Meaning
Indicating that something is pointless or of no use.
Cultural Background
In North India, 'vyarth' is often used in formal speeches or by elders to teach a lesson about time management. In modern corporate settings, 'vyarth' is used to politely shut down inefficient processes. In poetry and literature, 'vyarth' is often used to describe the transience of life.
Context is key
Always use 'vyarth' for actions. If you are talking about a broken object, use 'bekaar'.
Don't be rude
Saying 'यह व्यर्थ है' to someone's idea can be blunt. Use 'मुझे लगता है कि यह व्यर्थ हो सकता है' to soften it.
Meaning
Indicating that something is pointless or of no use.
Context is key
Always use 'vyarth' for actions. If you are talking about a broken object, use 'bekaar'.
Don't be rude
Saying 'यह व्यर्थ है' to someone's idea can be blunt. Use 'मुझे लगता है कि यह व्यर्थ हो सकता है' to soften it.
Use it in business
It's a great way to show you are focused on efficiency.
Test Yourself
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the best way to say 'This is pointless'.
Vyarth is an adjective, so it needs the 'hai' (is) verb.
Fill in the blank.
उससे बहस करना ______ है।
Arguing is usually described as 'vyarth' (futile).
Match the situation to the phrase.
Your friend is trying to fix a broken glass with glue. What do you say?
Fixing broken glass with glue is futile.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'मैं इस पुरानी कार को ठीक करूँगा।' B: '______, नई कार ले लो।'
The context implies the old car is beyond repair.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesChoose the best way to say 'This is pointless'.
Vyarth is an adjective, so it needs the 'hai' (is) verb.
उससे बहस करना ______ है।
Arguing is usually described as 'vyarth' (futile).
Your friend is trying to fix a broken glass with glue. What do you say?
Fixing broken glass with glue is futile.
A: 'मैं इस पुरानी कार को ठीक करूँगा।' B: '______, नई कार ले लो।'
The context implies the old car is beyond repair.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
8 questionsNo, it's offensive. Use it only for actions or ideas.
Yes, it is more formal than 'bekaar'.
The opposite is 'सार्थक' (sarthak - meaningful).
Yes, it means 'useless work'.
Yes, but 'bekaar' is more common in casual texts.
No, it's an adjective.
Yes, it is standard Hindi.
Add 'शायद' (maybe) before it.
Related Phrases
समय की बर्बादी
synonymWaste of time
बेकार
similarUseless
निरर्थक
synonymMeaningless
