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आवश्यकतानुसार

avashyaktanusaar
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Explanation आवश्यकतानुसार in your Level:
At the A1 level, 'आवश्यकतानुसार' (Aavashyaktaanusar) is quite a complex word. You don't need to use it yourself yet, but you might see it on food packets or simple instructions. Think of it as a fancy way to say 'as much as you need'. For now, just focus on the word 'ज़रूरत' (zaroorat), which means 'need'. If you see this long word, just remember it's talking about a 'need' for something like salt in food or water for a plant. It's like a secret code for 'just enough'. Don't worry about the long spelling; just look for the 'Aavashyakta' part which sounds like 'necessity'. At this stage, your goal is simple recognition in a physical environment like a grocery store or a pharmacy. You might see it on a bottle of cough syrup or a bag of flour. Just know it means 'as required'.
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At the A2 level, you are starting to understand how Hindi words can be joined together. 'आवश्यकतानुसार' is a compound word. 'Aavashyakta' is 'need' and 'Anusar' is 'according to'. So, it literally means 'according to need'. You might hear a teacher say this when they tell you to use a dictionary 'as needed'. It's a useful word to recognize in recipes. When a recipe says 'Namak aavashyaktaanusar', it means 'salt as per your need'. You can start trying to use it in very simple written sentences, like 'Add water as needed' (Aavashyaktaanusar paani daalo). It makes your Hindi sound a bit more 'official'. You are moving beyond the very basic 'mujhe chahiye' (I want) and starting to describe conditions. It's a great word to help you understand the 'Anusar' pattern, which is very common in Hindi.
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By B1, you should be comfortable seeing 'आवश्यकतानुसार' in news articles or formal emails. You're moving into the 'Intermediate' phase where you need to distinguish between talking to a friend and talking to a boss. This word is perfect for the boss! Instead of saying 'zaroorat ke hisaab se' (which is fine for friends), use 'आवश्यकतानुसार' in a work report or an office email. It shows you have a good grasp of formal Hindi. You will also see this word in manuals for electronics or appliances. For example, 'Adjust the brightness as needed'. It's a word that helps you give instructions clearly and professionally. You should be able to use it in sentences like 'We will change the time as needed' (Hum aavashyaktaanusar samay badlenge). It adds a layer of sophistication to your speech and writing that marks you as a serious learner.
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At the B2 level, you should be using 'आवश्यकतानुसार' naturally in professional and academic settings. You understand that this word is a 'Tatsam' word (derived directly from Sanskrit), which gives it a formal and authoritative tone. You can use it to qualify not just verbs but also adjectives and other parts of the sentence. You should also be able to distinguish it from similar words like 'Yathasambhav' (as much as possible) or 'Icchanusar' (as per wish). At this level, you are expected to handle complex instructions. For instance, in a business presentation, you might say, 'The budget will be allocated as needed' (Budget aavashyaktaanusar aavantit kiya jayega). You are now using the word to create nuanced meanings, indicating that actions are based on logical requirements rather than random choices. Your pronunciation should be clear, respecting the compound structure of the word.
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As a C1 learner, you use 'आवश्यकतानुसार' as part of your high-level vocabulary toolkit. You understand its strategic value in formal discourse, legal documents, and literary analysis. You don't just know what it means; you know *why* you are choosing it over 'zaroorat ke mutabiq'. You use it to maintain a consistent formal register in your writing. You can use it in complex conditional sentences, such as 'The policy will be revised as needed, keeping in view the changing market dynamics' (Bazaar ki badalti sthitiyon ko dekhte hue, niti mein aavashyaktaanusar sanshodhan kiya jayega). You also recognize its presence in classical literature and can appreciate the rhythmic quality it brings to a sentence. At this level, you might also use it in philosophical or abstract discussions about 'need' vs. 'want'. You are a master of the register and the specific gravity this word carries.
At the C2 level, 'आवश्यकतानुसार' is a word you use with total native-like precision and stylistic flair. You might even use it ironically or for specific rhetorical effects in a speech. You understand the deep Sanskrit roots and how this word fits into the broader linguistic history of Hindi. You can effortlessly switch between this and its Urdu or Persian equivalents depending on the audience and the desired tone. In a legal or constitutional context, you understand the precise implications of this word—how it defines the limits of power or the scope of an action. You might use it in a highly technical scientific paper or a deep philosophical treatise. Your mastery is so complete that you can identify if someone else has used it slightly incorrectly or in the wrong register. It is no longer a 'vocabulary word' for you; it is a precise tool in your expressive arsenal, used to define the exact boundaries of necessity in any given context.
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आवश्यकतानुसार in 30 Seconds

  • A formal word for 'as needed' or 'as required'.
  • A compound of 'Aavashyakta' (need) and 'Anusar' (according to).
  • Used in recipes, manuals, legal documents, and formal speech.
  • A CEFR C1 level word that enhances professional Hindi communication.

The Hindi word आवश्यकतानुसार (Aavashyaktaanusar) is a sophisticated, formal compound word that translates to "as needed," "according to necessity," or "as per requirement." It is a combination of two Sanskrit-derived words: आवश्यकता (Aavashyakta) meaning 'necessity' or 'need', and अनुसार (Anusar) meaning 'according to' or 'in accordance with'. In the CEFR C1 level context, this word is essential for professional communication, technical writing, legal documentation, and academic discourse. While a beginner might say "zaroorat ke hisaab se," a proficient speaker uses आवश्यकतानुसार to convey precision and formality.

Etymological Root
Derived from the Sanskrit 'āvaśyakatā' (necessity) and 'anusāra' (following/conforming to). It functions as an adverbial compound in most modern Hindi sentences.
Register
Highly formal. Commonly found in government notices, user manuals, medical prescriptions, and formal invitations.

कृपया इस दवा का सेवन आवश्यकतानुसार ही करें। (Please consume this medicine only as needed.)

In everyday Indian life, you will encounter this word on the back of food packaging (e.g., "add salt as required"), in office memos regarding resource allocation, and in news reports discussing government intervention. It implies a sense of moderation and logical limit—you are not doing something excessively, but exactly to the degree that the situation demands. For an English speaker, mastering this word marks the transition from basic conversational Hindi to a professional working proficiency where nuances of 'amount' and 'condition' are expressed with single, elegant compounds.

छात्रों को आवश्यकतानुसार अतिरिक्त समय दिया जाएगा। (Students will be given extra time as required.)

Usage in Recipes
In Hindi cookbooks, you'll see 'नमक आवश्यकतानुसार' (Salt as required) which is the direct equivalent of 'salt to taste'.

The word also appears frequently in legal contracts. For instance, a clause might state that the service provider can change the terms 'आवश्यकतानुसार' (as per necessity). This gives the word a weight of authority. If you use it in an interview or a business meeting, it signals that you possess a high-level vocabulary and understand the formal structures of the language. It replaces the more colloquial 'जितनी ज़रूरत हो' (as much as is needed), which, while correct, lacks the professional polish of the compound form. Understanding the 'Anusar' suffix is a gateway to hundreds of other Hindi words like 'Niyamanusar' (according to rules) or 'Samayanusar' (according to time).

Using आवश्यकतानुसार correctly requires an understanding of its placement within a Hindi sentence. Typically, it functions as an adverb, modifying the verb to explain 'how' or 'to what extent' an action is performed. It usually precedes the verb or the object it qualifies. Because it is a Sanskrit-derived compound (Tatsam), it carries a rhythmic weight that balances longer, formal sentences well.

Positioning
It usually sits right before the main action or the quantity it is describing. Example: 'आवश्यकतानुसार पानी डालें' (Add water as needed).

योजना में आवश्यकतानुसार बदलाव किए जा सकते हैं। (Changes can be made in the plan as required.)

When constructing sentences with this word, remember that it replaces the entire phrase "according to the need." In English, we often put this phrase at the end of the sentence, but in Hindi, it flows much better in the middle. For example, instead of saying "We will change the schedule as needed," in Hindi we say "हम आवश्यकतानुसार समय-सारणी बदलेंगे" (We [as needed] schedule will change). The word acts as a conditional modifier, setting the scope of the action.

कंप्यूटर की मेमोरी को आवश्यकतानुसार बढ़ाया जा सकता है। (The computer's memory can be increased as needed.)

Formal Directives
In official memos: 'कर्मचारी आवश्यकतानुसार ओवरटाइम कर सकते हैं' (Employees can do overtime as per requirement).

One common structural pattern is [Subject] + [Object] + [आवश्यकतानुसार] + [Verb]. This creates a very clear, logical flow. For instance, 'वह आवश्यकतानुसार अपनी राय बदलता है' (He changes his opinion as needed). Here, the word provides a justification for the change, suggesting it's not random but based on situational requirements. In more complex C1-level sentences, it can also be used to qualify adjectives: 'आवश्यकतानुसार उपलब्ध संसाधन' (Resources available as per necessity). Mastering this allows you to create dense, information-rich sentences that are the hallmark of high-level Hindi proficiency.

If you are living in India or consuming Hindi media, आवश्यकतानुसार is everywhere, yet it hides in plain sight because it is so functional. You won't hear it much in Bollywood 'masala' movies or street-side arguments, but you will hear it the moment the context shifts to something structured or instructional. It is the language of the 'system'.

Government & Administration
Public announcements regarding water supply, electricity, or traffic diversions often use this word to explain that services will be restored 'as per necessity' or that rules will be applied 'as required'.

पुलिस बल को आवश्यकतानुसार तैनात किया गया है। (The police force has been deployed as needed.)

In the corporate world of Delhi, Mumbai, or Bangalore, Hindi-speaking managers use this word in performance reviews or project briefings. It sounds professional and avoids the ambiguity of more casual phrasing. You'll also hear it in news broadcasts—anchors use it when discussing how the central bank adjusts interest rates 'as required' by the economy. It conveys a sense of calculated, rational action.

मसालों का उपयोग आवश्यकतानुसार करें। (Use spices as required.)

Academic Context
In Hindi-medium textbooks, instructions for experiments or mathematical problems frequently use this word to guide students on using variables or materials.

Furthermore, in the medical field, Hindi-speaking doctors or pharmacists use it when explaining dosages for non-critical medicines like painkillers or antacids. "जब दर्द हो, तब आवश्यकतानुसार एक गोली लें" (Take one tablet as needed when there is pain). It is a word that signifies boundaries—it tells the listener that the action is not constant, but contingent. For a learner, recognizing this word in these varied contexts helps build a mental map of how Hindi handles formal conditions and requirements.

Even advanced learners can stumble when using आवश्यकतानुसार. The most common error is a register mismatch—using this highly formal word in a very casual setting where 'zaroorat ke hisaab se' or 'jitna chahiye' would be more appropriate. Imagine someone at a dinner party saying, "Please pass the water as per the necessity of my thirst." It sounds unnaturally stiff.

Register Clash
Avoid using it in intimate conversations with friends. Use 'ज़रूरत के हिसाब से' (zaroorat ke hisaab se) instead.

Incorrect: दोस्त, मुझे आवश्यकतानुसार पैसे दे दो। (Friend, give me money as required.)
Correct: दोस्त, मुझे थोड़े पैसे दे दो जितनी ज़रूरत हो। (Friend, give me some money, as much as needed.)

Another mistake involves spelling and pronunciation. Because it is a long compound word, learners often forget the 'aa' sound at the beginning or the 'a' sound between 'ta' and 'nu'. Pronouncing it as 'avshyakta-nusar' instead of 'aa-vash-yak-taa-nu-saar' is common. Also, some learners try to pluralize it, which is grammatically impossible in Hindi for this type of adverbial compound.

Mistake: आवश्यकतानुसारों (Aavashyaktaanusaron) - Adding a plural suffix is wrong.

Confusing with 'Yathasambhav'
'Yathasambhav' means 'as far as possible'. 'Aavashyaktaanusar' means 'as much as needed'. They are not interchangeable. One is about possibility, the other about necessity.

Lastly, learners sometimes use a postposition like 'ke' after it, which is redundant. Since 'anusar' already carries the meaning of 'according to', adding 'ke' (e.g., *आवश्यकतानुसार के*) is a grammatical redundancy. The word stands alone as an adverbial unit. To avoid these pitfalls, practice using the word in professional writing first, where its formal nature is an asset rather than a liability. Listen to news bulletins to hear the exact rhythmic flow and stress patterns used by native speakers.

Hindi offers a spectrum of words to express the idea of 'according to need,' ranging from the very colloquial to the highly poetic. Knowing which one to pick is the difference between a B2 and a C1 level speaker. आवश्यकतानुसार sits at the top of the formality scale.

ज़रूरत के मुताबिक (Zaroorat ke mutabiq)
This is the Urdu-inflected equivalent. It is very common in spoken Hindi and Bollywood films. It feels slightly more grounded and less 'textbook-ish' than Aavashyaktaanusar.
यथावश्यक (Yathavashyak)
Even more formal than our target word. This is pure Sanskrit (Yatha + Avashyak). You will only see this in very high-level literature or ancient legal texts. It's good to recognize, but rare to use.

Comparison:
1. Informal: जितनी ज़रूरत हो (Jitni zaroorat ho)
2. Neutral: ज़रूरत के हिसाब से (Zaroorat ke hisaab se)
3. Formal: आवश्यकतानुसार (Aavashyaktaanusar)

Another interesting alternative is हस्बे-ज़रूरत (Hasbe-zaroorat), which is high Urdu. While not common in modern standard Hindi, you might encounter it in Ghazals or historical dramas. For practical purposes, 'ज़रूरत के अनुसार' is the most direct synonym that splits the compound back into two words. It is slightly less formal but grammatically identical in meaning.

हमें यथासंभव मदद करनी चाहिए। (Note: Yathasambhav means 'as much as possible', which is a common confusion point with Aavashyaktaanusar.)

Understanding these distinctions helps you navigate different social strata in India. If you are writing a formal letter to a government official, using 'आवश्यकतानुसार' shows respect and education. If you are telling a friend how much sugar you want in your tea, 'जितनी ज़रूरत हो' is much warmer. The ability to pivot between these synonyms is a key skill in achieving native-like fluency in Hindi.

How Formal Is It?

Fun Fact

The suffix '-anusar' is one of the most productive suffixes in formal Hindi, allowing speakers to create adverbs out of almost any noun (e.g., 'vidhianusar' - according to the procedure).

Pronunciation Guide

UK /ɑː.vʌʃ.jʌk.tɑː.nuː.sɑːr/
US /ɑ.vʌʃ.jək.tɑ.nu.sɑr/
Primary stress is on 'taa' (the junction of the compound) and secondary stress on 'saar'.
Rhymes With
अनुसार (Anusar) अनुसार (Anusar) तदनुसार (Tadanusar) नियमानुसार (Niyamanusar) समयानुसार (Samayanusar) इच्छानुसार (Icchanusar) आदेशानुसार (Aadeshanusar) कथानुसार (Kathanusar)
Common Errors
  • Pronouncing it as 'avshyakta-nusar' (shortening the first 'a').
  • Missing the 'a' sound in 'yak'.
  • Shortening the 'taa' before 'nu'.
  • Treating it as two separate words with a long pause in between.
  • Adding a 'ke' sound after it (grammatically wrong but sometimes heard from learners).

Difficulty Rating

Reading 8/5

Long compound word can be intimidating for beginners.

Writing 9/5

Requires correct spelling of Sanskrit roots and no extra postpositions.

Speaking 7/5

Requires practice to say smoothly without stuttering on the compound junction.

Listening 6/5

Easy to recognize once the 'Anusar' suffix is known.

What to Learn Next

Prerequisites

आवश्यक ज़रूरत अनुसार काम बदलाव

Learn Next

यथासंभव अनिवार्य प्राथमिकता संशोधन कार्यान्वयन

Advanced

तदनुसार फलस्वरूप परिणामस्वरूप यथोचित यथाविधि

Grammar to Know

Avyayibhava Samasa (Adverbial Compounds)

Words like 'Aavashyaktaanusar' are formed by joining a noun and an adverbial suffix.

Tatsam Words usage

Using Sanskrit words for formal register.

Adverbial Position

Placing the adverb before the verb it modifies.

Compound Suffix '-anusar'

How it replaces 'ke mutabiq' or 'ke hisaab se'.

Absence of Postpositions

Not saying 'Aavashyaktaanusar ke' because the suffix already implies 'according to'.

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Examples by Level

1

नमक आवश्यकतानुसार डालें।

Add salt as needed.

Simple imperative sentence.

2

पानी आवश्यकतानुसार पिएं।

Drink water as needed.

Using the word as an adverb for the verb 'drink'.

3

चीनी आवश्यकतानुसार लें।

Take sugar as needed.

Standard instruction for a guest.

4

मदद आवश्यकतानुसार मिलेगी।

Help will be given as needed.

Future tense with the adverbial compound.

5

दवा आवश्यकतानुसार खाएं।

Eat (take) medicine as needed.

Medical instruction.

6

समय आवश्यकतानुसार बदलें।

Change the time as needed.

Simple instruction.

7

पेंसिल आवश्यकतानुसार छीलें।

Sharpen the pencil as needed.

Action based on requirement.

8

रंग आवश्यकतानुसार भरें।

Fill colors as needed.

Creative instruction.

1

आप आवश्यकतानुसार छुट्टी ले सकते हैं।

You can take leave as needed.

Permission-based sentence.

2

कृपया आवश्यकतानुसार जानकारी भरें।

Please fill in the information as required.

Instructional formal Hindi.

3

मशीन को आवश्यकतानुसार साफ़ करें।

Clean the machine as required.

Maintenance instruction.

4

पौधों को आवश्यकतानुसार पानी दें।

Give water to the plants as needed.

Indirect object (plants) + adverb.

5

आवश्यकतानुसार लाइट जलाएं।

Turn on the light as needed.

Conditional action.

6

अपनी सीट आवश्यकतानुसार बदलें।

Change your seat as required.

Direct object (seat) + adverb.

7

आवश्यकतानुसार ब्रेक लें।

Take a break as needed.

Self-care instruction.

8

दस्तावेज़ आवश्यकतानुसार तैयार करें।

Prepare documents as required.

Task-oriented instruction.

1

हम अपनी योजना में आवश्यकतानुसार बदलाव करेंगे।

We will make changes in our plan as needed.

Future tense with a complex object.

2

छात्रों को आवश्यकतानुसार अतिरिक्त कक्षाएं दी जाएंगी।

Extra classes will be given to students as required.

Passive voice construction.

3

आप इस ऐप को आवश्यकतानुसार कस्टमाइज़ कर सकते हैं।

You can customize this app as needed.

Using a loanword (customize) with formal Hindi.

4

आवश्यकतानुसार पुलिस तैनात की गई है।

Police have been deployed as needed.

Adverbial usage in a news context.

5

कृपया आवश्यकतानुसार अपने पासवर्ड बदलें।

Please change your passwords as required.

Security instruction.

6

कंपनी आवश्यकतानुसार नए नियम लागू कर सकती है।

The company can implement new rules as required.

Corporate formal register.

7

आवश्यकतानुसार सामग्री का उपयोग करें।

Use the materials as per requirement.

Resource management instruction.

8

क्या हम आवश्यकतानुसार बजट बढ़ा सकते हैं?

Can we increase the budget as needed?

Interrogative formal sentence.

1

परियोजना की सफलता के लिए आवश्यकतानुसार संसाधन जुटाए गए हैं।

Resources have been gathered as needed for the success of the project.

Complex sentence with a purpose clause.

2

मरीज को आवश्यकतानुसार दवा की खुराक दी जानी चाहिए।

The patient should be given the medicine dosage as required.

Modal verb 'chahiye' with passive sense.

3

आवश्यकतानुसार डेटा का विश्लेषण किया जाएगा।

The data will be analyzed as required.

Technical/Scientific register.

4

न्यायाधीश ने आवश्यकतानुसार गवाहों को बुलाया।

The judge called the witnesses as required.

Legal context.

5

सॉफ्टवेयर को आवश्यकतानुसार अपडेट किया जाना चाहिए।

The software should be updated as required.

Technical maintenance.

6

आवश्यकतानुसार टीम के सदस्यों की भूमिकाएं बदली जा सकती हैं।

The roles of team members can be changed as needed.

Organizational management context.

7

सरकार आवश्यकतानुसार नए कानून पेश करेगी।

The government will introduce new laws as required.

Political/Administrative register.

8

आवश्यकतानुसार उपकरणों की मरम्मत की जाती है।

Tools are repaired as required.

Habitual present passive.

1

संविधान में आवश्यकतानुसार संशोधन करने की शक्ति संसद के पास है।

Parliament has the power to make amendments in the constitution as required.

Constitutional/Legal discourse.

2

लेखक ने अपनी कहानी में आवश्यकतानुसार ऐतिहासिक तथ्यों का समावेश किया है।

The author has incorporated historical facts into his story as required.

Literary analysis register.

3

बाजार की अस्थिरता को देखते हुए, निवेश में आवश्यकतानुसार बदलाव अनिवार्य हैं।

Given the market volatility, changes in investment as per necessity are mandatory.

Financial analysis with a participial phrase.

4

आवश्यकतानुसार मानवीय हस्तक्षेप से पारिस्थितिकी तंत्र को संतुलित किया जा सकता है।

The ecosystem can be balanced through human intervention as required.

Scientific/Environmental discourse.

5

शिक्षा प्रणाली में आवश्यकतानुसार नवाचार लाने की अत्यंत आवश्यकता है।

There is an extreme need to bring innovation into the education system as required.

Policy discussion register.

6

आवश्यकतानुसार कूटनीतिक संबंधों को पुनर्गठित किया गया।

Diplomatic relations were reorganized as required.

International relations register.

7

अनुसंधान के दौरान आवश्यकतानुसार चरों को नियंत्रित किया गया।

Variables were controlled as required during the research.

Academic/Research terminology.

8

आवश्यकतानुसार सांस्कृतिक मूल्यों का अनुकूलन समाज की प्रगति के लिए आवश्यक है।

Adaptation of cultural values as required is necessary for the progress of society.

Sociological discourse.

1

किसी भी दार्शनिक तर्क में आवश्यकतानुसार शब्दावली का चयन उसके प्रभाव को निर्धारित करता है।

In any philosophical argument, the selection of vocabulary as required determines its impact.

Abstract philosophical discourse.

2

प्रशासनिक दक्षता के लिए आवश्यकतानुसार विकेंद्रीकरण की प्रक्रिया को अपनाया गया।

The process of decentralization was adopted as required for administrative efficiency.

Advanced governance terminology.

3

आवश्यकतानुसार भाषाई बारीकियों का प्रयोग ही एक श्रेष्ठ अनुवादक की पहचान है।

The use of linguistic nuances as required is the hallmark of a great translator.

Linguistic/Translation theory.

4

आवश्यकतानुसार मौद्रिक नीति में कड़े कदम उठाना अर्थव्यवस्था के हित में है।

Taking tough steps in monetary policy as required is in the interest of the economy.

Macroeconomic analysis.

5

आवश्यकतानुसार सत्ता का हस्तांतरण लोकतंत्र की परिपक्वता का सूचक है।

The transfer of power as required is an indicator of the maturity of a democracy.

Political science discourse.

6

आवश्यकतानुसार तकनीकी संरचना में आमूल-चूल परिवर्तन किए गए।

Radical changes were made in the technical structure as required.

High-level technical reporting.

7

आवश्यकतानुसार व्यक्तिगत स्वतंत्रता और सामाजिक सुरक्षा के बीच संतुलन बनाना राज्य का दायित्व है।

It is the duty of the state to balance personal liberty and social security as required.

Legal/Political philosophy.

8

आवश्यकतानुसार उपलब्ध साक्ष्यों का पुनर्मूल्यांकन करना न्याय प्रक्रिया का हिस्सा है।

Re-evaluating the available evidence as required is part of the judicial process.

Advanced legal procedure.

Synonyms

ज़रूरत के अनुसार यथावश्यक ज़रूरत के मुताबिक हस्बे-ज़रूरत जितनी ज़रूरत हो यथासमय यथोचित ज़रूरत के हिसाब से

Antonyms

अनावश्यक रूप से बेवजह बिना ज़रूरत के फालतू में

Common Collocations

आवश्यकतानुसार बदलाव
नमक आवश्यकतानुसार
आवश्यकतानुसार संशोधन
आवश्यकतानुसार तैनाती
आवश्यकतानुसार उपलब्ध
आवश्यकतानुसार उपयोग
आवश्यकतानुसार वृद्धि
आवश्यकतानुसार कटौती
आवश्यकतानुसार सहायता
आवश्यकतानुसार समय

Common Phrases

आवश्यकतानुसार प्रयोग करें

— Use as per requirement. Common in lab or kitchen settings.

रसायनों का आवश्यकतानुसार प्रयोग करें।

आवश्यकतानुसार परिवर्तन

— Changes as needed. Used in project management.

हम अपनी रणनीति में आवश्यकतानुसार परिवर्तन करेंगे।

आवश्यकतानुसार सूचना

— Information as required. Used in data collection.

आवश्यकतानुसार सूचना प्रदान करें।

आवश्यकतानुसार विस्तार

— Expansion as needed. Used in business or tech.

नेटवर्क का आवश्यकतानुसार विस्तार किया जा सकता है।

आवश्यकतानुसार सुधार

— Improvement as required. Used in feedback.

लेखन में आवश्यकतानुसार सुधार करें।

आवश्यकतानुसार चयन

— Selection as needed. Used in recruitment.

उम्मीदवारों का आवश्यकतानुसार चयन किया जाएगा।

आवश्यकतानुसार वितरण

— Distribution as per need. Used in logistics.

सामग्री का आवश्यकतानुसार वितरण करें।

आवश्यकतानुसार सुरक्षा

— Security as required. Used in event planning.

कार्यक्रम में आवश्यकतानुसार सुरक्षा बढ़ाई जाएगी।

आवश्यकतानुसार अनुमति

— Permission as needed. Used in bureaucratic contexts.

आवश्यकतानुसार अनुमति दी जाएगी।

आवश्यकतानुसार परामर्श

— Consultation as required. Used in medical/legal fields.

डॉक्टर से आवश्यकतानुसार परामर्श लें।

Often Confused With

आवश्यकतानुसार vs यथासंभव (Yathasambhav)

Means 'as far as possible'. Aavashyaktaanusar means 'as per need'. They are different logic.

आवश्यकतानुसार vs इच्छानुसार (Icchanusar)

Means 'as per wish'. Necessity vs. Desire.

आवश्यकतानुसार vs अनिवार्य (Anivarya)

Means 'mandatory'. Aavashyaktaanusar is flexible, Anivarya is not.

Idioms & Expressions

"ज़रूरत पड़ने पर"

— When the need arises. A common idiomatic alternative.

ज़रूरत पड़ने पर मैं तुम्हारी मदद करूँगा।

Neutral
"वक्त के अनुसार"

— According to the time/situation. Similar conditional logic.

हमें वक्त के अनुसार बदलना चाहिए।

Neutral
"हाथ तंग होना"

— To be short of money (and thus acting 'as needed' strictly).

आजकल मेरा हाथ तंग है, इसलिए मैं आवश्यकतानुसार ही खर्च करता हूँ।

Informal
"मजबूरी का नाम महात्मा गांधी"

— Doing something only because of necessity (humorous/cynical).

अब आवश्यकतानुसार यह काम करना ही होगा, मजबूरी का नाम महात्मा गांधी।

Slang/Colloquial
"जैसी बहे बयार, पीठ तब तैसी दीजै"

— Adjust yourself according to the wind (necessity).

राजनीति में आवश्यकतानुसार रुख बदलना पड़ता है, जैसी बहे बयार...

Literary/Proverb
"समय की पुकार"

— The call of the hour (the ultimate necessity).

आवश्यकतानुसार बदलाव करना समय की पुकार है।

Formal/Rhetorical
"ज़रूरत ईजाद की माँ है"

— Necessity is the mother of invention.

आवश्यकतानुसार नए आविष्कार होते रहते हैं क्योंकि ज़रूरत ईजाद की माँ है।

Standard
"देखें ऊँट किस करवट बैठता है"

— Wait and see how things turn out (to decide what is needed).

अभी इंतज़ार करो, आवश्यकतानुसार फैसला लेंगे, देखें ऊँट किस करवट बैठता है।

Idiomatic
"पानी पीकर जात पूछना"

— To act first and then check the necessity/rule (ironic).

उसने आवश्यकतानुसार काम तो कर लिया, पर अब नियम पूछ रहा है।

Idiomatic
"जैसा देश वैसा भेष"

— When in Rome, do as the Romans do (adjust as per necessity).

वहाँ हमें आवश्यकतानुसार कपड़े पहनने होंगे, जैसा देश वैसा भेष।

Proverb

Easily Confused

आवश्यकतानुसार vs अनुसार

It's the suffix of our target word.

Anusar just means 'according to'; Aavashyaktaanusar specifies 'according to NEED'.

नियम के अनुसार (According to rule) vs आवश्यकतानुसार (As needed).

आवश्यकतानुसार vs यथावश्यक

Synonym with similar sound.

Yathavashyak is more archaic/Sanskritized than Aavashyaktaanusar.

यथावश्यक वस्तुएं (Necessary items).

आवश्यकतानुसार vs उचित

Often used in similar contexts of 'correct amount'.

Uchit means 'appropriate/proper', while Aavashyaktaanusar means 'needed'.

उचित मूल्य (Proper price) vs आवश्यकतानुसार मूल्य (Price as needed).

आवश्यकतानुसार vs पर्याप्त

Both deal with quantity.

Paryapt means 'enough/sufficient' (a result), Aavashyaktaanusar is the 'method' of reaching that result.

यह पर्याप्त है (This is enough).

आवश्यकतानुसार vs अपेक्षित

Formal words regarding needs.

Apekshit means 'expected/required by others', Aavashyaktaanusar is 'as per the situation's need'.

अपेक्षित परिणाम (Expected result).

Sentence Patterns

A2

[Object] + आवश्यकतानुसार + [Verb]

नमक आवश्यकतानुसार डालें।

B1

[Subject] + आवश्यकतानुसार + [Object] + [Verb]

हम आवश्यकतानुसार समय बदलेंगे।

B2

[Subject] + [Object] + आवश्यकतानुसार + [Passive Verb]

योजना में आवश्यकतानुसार बदलाव किए जाएंगे।

C1

[Contextual Phrase] + आवश्यकतानुसार + [Action]

बाजार की स्थिति को देखते हुए, आवश्यकतानुसार कदम उठाए गए।

A1

आवश्यकतानुसार + [Noun]

आवश्यकतानुसार पानी।

B1

आवश्यकतानुसार + [Adjective] + [Noun]

आवश्यकतानुसार अतिरिक्त समय।

C2

[Abstract Subject] + आवश्यकतानुसार + [Philosophical Action]

सत्य का प्रकटीकरण आवश्यकतानुसार होना चाहिए।

B2

[Instruction] + आवश्यकतानुसार + [Condition]

दवा लें आवश्यकतानुसार।

Word Family

Nouns

आवश्यकता (Necessity)
अवश्यक (Essential - used as adj/noun root)
अनुसरण (Following/According)

Verbs

आवश्यक होना (To be necessary)
अनुसरण करना (To follow/accord)

Adjectives

आवश्यक (Necessary)
अत्यावश्यक (Extremely necessary)
अनावश्यक (Unnecessary)

Related

ज़रूरत
अनिवार्यता
प्रयोजन
अपेक्षा
मांग
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How to Use It

frequency

High in formal/technical Hindi; Low in street slang.

Common Mistakes
  • आवश्यकतानुसार के → आवश्यकतानुसार

    Adding 'ke' is redundant because '-anusar' already means 'according to'.

  • अवश्यकतानुसार → आवश्यकतानुसार

    The first letter must be 'Aa' (आ), not 'A' (अ).

  • ज़रूरतनुसार → ज़रूरत के अनुसार

    You cannot join the Persian word 'Zaroorat' directly with the Sanskrit suffix 'Anusar' in standard Hindi. Use 'ke' in between.

  • आवश्यकतानुसारों → आवश्यकतानुसार

    Adverbs in Hindi do not have plural forms.

  • आवश्यकतनुसार → आवश्यकतानुसार

    Missing the long 'aa' vowel on the 't' (त).

Tips

No Postpositions

Never add 'ke' or 'se' after 'आवश्यकतानुसार'. The suffix '-anusar' already contains the meaning of 'according to'.

The Junction Stress

Put a slight emphasis on the 'taa' sound where the two words meet. This helps listeners process the long compound.

The Anusar Family

Learn this word alongside 'Niyamanusar' and 'Samayanusar'. They all follow the same logical pattern.

Formal Reports

Always use this word in formal reports or academic essays to maintain a high linguistic register.

Kitchen Hindi

In recipes, 'नमक आवश्यकतानुसार' is the standard way to say 'salt to taste'. It's a great place to start using it.

News Alerts

Listen for this word in news reports about government actions or economic changes.

Necessity-According

Translate it literally in your head to 'Necessity-According' to remember the Sanskrit components.

Avoid Overuse

In a single paragraph, don't use it more than once. Switch to 'ज़रूरत के अनुसार' for variety.

Spelling check

Double check the 'aa' (ा) after 't' (त). It is 'taa' not 'ta'.

Business Meetings

Use this word when discussing resource allocation or project timelines to sound authoritative.

Memorize It

Mnemonic

Think of 'Aavashyakta' as 'A-Vast-Necessity' and 'Anusar' as 'Answer'. Your 'Answer' depends on the 'Necessity'.

Visual Association

Imagine a chef holding a salt shaker, looking at a pot. He doesn't dump the whole bottle; he shakes it 'Aavashyaktaanusar' (as needed).

Word Web

Need Rule According Formal Limit Measure Instruction Requirement

Challenge

Write three instructions for a robot using this word. For example: 'Charge the battery **आवश्यकतानुसार**'.

Word Origin

Compound of two Sanskrit words: 'āvaśyakatā' (necessity) + 'anusāra' (following). It is a 'Tatsam' word, meaning it has been taken directly from Sanskrit into modern Hindi without phonetic changes.

Original meaning: Conforming to the state of being unavoidable or necessary.

Indo-Aryan / Indo-European.

Cultural Context

It is a very safe, neutral, and professional word. No offensive connotations.

Equivalent to 'as needed' in medical prescriptions or 'at your discretion' in professional advice.

Government of India Official Gazettes Hindi translations of the Indian Constitution Classic Hindi cookbooks by Tarla Dalal

Practice in Real Life

Real-World Contexts

Cooking

  • नमक आवश्यकतानुसार
  • पानी आवश्यकतानुसार
  • मसाले आवश्यकतानुसार
  • तेल आवश्यकतानुसार

Office

  • आवश्यकतानुसार बदलाव
  • आवश्यकतानुसार ओवरटाइम
  • आवश्यकतानुसार रिपोर्ट
  • आवश्यकतानुसार छुट्टी

Medical

  • दवा आवश्यकतानुसार
  • खुराक आवश्यकतानुसार
  • विश्राम आवश्यकतानुसार
  • परामर्श आवश्यकतानुसार

Legal

  • आवश्यकतानुसार संशोधन
  • आवश्यकतानुसार कार्रवाई
  • आवश्यकतानुसार साक्ष्य
  • आवश्यकतानुसार नोटिस

Technology

  • आवश्यकतानुसार अपडेट
  • आवश्यकतानुसार कस्टमाइज़
  • आवश्यकतानुसार स्टोरेज
  • आवश्यकतानुसार सेटिंग्स

Conversation Starters

"क्या हम इस योजना में आवश्यकतानुसार बदलाव कर सकते हैं?"

"आपको आवश्यकतानुसार कितनी सहायता चाहिए?"

"क्या आवश्यकतानुसार अतिरिक्त समय मिल सकता है?"

"हमें आवश्यकतानुसार अपनी रणनीति बदलनी चाहिए, आपका क्या विचार है?"

"क्या आपने आवश्यकतानुसार सभी दस्तावेज़ तैयार कर लिए हैं?"

Journal Prompts

आज आपने अपनी दिनचर्या में आवश्यकतानुसार क्या बदलाव किए? (What changes did you make in your routine today as needed?)

क्या आपको लगता है कि समाज को आवश्यकतानुसार अपने नियमों को बदलना चाहिए? (Do you think society should change its rules as required?)

एक ऐसी स्थिति के बारे में लिखें जब आपने आवश्यकतानुसार किसी की मदद की। (Write about a situation when you helped someone as needed.)

क्या आप अपने खर्चों को आवश्यकतानुसार नियंत्रित करते हैं? कैसे? (Do you control your expenses as required? How?)

एक नई भाषा सीखने के लिए आप आवश्यकतानुसार कितना समय देते हैं? (How much time do you give as required to learn a new language?)

Frequently Asked Questions

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Grammatically, it is a compound noun that functions as an adverb (Avyayibhava Samasa). It describes how an action is performed.

You can, but it will sound very formal. It's like saying 'as per the requirements' to a friend instead of 'as you need'.

The meaning is identical, but 'आवश्यकतानुसार' is formal/Sanskritized, while 'ज़रूरत के हिसाब से' is neutral/spoken Hindi.

Break it: Aa-vash-yak-taa-nu-saar. Pay attention to the 'aa' sounds at the start and in the middle.

No. Adverbial compounds in Hindi are 'Avyay' (indeclinable), meaning they never change form.

In very formal Hindi, 'यथावश्यक' (Yathavashyak) is used, which is shorter but even more formal.

Yes! It is an excellent word for a job interview to show high-level language skills.

No, it's too formal for romantic songs. You'll find 'ज़रूरत' or 'आरज़ू' there instead.

No, it is used for actions or quantities. You don't say 'I need people as needed' in that way; you'd say 'I will hire people as needed'.

No. It stands alone. 'आवश्यकतानुसार काम करो' is correct. 'आवश्यकतानुसार से काम करो' is wrong.

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Pronounce: आ-व-श्य-क-ता-नु-सा-र

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Say 'Salt as needed' in Hindi.

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Say 'Change as needed' in Hindi.

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Translate and speak: 'I will help as needed.'

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Speak a sentence about office rules using the word.

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How would you tell a doctor you take pills only as needed?

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Pronounce the word focusing on the 'taa' sound.

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Translate and speak: 'Please update the app as required.'

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Describe a recipe step using the word.

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Give a formal instruction to a team about resource use.

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Say 'Police were deployed as needed' in a news-anchor voice.

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Translate and speak: 'The budget will be increased as needed.'

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Explain the meaning of the word in Hindi.

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Say 'Take a break as needed' formally.

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Translate and speak: 'The plan was modified as required.'

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How do you say 'As per requirements' in one Hindi word?

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Speak a sentence about historical facts in a story.

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Translate and speak: 'Variables were controlled as required.'

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Say 'We will decide as needed' formally.

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Pronounce the full compound word three times quickly.

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Listen to the word: [Aavashyaktaanusar]. What does it mean?

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In a recipe, you hear 'Namak aavashyaktaanusar'. How much salt should you add?

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A news anchor says 'Police aavashyaktaanusar tainaat hai'. Where are the police?

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You hear: 'Dava aavashyaktaanusar lein'. When should you take the medicine?

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Listen for the suffix: 'Niyamanusar', 'Samayanusar', 'Aavashyaktaanusar'. What do they have in common?

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A manager says 'Budget aavashyaktaanusar badhayenge'. What is happening to the budget?

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You hear: 'Yojana mein aavashyaktaanusar sanshodhan hoga'. What will happen to the plan?

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In a school, you hear: 'Chhatro ko aavashyaktaanusar samay milega'. Who gets time?

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A chef says 'Mirch aavashyaktaanusar'. What is 'Mirch'?

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You hear a legal term: 'Aavashyaktaanusar karravai'. What is 'Karravai'?

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A doctor says: 'Aavashyaktaanusar paramarsh lein'. What is 'Paramarsh'?

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You hear: 'Paani aavashyaktaanusar pijiye'. What is the instruction?

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A tech guide says: 'App aavashyaktaanusar update karein'. What should you update?

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You hear: 'Aavashyaktaanusar sahayata milegi'. What will be given?

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A speaker says: 'Satta ka hastantaran aavashyaktaanusar'. What is being transferred?

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