Meaning
Stating that a task or situation is quite challenging.
Cultural Background
In India, people often use this phrase to show humility. Even if they are good at something, they might say it's not easy to show they respect the effort involved. The phrase is used in both formal and informal contexts, but in formal settings, it is often followed by an explanation of *why* it is difficult. The phrase is universally understood by Hindi speakers regardless of region, making it a safe choice for communication.
Use it for emphasis
Always use 'बिल्कुल भी' when you want to be taken seriously about a difficulty.
Don't over-use
Using it for every small task makes you sound like a complainer.
Meaning
Stating that a task or situation is quite challenging.
Use it for emphasis
Always use 'बिल्कुल भी' when you want to be taken seriously about a difficulty.
Don't over-use
Using it for every small task makes you sound like a complainer.
Be polite
If you are refusing a task, add 'क्षमा करें' (sorry) before the phrase.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
यह काम ______ आसान नहीं है।
The phrase 'बिल्कुल भी' is the correct intensifier for 'not easy'.
Which sentence is most natural?
Choose the correct order.
Standard Hindi word order places the subject first and the intensifier before the adjective.
Respond to: 'Is this exam easy?'
Friend: 'क्या यह परीक्षा आसान है?' You: '______'
This is the most emphatic and accurate response.
Match the Hindi phrase to its English meaning.
Match: 'यह बिल्कुल भी आसान नहीं है'
The phrase is a strong negative.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesयह काम ______ आसान नहीं है।
The phrase 'बिल्कुल भी' is the correct intensifier for 'not easy'.
Choose the correct order.
Standard Hindi word order places the subject first and the intensifier before the adjective.
Friend: 'क्या यह परीक्षा आसान है?' You: '______'
This is the most emphatic and accurate response.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
The phrase is a strong negative.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
8 questionsYes, it is professional enough if you add a polite tone.
No, it is just a statement of fact.
Yes, it works for both mental and physical tasks.
You can say 'यह बहुत कठिन है'.
It's not grammatically required, but it is necessary for the intended emphasis.
Yes, it is common in emails and reports.
No, it remains the same.
Use 'अत्यंत चुनौतीपूर्ण' instead of 'बिल्कुल भी आसान नहीं'.
Related Phrases
यह मुमकिन नहीं है
similarIt is not possible.
यह बहुत कठिन है
similarIt is very hard.
आसान काम
contrastEasy work.
