B1 Collocation Neutral

समय काटना

Samay kaatna

Pass time.

Meaning

To spend time, often in a casual or leisurely manner.

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Cultural Background

In busy cities like Delhi, 'time pass' (using the English phrase) is also very common among youth. The concept of 'waiting' is culturally accepted as part of life, hence the need for this phrase.

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Context is Key

Always check if you are bored or happy before choosing between 'काटना' and 'बिताना'.

Meaning

To spend time, often in a casual or leisurely manner.

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Context is Key

Always check if you are bored or happy before choosing between 'काटना' and 'बिताना'.

Test Yourself

Which sentence is correct for spending time with a friend?

मैं दोस्तों के साथ ____ रहा हूँ।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: बिता

Use 'बिताना' for positive social time.

🎉 Score: /1

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which sentence is correct for spending time with a friend? Choose B1

मैं दोस्तों के साथ ____ रहा हूँ।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: बिता

Use 'बिताना' for positive social time.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it sounds unprofessional. Use 'समय का सदुपयोग करना' (to make good use of time).

Related Phrases

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समय बिताना

contrast

To spend time

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टाइम पास करना

synonym

To kill time

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