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B1 verb 6 min read

आरक्षण कराना

aarakshan karana
Definition
'आरक्षण कराना' (aarakshan karana) is a Hindi verb phrase that means 'to make a reservation'. It is used when you want to book something in advance, such as a seat on a train or plane, a room in a hotel, a table at a restaurant, or a ticket for an event.
Usage Context
This phrase is very common in everyday life, especially in situations involving travel, accommodation, and entertainment. It signifies a proactive step to secure a place or service for a future date or time, ensuring availability and avoiding last-minute disappointment. The act of 'making a reservation' is an essential part of modern planning, whether for personal leisure or business arrangements. It implies that the service or item is in demand, and securing it beforehand is a practical necessity.

मैं कल के लिए एक होटल का कमरा आरक्षण कराना चाहता हूँ।

I want to make a reservation for a hotel room for tomorrow.

कृपया ट्रेन की टिकट आरक्षण कराना सुनिश्चित करें।

Please ensure you make a reservation for the train ticket.
Breakdown
The phrase 'आरक्षण कराना' is composed of two parts: 'आरक्षण' (aarakshan), which means 'reservation', and 'कराना' (karana), which means 'to cause to do' or 'to get done'. Together, they form the idiomatic expression for making a reservation. It's akin to saying 'to get a reservation done'.
Cultural Nuance
In many cultures, including those where Hindi is spoken, making reservations is a sign of good planning and respect for the service provider's time and resources. It's also a way to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience, whether you're dining out, traveling, or attending an event. The concept of 'आरक्षण कराना' is deeply embedded in the practicalities of daily life and commerce.
Basic Structure
The basic structure for using 'आरक्षण कराना' involves placing the object of the reservation before the verb phrase. The verb 'कराना' conjugates according to the subject and tense.

मैं एक सीट आरक्षण कराना चाहता हूँ।

I want to make a reservation for a seat.

उन्होंने कल रात के खाने के लिए एक टेबल आरक्षण कराया था।

They had made a reservation for a table for last night's dinner.
Common Objects
The phrase is commonly used with nouns referring to things that can be booked:
  • कमरा (kamra): room
  • टिकट (ticket): ticket
  • सीट (seat): seat
  • टेबल (table): table
  • स्थान (sthaan): place/spot
  • सेवा (seva): service

हम चार लोगों के लिए एक टेबल आरक्षण कराना चाहते हैं।

We want to make a reservation for a table for four people.

क्या आप मेरी फ्लाइट की टिकट आरक्षण करा सकते हैं?

Can you make a reservation for my flight ticket?
Tense and Subject Agreement
The verb 'कराना' changes based on the subject and tense. For example, 'मैं आरक्षण कराना चाहता हूँ' (I want to make a reservation), 'वह आरक्षण कराएगा' (He will make a reservation), 'उन्होंने आरक्षण कराया' (They made a reservation).

हम अगले हफ्ते के लिए एक टैक्सी आरक्षण कराएँगे।

We will make a reservation for a taxi for next week.

क्या आपने अपने प्लेन की टिकट आरक्षण करा ली?

Did you make a reservation for your plane ticket?
Travel Agencies and Booking Platforms
When interacting with travel agents, booking websites, or travel apps in India or for travel to India, you will frequently encounter the phrase 'आरक्षण कराना'. Phrases like 'आप अपनी फ्लाइट का आरक्षण करा सकते हैं' (Aap apni flight ka aarakshan kara sakte hain - You can make a reservation for your flight) or 'होटल आरक्षण के लिए संपर्क करें' (Hotel aarakshan ke liye sampark karein - Contact for hotel reservation) are common. The online booking process itself is a form of 'आरक्षण कराना'.

वेबसाइट पर जाकर आप अपनी ट्रेन की सीट आरक्षण करा सकते हैं।

By visiting the website, you can make a reservation for your train seat.
Restaurants and Hotels
When dining out at popular restaurants, especially for dinner or on weekends, it's common to hear or say, 'क्या हम एक टेबल आरक्षण करा सकते हैं?' (Kya hum ek table aarakshan kara sakte hain? - Can we make a reservation for a table?). Similarly, hotel receptionists will often ask guests if they have made a reservation or assist them in doing so.

यह रेस्टोरेंट बहुत लोकप्रिय है, इसलिए पहले से टेबल आरक्षण कराना बेहतर है।

This restaurant is very popular, so it's better to make a reservation for a table in advance.
Event Bookings
For concerts, plays, movies, or special events, purchasing tickets often involves the process of making a reservation. You might hear announcements like 'अपने टिकटों का आरक्षण करा लें' (Apne ticketon ka aarakshan kara lein - Make a reservation for your tickets) or see signs indicating booking counters.

कॉन्सर्ट के टिकट जल्दी बिक जाते हैं, इसलिए हमें आरक्षण कराना होगा।

The concert tickets sell out quickly, so we will have to make a reservation.
Everyday Conversations
In casual conversations, people might discuss their plans using this phrase. For example, 'मैंने अपने दोस्त के जन्मदिन के लिए एक रेस्टोरेंट में टेबल आरक्षण कराया था' (Maine apne dost ke janmadin ke liye ek restaurant mein table aarakshan karaya tha - I had made a reservation for a table at a restaurant for my friend's birthday).
Confusing 'आरक्षण' with 'आरक्षित'
A common mistake is to confuse 'आरक्षण' (aarakshan - reservation, the noun) with 'आरक्षित' (aarakshit - reserved, the adjective). 'आरक्षण कराना' is a verb phrase, meaning to perform the action of reserving. Using 'आरक्षित' when you mean to 'make a reservation' would be incorrect. For example, saying 'मैं एक कमरा आरक्षित कराना चाहता हूँ' is grammatically awkward. The correct verb form is 'आरक्षण कराना'.

गलत: मैं एक सीट आरक्षित करना चाहता हूँ।

Incorrect: I want to reserve a seat (using adjective as verb).

सही: मैं एक सीट का आरक्षण कराना चाहता हूँ।

Correct: I want to make a reservation for a seat.
Incorrect Verb Conjugation
Learners might sometimes use the base verb 'करना' (karna - to do) instead of 'कराना' (karana - to cause to do/get done). While 'करना' is a general verb for 'to do', 'कराना' is specifically used when one is arranging for something to be done by someone else or for oneself by an agency. So, saying 'मैं आरक्षण करता हूँ' (Main aarakshan karta hoon - I do reservation) is not idiomatic and sounds unnatural compared to 'मैं आरक्षण कराता हूँ' (Main aarakshan karata hoon - I get a reservation made).

गलत: मैं कल के लिए एक होटल का कमरा करता हूँ।

Incorrect: I do a hotel room for tomorrow.

सही: मैं कल के लिए एक होटल का कमरा कराता हूँ।

Correct: I get a hotel room made for tomorrow.
Ignoring the 'Object' Preposition
When referring to what is being reserved, the preposition 'का' (ka) or 'की' (ki) is often used, depending on the gender of the noun. Forgetting this or using an incorrect preposition can lead to grammatically incorrect sentences. For example, 'मैं ट्रेन आरक्षण करना चाहता हूँ' is understandable but less precise than 'मैं ट्रेन की टिकट का आरक्षण कराना चाहता हूँ' (I want to make a reservation for the train ticket).

गलत: मैं एक टेबल आरक्षण करना चाहता हूँ।

Incorrect: I want to make a table reservation.

सही: मैं एक टेबल का आरक्षण कराना चाहता हूँ।

Correct: I want to make a reservation for a table.
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