बड़े पैमाने पर
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- Means 'on a large scale' or 'extensively'.
- Used in formal contexts like news and business.
- Requires the oblique case: 'बड़े' and 'पैमाने'.
- Describes the scope of events, not just quantity.
The Hindi phrase बड़े पैमाने पर (baṛe paimāne par) is a sophisticated adverbial expression that translates literally to 'on a large scale.' It is composed of three distinct parts: 'बड़े' (baṛe), the oblique form of 'बड़ा' (baṛā) meaning large or big; 'पैमाने' (paimāne), the oblique form of 'पैमाना' (paimānā) meaning scale, measure, or yardstick; and the postposition 'पर' (par) meaning 'on' or 'at.' Together, they form a powerhouse phrase used to describe actions, events, or phenomena that occur extensively, massively, or with a high degree of intensity across a wide area or population.
- Literal Translation
- On a big scale / On a large measure.
- Functional Usage
- Used primarily in formal, journalistic, and academic contexts to denote magnitude.
In everyday Hindi, you might use 'बहुत' (bahut) for 'a lot,' but when you want to convey the systematic or widespread nature of something, बड़े पैमाने पर is the preferred choice. For instance, if a company is hiring two people, you use 'bahut.' If they are launching a nationwide recruitment drive for thousands, you use बड़े पैमाने पर. This phrase elevates the register of your speech, making you sound more like a native speaker who understands the nuances of administrative and social discourse.
सरकार ने बड़े पैमाने पर वृक्षारोपण अभियान शुरू किया है। (The government has started a tree plantation campaign on a large scale.)
The term 'paimānā' itself has an interesting history, rooted in Persian, where it refers to a cup or a measure. In Hindi poetry, it often refers to a wine cup, but in modern prose, it has shifted almost entirely to the conceptual 'scale' of measurement. When we say 'baṛe paimāne par,' we are essentially saying that the 'measure' of the event exceeds the standard or local limits.
इस साल बड़े पैमाने पर खेती में बदलाव आए हैं। (This year, changes in farming have occurred on a large scale.)
This phrase is indispensable for discussing global issues. Whether you are talking about climate change, economic shifts, or pandemic responses, the scale of the impact is almost always described using this expression. It suggests not just quantity, but a structural or geographical breadth that 'bahut' or 'zyādā' simply cannot capture.
डिजिटल क्रांति बड़े पैमाने पर समाज को बदल रही है। (The digital revolution is changing society on a large scale.)
- Register
- Formal / Semi-formal.
Finally, notice how it functions as an adverbial phrase. It usually sits before the verb or the object it modifies. It provides a sense of gravity to the sentence. In a news broadcast, you will hear it used to describe protests, industrial production, or natural disasters. It is the go-to phrase for 'mass' or 'widespread' occurrences.
युद्ध के कारण बड़े पैमाने पर पलायन हुआ। (There was a large-scale migration due to the war.)
Using बड़े पैमाने पर (baṛe paimāne par) correctly requires an understanding of Hindi sentence structure and the concept of 'oblique' forms. Because the phrase ends with the postposition 'पर' (par), the words 'बड़ा' (big) and 'पैमाना' (scale) must change to their oblique forms: 'बड़े' and 'पैमाने'. This is a non-negotiable rule of Hindi grammar.
- Structural Rule
- Adjective (Oblique) + Noun (Oblique) + Postposition.
The phrase typically acts as an adverbial modifier. It tells us *how* or *to what extent* a verb is happening. For example, in the sentence 'They are producing cars,' adding our phrase turns it into 'They are producing cars on a large scale.' In Hindi: 'वे बड़े पैमाने पर कारों का उत्पादन कर रहे हैं।'
यहाँ बड़े पैमाने पर निर्माण कार्य चल रहा है। (Construction work is going on here on a large scale.)
You can also use it to modify adjectives that describe a state. If you say a region is 'affected' (प्रभावित - prabhāvit), you can specify that it is 'extensively affected' by saying 'बड़े पैमाने पर प्रभावित' (baṛe paimāne par prabhāvit). This is common in disaster reporting or economic analysis.
Consider the difference between intensity and scale. 'बहुत' (bahut) often refers to intensity (very/much), whereas 'बड़े पैमाने पर' refers to the breadth or scope. If it rains 'very much,' use 'bahut.' If it rains across the entire country, affecting millions, use 'बड़े पैमाने पर.' This distinction is key for B2 level learners.
कंपनी ने बड़े पैमाने पर छंटनी की घोषणा की। (The company announced large-scale layoffs.)
In complex sentences, you might see it paired with 'होने वाला' (happening) to form an adjectival phrase. For example: 'बड़े पैमाने पर होने वाला भ्रष्टाचार' (corruption occurring on a large scale). Here, the entire phrase acts as a descriptor for the noun 'corruption.'
- Common Verbs Paired
- होना (to happen), करना (to do), उत्पादन करना (to produce), विरोध करना (to protest), आयोजन करना (to organize).
When describing historical events, this phrase is a staple. 'बड़े पैमाने पर हिंसा' (large-scale violence) or 'बड़े पैमाने पर सुधार' (large-scale reforms) are common collocations. It provides the necessary weight to the historical narrative, indicating that the event wasn't just local but had a wide reach.
19वीं सदी में बड़े पैमाने पर औद्योगिकीकरण हुआ। (Large-scale industrialization occurred in the 19th century.)
If you turn on a Hindi news channel like NDTV India or Aaj Tak, you are almost guaranteed to hear बड़े पैमाने पर (baṛe paimāne par) within the first ten minutes. It is the bread and butter of journalism. News anchors use it to describe everything from election turnout to police crackdowns and environmental crises.
- Context: News
- Used for reporting events with significant impact or numbers.
In a business setting, during a board meeting or a strategy presentation, executives will use this phrase to discuss market expansion or production goals. It sounds professional and ambitious. Instead of saying 'We want to sell more,' a CEO would say 'We want to expand our operations on a large scale.'
अगले साल हम बड़े पैमाने पर नए उत्पाद लॉन्च करेंगे। (Next year we will launch new products on a large scale.)
Education and social work are other areas where this phrase is frequent. You’ll hear about 'बड़े पैमाने पर साक्षरता अभियान' (large-scale literacy campaigns) or 'बड़े पैमाने पर टीकाकरण' (large-scale vaccination). Here, it carries a sense of social responsibility and collective effort.
In literature and documentaries, this phrase is used to set the scene for epic events. A narrator might describe a migration or a change in the landscape using this phrase to evoke a sense of awe or gravity. It moves the narrative from the personal to the societal.
इतिहास में ऐसे बदलाव बड़े पैमाने पर कम ही देखे गए हैं। (Such changes have rarely been seen on a large scale in history.)
Social media and blogs also utilize this phrase, especially when discussing viral trends or widespread public opinions. If a hashtag goes viral across India, a blogger might write that the movement is spreading बड़े पैमाने पर. It validates the importance of the trend by giving it a measurable scope.
- Context: Social Issues
- Commonly used in discussions about poverty, health, and environment.
Even in casual conversation, if a friend is describing a massive party or a huge wedding, they might use it slightly hyperbolically. 'वहाँ बड़े पैमाने पर खाने का इंतज़ाम था' (There were food arrangements on a large scale). While technically formal, its use in casual speech adds a touch of emphasis and descriptive flair.
शादी में बड़े पैमाने पर मेहमान आए थे। (Guests had come on a large scale/in huge numbers at the wedding.)
One of the most frequent errors learners make with बड़े पैमाने पर (baṛe paimāne par) is failing to use the oblique case. Because of the postposition 'पर', both 'बड़ा' and 'पैमाना' must change. Beginners often mistakenly say 'बड़ा पैमाना पर' or 'बड़े पैमाना पर'. Always remember: बड़े + पैमाने + पर is the fixed triplet.
- Mistake #1
- Using 'बड़ा' instead of 'बड़े'. Correct: बड़े पैमाने पर.
Another mistake is confusing 'scale' with 'quantity' in contexts where it doesn't fit. You wouldn't say 'I have books on a large scale' (मेरे पास बड़े पैमाने पर किताबें हैं) unless you were running a massive library or a distribution center. For personal quantities, stick to 'बहुत' (bahut) or 'ढेर सारी' (ḍher sārī). Use बड़े पैमाने पर for systemic, industrial, or societal contexts.
Incorrect: मुझे बड़े पैमाने पर भूख लगी है। (I am hungry on a large scale - Sounds very strange.)
Learners also sometimes confuse it with 'मुख्य रूप से' (mukhya rūp se - mainly) or 'खासकर' (khāskar - especially). While something happening on a large scale might be the main event, the phrase specifically describes the *extent* of the action, not its importance or specificity. Ensure you are describing the 'how much/how wide' and not the 'who/what specifically.'
There is also a tendency to overuse it in informal speech where simpler words would suffice. While it's not grammatically 'wrong' to use it informally, it can make you sound like a news reporter in a casual conversation with friends, which might come off as stiff or overly dramatic.
Incorrect: उसने बड़े पैमाने पर चाय पी। (He drank tea on a large scale - Use 'बहुत सारी' instead.)
- Mistake #2
- Using it for physical size (like a big building) instead of the scope of an activity.
Lastly, be careful with the word 'पैमाना' (paimānā) itself. In some contexts, it can mean 'peg' (as in a measure of alcohol). While 'बड़े पैमाने पर' is a fixed idiom, using 'paimānā' alone in a sentence might lead to unintended meanings if the context isn't clear. Stick to the full phrase for the adverbial meaning.
While बड़े पैमाने पर (baṛe paimāne par) is a versatile and common phrase, Hindi offers several synonyms and alternatives depending on the register and the specific nuance you want to convey. Understanding these will help you fine-tune your expression.
- व्यापक रूप से (vyāpak rūp se)
- Means 'extensively' or 'widely.' It is very similar but focuses more on the 'spread' rather than the 'measure.' Used often for public opinion or widespread diseases.
Another high-level alternative is विस्तृत रूप से (vistṛit rūp se). This translates to 'comprehensively' or 'in detail.' While 'baṛe paimāne par' talks about the size of the operation, 'vistṛit rūp se' often refers to the depth or detail of information or a physical area being covered.
Comparison: व्यापक रूप से (Widely) vs बड़े पैमाने पर (Large scale).
For a more poetic or literary feel, you might encounter अत्यधिक (atyadhik), which simply means 'excessively' or 'to a great extent.' It doesn't carry the 'scale' metaphor but conveys the same sense of magnitude. In everyday speech, as mentioned before, बहुत ज़्यादा (bahut zyādā) is the most common substitute, though it lacks the formal 'scale' nuance.
If you are talking about something being 'enormous' or 'gigantic' in terms of physical size, you should use विशाल (vishāl) or भीषण (bhīshaṇ). 'Bhīshaṇ' is often used for negative things like 'bhīshaṇ garmī' (extreme heat) or 'bhīshaṇ durghaṭnā' (a massive accident).
- Comparison Table
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- बड़े पैमाने पर: Quantitative scale (Business, News).
- व्यापक रूप से: Qualitative spread (Ideas, Diseases).
- भारी मात्रा में: Large quantity (Materials, Rain).
- अंधाधुंध: Indiscriminately/On a massive scale (often negative, like 'indiscriminate firing').
शहर में भारी मात्रा में कचरा जमा हो गया है। (Garbage has accumulated in large quantities in the city.)
Lastly, in legal or bureaucratic Hindi, you might see वृहद (vṛihad) used as a prefix, as in 'vṛihad pariyojanā' (a large-scale project). This is very formal and mostly found in written documents. For your speaking and general writing, बड़े पैमाने पर remains the most balanced and useful option.
How Formal Is It?
재미있는 사실
In Urdu and Hindi poetry, 'paimānā' often refers to a wine goblet, symbolizing the 'measure' of one's intoxication or love. In modern Hindi, however, it has become the standard word for 'scale' in technical and news contexts.
발음 가이드
- Pronouncing 'paimāne' as 'pay-man'. It must have the 'e' sound at the end.
- Using a standard English 'd' for the retroflex 'ṛ' in 'baṛe'.
- Confusing 'paimāne' (scale) with 'paimāna' (singular scale) when used with 'par'.
수준별 예문
शहर में बड़े पैमाने पर काम हो रहा है।
Work is happening on a large scale in the city.
A1 learners should focus on the meaning of 'big work'.
बड़े पैमाने पर लोग आए।
People came on a large scale.
Simple subject + adverb + verb.
यह बड़े पैमाने पर होता है।
This happens on a large scale.
Using 'hota hai' for habitual actions.
वहाँ बड़े पैमाने पर पेड़ हैं।
There are trees on a large scale (many trees).
Using it to describe quantity.
बड़े पैमाने पर सफाई करो।
Clean on a large scale.
Imperative sentence.
क्या यह बड़े पैमाने पर है?
Is this on a large scale?
Question form.
बड़े पैमाने पर खाना बना है।
Food is cooked on a large scale.
Passive sense.
हमें बड़े पैमाने पर मदद चाहिए।
We need help on a large scale.
Expressing need.
गाँव में बड़े पैमाने पर खेती होती है।
Large-scale farming happens in the village.
Note the oblique 'paimāne'.
सरकार बड़े पैमाने पर घर बना रही है।
The government is building houses on a large scale.
Present continuous tense.
आजकल बड़े पैमाने पर प्रदूषण है।
Nowadays there is pollution on a large scale.
Describing a state.
उन्होंने बड़े पैमाने पर पार्टी दी।
They threw a party on a large scale.
Past tense with 'ne'.
बड़े पैमाने पर व्यापार करना मुश्किल है।
It is difficult to do business on a large scale.
Infinitive as subject.
बड़े पैमाने पर बदलाव जरूरी हैं।
Changes on a large scale are necessary.
Plural agreement with 'zaroori hain'.
नदी में बड़े पैमाने पर मछली है।
There are fish on a large scale in the river.
Locative 'mein' + 'par'.
बड़े पैमाने पर खेल प्रतियोगिता हुई।
A sports competition was held on a large scale.
Noun phrase + verb.
इस योजना को बड़े पैमाने पर लागू किया जाएगा।
This plan will be implemented on a large scale.
Future passive construction.
बाढ़ ने बड़े पैमाने पर तबाही मचाई।
The flood caused destruction on a large scale.
Abstract noun 'tabahi'.
बड़े पैमाने पर निवेश की आवश्यकता है।
Investment on a large scale is needed.
Formal noun 'nivesh'.
शिक्षण संस्थानों में बड़े पैमाने पर सुधार हुए हैं।
Large-scale reforms have occurred in educational institutions.
Plural oblique 'sansthanon'.
कंपनी बड़े पैमाने पर भर्ती कर रही है।
The company is recruiting on a large scale.
Business context.
बड़े पैमाने पर विरोध प्रदर्शन हुए।
Protest demonstrations happened on a large scale.
Social context.
इंटरनेट का उपयोग बड़े पैमाने पर बढ़ गया है।
The use of internet has increased on a large scale.
Describing a trend.
उन्होंने बड़े पैमाने पर दान दिया।
They gave donations on a large scale.
Moral context.
औद्योगिकीकरण के कारण बड़े पैमाने पर शहरीकरण हुआ।
Industrialization led to large-scale urbanization.
Cause and effect with 'ke kaaran'.
वैज्ञानिकों ने बड़े पैमाने पर शोध किया है।
Scientists have conducted research on a large scale.
Academic context.
बड़े पैमाने पर भ्रष्टाचार विकास में बाधा है।
Large-scale corruption is a hurdle in development.
Abstract social critique.
डिजिटल इंडिया अभियान को बड़े पैमाने पर सफलता मिली।
The Digital India campaign achieved success on a large scale.
Political/National context.
बड़े पैमाने पर वनों की कटाई चिंता का विषय है।
Large-scale deforestation is a matter of concern.
Environmental context.
इस फिल्म का बड़े पैमाने पर प्रचार किया गया।
This film was promoted on a large scale.
Marketing context.
बड़े पैमाने पर होने वाले प्रवास के कई कारण हैं।
There are many reasons for the migration occurring on a large scale.
Complex participial phrase 'hone vaale'.
चुनावों के दौरान बड़े पैमाने पर सुरक्षा बल तैनात किए गए।
Security forces were deployed on a large scale during elections.
Administrative context.
बड़े पैमाने पर आर्थिक मंदी ने वैश्विक बाज़ारों को हिला दिया।
A large-scale economic recession shook the global markets.
Macro-economic terminology.
सांस्कृतिक आदान-प्रदान बड़े पैमाने पर हो रहा है।
Cultural exchange is happening on a large scale.
Sociological context.
बड़े पैमाने पर बुनियादी ढांचे का विकास आवश्यक है।
Large-scale infrastructure development is essential.
Policy-oriented language.
इस महामारी ने बड़े पैमाने पर जनजीवन को प्रभावित किया।
This pandemic affected public life on a large scale.
Health/Crisis context.
बड़े पैमाने पर डेटा का विश्लेषण करना चुनौतीपूर्ण है।
Analyzing data on a large scale is challenging.
Technical context.
बड़े पैमाने पर मानवाधिकारों का उल्लंघन निंदनीय है।
Large-scale violation of human rights is condemnable.
Legal/Ethical context.
बड़े पैमाने पर नवाचार ही प्रगति का मार्ग है।
Innovation on a large scale is the path to progress.
Philosophical/Business context.
बड़े पैमाने पर कृषि विविधीकरण की आवश्यकता है।
There is a need for large-scale agricultural diversification.
Scientific/Agricultural context.
बड़े पैमाने पर होने वाले भू-राजनीतिक परिवर्तनों को समझना अनिवार्य है।
It is imperative to understand the geopolitical changes occurring on a large scale.
High-level political science terminology.
बड़े पैमाने पर सामाजिक असमानता लोकतंत्र के लिए खतरा है।
Large-scale social inequality is a threat to democracy.
Political philosophy context.
बड़े पैमाने पर किए गए अनुवांशिक प्रयोगों के नैतिक परिणाम होते हैं।
Genetic experiments conducted on a large scale have ethical consequences.
Bioethics context.
बड़े पैमाने पर शहरी नियोजन में पारिस्थितिक संतुलन का ध्यान रखना चाहिए।
Ecological balance must be considered in large-scale urban planning.
Environmental engineering context.
बड़े पैमाने पर होने वाले साइबर हमलों ने सुरक्षा प्रणालियों की कमजोरी उजागर की।
Cyber attacks occurring on a large scale exposed the weaknesses of security systems.
Cybersecurity context.
बड़े पैमाने पर भाषाई विविधता का संरक्षण एक बड़ी चुनौती है।
Preserving linguistic diversity on a large scale is a major challenge.
Linguistic/Cultural context.
बड़े पैमाने पर ऐतिहासिक दस्तावेजों का डिजिटलीकरण किया जा रहा है।
Historical documents are being digitized on a large scale.
Archival/Digital Humanities context.
बड़े पैमाने पर होने वाली खगोलीय घटनाओं का अध्ययन जटिल है।
Studying astronomical events occurring on a large scale is complex.
Astrophysics context.
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반의어
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— To affect on a large scale.
महंगाई ने सबको बड़े पैमाने पर प्रभावित किया।
— To participate in large numbers.
लोग आंदोलन में बड़े पैमाने पर शामिल हुए।
— Waste or destruction on a large scale.
युद्ध में बड़े पैमाने पर बर्बादी हुई।
관용어 및 표현
— Literally 'the cup overflows'; means patience has run out.
अब मेरा सब्र का पैमाना छलक गया है।
Literary— To set new standards or benchmarks.
उसने सफलता के नए पैमाने तय किए हैं।
Formal— To judge everyone by the same yardstick (often unfairly).
सबको एक ही पैमाने से नापना गलत है।
Neutral— To change the criteria or standards.
वक्त के साथ मूल्यांकन का पैमाना बदल गया है।
Formal— Economies of scale.
बड़े पैमाने की अर्थव्यवस्था से लागत कम होती है।
Academic— To be a measure or indicator of something.
जीडीपी विकास का एकमात्र पैमाना नहीं है।
Academic— On a gargantuan scale (more intense than 'bade').
विशाल पैमाने पर युद्ध की तैयारी हुई।
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기억법
Think of a 'Big (Bade) Pyramid (Paimāne) on (Par)' a map. A pyramid is a large-scale structure.
시각적 연상
Imagine a giant ruler (scale) stretching across a whole country map. That is 'baṛe paimāne par'.
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챌린지
Try to write three sentences about a global problem (like climate change) using 'baṛe paimāne par' in each sentence.
어원
The phrase is a hybrid of Indo-Aryan and Persian roots. 'Baṛā' comes from Sanskrit 'vṛiddha' (increased/large). 'Paimānā' is borrowed from Persian 'paymāna', which means a measure or a cup.
원래 의미: Originally, it likely referred to physical measurements or containers used in trade and poetry.
Indo-Aryan / Indo-Iranian.문화적 맥락
No specific sensitivities, but using it for trivial personal things can sound sarcastic or overly formal.
Equivalent to 'on a large scale' or 'on a massive scale'. It is used more frequently in Hindi news than its equivalent might be used in casual English conversation.
Summary
The phrase 'बड़े पैमाने पर' (baṛe paimāne par) is essential for describing widespread actions or systematic events. For example: 'बड़े पैमाने पर सुधार' (large-scale reforms). It elevates your Hindi from basic to professional/journalistic levels.
- Means 'on a large scale' or 'extensively'.
- Used in formal contexts like news and business.
- Requires the oblique case: 'बड़े' and 'पैमाने'.
- Describes the scope of events, not just quantity.
관련 콘텐츠
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आच्छादित करना
B2덮다; 무언가의 위나 주위로 퍼지다.
आघात करना
B2강하게 치다 또는 타격을 가하다.
आहार श्रृंखला
B2Food chain; a hierarchical series of organisms each dependent on the next as a source of food.
आहिस्ता
B2At a slow pace or speed; slowly.
आकस्मिक रूप से
B2우연히 또는 의도치 않게; 갑자기 또는 돌발적으로.
आकाश
A1하늘
आकाशगंगा
B2중력에 의해 결합된 수백만 또는 수십억 개의 별, 가스, 먼지로 이루어진 체계; 은하.
आकाशगंगा का
B2Relating to a galaxy or galaxies; galactic.
आकाशीय
B2하늘이나 우주와 관련된; 천체의.
आकाशीय बिजली
B2보통 뇌우 중에 하늘에서 발생하는 번개.