In 15 Seconds
- Used when you are the candidate being interviewed for a job.
- Uses the verb 'denā' (to give), unlike English 'take'.
- Essential for professional settings and career-related conversations.
Meaning
This is what you say when you are the candidate attending a job or school interview. In Hindi, you 'give' the interview, while the employer 'takes' it.
Key Examples
3 of 6Telling a friend about a job hunt
आज मुझे एक बड़ी कंपनी में इंटरव्यू देना है।
Today I have to give an interview at a big company.
Texting a sibling after the meeting
इंटरव्यू बहुत अच्छा रहा!
The interview went very well!
Discussing a celebrity on TV
शाहरुख खान टीवी पर इंटरव्यू दे रहे हैं।
Shah Rukh Khan is giving an interview on TV.
Cultural Background
In India, punctuality for 'giving an interview' is seen as a sign of respect. Arriving 15 minutes early is standard. For prestigious colleges (IITs/IIMs), 'giving an interview' is a rite of passage that determines one's social standing. Celebrities often 'give' interviews to clear up rumors. These are called 'safai dena' (giving a clarification) interviews. In government job contexts, 'interview dena' is often replaced by the formal 'sākshātkār' in official documents.
The 'Give' Rule
Always remember: In Hindi, for any test (exam, interview, presentation), you are the 'giver'.
Gender Agreement
Don't say 'Interview achhi thi'. Even if you are female, the interview itself is masculine. Say 'Interview achha tha'.
In 15 Seconds
- Used when you are the candidate being interviewed for a job.
- Uses the verb 'denā' (to give), unlike English 'take'.
- Essential for professional settings and career-related conversations.
What It Means
इंटरव्यू देना is the standard way to describe the act of being interviewed. Whether you are applying for a software job in Bangalore or a college spot in Delhi, this is your go-to phrase. It captures the entire process of sitting in the hot seat and answering questions. Unlike English, where you might say you are 'taking' an interview, Hindi logic dictates that you are 'giving' your information and time to the interviewer. It is a simple, two-word combo that every professional needs to know.
How To Use It
You use this phrase by treating इंटरव्यू as the noun and देना as the action verb. You will need to conjugate देना based on when the interview is happening. For example, if it happened yesterday, you say मैंने इंटरव्यू दिया. If it is happening tomorrow, you say मैं इंटरव्यू दूँगा. It is very flexible! You can add adjectives like अच्छा (good) or कठिन (difficult) before the word इंटरव्यू to describe how it went. Just remember that the focus is always on your role as the person answering the questions.
When To Use It
Use this in any professional or academic setting. It is perfect for telling your friends about your job hunt. You can use it when talking to recruiters, family members, or even on social media. It is also used in media contexts. If a famous cricketer is being questioned by a reporter, he is इंटरव्यू दे रहा है. It covers everything from a 5-minute screening call to a 3-hour panel discussion. If there are questions and you are providing the answers for a specific purpose, you are देना-ing that interview.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this for casual conversations. If you are just catching up with a friend over tea, that is a बातचीत (conversation), not an interview. Using इंटरव्यू देना there would make it sound like you are being interrogated! Also, avoid using this if you are the one hiring. If you are the boss asking the questions, you must use इंटरव्यू लेना (to take an interview). Using the wrong one might make you look like the applicant instead of the manager. Finally, don't use it for police questioning; that is usually called पूछताछ (interrogation).
Cultural Background
In India, the act of इंटरव्यू देना is often a family affair. It is common for parents to wait outside the building or call every ten minutes for an update. There is a lot of weight placed on these moments as they are seen as gateways to stability. Interestingly, the 'give/take' reversal in Hindi reflects a broader linguistic pattern. In Hindi, you also 'give' an exam (परीक्षा देना), whereas in English you 'take' one. It suggests a cultural mindset of 'offering' your knowledge to be judged by an authority.
Common Variations
You might hear people say इंटरव्यू के लिए जाना (to go for an interview), which is a bit more indirect. Another common one is इंटरव्यू फेस करना (to face an interview), which adds a bit of drama and suggests the interview might be tough. In very formal Hindi, you might see साक्षात्कार देना (sākshātkār denā), but almost everyone in modern India uses the English word 'interview' instead. Stick to the English loanword; it sounds much more natural and contemporary.
Usage Notes
The phrase is neutral and widely used in all professional contexts. The most important thing to remember is the verb `देना` (to give) for the applicant's role.
The 'Give' Rule
Always remember: In Hindi, for any test (exam, interview, presentation), you are the 'giver'.
Gender Agreement
Don't say 'Interview achhi thi'. Even if you are female, the interview itself is masculine. Say 'Interview achha tha'.
Use Aap
When talking about giving an interview, always use the formal 'Aap' for the interviewers.
Examples
6आज मुझे एक बड़ी कंपनी में इंटरव्यू देना है।
Today I have to give an interview at a big company.
The speaker is the candidate.
इंटरव्यू बहुत अच्छा रहा!
The interview went very well!
A common way to share results quickly.
शाहरुख खान टीवी पर इंटरव्यू दे रहे हैं।
Shah Rukh Khan is giving an interview on TV.
Used for media appearances as well.
तीन घंटे तक इंटरव्यू देना बहुत थका देने वाला था।
Giving an interview for three hours was very tiring.
Expressing the physical/mental toll of the process.
तुम्हारे पापा के साथ डिनर करना इंटरव्यू देने जैसा था!
Having dinner with your dad was like giving an interview!
Using professional terms for a humorous personal situation.
मैं कल सुबह इंटरव्यू देने के लिए उपलब्ध हूँ।
I am available to give the interview tomorrow morning.
Standard formal phrasing for scheduling.
Test Yourself
Choose the correct verb for a job seeker.
मैं कल सुबह 10 बजे इंटरव्यू _______।
As a candidate, you 'give' (dena) the interview.
Fill in the past tense of 'dena'.
उसने कल बहुत अच्छा इंटरव्यू _______।
The past tense of 'dena' for a masculine noun like 'interview' is 'diya'.
Match the person to the phrase.
Match: 1. Candidate, 2. Boss
Candidates give, Bosses take.
Complete the dialogue.
A: क्या तुमने नौकरी के लिए फॉर्म भरा? B: हाँ, और कल मुझे _______ भी है।
The context is applying for a job, so the candidate must 'give' the interview.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
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Practice Bank
4 exercisesमैं कल सुबह 10 बजे इंटरव्यू _______।
As a candidate, you 'give' (dena) the interview.
उसने कल बहुत अच्छा इंटरव्यू _______।
The past tense of 'dena' for a masculine noun like 'interview' is 'diya'.
Match: 1. Candidate, 2. Boss
Candidates give, Bosses take.
A: क्या तुमने नौकरी के लिए फॉर्म भरा? B: हाँ, और कल मुझे _______ भी है।
The context is applying for a job, so the candidate must 'give' the interview.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsIt follows the logic of 'giving a performance' or 'giving an exam'. You are providing your responses to the evaluator.
It's understandable but sounds like you are the one organizing it, not the candidate. Stick to 'dena'.
It is an English loanword, but it is the most common word used in Hindi today. The native word is 'sākshātkār'.
It is 'interview diya' (masculine singular).
You can say: 'मुझे इंटरव्यू देने में घबराहट हो रही है।' (Mujhe interview dene mein ghabrahat ho rahi hai.)
Only the verb ending changes in present/future: 'Main interview doongi'. In the past, it stays 'diya' because it agrees with the masculine noun 'interview'.
Yes, a politician 'gives' an interview to the press.
The opposite is 'interview lena' (to take an interview/to be the interviewer).
The phrase itself is neutral-formal. It's appropriate for all professional settings.
No, 'interview' is perfectly acceptable in modern Indian resumes.
Related Phrases
इंटरव्यू लेना
contrastTo interview someone (as the employer).
परीक्षा देना
similarTo take an exam.
साक्षात्कार
synonymThe formal Hindi word for interview.
जॉब ऑफर मिलना
builds onTo get a job offer.
