Meaning
To think carefully about a specific idea or aspect.
Cultural Background
Saying 'I will consider it' is often a polite way to say 'No' or 'Not right now' without being confrontational. It maintains harmony (Lihaz). Using 'Vichaar' instead of 'Sochna' immediately marks you as an educated person (shishit). It is preferred in all written essays. Official press releases in India almost always use 'vichaaraadheen' (under consideration) to describe pending policies. When elders say they are 'considering' something, it implies a period of silence is expected from the younger generation while the decision is made.
The 'Par' Rule
Always remember the postposition 'par'. Without it, the phrase falls apart grammatically.
Polite Refusal
If you want to say 'no' to a salesperson in India politely, say 'मैं इस पर विचार करके बताऊंगा' (I'll think and let you know). They will usually stop pushing.
Meaning
To think carefully about a specific idea or aspect.
The 'Par' Rule
Always remember the postposition 'par'. Without it, the phrase falls apart grammatically.
Polite Refusal
If you want to say 'no' to a salesperson in India politely, say 'मैं इस पर विचार करके बताऊंगा' (I'll think and let you know). They will usually stop pushing.
Don't Overuse
Using it with friends for small things like 'which movie to watch' makes you sound like a politician. Stick to 'sochna' there.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct postposition.
क्या आप इस प्रस्ताव ____ विचार करेंगे?
The phrase always uses 'par' (on) to indicate the object of consideration.
Which sentence is most appropriate for a job interview?
The interviewer asks about your start date. You need time to think.
This is the most professional and polite way to ask for time to decide.
Complete the dialogue with the correct form of 'vichaar karna'.
A: क्या आपने मेरी अर्ज़ी देखी? B: हाँ, हम उस पर _________ ।
'विचार कर रहे हैं' (are considering) fits the continuous nature of reviewing an application.
Match the phrase variation to the context.
1. गौर करना, 2. मंथन करना, 3. पुनर्विचार करना
Gaur karna is for noticing/paying attention, Manthan is for deep churning/brainstorming, Punarvichaar is for reconsidering.
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Visual Learning Aids
Sochna vs. Vichaar Karna
Practice Bank
4 exercisesक्या आप इस प्रस्ताव ____ विचार करेंगे?
The phrase always uses 'par' (on) to indicate the object of consideration.
The interviewer asks about your start date. You need time to think.
This is the most professional and polite way to ask for time to decide.
A: क्या आपने मेरी अर्ज़ी देखी? B: हाँ, हम उस पर _________ ।
'विचार कर रहे हैं' (are considering) fits the continuous nature of reviewing an application.
1. गौर करना, 2. मंथन करना, 3. पुनर्विचार करना
Gaur karna is for noticing/paying attention, Manthan is for deep churning/brainstorming, Punarvichaar is for reconsidering.
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Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsNo, it's for any serious matter, including personal life choices or academic topics, but it is the standard in business.
No, 'vichaar dena' would mean 'to give an opinion'. To consider is always 'vichaar karna'.
'Vichaar' is more formal/Sanskritized. 'Khayaal' is Urdu-origin and often used for 'care' or 'opinion' (e.g., 'Mera khayaal hai' - I think/In my opinion).
Use 'punarvichaar' (पुनर्विचार). Example: 'मैं अपने फैसले पर पुनर्विचार कर रहा हूँ।'
Yes, but it creates a serious or instructional tone. 'तुम इस बात पर विचार करो' sounds like a piece of heavy advice.
No, use 'sochna' or 'yaad karna'. 'Vichaar karna' is for ideas, points, or matters.
Close, but 'gaur karna' is more like 'to note' or 'to pay attention to a detail'. 'Vichaar karna' is the whole process of evaluation.
The opposite would be 'andekha karna' (to ignore) or 'vichaar na karna'.
In very high literature, yes (vichaarna), but in 99% of modern Hindi, you must use 'vichaar karna'.
It is neutral. It only promises the *process* of thinking, not the result.
Related Phrases
गौर करना
similarTo pay close attention or notice.
ध्यान देना
similarTo pay attention / To listen carefully.
पुनर्विचार करना
specialized formTo reconsider.
सोच-विचार करना
builds onTo ponder or weigh options.
अनदेखा करना
contrastTo ignore.
