अनिच्छापूर्वक
अनिच्छापूर्वक 30초 만에
- अनिच्छापूर्वक means 'unwillingly' or 'reluctantly.' It is a formal Hindi adverb used to describe actions done without heart or desire.
- It is made of 'A' (not) + 'Iccha' (wish) + 'Purvak' (with). It's a common word in news and books.
- Use it when you want to sound more professional than saying 'be-man se.' It doesn't change for gender.
- Commonly used for resigning, agreeing to hard terms, or doing chores you dislike. It's a B1 level word.
The word अनिच्छापूर्वक (anicchāpūrvak) is a sophisticated Hindi adverb that translates to 'unwillingly,' 'reluctantly,' or 'grudgingly.' To understand this word, one must look at its Sanskrit roots. It is composed of three parts: the prefix 'अ-' (a-) which signifies negation or 'not,' the root 'इच्छा' (icchā) meaning 'desire' or 'wish,' and the suffix '-पूर्वक' (pūrvak) which means 'with' or 'accompanied by.' Therefore, the literal meaning is 'with a lack of desire.' In the spectrum of Hindi vocabulary, this word sits on the formal side. While a native speaker might use the simpler phrase 'बिना मन के' (binā man ke) in a casual conversation at home, they would pivot to अनिच्छापूर्वक when writing a formal report, a piece of literature, or a news article to convey a sense of professional gravity or emotional depth.
- Register
- Formal/Literary. Used primarily in writing or formal speeches rather than slang.
- Grammatical Role
- Adverb of Manner. It describes *how* an action is performed.
Imagine a child being told to clean their room when they would rather be playing video games. They don't refuse outright because they fear the consequences, but every movement is slow, heavy, and clearly shows they don't want to be there. That specific 'vibe' of doing something because you have to, not because you want to, is exactly what this word captures. It implies a conscious decision to act, but with an internal resistance. It is often used in political contexts—for instance, when a leader 'reluctantly' accepts a resignation or when a country 'unwillingly' signs a treaty under pressure.
उसने अपनी नौकरी से अनिच्छापूर्वक इस्तीफा दे दिया। (He reluctantly resigned from his job.)
The word also carries a certain weight of maturity. It suggests that the person acting is aware of their own feelings but is choosing to prioritize duty, necessity, or social pressure over their personal inclinations. It is not just about being 'sad'; it is about the conflict between the 'self' (the desire) and the 'action' (the requirement). In high-level Hindi literature, authors use this word to highlight the internal struggle of characters who are caught between their heart's desire and their societal obligations.
Furthermore, the word is indispensable in legal and bureaucratic Hindi. When a witness provides a statement they would rather keep secret, or when a government implements a policy due to international sanctions, the term अनिच्छापूर्वक is frequently employed in documentation to record the lack of voluntary enthusiasm. It provides a nuanced layer of meaning that simple negation cannot achieve. It acknowledges the act while simultaneously distancing the actor's intent from the action itself.
न्यायाधीश ने अनिच्छापूर्वक उसे ज़मानत दे दी। (The judge reluctantly granted him bail.)
Using अनिच्छापूर्वक correctly requires placing it before the verb it modifies, as is standard for adverbs in Hindi. Because it is a multi-syllabic and formal word, it usually sets a serious tone for the entire sentence. It is most effective when describing actions that are typically expected to be done with enthusiasm but are being performed under duress or out of a sense of obligation. For example, eating, signing, going, or agreeing.
- Sentence Structure
- [Subject] + [अनिच्छापूर्वक] + [Verb]. Example: वह (Subject) अनिच्छापूर्वक (Adverb) गया (Verb).
In complex sentences, अनिच्छापूर्वक can be used to contrast two different states of mind. For instance, 'He smiled, but reluctantly.' In Hindi, this would be: 'उसने मुस्कराया, लेकिन अनिच्छापूर्वक।' Note how the adverb can stand alone at the end of a clause to refer back to the action mentioned. This is a common stylistic choice in modern Hindi prose to emphasize the reluctance of the subject.
बच्चे ने अनिच्छापूर्वक अपनी कड़वी दवा पी ली। (The child reluctantly drank his bitter medicine.)
When using this word, it is important to distinguish it from 'मजबूरी में' (majbūrī mein). While 'majbūrī mein' implies a total lack of choice (helplessness), अनिच्छापूर्वक focuses more on the *attitude* and *lack of desire* rather than the external force. You might do something अनिच्छापूर्वक because you find it boring, even if nobody is holding a gun to your head. It’s about your internal 'icchā' (will).
In professional correspondence, this word is a 'power word.' If you are writing an email where you have to agree to a deadline you don't like, using this word signals to the recipient that you are complying but you aren't happy about the circumstances. It adds a layer of 'professional protest.' For example: 'मैं अनिच्छापूर्वक इस प्रस्ताव को स्वीकार करता हूँ' (I reluctantly accept this proposal).
कर्मचारियों ने अनिच्छापूर्वक अतिरिक्त काम करने के लिए सहमति दी। (The employees reluctantly agreed to do extra work.)
While you might not hear a teenager using अनिच्छापूर्वक at a mall, it is a staple of Hindi news broadcasts and intellectual discourse. If you tune into 'DD News' or read 'Dainik Jagran,' you will encounter this word frequently. It is the 'news anchor's favorite' for describing diplomatic stalemates or political compromises. For instance, when a political party joins a coalition they previously criticized, the news headline will often state they did so anicchāpūrvak.
- Context: Journalism
- Used to describe political maneuvers or reluctant policy changes.
- Context: Literature
- Used to describe the internal conflict of protagonists facing moral dilemmas.
In Bollywood movies, specifically in period dramas or high-stakes court dramas, you will hear this word in scripted dialogues. It adds a touch of 'Shuddh Hindi' (Pure Hindi) that makes characters sound educated, aristocratic, or authoritative. A king in a historical drama might say, 'हमें अनिच्छापूर्वक युद्ध की घोषणा करनी पड़ी' (We reluctantly had to declare war). This sounds much more regal than using common street slang.
समाचार वाचक ने कहा, "विपक्ष ने अनिच्छापूर्वक सदन की कार्यवाही में भाग लिया।" (The news reader said, "The opposition reluctantly participated in the house proceedings.")
Another place you'll find this word is in Hindi translations of classic English literature. Translators often choose अनिच्छापूर्वक to translate 'reluctantly' in works by authors like Charles Dickens or Jane Austen, where the characters' subtle social discomfort is a key theme. It is a word that bridges the gap between simple action and complex human psychology.
उपन्यास के नायक ने अनिच्छापूर्वक अपनी पुरानी हवेली बेचने का निर्णय लिया। (The novel's protagonist reluctantly decided to sell his old mansion.)
The most common mistake learners make is misspelling the word. Because it contains the conjunct 'च्छ' (cch), many people forget the half 'च' (c) before the 'छ' (ch). Writing it as 'अनिछापूर्वक' is a frequent error. Remember, 'Iccha' always has that double-sound structure. Another spelling mistake occurs with the '-पूर्वक' suffix; some learners confuse it with '-पुरवक' (short 'u'), but it should always be a long 'ū' (ू).
- Spelling Error
- Wrong: अनिछापुरवक | Right: अनिच्छापूर्वक
- Contextual Error
- Using it for physical inability instead of mental lack of desire.
A subtle mistake is using अनिच्छापूर्वक when you actually mean 'unintentionally' (अनजाने में - anjāne mein). If you spill coffee by mistake, you didn't do it 'reluctantly'; you did it 'accidentally.' अनिच्छापूर्वक implies you knew what you were doing, you just didn't *want* to do it. Confusing 'lack of intent' with 'lack of desire' can lead to awkward sentences.
गलत: मैंने अनिच्छापूर्वक गिलास तोड़ दिया। (Wrong: I reluctantly broke the glass - unless you were forced to break it!)
Finally, learners sometimes over-rely on this word because it sounds 'impressive.' While it is a great word for B1/B2 levels, using it three times in one paragraph makes the writing feel stiff. In Hindi, as in English, variety is key. Mix it up with 'बेमन से' or 'मजबूरी में' to keep your speech sounding natural. Overuse of Sanskrit-heavy adverbs is a hallmark of 'translationese'—Hindi that sounds like it was translated word-for-word from English.
सही उपयोग: उसने अनिच्छापूर्वक मेरी मदद की। (Correct: He reluctantly helped me.)
Hindi is rich with synonyms for reluctance, each with its own flavor. The most common alternative is 'बेमन से' (be-man se). 'Be' is a Persian prefix meaning 'without,' and 'Man' means 'mind/heart.' So, doing something 'without heart.' This is much more common in daily speech. If a friend asks you to go out and you don't want to, you'd say, 'मैं बेमन से जा रहा हूँ।'
- अनिच्छापूर्वक vs. बेमन से
- Formal/Sanskrit vs. Informal/Persian-Hindi. Both mean reluctantly.
- अनिच्छापूर्वक vs. मजबूरी में
- Lack of desire vs. Lack of choice/compulsion.
Another interesting alternative is 'नाचाहते हुए भी' (nā-cāhte hue bhī), which literally means 'even while not wanting to.' This is very idiomatic and common in both speech and writing. It emphasizes the persistence of the action despite the lack of desire. For example: 'नाचाहते हुए भी मुझे वहां जाना पड़ा' (Even without wanting to, I had to go there).
तुलना: अनिच्छापूर्वक (Formal) vs. बिना मन के (Common).
On the opposite end, the antonym is इच्छापूर्वक (icchāpūrvak - willingly) or स्वेच्छा से (svecchā se - of one's own volition). 'Sva' (self) + 'Iccha' (desire) = 'Sveccha.' This is often used in legal documents to indicate that a person is acting of their own free will without any pressure.
Understanding these nuances allows you to choose the right word for the right situation. Use अनिच्छापूर्वक when you want to sound precise, academic, or serious. Use 'बेमन से' when you are talking to friends or family about your daily chores or small annoyances. This versatility is what makes a speaker sound truly fluent in Hindi.
उसने स्वेच्छा से दान दिया, न कि अनिच्छापूर्वक। (He gave the donation voluntarily, not reluctantly.)
How Formal Is It?
"प्रबंधक ने अनिच्छापूर्वक इस्तीफे पर हस्ताक्षर किए।"
"उसने अनिच्छापूर्वक अपनी पुरानी साइकिल दे दी।"
"वो अनिच्छापूर्वक पार्टी में आया।"
"भालू ने अनिच्छापूर्वक अपना शहद बाँटा।"
"N/A"
재미있는 사실
The suffix '-पूर्वक' is one of the most productive ways to create adverbs in Hindi. It's like the '-ly' in English but carries a slightly more formal 'with the spirit of' connotation.
발음 가이드
- Skipping the 'ch' sound and saying 'Anichapurvak'.
- Pronouncing 'v' as a hard 'w' like 'pur-wak'.
- Shortening the long 'u' in 'purvak'.
난이도
The conjunct 'ccha' and the length make it slightly tricky for beginners.
Spelling the conjunct 'ccha' and the long 'u' requires practice.
Requires clear enunciation of the five syllables.
Easy to recognize once the root 'Iccha' is known.
다음에 무엇을 배울까
선수 학습
다음에 배울 것
고급
알아야 할 문법
Adverb Formation with -पूर्वक
Noun + पूर्वक = Adverb. (ध्यान + पूर्वक = ध्यानपूर्वक)
Negation Prefix 'अ-'
अ + इच्छा = अनिच्छा (No desire).
Indeclinable Nature of Adverbs
अनिच्छापूर्वक stays the same for 'वह' (he) and 'वे' (they).
Placement of Adverbs
Usually placed before the verb: 'वह अनिच्छापूर्वक गया'।
Sanskrit Sandhi in Compounds
An + Iccha = Aniccha (The 'n' joins with 'i').
수준별 예문
उसने अनिच्छापूर्वक खाना खाया।
He ate food unwillingly.
Simple Subject + Adverb + Verb structure.
मैं अनिच्छापूर्वक वहाँ गया।
I went there reluctantly.
Adverb modifying the verb 'gaya' (went).
वह अनिच्छापूर्वक काम करती है।
She works unwillingly.
Present tense usage.
उन्होंने अनिच्छापूर्वक बात की।
They spoke reluctantly.
Plural subject usage.
राम ने अनिच्छापूर्वक किताब दी।
Ram gave the book unwillingly.
Past tense with 'ne' particle.
बच्चा अनिच्छापूर्वक सो गया।
The child went to sleep reluctantly.
Compound verb 'so gaya'.
वह अनिच्छापूर्वक हँसा।
He laughed reluctantly.
Modifying a verb of emotion.
अनिच्छापूर्वक मत जाओ।
Don't go unwillingly.
Imperative negative sentence.
उसने अनिच्छापूर्वक अपनी गलती मानी।
He reluctantly admitted his mistake.
Adverb modifying 'maani' (admitted).
विद्यार्थी अनिच्छापूर्वक होमवर्क कर रहे हैं।
Students are doing homework reluctantly.
Present continuous tense.
मैंने अनिच्छापूर्वक उसे पैसे दिए।
I reluctantly gave him money.
Transitive verb with 'ne'.
क्या तुम अनिच्छापूर्वक यहाँ आए हो?
Have you come here reluctantly?
Interrogative sentence.
वह अनिच्छापूर्वक अपनी पुरानी कार बेच रहा है।
He is reluctantly selling his old car.
Adjective 'purani' modifying 'car'.
हमने अनिच्छापूर्वक फिल्म देखी।
We watched the movie reluctantly.
Plural past tense.
रीता ने अनिच्छापूर्वक गाना गाया।
Rita sang a song reluctantly.
Subject-Object-Verb with adverb.
वह अनिच्छापूर्वक सुबह जल्दी उठता है।
He reluctantly wakes up early in the morning.
Habitual present tense.
मंत्री ने अनिच्छापूर्वक अपना इस्तीफा सौंपा।
The minister reluctantly handed in his resignation.
Formal vocabulary usage.
उसने अनिच्छापूर्वक इस कठिन यात्रा के लिए हाँ कहा।
She reluctantly said yes to this difficult journey.
Complex object phrase.
न्यायालय के आदेश पर उसने अनिच्छापूर्वक जुर्माना भरा।
He reluctantly paid the fine on the court's order.
Prepositional phrase 'ke aadesh par'.
लेखक ने अनिच्छापूर्वक अपनी कहानी में बदलाव किए।
The writer reluctantly made changes to his story.
Plural object 'badlav' (changes).
अनिच्छापूर्वक ही सही, पर उसे सच बोलना पड़ा।
Albeit reluctantly, he had to speak the truth.
Use of 'hi sahi' for emphasis.
कंपनी ने अनिच्छापूर्वक कर्मचारियों का वेतन बढ़ाया।
The company reluctantly increased the employees' salary.
Genitive case 'karmachariyon ka'.
वह अनिच्छापूर्वक अपने प्रतिद्वंद्वी से हाथ मिलाया।
He reluctantly shook hands with his rival.
Social context usage.
डॉक्टर ने अनिच्छापूर्वक उसे अस्पताल में भर्ती किया।
The doctor reluctantly admitted him to the hospital.
Professional context.
सरकार ने अंतरराष्ट्रीय दबाव में अनिच्छापूर्वक संधि पर हस्ताक्षर किए।
The government reluctantly signed the treaty under international pressure.
Political/Formal register.
उसने अनिच्छापूर्वक स्वीकार किया कि उसकी योजना विफल रही।
He reluctantly accepted that his plan failed.
Subordinate clause with 'ki'.
अधिकारी ने अनिच्छापूर्वक फ़ाइल पर अपनी स्वीकृति दी।
The official reluctantly gave his approval on the file.
Administrative Hindi.
यद्यपि वह थक गया था, उसने अनिच्छापूर्वक अपना भाषण जारी रखा।
Although he was tired, he reluctantly continued his speech.
Conjunction 'yadyapi...phir bhi' (implied).
पड़ोसियों ने अनिच्छापूर्वक शोर कम करने का वादा किया।
The neighbors reluctantly promised to reduce the noise.
Infinitive as object 'kam karne ka'.
उसने अनिच्छापूर्वक अपनी हार स्वीकार कर ली।
He reluctantly conceded his defeat.
Compound verb 'swikar kar li'.
वैज्ञानिक ने अनिच्छापूर्वक अपने पुराने सिद्धांतों को त्याग दिया।
The scientist reluctantly abandoned his old theories.
Intellectual context.
पुलिस ने अनिच्छापूर्वक संदिग्ध को रिहा कर दिया।
The police reluctantly released the suspect.
Legal/Law enforcement context.
संसद ने भारी बहस के बाद अनिच्छापूर्वक नए विधेयक को पारित किया।
Parliament reluctantly passed the new bill after heavy debate.
High-level political vocabulary.
उसकी आँखों में अनिच्छापूर्वक दी गई सहमति साफ़ दिखाई दे रही थी।
The reluctantly given consent was clearly visible in her eyes.
Adverb modifying a participle used as an adjective.
दार्शनिक ने अनिच्छापूर्वक तर्क दिया कि पूर्ण स्वतंत्रता असंभव है।
The philosopher reluctantly argued that absolute freedom is impossible.
Philosophical register.
कलाकार ने बाज़ार की माँग के कारण अनिच्छापूर्वक अपनी शैली बदली।
The artist reluctantly changed his style due to market demand.
Causal phrase 'ke kaaran'.
उसने अनिच्छापूर्वक उस विरासत को संभाला जिसे वह कभी नहीं चाहता था।
He reluctantly took over the legacy he never wanted.
Relative clause 'jise...'.
प्रबंधक ने अनिच्छापूर्वक स्वीकार किया कि छंटनी ही एकमात्र विकल्प है।
The manager reluctantly admitted that layoffs are the only option.
Business strategy context.
इतिहासकार ने अनिच्छापूर्वक उन तथ्यों को स्वीकार किया जो उसके शोध के विपरीत थे।
The historian reluctantly accepted facts that contradicted his research.
Academic rigor context.
उसने अनिच्छापूर्वक समाज के रूढ़िवादी नियमों का पालन किया।
She reluctantly followed the conservative rules of society.
Sociological context.
उनकी अनिच्छापूर्वक की गई प्रशंसा में भी एक प्रकार की कड़वाहट थी।
Even in his reluctantly given praise, there was a kind of bitterness.
Abstract noun phrase with adverbial modifier.
सत्ता के गलियारों में अनिच्छापूर्वक किए गए समझौतों की लंबी सूची है।
In the corridors of power, there is a long list of reluctantly made compromises.
Metaphorical and sophisticated register.
लेखक ने नायक के अनिच्छापूर्वक किए गए आत्मसमर्पण को उसकी सबसे बड़ी त्रासदी बताया।
The author described the protagonist's reluctant surrender as his greatest tragedy.
Literary analysis.
न्यायिक सक्रियता के इस दौर में, कार्यपालिका अनिच्छापूर्वक अपने अधिकारों का त्याग कर रही है।
In this era of judicial activism, the executive is reluctantly surrendering its powers.
Legal-political discourse.
उसने अनिच्छापूर्वक उस संधि की पुष्टि की जो उसके राष्ट्र के हितों के प्रतिकूल थी।
He reluctantly ratified the treaty that was contrary to his nation's interests.
International relations terminology.
वैज्ञानिक समुदाय ने अनिच्छापूर्वक उस नए साक्ष्य को स्वीकार किया जिसने दशकों पुराने विश्वास को हिला दिया।
The scientific community reluctantly accepted the new evidence that shook decades-old beliefs.
Complex sentence with relative clauses.
उसने अनिच्छापूर्वक अपनी व्यक्तिगत मान्यताओं और पेशेवर कर्तव्यों के बीच समझौता किया।
He reluctantly compromised between his personal beliefs and professional duties.
Moral philosophy context.
फिल्म के अंत में, नायक अनिच्छापूर्वक उस दुनिया में लौट जाता है जिसे उसने पीछे छोड़ दिया था।
At the end of the film, the hero reluctantly returns to the world he had left behind.
Narrative structure.
자주 쓰는 조합
자주 쓰는 구문
— Even if it is reluctantly (used to emphasize the act happened).
अनिच्छापूर्वक ही सही, उसने मदद तो की।
— Only out of reluctance (implies no other motive).
उसने केवल अनिच्छापूर्वक हाँ कहा।
— Clearly reluctantly.
उसका चेहरा स्पष्ट रूप से अनिच्छापूर्वक लग रहा था।
자주 혼동되는 단어
Means 'unintentionally'. If you do something reluctantly, you still know you are doing it.
Means 'out of compulsion'. Reluctance is about your feeling; compulsion is about your lack of options.
Means 'by mistake'. Reluctance is a conscious but unhappy choice.
관용어 및 표현
— To do something reluctantly because there is no other choice.
अब काम तो करना ही है, मजबूरी का नाम महात्मा गांधी!
Colloquial— To do something extremely unpleasant reluctantly.
उसने अनिच्छापूर्वक ज़हर का घूँट पीकर समझौता कर लिया।
Metaphorical— To do something after suppressing one's own desires.
उसने मन मार कर अपनी पढ़ाई जारी रखी।
Common— To do work reluctantly and poorly just to get it over with.
वह काम नहीं कर रहा, बस बेगार टाल रहा है।
Informal— Doing something superficially without real intent.
उसने ऊपर-ऊपर से माफ़ी माँग ली।
Common— To harden one's heart to do something difficult/reluctant.
उसने जी कड़ा करके कड़वी दवा पी।
Common— To avoid someone because of reluctance/shame.
वह अनिच्छापूर्वक मुझसे आँखें चुरा रहा था।
Common혼동하기 쉬운
Both end in -पूर्वक.
Asavdhanipurvak means 'carelessly', while Anicchapurvak means 'unwillingly'. One is about focus, the other is about desire.
उसने असावधानीपूर्वक (carelessly) गाड़ी चलाई, लेकिन उसने अनिच्छापूर्वक (unwillingly) जुर्माना भरा।
Both start with 'An-'.
Anivarya means 'mandatory'. If something is anivarya, you might do it anicchapurvak.
यह परीक्षा अनिवार्य (mandatory) है, इसलिए मैं अनिच्छापूर्वक (unwillingly) पढ़ रहा हूँ।
Same root.
Anicchuk is an adjective (unwilling person), Anicchapurvak is an adverb (unwillingly done).
वह अनिच्छुक (unwilling) छात्र अनिच्छापूर्वक (unwillingly) पढ़ रहा है।
Prefix 'A-'.
Apratyaksh means 'indirect'.
उसने अप्रत्यक्ष रूप से अपनी अनिच्छा दिखाई।
Prefix 'An-'.
Anavashyak means 'unnecessary'.
उसने अनावश्यक रूप से अनिच्छापूर्वक काम किया।
문장 패턴
Subject + अनिच्छापूर्वक + Verb
वह अनिच्छापूर्वक गया।
Subject + अनिच्छापूर्वक + Object + Verb
उसने अनिच्छापूर्वक पानी पिया।
Subject + ने + अनिच्छापूर्वक + Object + Verb (Past)
राम ने अनिच्छापूर्वक पत्र लिखा।
Adverbial Clause, Subject + अनिच्छापूर्वक + Verb
थके होने के बावजूद, उसने अनिच्छापूर्वक काम किया।
Subject + [Adverb modifying Participle] + Noun
उसकी अनिच्छापूर्वक दी गई सहमति।
Complex/Compound sentences with formal register
सत्ता के दबाव में, उन्होंने अनिच्छापूर्वक संधि की पुष्टि की।
Negative Imperative with Adverb
अनिच्छापूर्वक काम मत करो।
Interrogative with Adverb
क्या आपने अनिच्छापूर्वक यह निर्णय लिया?
어휘 가족
명사
동사
형용사
관련
사용법
Common in literature, news, and formal speech; rare in slang.
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अनिछापूर्वक
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अनिच्छापूर्वक
Missing the half 'च' in the conjunct 'च्छ'.
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अनिच्छापुरवक
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अनिच्छापूर्वक
Using a short 'u' instead of a long 'ū' in the suffix.
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Using it for 'accidentally'
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अनजाने में
Reluctance implies you knew what you were doing but didn't want to.
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Changing the ending for gender
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अनिच्छापूर्वक (stays same)
It's an adverb, not an adjective. It doesn't change for gender.
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Overusing it in casual talk
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बेमन से
It sounds too formal for a casual chat with friends.
팁
Indeclinable Adverbs
Remember that adverbs ending in '-पूर्वक' never change their form. This makes them very reliable once you learn them!
The 'Ccha' Sound
Practice the 'ccha' sound by saying 'itch-ha'. It should be a crisp, double consonant sound.
The Suffix -पूर्वक
Learn this suffix to unlock dozens of other adverbs like 'shantipūrvak' (peacefully) and 'dhyānpūrvak' (carefully).
Formal Tone
Use this word in formal writing to show sophistication. It's a hallmark of B1+ level Hindi.
News Keywords
Listen for this word in political news to understand when parties are making forced compromises.
Nuance
Use 'अनिच्छापूर्वक' for mental reluctance and 'मजबूरी में' for external compulsion.
A-Iccha
Just remember: A (No) + Iccha (Wish). It's the simplest way to keep the meaning in mind.
Cultural Duty
Understand that in India, doing things 'anicchāpūrvak' is often seen as a sign of respect for elders/duty.
The Long 'U'
Don't forget the 'badi u' (ू) in pūrvak. It's a common mistake even for native speakers!
Dramatic Effect
In stories, use this word to show a character's internal struggle without using too many words.
암기하기
기억법
Think of 'A' (No) + 'Iccha' (Wish). If you have 'No Wish' for the task, you do it 'Anicchapurvak'.
시각적 연상
Imagine someone dragging their feet while walking to a dentist's office. The dragging feet represent 'Anicchapurvak'.
Word Web
챌린지
Try to write three things you did 'अनिच्छापूर्वक' this week, like waking up early or doing laundry.
어원
Derived from Sanskrit 'अनिच्छापूर्वकम्' (anicchāpūrvakam). It is a compound of 'a' (negation) + 'icchā' (wish/desire) + 'pūrvaka' (preceded by/with).
원래 의미: Accompanied by a lack of desire.
Indo-Aryan (Sanskrit roots).문화적 맥락
It is a polite way to show you are not happy. It's better than saying 'I hate this' in a formal setting.
In English, we might say 'grudgingly' which sounds a bit more bitter. 'Reluctantly' is the closest equivalent.
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실제 사용 상황
Workplace
- अनिच्छापूर्वक काम करना
- अनिच्छापूर्वक सहमत होना
- अनिच्छापूर्वक इस्तीफा देना
- अनिच्छापूर्वक बदलाव स्वीकार करना
Family
- अनिच्छापूर्वक स्कूल जाना
- अनिच्छापूर्वक सब्जी खाना
- अनिच्छापूर्वक बात मानना
- अनिच्छापूर्वक जल्दी उठना
Legal/News
- अनिच्छापूर्वक हस्ताक्षर करना
- अनिच्छापूर्वक बयान देना
- अनिच्छापूर्वक संधि करना
- अनिच्छापूर्वक जुर्माना भरना
Literature
- अनिच्छापूर्वक विदा लेना
- अनिच्छापूर्वक मुस्कुराना
- अनिच्छापूर्वक हार मानना
- अनिच्छापूर्वक सच बोलना
Social
- अनिच्छापूर्वक पार्टी में जाना
- अनिच्छापूर्वक हाथ मिलाना
- अनिच्छापूर्वक मदद करना
- अनिच्छापूर्वक समय देना
대화 시작하기
"क्या आपने कभी अनिच्छापूर्वक कोई बड़ा निर्णय लिया है? (Have you ever taken a big decision reluctantly?)"
"आप अनिच्छापूर्वक कौन सा काम सबसे ज़्यादा करते हैं? (What work do you do most reluctantly?)"
"क्या अनिच्छापूर्वक किया गया काम कभी सफल होता है? (Does work done reluctantly ever succeed?)"
"जब बच्चे अनिच्छापूर्वक स्कूल जाते हैं, तो आप क्या करते हैं? (What do you do when children go to school reluctantly?)"
"क्या आपने कभी अनिच्छापूर्वक किसी की मदद की है? (Have you ever helped someone reluctantly?)"
일기 주제
आज मैंने कौन सा काम अनिच्छापूर्वक किया और क्यों? (What task did I do reluctantly today and why?)
एक ऐसी घटना के बारे में लिखें जब आपने अनिच्छापूर्वक अपनी कोई प्रिय वस्तु किसी को दी। (Write about an incident when you reluctantly gave your favorite item to someone.)
क्या समाज में रहना हमें कई काम अनिच्छापूर्वक करने के लिए मजबूर करता है? (Does living in society force us to do many things reluctantly?)
जब आप अनिच्छापूर्वक काम करते हैं, तो आपके मन में क्या विचार आते हैं? (What thoughts come to your mind when you work reluctantly?)
अनिच्छापूर्वक और मजबूरी के बीच के अंतर को अपने शब्दों में समझाएं। (Explain the difference between 'reluctantly' and 'compulsion' in your own words.)
자주 묻는 질문
10 질문It is used, but mostly in serious or formal contexts. In casual talk, people prefer 'be-man se' (बेमन से).
It is a conjunct of half 'च' (ca) and full 'छ' (cha). In Devanagari, it looks like 'च्छ'.
Yes, it is an adverb and does not change based on gender. You can say 'वह (M) अनिच्छापूर्वक गया' and 'वह (F) अनिच्छापूर्वक गई'.
The root is 'इच्छा' (Iccha), which means desire or wish.
Yes, it is a 'Tatsam' word, which means it is borrowed directly from Sanskrit into Hindi.
The opposite is 'इच्छापूर्वक' (Icchapūrvak), meaning willingly.
Not exactly. It means 'without wanting to'. You might be sad, but the focus is on your lack of will.
Yes, especially in court scenes or dramatic dialogues between parents and children.
Yes, for example: 'उसने काम किया, पर अनिच्छापूर्वक।' (He worked, but reluctantly.)
It is a long 'ū' (ू). So it is 'pūrvak'.
셀프 테스트 180 질문
Write a sentence in Hindi: 'I ate food reluctantly.'
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Write a sentence using 'अनिच्छापूर्वक' about school.
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Translate: 'The minister reluctantly resigned.'
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Use 'अनिच्छापूर्वक' in a sentence about a mistake.
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Write a sentence about doing homework unwillingly.
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Translate: 'He smiled reluctantly.'
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Use 'अनिच्छापूर्वक' to describe an officer's action.
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Write a sentence contrasting 'willingly' and 'reluctantly'.
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Translate: 'I reluctantly agreed to her plan.'
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Write a short paragraph (3 sentences) using 'अनिच्छापूर्वक'.
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Use 'अनिच्छापूर्वक' in a legal context sentence.
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Translate: 'They reluctantly left the party.'
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Write a sentence about a doctor's decision using this word.
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Use 'अनिच्छापूर्वक' in a sentence about a child and medicine.
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Translate: 'She reluctantly told the truth.'
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Write a sentence about a company and salaries.
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Use 'अनिच्छापूर्वक' to describe a neighbor's promise.
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Translate: 'He reluctantly sold his car.'
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Write a sentence about a scientist changing their mind.
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Use 'अनिच्छापूर्वक' in a sentence about a king.
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Pronounce: अ-नि-च्छा-पू-र्वक
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Say 'I went reluctantly' in Hindi.
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Say 'He reluctantly agreed' in Hindi.
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Repeat the word 3 times clearly.
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Say 'Don't do it reluctantly' in Hindi.
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Explain the meaning of 'अनिच्छापूर्वक' in Hindi.
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Use the word in a sentence about your boss.
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Pronounce the antonym: स्वेच्छा से
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Say 'The child ate unwillingly' in Hindi.
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Give a synonym for 'अनिच्छापूर्वक'.
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Say 'She reluctantly smiled'.
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Use 'अनिच्छापूर्वक' in a question.
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Pronounce 'Dhyanpurvak' and 'Anicchapurvak'.
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Describe a time you did something reluctantly in Hindi.
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Say 'The government reluctantly signed'.
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Pronounce the word focusing on the long 'u'.
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Say 'He reluctantly admitted his mistake'.
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Say 'They reluctantly participated'.
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Say 'Reluctantly but correctly'.
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Listen to the word: 'अनिच्छापूर्वक'. Is it formal or informal?
Identify the adverb: 'उसने अनिच्छापूर्वक पत्र लिखा।'
Does the speaker sound happy or unhappy when saying this word?
How many syllables did you hear?
Which word was said: Aniccha or Iccha?
What was the action? 'वह अनिच्छापूर्वक सो गया।'
Who acted? 'मंत्री ने अनिच्छापूर्वक इस्तीफा दिया।'
Listen for the suffix: -purvak. Is it present?
Which vowel was long in the suffix?
Was the word used in a question or a statement?
Identify the root: Iccha.
Is the first sound 'A' or 'Aa'?
Did the speaker say 'Be-man se' or 'Anicchapurvak'?
Is the word plural?
True or False: The word means 'carefully'.
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Summary
The word 'अनिच्छापूर्वक' is your go-to adverb for expressing formal reluctance. Whether you are writing a business email or reading a Hindi novel, it perfectly captures the feeling of doing something because you must, not because you want to. Example: 'उसने अनिच्छापूर्वक सच बताया' (He reluctantly told the truth).
- अनिच्छापूर्वक means 'unwillingly' or 'reluctantly.' It is a formal Hindi adverb used to describe actions done without heart or desire.
- It is made of 'A' (not) + 'Iccha' (wish) + 'Purvak' (with). It's a common word in news and books.
- Use it when you want to sound more professional than saying 'be-man se.' It doesn't change for gender.
- Commonly used for resigning, agreeing to hard terms, or doing chores you dislike. It's a B1 level word.
Indeclinable Adverbs
Remember that adverbs ending in '-पूर्वक' never change their form. This makes them very reliable once you learn them!
The 'Ccha' Sound
Practice the 'ccha' sound by saying 'itch-ha'. It should be a crisp, double consonant sound.
The Suffix -पूर्वक
Learn this suffix to unlock dozens of other adverbs like 'shantipūrvak' (peacefully) and 'dhyānpūrvak' (carefully).
Formal Tone
Use this word in formal writing to show sophistication. It's a hallmark of B1+ level Hindi.
예시
उसे अनिच्छापूर्वक यह काम करना पड़ा।
관련 콘텐츠
family 관련 단어
आबाद
B1거주하는, 번영하는; 인구가 많고 번창하는.
आँचल
B1사리의 끝자락 (어머니의 보호를 상징).
आचरण
B1The way a person behaves; conduct.
आँगन
A2집 중앙에 있는 지붕이 없는 안뜰. 인도 전통 가옥에서 가족 생활의 중심이 되는 공간입니다.
आंगन
A2집 안의 안뜰.
आग्रह करना
B1누군가에게 무엇을 하도록 간곡히 요청하거나 권하다.
आज्ञा
B1공식적인 명령이나 허가.
आज्ञा का पालन करना
B1명령이나 지시를 따르다.
आज्ञा मानना
A2명령이나 규칙에 순종하다. (그는 아버지에게 순종했다. / 그녀는 법을 준수해야 한다.)
आज्ञा पालन करना
B1복종하다