प्रीति
प्रीति 30초 만에
- Priti is a formal Hindi noun meaning affection or joyful love.
- It is feminine in gender and derived from Sanskrit roots.
- Commonly found in names, literature, and the term 'Priti-bhoj' (feast).
- It differs from 'Pyar' by being more dignified and less casual.
The Hindi word प्रीति (Prīti) is a sophisticated and evocative term that translates primarily to 'affection,' 'love,' or 'fondness.' While the word 'Prem' is the most common translation for love in Hindi, Prīti carries a more formal, literary, and often spiritual or aesthetic connotation. It describes a deep-seated feeling of pleasure or joy derived from an object, a person, or an idea. In the CEFR A2 context, learners should recognize it as a noun used to describe positive emotional bonds that are slightly more elevated than simple 'liking' but perhaps less intense or romantic than 'Ishq' or 'Pyar.'
- Grammatical Category
- Feminine Noun (स्त्रीलिंग). It follows the declension patterns of i-ending feminine nouns in Hindi.
- Register
- Formal and Literary. You will find it in classical poetry, formal speeches, and traditional literature rather than in street-slang.
- Etymological Root
- Derived from the Sanskrit root 'प्रि' (Pri), meaning to please, satisfy, or delight.
उनकी बातों में सबके लिए प्रीति झलकती है। (Affection for everyone is reflected in their words.)
Historically, Prīti has been used to describe the 'pleasure' one takes in virtue or the 'affection' between a teacher and a student. In modern contexts, it is often seen in compound words like प्रीति-भोज (Prīti-bhoj), which refers to a reception or a feast given to celebrate an occasion, usually a wedding, symbolizing the joy and affection shared among guests. Understanding this word helps a learner move beyond basic emotional vocabulary into the realm of 'Shuddh' (pure) Hindi, which is essential for reading classic Indian literature or understanding formal news broadcasts.
सच्ची प्रीति निस्वार्थ होती है। (True affection is selfless.)
- Synonym Comparison
- Unlike 'Moh' (attachment/delusion), Prīti is generally seen as a positive, constructive affection. Unlike 'Prem' (general love), Prīti suggests a refined, pleasant quality.
In daily life, while you might not say 'Mujhe tumse prīti hai' to a friend (which would sound very old-fashioned), you will definitely encounter it in formal settings. For instance, a host might say, 'Aapki prīti ke liye dhanyavad' (Thank you for your affection/kindness). It is also a very popular female name in India, symbolizing a person who is lovable or full of affection. When you hear the name 'Preeti,' you are hearing this exact concept of formal, joyful love.
Using प्रीति (Prīti) correctly requires an understanding of its noun status and its feminine gender. Since it is a noun, it often functions as the subject or object of a sentence, or it is linked with possessive pronouns like meri, hamari, unki (my, our, their).
- Possessive Usage
- Because it is feminine, you use 'ki' or 'meri'. Example: 'Ram ki prīti' (Ram's affection).
मेरी ईश्वर के प्रति प्रीति अटूट है। (My affection/devotion towards God is unbreakable.)
One of the most common ways to use Prīti is with the postposition ke prati (towards). This helps specify who or what the affection is directed at. For example, 'desh ke prati prīti' (affection/patriotism towards the country). It is also frequently paired with verbs like 'hona' (to be) or 'badhna' (to increase).
दोनों मित्रों के बीच प्रीति बढ़ गई। (The affection between the two friends increased.)
In literary Hindi, you might see the construction prīti-purvak (with affection/affectionately). This functions as an adverb. For example, 'Unhone prīti-purvak swagat kiya' (They welcomed [us] affectionately). This adds a layer of grace and formality to your description of actions. At the A2 level, focusing on the simple 'X ki Y ke prati prīti' structure is the most effective way to incorporate this word into your vocabulary.
- Common Verb Pairings
- Prīti jatana (to express affection), Prīti nibhana (to maintain affection/love), Prīti hona (to have affection).
While प्रीति (Prīti) might not be the word you hear at a chaotic vegetable market, it is omnipresent in specific cultural spheres of India. If you attend an Indian wedding, look at the invitation card. You will almost certainly see the term Prīti-Bhoj. This is the formal term for the wedding banquet or reception. It literally means 'a meal of love/affection,' signifying that the food is served with joy to celebrate the new bond.
आप हमारे प्रीति-भोज में सादर आमंत्रित हैं। (You are cordially invited to our wedding feast.)
In the world of Bollywood and classical music, Prīti is a staple in lyrics. It is used to denote a pure, often painful or longing type of love. Songs from the golden era of Indian cinema (1950s-70s) frequently used Prīti to rhyme with words like 'Reeti' (tradition) or 'Meeti' (sweet). If you listen to Bhajans (devotional songs), Prīti describes the devotee's relationship with the divine.
Furthermore, in formal Hindi news or literature, when discussing diplomatic relations between two countries, a journalist might use the term Prīti-purna sambandh (affectionate/cordial relations). This elevates the tone from simple 'dosti' (friendship) to something more established and respectful. You will also hear it as a name; 'Preeti' is one of the most common names for women in North India, cutting across various communities.
- Modern Media
- In historical dramas (like 'Jodha Akbar' or 'Ramayan'), characters use 'Prīti' to maintain the period-appropriate formal register of speech.
One of the most frequent errors for English speakers is treating प्रीति (Prīti) as a verb. In English, 'love' can be both a noun and a verb ('I love you' vs. 'Love is kind'). In Hindi, Prīti is strictly a noun. You cannot say 'Main tumse prīti hoon.' Instead, you must use a helper verb: 'Mujhe tumse prīti hai' (I have affection for you).
Incorrect: मैं तुमसे प्रीति करता हूँ। (Sounds unnatural/stilted)
Correct: मेरे मन में तुम्हारे लिए प्रीति है। (There is affection for you in my heart.)
Another mistake involves the gender of the word. Since Prīti ends in a long 'i' (ी), it is feminine. Beginners often mistakenly use masculine adjectives or possessives with it. For example, saying 'Mera prīti' instead of 'Meri prīti'. Remembering the gender is crucial for correct sentence construction, especially when using 'ki' vs 'ka'.
Lastly, learners often overuse Prīti in casual conversations. If you are telling a friend you like their new shoes, using Prīti would be extremely weird and overly dramatic. Stick to 'Pasand' (like) for objects and casual preferences. Reserve Prīti for describing deep bonds, formal settings, or literary contexts. Using a formal word in an informal setting can make you sound like a textbook rather than a natural speaker.
- Register Mismatch
- Mistake: Using 'Prīti' in a WhatsApp chat with a peer. Better: Use 'Pyar' or 'Prem'.
Hindi has a rich vocabulary for 'love' and 'affection,' and knowing when to use प्रीति (Prīti) versus its synonyms is key to fluency. Here is a comparison of common alternatives:
- प्रेम (Prem)
- The most standard word for love. It is broad and can be used for family, partners, or God. It is less formal than Prīti but more formal than Pyar.
- स्नेह (Sneha)
- Specifically refers to the affection shown by an elder to a younger person (like a parent to a child). It has a 'nurturing' quality.
- प्यार (Pyar)
- The most common, everyday word for love. Used in movies, songs, and daily talk. It can be romantic or platonic.
- अनुराग (Anurag)
- A very high-literary term meaning 'attachment' or 'devotion,' often used in poetry to describe romantic longing.
माँ का स्नेह और मित्रों की प्रीति जीवन को सुंदर बनाते हैं। (A mother's tender affection and friends' formal love make life beautiful.)
When choosing between these, consider the 'warmth' and 'formality.' Prīti is 'cool and formal'—it implies a pleasant, respectful connection. Sneha is 'warm and protective.' Prem is 'universal.' If you are writing a formal letter or an invitation, Prīti is your best choice. If you are talking to a spouse, Pyar or Prem is more appropriate.
How Formal Is It?
재미있는 사실
The root 'Pri' is also related to the English word 'Friend' and the German 'Freund' through Proto-Indo-European *priH- (to love, to please).
발음 가이드
- Pronouncing the 't' as an English alveolar 't' (like in 'tea') instead of a soft Hindi dental 't'.
- Aspirating the 'P' (adding a puff of air).
- Shortening the first 'ee' sound too much.
- Pronouncing the 'r' too harshly like an American 'r'.
- Confusing it with 'Priti' (short i) vs 'Preeti' (long i) in writing, though pronunciation is similar.
난이도
Easy to read but requires knowledge of the 'tra' conjunct and long 'i'.
The spelling 'P-R-I-T-I' with the conjunct 'pra' can be tricky for beginners.
Pronunciation is straightforward once the dental 't' is mastered.
Must distinguish from 'Pratīti' or names like 'Priti'.
다음에 무엇을 배울까
선수 학습
다음에 배울 것
고급
알아야 할 문법
Feminine Noun Agreement
मेरी (feminine) प्रीति (feminine) बढ़ गई।
Postposition 'Ke Prati'
देश के प्रति प्रीति।
Compound Noun Formation
देश + प्रीति = देश-प्रीति।
Adverbial Suffix '-purvak'
प्रीति + पूर्वक = प्रीतिपूर्वक।
Direct vs Indirect Object
मुझे (indirect) संगीत से प्रीति (direct) है।
수준별 예문
प्रीति एक अच्छा नाम है।
Priti is a good name.
'Priti' here functions as a proper noun.
मेरी सहेली का नाम प्रीति है।
My friend's name is Priti.
Shows the use of 'ka' with a feminine name.
प्रीति का अर्थ प्यार है।
The meaning of Priti is love.
Simple definition sentence.
वह प्रीति से बात करती है।
She talks to Priti.
Using the name as an object.
प्रीति खुश है।
Priti is happy.
Basic subject-adjective-verb structure.
यह प्रीति की किताब है।
This is Priti's book.
Possessive 'ki' because 'kitab' is feminine.
प्रीति यहाँ आओ।
Priti, come here.
Imperative sentence.
नमस्ते प्रीति जी।
Hello, Priti ji.
Using 'ji' for respect.
मुझे संगीत से प्रीति है।
I have an affection for music.
Use of 'se' with 'priti' to show fondness.
शादी का प्रीति-भोज बहुत बढ़िया था।
The wedding feast was very good.
Compound word 'Priti-bhoj'.
उन दोनों में बहुत प्रीति है।
There is a lot of affection between them.
Using 'mein' to show a state of relationship.
गुरु के प्रति प्रीति रखें।
Keep affection towards the teacher.
'Ke prati' indicates the direction of affection.
आपकी प्रीति के लिए धन्यवाद।
Thank you for your affection/kindness.
Formal expression of gratitude.
बचपन की प्रीति भुलाई नहीं जाती।
Childhood affection/love is not forgotten.
Passive construction 'bhulai nahi jati'.
प्रीति बढ़ाना अच्छी बात है।
Increasing affection is a good thing.
Infinitival noun 'badhana'.
वह प्रीति-पूर्वक बोली।
She spoke affectionately.
Adverbial form 'priti-purvak'.
सच्ची प्रीति स्वार्थ से परे होती है।
True affection is beyond selfishness.
Abstract concept usage.
उसके हृदय में सबके लिए प्रीति है।
There is affection for everyone in his heart.
Formal 'hridaya' (heart) used with 'priti'.
साहित्य के प्रति मेरी प्रीति बढ़ती गई।
My fondness for literature kept increasing.
Progressive aspect 'badhti gayi'.
प्रीति-भोज में कई मेहमान आए।
Many guests came to the reception.
Locative case with 'mein'.
ईश्वर से प्रीति जोड़ना ही धर्म है।
To connect with God through affection is religion.
Metaphorical use of 'jodna'.
उनकी बातों में एक अजीब सी प्रीति थी।
There was a strange kind of affection in his words.
Use of 'si' as a qualifier.
बिना प्रीति के जीवन सूना है।
Life is empty without affection.
'Bina... ke' construction.
प्रकृति से प्रीति करना सीखें।
Learn to love nature.
Compound verb 'priti karna' (though literary).
कवि ने प्रकृति की प्रीति का वर्णन किया है।
The poet has described the affection for nature.
Genitive 'ki' linking two nouns.
प्रीति और मोह में अंतर समझना आवश्यक है।
It is necessary to understand the difference between affection and attachment.
Comparative structure.
देश-प्रीति की भावना सर्वोपरि है।
The feeling of patriotism (country-love) is supreme.
Compound noun 'Desh-priti'.
उसने प्रीति-भोज का निमंत्रण स्वीकार कर लिया।
He accepted the invitation to the reception.
Complex object phrase.
लोक-प्रीति प्राप्त करना कठिन है।
It is difficult to gain the affection of the people.
Formal term 'Lok-priti' (public affection).
प्रीति का धागा बहुत नाजुक होता है।
The thread of affection is very delicate.
Metaphorical usage.
मीरा की कृष्ण के प्रति प्रीति अटूट थी।
Meera's affection for Krishna was unbreakable.
Historical/Religious reference.
बिना स्वार्थ के प्रीति निभाना ही मानवता है।
Maintaining affection without selfishness is humanity.
Gerundial subject 'nibhana'.
भक्ति काल के कवियों ने प्रीति को ही ईश्वर प्राप्ति का मार्ग बताया।
Poets of the Bhakti period described affection as the path to reaching God.
Historical literary context.
उनके व्यवहार में शिष्टाचार और प्रीति का संगम था।
In his behavior, there was a confluence of etiquette and affection.
Abstract noun pairing.
प्रीति-विहीन व्यक्ति का हृदय पाषाण के समान है।
The heart of a person devoid of affection is like a stone.
Sanskritized compound 'Priti-vihin'.
उसने अपनी रचनाओं में मानवीय प्रीति के विविध आयामों को छुआ है।
In his works, he has touched upon the various dimensions of human affection.
Complex academic sentence.
राजनीतिक संबंधों में प्रीति से अधिक कूटनीति का महत्व होता है।
In political relations, diplomacy is more important than affection.
Comparative formal context.
प्रीति का उदय होते ही द्वेष का नाश हो जाता है।
As soon as affection arises, hatred is destroyed.
Causal relationship structure.
उसकी आँखों में एक निश्चल प्रीति झलक रही थी।
A pure/steady affection was reflecting in her eyes.
Adjective 'nishchal' modifying 'priti'.
प्रीति-भोज के आयोजन ने संबंधों में नई मिठास भर दी।
The organization of the reception filled the relations with new sweetness.
Active voice with abstract result.
उपनिषदों में 'आत्मानस्तु कामाय सर्वं प्रियं भवति' के माध्यम से प्रीति के दार्शनिक पक्ष को उजागर किया गया है।
In the Upanishads, the philosophical side of affection is highlighted through [this Sanskrit quote].
Philosophical/Scriptural analysis.
प्रीति की पराकाष्ठा ही भक्ति है, जहाँ भक्त और भगवान एकाकार हो जाते हैं।
The pinnacle of affection is devotion, where the devotee and God become one.
High-level spiritual vocabulary.
आधुनिक युग की विसंगतियों ने मानवीय प्रीति के मूल स्वरूप को विकृत कर दिया है।
The anomalies of the modern era have distorted the original form of human affection.
Sociological critique.
प्रीति-तत्व की मीमांसा करते हुए विद्वानों ने इसे ब्रह्मानंद सहोदर माना है।
While analyzing the element of affection, scholars have considered it akin to divine bliss.
Scholarly/Academic register.
साहित्यिक विमर्श में प्रीति को केवल एक भाव नहीं, अपितु एक जीवन-दर्शन के रूप में देखा जाता है।
In literary discourse, affection is seen not just as an emotion, but as a philosophy of life.
Formal discourse markers.
रीतिबद्ध काव्य में प्रीति के शृंगारिक वर्णन की प्रधानता रही है।
In traditional stylized poetry, the erotic description of affection has been predominant.
Literary history terminology.
प्रीति की सूक्ष्म तरंगें समस्त जड़-चेतन जगत को जोड़े हुए हैं।
The subtle waves of affection link the entire animate and inanimate world.
Metaphysical description.
उसकी लेखनी से निःसृत प्रीति-गीत आज भी जन-जन के कंठ में बसे हैं।
The songs of affection emanating from his pen still reside in the throats (voices) of the masses.
Poetic/Elevated phrasing.
자주 쓰는 조합
자주 쓰는 구문
— The thread of affection. Used to describe the emotional bond between people.
प्रीति की डोर बहुत नाजुक होती है।
— To love or show affection. Used in formal or poetic contexts.
सज्जनों से प्रीति करना सुखद है।
— To maintain or stay true to one's affection/love.
रिश्तों में प्रीति निभाना ज़रूरी है।
자주 혼동되는 단어
Means 'perception' or 'realization'. Sounds similar but unrelated.
Means 'custom' or 'method'. Often rhymes with Priti.
Means 'progress'. Both start with 'Pra'.
관용어 및 표현
— The cup of love. Often used in spiritual poetry.
उसने प्रीति का प्याला पिया है।
Poetic— To learn the lesson of love/affection.
गुरु ने उसे प्रीति का पाठ पढ़ाया।
Formal— The river of affection. Symbolizes pure, flowing love.
उसके मन में प्रीति की गंगा बहती है।
Metaphorical— The eye of affection (seeing things with love).
प्रीति की आँख से देखो तो सब सुंदर है।
Literary혼동하기 쉬운
Both mean love.
Prem is general; Priti is formal/joyful.
I love my mom (Prem). I have an affection for art (Priti).
Both mean affection.
Sneha is usually downward (elder to younger).
Teacher's sneha. Friend's priti.
Both involve attachment.
Moh is often negative/blind; Priti is positive/clear.
Moh for money. Priti for truth.
Both used in religion.
Bhakti is devotion/worship; Priti is the affection felt within that devotion.
Doing Bhakti with Priti.
Both literary.
Anurag implies intense longing; Priti is more about pleasant satisfaction.
Anurag for a lover. Priti for a guest.
문장 패턴
मुझे [Noun] से प्रीति है।
मुझे प्रकृति से प्रीति है।
X की Y के प्रति प्रीति...
राम की सीता के प्रति प्रीति...
[Noun]-प्रीति की भावना...
देश-प्रीति की भावना...
X और Y के बीच प्रीति बढ़ना।
दोनों देशों के बीच प्रीति बढ़ी।
बिना [Noun] के प्रीति...
बिना स्वार्थ के प्रीति।
प्रीति-पूर्वक [Verb]...
प्रीति-पूर्वक स्वीकार करना।
प्रीति का उदय/नाश...
प्रीति का उदय होना।
प्रीति के विविध आयाम...
प्रीति के विविध आयामों का विश्लेषण।
어휘 가족
명사
동사
형용사
관련
사용법
Common in formal/literary/religious contexts; Rare in casual slang.
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Using 'Mera Priti'.
→
Meri Priti.
Priti is a feminine noun.
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Saying 'Main tumse priti karta hoon'.
→
Mujhe tumse priti hai.
Priti is a noun, not a verb.
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Using Priti for 'liking' a movie.
→
Mujhe film pasand hai.
Priti is for deep affection, not casual liking.
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Confusing Priti with Prateeti.
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Priti (Affection) vs Prateeti (Perception).
They are different words with different meanings.
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Aspirating the 'p'.
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Priti (unaspirated).
Hindi 'p' is often softer than English 'p'.
팁
Gender Check
Always treat 'Priti' as feminine. Use 'ki' and 'sachi' with it.
Compound Words
Learn 'Priti-bhoj' as it is the most common real-world use of the word.
Names
If you meet someone named Preeti, you already know her name means 'Affection'!
Soft 'T'
Practice the dental 't' by placing your tongue against your upper teeth.
Elevate Tone
Use 'Priti' in formal speeches to sound more sophisticated.
Song Lyrics
Look for 'Priti' in old Lata Mangeshkar songs to hear perfect pronunciation.
Hyphens
Use hyphens for compounds like 'Desh-priti' for better readability.
Root Link
Connect it to 'Priya' (dear) to remember it relates to love.
Avoid Casual
Don't use it for small things like 'I love this pen'.
Poetry
Read Bhakti poetry to see the word used in its highest spiritual form.
암기하기
기억법
Think of a 'Preety' (Pretty) girl named Preeti who gives everyone 'Priti' (Affection).
시각적 연상
Imagine a warm, glowing light (affection) inside a heart-shaped lamp at a wedding feast (Priti-bhoj).
Word Web
챌린지
Try to use 'Priti-bhoj' in a sentence about your last birthday party.
어원
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'प्रीति' (Prīti).
원래 의미: Pleasure, joy, gladness, or the act of pleasing.
Indo-Aryan / Indo-European.문화적 맥락
It is a very positive word with no negative or sensitive connotations. It is safe to use in all social settings.
English speakers often use 'love' for everything (pizza, mom, God). In Hindi, 'Priti' helps you distinguish the 'refined affection' from casual 'liking'.
실생활에서 연습하기
실제 사용 상황
Weddings
- प्रीति-भोज का समय
- सादर आमंत्रित
- शुभ विवाह
- रिश्तों की प्रीति
Literature
- कवि की प्रीति
- मानवीय संवेदना
- प्रेम और प्रीति
- काव्य रस
Religion
- ईश्वर से प्रीति
- भक्ति मार्ग
- मन की शांति
- निस्वार्थ भाव
Friendship
- पुरानी प्रीति
- सच्चा मित्र
- विश्वास और प्रीति
- साथ निभाना
Patriotism
- देश-प्रीति
- मातृभूमि
- बलिदान
- गौरव
대화 시작하기
"क्या आप आज रात के प्रीति-भोज में आ रहे हैं?"
"आपकी इस विषय के प्रति प्रीति कब से है?"
"क्या आपको लगता है कि प्रीति और मोह एक ही हैं?"
"भारतीय साहित्य में प्रीति का क्या महत्व है?"
"आपके जीवन में सबसे अधिक प्रीति किससे है?"
일기 주제
आज मैंने किसके प्रति प्रीति महसूस की और क्यों?
मेरे लिए 'प्रीति-भोज' का क्या अर्थ है?
क्या प्रीति के बिना जीवन संभव है? अपने विचार लिखें।
किसी ऐसे व्यक्ति के बारे में लिखें जिससे आपकी प्रीति अटूट है।
अपने पसंदीदा शौक (hobby) के प्रति अपनी प्रीति का वर्णन करें।
자주 묻는 질문
10 질문You can, but it sounds very poetic and old-fashioned. 'Prem' or 'Pyar' is better for modern romance.
Yes, they are just different English spellings of the same Hindi word प्रीति.
It is a formal reception feast, usually after a wedding, to share joy with guests.
It is feminine. You say 'Meri priti', not 'Mera priti'.
No, that would sound too formal. Use 'Pasand' for food.
Yes, it is a 'pra' sound where the 'r' is blended with the 'p'.
Technically 'preetiyan', but it is almost never used in the plural.
It means love for one's country or patriotism.
Yes, it is a 'Tatsam' word, meaning it is taken directly from Sanskrit into Hindi.
It is written as प + र (conjunct) + ी + त + ि = प्रीति.
셀프 테스트 180 질문
Write a sentence using 'Priti' to describe your love for books.
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Translate: 'True affection is selfless.'
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Write a formal invitation sentence for a wedding feast.
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Describe the bond between two friends using 'Priti'.
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Translate: 'She spoke affectionately.'
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Use 'Desh-priti' in a sentence about a soldier.
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Write a sentence about God's affection.
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Translate: 'Life is empty without affection.'
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Write a sentence using 'Priti' as a name.
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Translate: 'The thread of affection is delicate.'
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Explain the meaning of 'Priti-bhoj' in one Hindi sentence.
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Translate: 'Maintain affection in every relationship.'
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Use 'Atut Priti' in a sentence.
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Translate: 'I have developed an affection for this place.'
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Write a poetic line about 'Priti'.
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Translate: 'Thank you for your kindness/affection.'
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Use 'Priti-vihin' in a sentence.
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Translate: 'The poet described the affection of nature.'
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Write a sentence about mutual affection between countries.
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Translate: 'One should not have attachment to worldly things.'
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Pronounce 'Priti' clearly with a dental 't'.
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Say 'I love music' using 'Priti'.
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Say 'Welcome to our wedding feast'.
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Say 'True love is selfless'.
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Pronounce 'Priti-purvak'.
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Say 'I have affection for my country'.
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Say 'His name is Preeti' (correcting gender context).
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Say 'Keep affection for all'.
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Say 'Affection is increasing'.
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Say 'The thread of love'.
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Say 'He spoke with love'.
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Say 'Thank you for the love'.
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Say 'Nature is lovable'.
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Say 'Don't break the bond'.
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Say 'Pure affection'.
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Say 'Between two friends'.
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Say 'Flower of love'.
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Say 'Path of love'.
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Say 'Ancient bond'.
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Say 'God is love'.
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Listen to the word 'Priti' in a sentence and identify if it refers to a name or a feeling.
Identify the number of times 'Priti' is said in a short poem.
Distinguish between 'Priti' and 'Prateeti' in a recording.
Listen to a wedding invitation and note the time of 'Priti-bhoj'.
Identify the tone (formal/informal) when 'Priti' is used.
Match the synonym 'Sneha' with 'Priti' in a list of words.
Identify the gender of the possessive used with 'Priti' in a sentence.
Listen to a news clip about diplomatic relations and identify 'Priti-purn'.
Listen to a Bhajan and identify the object of 'Priti'.
Identify the rhyme in a couplet ending with 'Priti'.
Listen to 'Priti-purvak' and identify the action it describes.
Listen to 'Desh-priti' and identify the topic.
Listen to 'Atut Priti' and identify the strength of the bond.
Listen to 'Priti-vihin' and identify the lack of emotion.
Listen to a story and identify the main character 'Preeti'.
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Summary
Priti is your 'go-to' word for expressing deep, respectful affection in formal Hindi. Use it to describe bonds that bring joy and satisfaction, such as 'Desh-priti' (patriotism) or 'Priti-bhoj' (a celebratory feast).
- Priti is a formal Hindi noun meaning affection or joyful love.
- It is feminine in gender and derived from Sanskrit roots.
- Commonly found in names, literature, and the term 'Priti-bhoj' (feast).
- It differs from 'Pyar' by being more dignified and less casual.
Gender Check
Always treat 'Priti' as feminine. Use 'ki' and 'sachi' with it.
Compound Words
Learn 'Priti-bhoj' as it is the most common real-world use of the word.
Names
If you meet someone named Preeti, you already know her name means 'Affection'!
Soft 'T'
Practice the dental 't' by placing your tongue against your upper teeth.
관련 콘텐츠
관련 문법 규칙
emotions 관련 단어
आभार
B1감사 또는 고마움. '당신에게 감사를 표합니다'는 'Main aapka abhaar vyakt karta hoon'입니다.
आभारी
A2고마워하는, 감사하는. 공식적인 상황에서 깊은 감사를 표할 때 사용됩니다.
आभारी होना
A2감사하다; 받은 것에 대해 고마움을 느끼거나 표현하는 것.
आभार सहित
B1Gratefully; with gratitude; thankfully.
आभारपूर्वक
B2Gratefully, thankfully, or with appreciation.
आभास होना
B1직감하다, 어렴풋이 느끼다. 예: '위험을 직감했다.'
आग्रह
B1Insistence, earnest request; persistent demanding.
आघात
B1충격, 외상. '그 소식은 큰 충격(aaghat)이었다.' / '경제에 대한 타격(aaghat).'
आघात लगना
B1To be shocked; to be traumatized.
आघात पहुँचना
B1심각한 충격을 받거나 트라우마를 겪는 것.