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- To pass on information or a specific message to someone.
- Used for both literal notes and metaphorical moral lessons.
- Combines the noun 'sandesh' with the helper verb 'dena'.
Meaning
This phrase is used when you want to pass along a piece of information, a lesson, or a vibe to someone else. It can be as simple as leaving a note or as deep as a movie trying to teach a moral lesson.
Key Examples
3 of 6Leaving a note with a receptionist
Kya aap manager ko mera sandesh dena chahenge?
Would you like to give my message to the manager?
Telling a friend to inform another friend
Rohan ko mera sandesh dena ki main late ho jaunga.
Give Rohan my message that I will be late.
Discussing a movie's theme
Yah film paryavaran bachane ka sandesh deti hai.
This film gives a message about saving the environment.
Cultural Background
Movies are often judged by the 'sandesh' they provide. A 'social message' movie is a specific genre in India. The word 'Sandesh' is also a famous sweet. It's common to joke about 'giving a sandesh' (the sweet) vs 'giving a sandesh' (the news). The 'Meghaduta' by Kalidasa is the ultimate 'sandesh' story, where a cloud is the messenger. With the rise of WhatsApp, 'sandesh' is frequently used in technical settings, though 'message' is a common loanword.
Use 'ko' for the recipient
Always remember: [Person] + ko + sandesh dena. 'Maine Rahul ko sandesh diya.'
Gender agreement
Even if a woman is giving the message, it is 'usne sandesh diya' because 'sandesh' is masculine.
In 15 Seconds
- To pass on information or a specific message to someone.
- Used for both literal notes and metaphorical moral lessons.
- Combines the noun 'sandesh' with the helper verb 'dena'.
What It Means
Sandesh dena is your go-to phrase for delivering information. In Hindi, sandesh means message and dena means to give. Together, they cover everything from a quick WhatsApp ping to a profound life lesson. It is about the act of transmission. You are moving an idea from your head to someone else's.
How To Use It
You use it just like 'to leave a message' or 'to convey a message'. If you call a friend and their mom picks up, you ask her to sandesh dena. If you are watching a movie about saving the planet, you say the film is trying to sandesh dena. It is a versatile verb-noun pairing. You can use it with 'ko' to show who receives the message. For example: Rahul ko sandesh dena (Give the message to Rahul).
When To Use It
Use this in the office when a colleague is away from their desk. Use it at home when you need someone to tell your brother that dinner is ready. It is also perfect for discussing media, art, or speeches. If a politician gives a speech, people will discuss what sandesh they were trying to dena. It works whenever information needs to travel from point A to point B.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this for 'chatting' or 'talking' in general. If you are just hanging out, use baat karna. Sandesh dena implies a specific piece of information is being delivered. Also, do not use it for 'giving a gift' or 'giving an order'. It is strictly for communication. If you are just sending a quick 'Hi', message bhejna is more common in modern slang.
Cultural Background
In ancient Indian history, sandesh was the word for royal missives carried by pigeons or messengers. There is a sense of importance attached to it. Even today, in Bollywood movies, a dying hero might have one final sandesh for his family. It carries a weight of responsibility. Interestingly, in Bengal, 'Sandesh' is also a famous sweet, but don't try to 'give a message' if you actually want to 'give a dessert'!
Common Variations
You will often hear paigam dena in poetic or Urdu-heavy contexts. In modern cities, people mostly say message dena using the English word. If you want to say 'to send', you use sandesh bhejna. If you are receiving it, you use sandesh milna. But sandesh dena remains the classic, standard way to describe the act of informing.
Usage Notes
This is a neutral collocation suitable for almost any setting. While 'message' is common in Hinglish, 'sandesh' is preferred in formal writing, news, and literature.
Use 'ko' for the recipient
Always remember: [Person] + ko + sandesh dena. 'Maine Rahul ko sandesh diya.'
Gender agreement
Even if a woman is giving the message, it is 'usne sandesh diya' because 'sandesh' is masculine.
The Sweet Connection
If you are in Kolkata, specify 'khabar' if you don't want to be offered a dessert!
Examples
6Kya aap manager ko mera sandesh dena chahenge?
Would you like to give my message to the manager?
A polite way to ask someone to relay information.
Rohan ko mera sandesh dena ki main late ho jaunga.
Give Rohan my message that I will be late.
Very common for daily coordination.
Yah film paryavaran bachane ka sandesh deti hai.
This film gives a message about saving the environment.
Used here to describe the 'moral' or 'theme'.
Mummy ko mera sandesh dena ki main aaj bartan nahi dhounga!
Give Mom my message that I won't do the dishes today!
Using a formal-sounding phrase for a silly domestic protest.
Jaate jaate unhe mera aakhri sandesh dena.
Give them my last message as you go.
Heavy, dramatic usage often seen in stories.
Maine unhe sahi samay par sandesh de diya tha.
I had given them the message at the right time.
Used to confirm communication was successful.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'dena'.
मैंने कल उसे एक संदेश ______।
The sentence is in the past tense and 'sandesh' is masculine, so 'diya' is correct.
Which sentence correctly uses the figurative meaning?
Choose the best sentence:
Movies can convey moral messages like 'honesty' (imandari).
Complete the dialogue.
A: क्या राहुल घर पर है? B: नहीं, वह बाहर गया है। A: ठीक है, क्या आप उसे मेरा ______ दे सकते हैं?
In this context, asking to leave a 'message' (sandesh) is the most logical choice.
Match the 'sandesh' to the situation.
Situation: A teacher speaking to students about exams.
Teachers usually give a message of 'hard work' (mehnat) regarding exams.
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Practice Bank
4 exercisesमैंने कल उसे एक संदेश ______।
The sentence is in the past tense and 'sandesh' is masculine, so 'diya' is correct.
Choose the best sentence:
Movies can convey moral messages like 'honesty' (imandari).
A: क्या राहुल घर पर है? B: नहीं, वह बाहर गया है। A: ठीक है, क्या आप उसे मेरा ______ दे सकते हैं?
In this context, asking to leave a 'message' (sandesh) is the most logical choice.
Situation: A teacher speaking to students about exams.
Teachers usually give a message of 'hard work' (mehnat) regarding exams.
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Frequently Asked Questions
14 questionsYes, it is perfectly natural, though many people just say 'message dena'.
It is masculine. Always use 'diya', 'deta', or 'dega'.
'Sandesh' is a specific message or moral, while 'khabar' is general news or an update.
Yes, abstract things like 'silence' or 'art' can 'sandesh dena'.
It is neutral to formal. In very casual slang, people use 'bol dena'.
You say 'Mujhe sandesh mila'.
Yes, 'Kada sandesh dena' means to give a stern warning.
'Paigam' is the Urdu synonym, often used in poetry.
It's an old word for a messenger or courier.
It's better to say 'sandesh dena'. 'Batana' is for facts.
In a figurative sense, yes, like a movie teaching a lesson.
Yes, for taking messages when someone is unavailable.
It means 'good news' or an 'auspicious message'.
Usually 'email bhejna' is used, but 'email mein sandesh dena' is okay.
Related Phrases
संदेश भेजना
similarTo send a message
खबर देना
synonymTo give news
सूचना देना
specialized formTo notify
पैगाम देना
synonymTo give a message (poetic)
चेतावनी देना
specialized formTo give a warning
