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- Used for paying any financial penalty or rule-breaking fee.
- Combines 'Jurmana' (fine) with the verb 'Dena' (to give).
- Common in traffic, legal, and administrative contexts.
Meaning
This phrase is used when you have to pay a penalty or a fine because you broke a rule or a law. It is the standard way to say you are handing over money as a punishment for a mistake.
Key Examples
3 of 6Talking about a traffic ticket
मुझे गलत पार्किंग के लिए जुर्माना देना पड़ा।
I had to pay a fine for wrong parking.
A teacher warning a student
अगर आप लाइब्रेरी की किताब खो देते हैं, तो आपको जुर्माना देना होगा।
If you lose the library book, you will have to pay a fine.
Texting a friend about a bad day
आज फिर से जुर्माना देना पड़ा, यार!
Had to pay a fine again today, man!
Cultural Background
In big cities like Delhi and Mumbai, 'E-Challans' are sent via SMS. People often talk about 'जुर्माना देना' in the context of checking their vehicle status online. Traveling without a ticket (बिना टिकट) is a common trope in Indian culture. The 'TTE' (Ticket Examiner) is the authority who collects the 'jurmānā'. Village councils (Panchayats) sometimes impose fines for social transgressions. This is a form of community justice that exists alongside the state. With strict GST and tax laws, businesses are very cautious about 'जुर्माना देना' for late filings, making it a common topic in office meetings.
Use 'Bharnā' for emphasis
If the fine is large or you are very annoyed about paying it, use 'भरना' (bharnā) instead of 'देना' (denā). It sounds more natural for 'paying off' a debt.
Don't say 'Jurmānā Karnā'
This is a common mistake. You don't 'do' a fine, you 'give' it. Only the judge or police 'do' the act of fining (though they usually 'lagānā' it).
In 15 Seconds
- Used for paying any financial penalty or rule-breaking fee.
- Combines 'Jurmana' (fine) with the verb 'Dena' (to give).
- Common in traffic, legal, and administrative contexts.
What It Means
जुर्माना देना is the act of paying a financial penalty. It comes from the word जुर्माना (fine) and the verb देना (to give). You use it whenever a rule is broken. It could be a small library fine. It could be a big speeding ticket. It essentially means 'settling the debt' for a mistake.
How To Use It
You treat देना as the main verb. It changes based on the tense and the person. For example, 'I paid' becomes मैंने जुर्माना दिया. If you are currently paying, it is मैं जुर्माना दे रहा हूँ. It is a very direct and clear expression. You can use it with amounts too. Just put the amount before the word जुर्माना.
When To Use It
Use this in any situation involving a penalty. Traffic violations are the most common scenario. Use it at school if you submit an assignment late. Use it at the office for administrative errors. It is also common in legal discussions. If you are texting a friend about a parking ticket, this is your phrase.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this for regular payments. You don't 'give a fine' for your electricity bill. That is just a बिल भरना (paying a bill). Don't use it for bribes, though some might joke about it. It implies a formal or semi-formal penalty. If you are just losing money in a game, use हारना (to lose) instead.
Cultural Background
In India, rules can sometimes feel like suggestions until a police officer appears. The phrase जुर्माना देना often carries a sense of regret. There is a common cultural trope of trying to talk your way out of it. However, with digital cameras everywhere now, जुर्माना देना is becoming a very standard online transaction. It is a sign of being a responsible citizen when you actually pay it.
Common Variations
You will often hear जुर्माना भरना (to fill/pay a fine). भरना sounds a bit more official or heavy. It is like 'discharging' a duty. Another variation is चालान कटना (to get a ticket). This is what happens *before* you have to जुर्माना देना. If the ticket is cut, the payment follows.
Usage Notes
The phrase is neutral and safe for all contexts. Just remember that in spoken Hindi, many people will simply say 'Fine dena' instead of 'Jurmana dena'.
Use 'Bharnā' for emphasis
If the fine is large or you are very annoyed about paying it, use 'भरना' (bharnā) instead of 'देना' (denā). It sounds more natural for 'paying off' a debt.
Don't say 'Jurmānā Karnā'
This is a common mistake. You don't 'do' a fine, you 'give' it. Only the judge or police 'do' the act of fining (though they usually 'lagānā' it).
Hinglish is okay
In casual settings, saying 'Fine देना' is perfectly acceptable and very common in urban India.
Examples
6मुझे गलत पार्किंग के लिए जुर्माना देना पड़ा।
I had to pay a fine for wrong parking.
The use of 'pada' shows it was a necessity/obligation.
अगर आप लाइब्रेरी की किताब खो देते हैं, तो आपको जुर्माना देना होगा।
If you lose the library book, you will have to pay a fine.
A standard warning in an educational setting.
आज फिर से जुर्माना देना पड़ा, यार!
Had to pay a fine again today, man!
Using 'yaar' makes it very informal and relatable.
देर से आने के लिए मुझे पत्नी को आइसक्रीम का जुर्माना देना पड़ा।
I had to pay an ice cream fine to my wife for being late.
Metaphorical use of 'fine' for a lighthearted situation.
कंपनी को देरी के लिए भारी जुर्माना देना पड़ सकता है।
The company might have to pay a heavy fine for the delay.
Professional tone discussing business consequences.
मैंने अपनी गलती मानी और चुपचाप जुर्माना दिया।
I accepted my mistake and quietly paid the fine.
Shows a sense of responsibility and regret.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'जुर्माना देना'.
अगर आप हेलमेट नहीं पहनेंगे, तो आपको ___________।
The future tense 'denā hogā' is used for warnings about consequences.
Which sentence is correct?
Select the natural Hindi sentence:
You 'give' (denā) a fine to the authority.
Complete the dialogue.
A: आपकी किताब बहुत लेट है। B: ___________?
Late library books result in a fine (jurmānā).
Match the situation to the phrase.
Breaking a traffic rule
Fines are the standard consequence for traffic violations.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesअगर आप हेलमेट नहीं पहनेंगे, तो आपको ___________।
The future tense 'denā hogā' is used for warnings about consequences.
Select the natural Hindi sentence:
You 'give' (denā) a fine to the authority.
A: आपकी किताब बहुत लेट है। B: ___________?
Late library books result in a fine (jurmānā).
Breaking a traffic rule
Fines are the standard consequence for traffic violations.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questionsIt is neutral. It is used in both formal legal settings and informal conversations about library books.
In Hindi, you use 'denā' (give) or 'bharnā' (fill/pay). You cannot use the English word 'pay' unless you are speaking Hinglish ('pay karnā').
'Jurmānā' is specifically a financial penalty. 'Sazā' is any kind of punishment, including jail or physical labor.
You can say 'मुझ पर जुर्माना लगा' (A fine was imposed on me) or 'मुझे जुर्माना देना पड़ा' (I had to pay a fine).
Yes, 'fine' is widely understood and used in Hinglish, but 'jurmānā' remains the standard Hindi word.
Related Phrases
जुर्माना लगाना
specialized formTo impose a fine
सज़ा भुगतना
similarTo suffer/face punishment
हर्जाना देना
similarTo pay compensation
रिश्वत देना
contrastTo give a bribe
