बैठक आयोजित करना
baithak aayojit karna
to hold meeting
Literally: Meeting (baithak) organized (aayojit) to do (karna)
In 15 Seconds
- Used for organizing or hosting a formal meeting or assembly.
- Combines 'baithak' (sitting/meeting) with 'aayojit karna' (to organize).
- Best for professional, academic, or community-based leadership contexts.
Meaning
This phrase is used when you want to say you are organizing, hosting, or conducting a formal meeting or gathering.
Key Examples
3 of 6In a professional email
कल सुबह हम एक ज़रूरी बैठक आयोजित करेंगे।
We will hold an important meeting tomorrow morning.
A community leader speaking to neighbors
सोसायटी की समस्याओं पर चर्चा के लिए हमने यह बैठक आयोजित की है।
We have organized this meeting to discuss the society's problems.
Texting a colleague about a delay
क्या हम शाम को एक छोटी बैठक आयोजित कर सकते हैं?
Can we organize a small meeting in the evening?
Cultural Background
Meetings often start with informal 'small talk' about family or health before diving into the 'baithak' agenda. It's a way to build rapport. A 'Baithak' in a village is often held under a large tree (like a Banyan) and involves the village elders. It is a symbol of local justice. When you 'organize a meeting' at home or in a private office, offering water (paani) immediately is mandatory, followed by tea/coffee. In Indian government offices, 'baithaks' are often documented in 'minutes' called 'baithak ki karyavahi'.
Use 'kī' for Past Tense
Always remember 'Baithak' is feminine. 90% of learners make the mistake of saying 'kiyā'. Saying 'kī' instantly makes you sound like a pro.
Don't use for 'Dating'
Never use this phrase when asking someone out on a date. It sounds like you're inviting them to a board meeting.
In 15 Seconds
- Used for organizing or hosting a formal meeting or assembly.
- Combines 'baithak' (sitting/meeting) with 'aayojit karna' (to organize).
- Best for professional, academic, or community-based leadership contexts.
What It Means
Baithak aayojit karna is your go-to phrase for setting up a meeting. Think of it as the professional way to say you're getting people together. The word baithak literally means a 'sitting,' but in modern Hindi, it refers to a meeting. Aayojit karna means to organize or host. Together, they sound polished and intentional. It is not just a random chat. It implies there is an agenda or a specific reason for the gathering.
How To Use It
You use this phrase when you are the one in charge. If you are the boss or the project lead, you aayojit the meeting. You can use it in the past tense like aayojit ki (organized) or future like aayojit karenge (will organize). It fits perfectly in emails, office announcements, or serious community discussions. Just remember that baithak is feminine, so the verb endings will often reflect that gender in certain grammatical constructions.
When To Use It
Use this in the office when scheduling a sync-up. Use it in a neighborhood WhatsApp group when discussing a local issue. It is perfect for formal invitations. If you are a student, use it when organizing a study group or a club event. It makes you sound organized and authoritative. It is the language of someone who has their life together (even if you're secretly panicking about the slides).
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this for a casual hang with friends. If you tell your best friend you want to baithak aayojit karna for coffee, they will think you have been promoted to a robot. For casual plans, just say milna (to meet). Avoid it for romantic dates too. Unless your date is a business negotiation, keep this phrase in the briefcase. It is too heavy for a movie night or a quick snack run.
Cultural Background
Historically, a baithak was a traditional sitting room in Indian homes where elders discussed important matters. It was a space of respect and decision-making. Today, the word has transitioned into the corporate and political world. Hindi speakers value the formality of 'organizing' rather than just 'having' a meeting. It shows you respect everyone's time. In rural areas, a panchayat baithak is still a major event where the whole village gathers.
Common Variations
You might hear meeting bulana (to call a meeting) which is slightly more common in daily office speech. Another one is sabha karna (to hold an assembly), which sounds even more grand. If you want to be super modern, many people just say meeting rakhna (to keep/set a meeting). However, aayojit karna remains the gold standard for formal writing and high-level professional speech.
Usage Notes
This is a high-level B2 collocation. It is strictly formal to neutral. Avoid in casual conversations with peers unless being ironic.
Use 'kī' for Past Tense
Always remember 'Baithak' is feminine. 90% of learners make the mistake of saying 'kiyā'. Saying 'kī' instantly makes you sound like a pro.
Don't use for 'Dating'
Never use this phrase when asking someone out on a date. It sounds like you're inviting them to a board meeting.
Chai is Mandatory
If you are the one 'organizing' the meeting in an Indian context, you are responsible for the refreshments!
Examples
6कल सुबह हम एक ज़रूरी बैठक आयोजित करेंगे।
We will hold an important meeting tomorrow morning.
Standard professional usage for a future event.
सोसायटी की समस्याओं पर चर्चा के लिए हमने यह बैठक आयोजित की है।
We have organized this meeting to discuss the society's problems.
Shows leadership and a sense of responsibility.
क्या हम शाम को एक छोटी बैठक आयोजित कर सकते हैं?
Can we organize a small meeting in the evening?
Polite request in a work-related chat.
चाय पीने के लिए भी क्या अब बैठक आयोजित करनी पड़ेगी?
Will we have to organize a meeting just to drink tea now?
Sarcastic comment on excessive corporate bureaucracy.
प्रोजेक्ट को पूरा करने के लिए हमें एक बैठक आयोजित करनी होगी।
We will have to hold a meeting to complete the project.
Used to show seriousness about a task.
शांति बनाए रखने के लिए यह बैठक आयोजित करना बहुत ज़रूरी था।
It was very important to hold this meeting to maintain peace.
Used in a serious, high-stakes social situation.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'karna' in the past tense.
मैनेजर ने कल एक बैठक आयोजित ______।
Because 'baithak' is feminine, the past tense verb must be 'kī'.
Which sentence is most appropriate for a formal email?
Choose the best option:
This uses the formal 'baithak āyojit karnā' structure.
Complete the dialogue between two colleagues.
A: क्या हमें इस समस्या पर चर्चा करनी चाहिए? B: हाँ, मैं कल इसके लिए एक ______ ______ हूँ।
This is the standard way to say 'I am organizing a meeting'.
Match the phrase to the correct context.
Context: A CEO calling for a strategic review.
A CEO's strategic review is a formal event requiring 'baithak āyojit karnā'.
🎉 Score: /4
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Practice Bank
4 exercisesमैनेजर ने कल एक बैठक आयोजित ______।
Because 'baithak' is feminine, the past tense verb must be 'kī'.
Choose the best option:
This uses the formal 'baithak āyojit karnā' structure.
A: क्या हमें इस समस्या पर चर्चा करनी चाहिए? B: हाँ, मैं कल इसके लिए एक ______ ______ हूँ।
This is the standard way to say 'I am organizing a meeting'.
Context: A CEO calling for a strategic review.
A CEO's strategic review is a formal event requiring 'baithak āyojit karnā'.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsYes, but 'baithak' is the native Hindi word. In modern cities, people use the English word 'meeting' frequently, but 'baithak' remains standard in formal writing and news.
Absolutely! You can say 'Humne Zoom par baithak āyojit kī' (We organized a meeting on Zoom).
In Hindi, the verb in the past tense agrees with the object. 'Baithak' is a feminine noun, so 'karna' becomes 'kī'.
'Baithak' is usually a smaller, more focused meeting. 'Sabha' is a larger assembly or a public meeting.
Yes, it is very respectful and formal. It shows you are serious about the discussion.
Use 'Main baithak mein shāmil ho rahā hoon' or 'Main baithak mein hoon'. Don't use 'āyojit karnā' if you are not the host.
Yes, in traditional Indian houses, the 'baithak' is the living room or guest room where people sit and talk.
It means a 'Grand Meeting', usually used in politics when many important leaders gather.
No, 'āyojit' is an adjective meaning 'organized'. It needs the verb 'karnā' (to do) to function as an action.
Yes, 'meeting rakhna' is very common in casual office talk, but 'baithak āyojit karnā' is better for formal documents.
Related Phrases
बैठक बुलाना
similarTo call a meeting
बैठक की अध्यक्षता करना
builds onTo chair/preside over a meeting
बैठक स्थगित करना
contrastTo postpone/adjourn a meeting
विचार-विमर्श करना
specialized formTo deliberate/consult
