B2 Expression Neutral

अपनी गलती मानना।

apni galti manna.

Admit one's mistake.

Meaning

Acknowledge that one has made an error.

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Cultural Background

In traditional families, elders may rarely admit mistakes to younger ones, making it a powerful gesture when they do. Modern startups value 'failing fast' and admitting mistakes as a way to innovate. Admitting a mistake is often linked to 'sharam' (shame/modesty), so it is a brave social act.

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Be Direct

Don't add extra words. 'मैंने अपनी गलती मानी' is powerful and sufficient.

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Context Matters

In formal settings, use 'स्वीकार करना' instead of 'मानना' for extra polish.

Meaning

Acknowledge that one has made an error.

🎯

Be Direct

Don't add extra words. 'मैंने अपनी गलती मानी' is powerful and sufficient.

💬

Context Matters

In formal settings, use 'स्वीकार करना' instead of 'मानना' for extra polish.

Test Yourself

Which sentence is grammatically correct?

Choose the correct form:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: मैंने अपनी गलती मानी

The verb 'मानना' agrees with the feminine noun 'गलती' in the past tense.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which sentence is grammatically correct? Choose B1

Choose the correct form:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: मैंने अपनी गलती मानी

The verb 'मानना' agrees with the feminine noun 'गलती' in the past tense.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

2 questions

No, it is considered very respectful and mature.

Yes, it is highly recommended to show integrity.

Related Phrases

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गलती सुधारना

builds on

To fix a mistake

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माफी मांगना

similar

To apologize

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