Meaning
A highly significant and priceless input or effort.
Cultural Background
In India, it is common to use high-register Sanskritized Hindi in formal letters to show respect to superiors. News anchors use this phrase constantly when discussing the 'Budget' or 'National Schemes' to sound authoritative. The phrase is a staple of 'Punya-tithi' (death anniversary) tributes for national leaders. Often used to describe the work of saints or social reformers who worked without pay.
The 'Ka' Rule
Always remember that 'Yogdān' is masculine. Use 'kā' (का) before it, never 'kī' (की).
Don't Overuse
If you use this phrase 5 times in one speech, it loses its power. Save it for the most important point.
Meaning
A highly significant and priceless input or effort.
The 'Ka' Rule
Always remember that 'Yogdān' is masculine. Use 'kā' (का) before it, never 'kī' (की).
Don't Overuse
If you use this phrase 5 times in one speech, it loses its power. Save it for the most important point.
The Guru Factor
When talking about a teacher or mentor, 'Amūlya Yogdān' is the most respectful term you can use.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the phrase.
आजादी की लड़ाई में सेनानियों का _______ रहा है।
In the context of the freedom struggle, 'Amūlya Yogdān' is the most appropriate formal term.
Which situation is most appropriate for using 'अमूल्य योगदान'?
Choose the best scenario:
This is a high-impact, priceless contribution to humanity.
Complete the formal dialogue.
Boss: 'मिस्टर शर्मा, इस प्रोजेक्ट की सफलता में आपका _______ है।' Sharma: 'धन्यवाद सर, यह सब टीम वर्क का नतीजा है।'
The boss is giving high praise in a professional setting.
Match the phrase to the register.
Match 'अमूल्य योगदान' with its register:
It is a high-register, formal term.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Amūlya vs. Bahumūlya
Practice Bank
4 exercisesआजादी की लड़ाई में सेनानियों का _______ रहा है।
In the context of the freedom struggle, 'Amūlya Yogdān' is the most appropriate formal term.
Choose the best scenario:
This is a high-impact, priceless contribution to humanity.
Boss: 'मिस्टर शर्मा, इस प्रोजेक्ट की सफलता में आपका _______ है।' Sharma: 'धन्यवाद सर, यह सब टीम वर्क का नतीजा है।'
The boss is giving high praise in a professional setting.
Match 'अमूल्य योगदान' with its register:
It is a high-register, formal term.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsOnly if the donation is life-changing or symbolic. For regular money, use 'Dān' or 'Arthik Sahāyatā'.
Yes, if you are thanking them for their mentorship or a major project's success.
There isn't a direct opposite, but 'Nugsan' (loss) or 'Badha' (hindrance) would be the conceptual opposites.
99% of the time, yes. In very rare sarcastic cases, it could be negative, but avoid that as a learner.
Use: 'उन्होंने अपना अमूल्य योगदान दिया।'
Yes, 'Team kā amūlya yogdān' is very common.
'Anmol' is the more poetic/informal version of 'Amūlya'. Use 'Amūlya' for formal writing.
It's better to say 'Amūlya Yogdān denā'.
Yes, during award shows like Filmfare when giving Lifetime Achievement Awards.
No, it sounds educated and professional.
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