकृत किया गया।
The city was adorned with lights for the festival.
Passive voice: 'किया गया' (was done).
उसने अपनी नई कार को फूलों से अलंकृत किया।
He decorated his new car with flowers.
Past tense with 'ne' (उसने) and object 'car'.
दीवारों को सुंदर चित्रों से अलंकृत करना अच्छा है।
It is good to decorate the walls with beautiful pictures.
Infinitive use: 'अलंकृत करना'.
दुल्हन को गहनों से अलंकृत किया जा रहा है।
The bride is being adorned with jewelry.
Present continuous passive: 'किया जा रहा है'.
क्या हमें इस हॉल को अलंकृत करना चाहिए?
Should we decorate this hall?
Modal verb 'chahiye' (should) with infinitive.
उन्होंने पुराने मंदिर को फिर से अलंकृत किया।
They decorated the old temple again.
Past tense with 'ne' (उन्होंने).
मेरी बहन अपनी ड्रेस को मोतियों से अलंकृत करती है।
My sister decorates her dress with pearls.
Habitual present tense.
पेड़ को रंगीन धागों से अलंकृत किया गया था।
The tree was adorned with colorful threads.
Past passive: 'किया गया था'.
कवि अपनी कविताओं को सुंदर शब्दों से अलंकृत करता है।
The poet adorns his poems with beautiful words.
Metaphorical use of 'alankrit karna'.
इस ऐतिहासिक महल को बारीक नक्काशी से अलंकृत किया गया है।
This historical palace has been adorned with fine carvings.
Present perfect passive.
शादी के मंडप को ताजे गुलाबों से अलंकृत किया जाना चाहिए।
The wedding pavilion should be adorned with fresh roses.
Passive with 'chahiye'.
उसने अपने भाषण को महान लोगों के उद्धरणों से अलंकृत किया।
He embellished his speech with quotes from great people.
Abstract usage: decorating a speech.
मूर्तिकार ने पत्थर की मूर्ति को गहनों से अलंकृत किया।
The sculptor adorned the stone idol with jewelry.
Past perfective aspect.
क्या आप अपनी हस्तलिपि को अलंकृत करना पसंद करते हैं?
Do you like to embellish your handwriting?
Interrogative with 'pasand karna'.
प्राचीन पांडुलिपियों को सोने के काम से अलंकृत किया जाता था।
Ancient manuscripts used to be adorned with gold work.
Past habitual passive.
इस बगीचे को फव्वारों और मूर्तियों से अलंकृत किया गया है।
This garden has been adorned with fountains and statues.
Present perfect passive.
लेखक ने अपने उपन्यास को जटिल रूपकों से अलंकृत किया है।
The author has adorned his novel with complex metaphors.
Advanced literary context.
राज्याभिषेक के समय राजा को शाही पोशाक से अलंकृत किया गया।
At the time of the coronation, the king was adorned with royal attire.
Formal historical context.
संगीतकार ने अपनी धुन को सूक्ष्म आलापों से अलंकृत किया।
The musician adorned his melody with subtle vocal ornamentations.
Artistic/Music context.
इस इमारत को मुगलकालीन वास्तुकला की शैली में अलंकृत किया गया है।
This building has been adorned in the style of Mughal architecture.
Architecture-specific usage.
अपनी सादगी को गुणों से अलंकृत करना ही सच्ची सुंदरता है।
Adorning one's simplicity with virtues is true beauty.
Philosophical/Abstract usage.
समारोह स्थल को पारंपरिक कलाकृतियों से अलंकृत किया जाएगा।
The ceremony venue will be adorned with traditional artworks.
Future passive voice.
उसने अपनी उपलब्धियों को विनम्रता से अलंकृत किया।
He adorned his achievements with humility.
Metaphorical/Character trait usage.
मंदिर के शिखर को स्वर्ण कलश से अलंकृत किया गया है।
The temple spire has been adorned with a golden urn.
Specific religious architecture term.
संस्कृत कवियों ने अपनी कृतियों को 'अर्थालंकार' से प्रचुरता से अलंकृत किया है।
Sanskrit poets have abundantly adorned their works with 'Arthalamkara' (figures of speech based on meaning).
High literary/Academic context.
उसने अपनी विद्वत्ता को तर्क और प्रमाणों से अलंकृत किया, जिससे सभी प्रभावित हुए।
He adorned his scholarship with logic and evidence, which impressed everyone.
Complex sentence with relative clause.
नर्तकी ने अपने नृत्य को 'भाव' और 'मुद्राओं' से अलंकृत करके दर्शकों को मंत्रमुग्ध कर दिया।
The dancer adorned her dance with expressions and gestures, mesmerizing the audience.
Use of 'karke' (by doing) as a participle.
इस ग्रंथ को हस्तनिर्मित चित्रों और सुनहरी स्याही से अलंकृत किया जाना इसकी विशिष्टता है।
The adornment of this text with handmade paintings and golden ink is its specialty.
Gerundive use 'alankrit kiya jaana'.
राजनीतिज्ञ ने अपने भाषण को लोकलुभावन वादों से अलंकृत किया था, जो बाद में खोखले निकले।
The politician had adorned his speech with populist promises, which later turned out to be hollow.
Past perfect with a critical tone.
प्रकृति ने वसंत के आगमन पर धरती को नव-पल्लवों से अलंकृत किया है।
Nature has adorned the earth with new leaves upon the arrival of spring.
Personification of nature.
उनकी जीवनशैली को सादगी और उच्च विचारों ने अलंकृत किया था।
Their lifestyle was adorned by simplicity and high thinking.
Abstract qualities as the 'instrument' of adornment.
संग्रहालय के इस कक्ष को प्राचीन सिक्कों और पदकों से अलंकृत किया गया है।
This room of the museum has been adorned with ancient coins and medals.
Formal curatorial language.
रीतिकाल के कवियों ने श्रृंगार रस को अतिशय अलंकरण से अलंकृत करने में अपनी पूरी शक्ति लगा दी।
Poets of the Riti period spent all their energy in adorning the sentiment of love with excessive ornamentation.
Specialized literary history term.
यह दार्शनिक विमर्श केवल शब्दों से अलंकृत नहीं है, बल्कि इसमें गहरे सत्य का अन्वेषण है।
This philosophical discourse is not merely adorned with words; rather, it is an exploration of deep truth.
Contrastive structure (not X, but Y).
शिल्पकार ने मंदिर की देहरी को उन सूक्ष्म विवरणों से अलंकृत किया जो केवल पारखी आँखों को ही दिखाई देते हैं।
The craftsman adorned the temple threshold with those subtle details that are visible only to connoisseur eyes.
Complex descriptive sentence.
आधुनिकता ने हमारे जीवन को बाह्य चमक-धमक से तो अलंकृत किया है, परंतु आंतरिक शांति छीन ली है।
Modernity has indeed adorned our lives with outward glitz and glamour, but has snatched away inner peace.
Sociological/Philosophical critique.
उसकी वक्तृता को पांडित्यपूर्ण संदर्भों से अलंकृत किया गया था, जिससे उसकी विद्वत्ता स्पष्ट झलकती थी।
His oratory was adorned with scholarly references, which clearly reflected his erudition.
High-level vocabulary (erudition, oratory).
क्या सौंदर्य को अलंकृत करने की आवश्यकता है, या वह अपने स्वाभाविक रूप में ही पूर्ण है?
Is there a need to adorn beauty, or is it complete in its natural form?
Rhetorical philosophical question.
उन्होंने अपने वंश के गौरव को अपने सत्कर्मों से अलंकृत किया।
He adorned the glory of his lineage with his good deeds.
Abstract metaphorical usage.
इस महाकाव्य की भाषा को संस्कृत के तत्सम शब्दों से अत्यंत सुरुचिपूर्ण ढंग से अलंकृत किया गया है।
The language of this epic has been adorned with Sanskrit 'Tatsama' words in an extremely tasteful manner.
Linguistic/Stylistic analysis.
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— To enhance already existing beauty.
प्रकृति ने घाटी की सुंदरता को फूलों से अलंकृत किया।
— To use literary devices to make language more beautiful.
लेखक अपनी भाषा को अलंकृत करने में माहिर हैं।
— To dress and decorate religious idols.
त्योहार पर मूर्तियों को अलंकृत किया जाता है।
— To make life beautiful through good deeds or art.
शिक्षा हमारे जीवन को अलंकृत करती है।
— To decorate a building architecturally.
इस प्राचीन भवन को चित्रों से अलंकृत किया गया है।
— To improve one's personality with virtues.
विनम्रता आपके व्यक्तित्व को अलंकृत करती है।
— To add grace to a festival or celebration.
आपकी उपस्थिति हमारे उत्सव को अलंकृत करेगी।
— To decorate walls with art or paint.
उसने अपनी दीवारों को चित्रों से अलंकृत किया।
— To use poetic ornaments in verse.
कवि ने अपने काव्य को अलंकारों से अलंकृत किया।
자주 혼동되는 단어
'Alankar' is the noun (ornament), while 'alankrit karna' is the verb (to adorn).
'Sajana' is more general and used for everyday things; 'alankrit karna' is more formal and artistic.
This means 'to mark' or 'to record', which sounds similar but has a completely different meaning.
관용어 및 표현
— To add extra grace or beauty (very similar in spirit to alankrit karna).
आपकी उपस्थिति ने पार्टी में चार चाँद लगा दिए।
Common Idiom— An added advantage or beauty on something already good.
उसकी आवाज़ सुंदर थी, और संगीत ने सोने पर सुहागा कर दिया।
Common Idiom— For one's beauty to shine forth (often after being alankrit).
सजने के बाद उसका रूप निखर उठा।
Neutral— To adorn one's speech with sweetness.
उसने अपनी वाणी में मिठास घोलकर सबको जीत लिया।
Literary— The magic of the pen (referring to how a writer adorns their work).
लेखक ने अपनी कलम के जादू से कहानी को अलंकृत किया।
Literary— To be heavily loaded with jewelry (a more physical, sometimes negative version of alankrit).
वह गहनों से लदी हुई थी।
Informal— To weave a web of words (sometimes used for over-ornamented speech).
उसने शब्दों के जाल बुनकर अपनी गलती छुपानी चाही।
Neutral— To completely transform the appearance of something.
सजावट ने पुराने घर की कायापलट कर दी।
Common— Very dear (someone who 'adorns' one's life).
वह अपनी माँ की आँखों का तारा है।
Common— A bed of flowers (a life or situation adorned with comfort).
जीवन हमेशा फूलों की सेज नहीं होता।
Literary혼동하기 쉬운
Both relate to beauty.
'Shringar' is specifically for personal makeup/adornment or deities, while 'alankrit' is for anything.
उसने अपना श्रृंगार किया। (She did her makeup/adornment.)
Sounds somewhat similar.
'Sanskar' means culture or sacraments, 'alankrit' means decorated.
यह हमारे संस्कार हैं। (These are our values.)
Related to ornaments.
'Aabhushan' is the physical jewelry, 'alankrit karna' is the action of putting it on.
उसने सुंदर आभूषण पहने हैं। (She is wearing beautiful jewelry.)
Ends in 'karna'.
'Prakat karna' means to reveal or express, not to decorate.
उसने अपनी भावनाएं प्रकट कीं। (He expressed his feelings.)
Very close synonyms.
'Vibhusit' is even more formal and often used for awards/titles.
विजेता को पदक से विभूषित किया गया। (The winner was decorated with a medal.)
문장 패턴
मैं [Object] अलंकृत करता हूँ।
मैं घर अलंकृत करता हूँ।
[Object] को [Instrument] से अलंकृत किया गया।
मंदिर को फूलों से अलंकृत किया गया।
[Subject] ने [Object] को [Instrument] से अलंकृत किया।
उसने मेज को मोमबत्तियों से अलंकृत किया।
[Subject] अपने [Abstract Object] को [Qualities] से अलंकृत करता है।
वह अपने विचारों को सत्य से अलंकृत करता है।
[Object] का [Noun form: अलंकरण] करना [Adjective] है।
भवन का अलंकरण करना आवश्यक है।
बिना [Instrument] के [Object] को अलंकृत करना असंभव है।
बिना कल्पना के काव्य को अलंकृत करना असंभव है।
[Subject] [Object] अलंकृत करना चाहता है।
मैं अपनी डायरी अलंकृत करना चाहता हूँ।
क्या आप [Object] अलंकृत करेंगे?
क्या आप मंच अलंकृत करेंगे?
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Common in literature, news, and formal events; rare in casual conversation.
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Using 'alankrit karna' for simple cleaning.
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साफ करना (saaf karna)
'Alankrit karna' is about adding beauty, not just removing dirt.
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मैंने घर अलंकृत किया। (Missing 'ko')
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मैंने घर को अलंकृत किया।
Transitive verbs usually need the object marker 'ko' when the object is specific.
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उसने फूलों को अलंकृत किया। (Using 'ko' for the instrument)
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उसने फूलों से अलंकृत किया।
The instrument of decoration takes 'se', not 'ko'.
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Pronouncing it as 'alankrat'.
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alankrit
The vowel is 'ri' (ऋ), not 'a'.
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Using it in a very casual text to a friend.
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सजाना (sajana)
It sounds too stiff and formal for a WhatsApp message to a close friend.
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Level Up Your Hindi
Replace 'sajana' with 'alankrit karna' in your formal writing to immediately sound more advanced.
The 'Se' Rule
Always remember to use 'से' (se) for the material you are using to decorate.
Vocalic R
Focus on the 'ri' sound in 'krit'. It's like the 'ri' in 'critique' but shorter.
Metaphorical Adornment
Use this word to describe speech or writing to show you understand literary concepts.
Temple Context
You will often see this word on signs or in brochures for famous Indian temples.
News Watch
Watch Hindi news during Diwali; you will hear this word many times.
Invitation Polish
If writing a formal invite, use 'समारोह स्थल को अलंकृत किया जाएगा' for a professional touch.
Art History
This is a key word for discussing Indian art history and architecture.
Alankar Link
Link 'alankrit' to 'Alankar' (ornament) which is a very common root word.
Formal Tone
Use it when giving a toast or a formal thank you speech.
암기하기
기억법
Think of 'Alan' who is a 'Crit'ic of art. He only likes things that are 'Alan-krit' (adorned) perfectly. Or, connect 'Alankar' to 'Anchor'—decorations 'anchor' the beauty of a room.
시각적 연상
Imagine a royal crown (an 'Alankar') being placed on a king's head. The act of placing it is 'alankrit karna'.
Word Web
챌린지
Try to describe three things in your room using 'alankrit karna' in a sentence, even if they are just simple things, to get used to the verb structure.
어원
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'अलङ्कृत' (alaṅkṛta). It is a compound of 'अलम्' (alam), meaning 'enough' or 'ornament', and 'कृत' (kṛta), meaning 'done' or 'made'.
원래 의미: To have been made sufficient or to have been made beautiful through ornaments.
Indo-Aryan / Sanskrit문화적 맥락
Be careful when using this word for people in a casual setting; it can sound sarcastic if you describe someone's simple outfit as being 'alankrit' with a single button.
English speakers might find 'alankrit karna' similar to 'to embellish' or 'to adorn', which are also more formal than 'to decorate'.
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실제 사용 상황
Weddings
- मंडप को अलंकृत करना
- दुल्हन का अलंकरण
- बारात का स्वागत
- फूलों की सजावट
Literature
- काव्य को अलंकृत करना
- शब्दों का चयन
- अलंकारिक भाषा
- रचनात्मक लेखन
Festivals
- घरों को दीपों से अलंकृत करना
- रंगोली बनाना
- त्योहार की तैयारी
- शहर की रौनक
Architecture
- महलों का अलंकरण
- पत्थरों पर नक्काशी
- ऐतिहासिक स्मारक
- प्राचीन शैली
Religion
- भगवान का श्रृंगार
- मंदिर को अलंकृत करना
- भक्ति गीत
- धार्मिक अनुष्ठान
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"क्या आपको अपने घर को पारंपरिक तरीके से अलंकृत करना पसंद है?"
"भारतीय शादियों में मंडप को कैसे अलंकृत किया जाता है?"
"क्या आप मानते हैं कि भाषा को अलंकृत करने से उसका प्रभाव बढ़ता है?"
"दिवाली पर आपके शहर को कैसे अलंकृत किया जाता है?"
"क्या आपने कभी किसी मंदिर की दीवारों को अलंकृत होते देखा है?"
일기 주제
आज मैंने अपने कमरे को कैसे अलंकृत किया और मुझे कैसा महसूस हुआ?
एक ऐसी ऐतिहासिक इमारत का वर्णन करें जिसे सुंदर नक्काशी से अलंकृत किया गया हो।
यदि आपको एक कविता लिखनी हो, तो आप उसे किन शब्दों से अलंकृत करेंगे?
सादगी बनाम अलंकरण: आपके विचार में असली सुंदरता क्या है?
अपने सपनों के घर का वर्णन करें और बताएं कि आप उसे कैसे अलंकृत करेंगे।
자주 묻는 질문
10 질문While grammatically possible, it sounds too formal for a cake. Use 'सजाना' (sajana) instead. 'Alankrit karna' is better for a grand hall or a poem.
'Alankrit' is an adjective (adorned) or part of a verb, while 'sajavat' is a noun meaning 'decoration' (the things used or the result).
You can say 'भवन को अलंकृत किया गया था' (Bhavan ko alankrit kiya gaya tha).
Yes, it can be used for anyone or anything. For example, 'राजा को शाही वस्त्रों से अलंकृत किया गया' (The king was adorned with royal clothes).
Yes, because it is a transitive verb. 'मैंने घर को अलंकृत किया' (I decorated the house).
It is a figure of speech, like a metaphor or alliteration, used to 'alankrit' (adorn) the poetry.
In a formal presentation about design, yes. 'हमने वेबसाइट को नए आइकनों से अलंकृत किया है' (We have adorned the website with new icons).
The shorter, common word is 'सजाना' (sajana).
The most direct opposite would be 'कुरूप' (ugly) or 'बिना सजावट के' (without decoration).
Rarely. It's mostly found in formal writing, speeches, or artistic discussions.
셀프 테스트 200 질문
Write a sentence about decorating your house for a festival using 'अलंकृत करना'.
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Translate: 'The palace was adorned with gold and silver.'
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How would you describe a poet's work using this verb?
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Write a formal request to decorate a stage.
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Use 'अलंकृत करना' in a sentence about a bride.
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Describe a historical monument in one sentence using the word.
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Create a sentence where 'virtues' are used to adorn someone.
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Translate: 'The city is adorned like a bride.'
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Write a sentence in the future tense about a project.
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Use the passive voice: 'The temple is being adorned.'
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Describe a garden using the verb.
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Write a sentence about an author embellishing a story.
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Translate: 'Nature adorns the mountains with snow.'
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Use 'अलंकृत करना' to talk about an award ceremony.
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Write a sentence about a child decorating a Christmas tree.
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Describe a king's throne.
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Translate: 'It is important to adorn our speech with kindness.'
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Use the word in a sentence about a museum.
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Describe a city on Republic Day.
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Write a sentence about a calligrapher.
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Pronounce 'अलंकृत' aloud. (Focus on the 'ri' sound).
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Say: 'I will decorate the house.' using 'अलंकृत करना'.
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Ask: 'Did you decorate the room?' formally.
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Describe a temple using the word 'अलंकृत'.
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Explain the difference between 'sajana' and 'alankrit karna' in Hindi.
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Tell someone to decorate the stage with flowers.
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Use 'alankrit karna' to talk about a poet.
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Say: 'The city was adorned with lights.'
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Pronounce 'अलंकरण' (adornment).
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Make a sentence about a bride's jewelry.
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Use 'alankrit karna' in a sentence about a book cover.
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Say: 'Virtue adorns a person.'
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Talk about your favorite festival and how you decorate.
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Describe a historical palace you know.
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Say: 'Let's decorate the classroom.'
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Pronounce the compound: 'रत्न-अलंकृत'.
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Say: 'His speech was adorned with metaphors.'
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Ask: 'Should we adorn the gate?'
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Say: 'Nature is beautiful.' using the verb.
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Listen to the sentence: 'मंदिर को फूलों से अलंकृत किया गया।' What was used to decorate?
Listen: 'उसने अपनी वाणी को मधुरता से अलंकृत किया।' What did he decorate?
Is this sentence past or future? 'हम हॉल को अलंकृत करेंगे।'
Listen: 'दीवारों पर सुंदर नक्काशी है।' Does this imply the walls are alankrit?
Listen: 'दुल्हन का अलंकरण हो रहा है।' What is happening?
Identify the word: 'अलंकृत'.
Listen: 'लेखक ने रूपकों का प्रयोग किया।' Is the story alankrit?
Who decorated the room? 'बच्चों ने कमरा अलंकृत किया।'
Is the tone formal? 'समारोह स्थल को अलंकृत किया गया है।'
Listen: 'बिना गहनों के वह अलंकृत नहीं लगती।' Does she look adorned?
Listen for the instrument: 'मोतियों से अलंकृत।'
Identify the tense: 'महल को अलंकृत किया गया था।'
What is the subject? 'माँ ने थाली अलंकृत की।'
Listen: 'अलंकार काव्य की शोभा बढ़ाते हैं।' What do they do to the poem?
Is the action finished? 'हमने घर अलंकृत कर दिया है।'
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Summary
Use 'अलंकृत करना' when you want to describe a high-level, artistic, or formal act of decoration, such as 'मंदिर को फूलों से अलंकृत किया गया' (The temple was adorned with flowers).
- A formal Hindi verb meaning 'to decorate' or 'to adorn'.
- Derived from the Sanskrit word 'Alankara', meaning ornament.
- Commonly used in literature, art, and formal ceremonies.
- More sophisticated than the everyday word 'sajana'.
Level Up Your Hindi
Replace 'sajana' with 'alankrit karna' in your formal writing to immediately sound more advanced.
The 'Se' Rule
Always remember to use 'से' (se) for the material you are using to decorate.
Vocalic R
Focus on the 'ri' sound in 'krit'. It's like the 'ri' in 'critique' but shorter.
Metaphorical Adornment
Use this word to describe speech or writing to show you understand literary concepts.
예시
हमें अपने घर को त्योहारों के लिए अलंकृत करना है।
관련 콘텐츠
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आंगनवाड़ी
B2A type of rural mother and child care center in India.
आईना
A1거울은 종종 틀이 있는 반사 표면입니다. 자신을 보기 위해 사용됩니다. (단어는 '거울'입니다.)
आइना
A1거울은 이미지를 반사하는 표면입니다.
आलीशान
B2Luxurious, magnificent; extremely comfortable, elegant, or enjoyable.
आमतौर से
B2Generally; in most cases; usually.
आओ भगत करना
B2To host or entertain guests with hospitality.
आपका/आपकी/आपके
B2당신의 (존댓말). 소유 대상의 성별에 따라 변합니다: 남성 단수는 'aapka', 여성은 'aapki', 복수나 존경은 'aapke'. '이름이 무엇입니까?'는 'Aapka naam kya hai?'입니다.
आरी
B2A saw, a tool with a toothed blade for cutting wood or other materials.
आराम से रहना
B1To reside in a state of ease and comfort (to live comfortably).
आरामगाह
B2휴식이나 안정을 취하는 장소.