अज्ञात
अज्ञात in 30 Seconds
- अज्ञात means 'unknown' or 'unidentified'.
- It is a formal adjective that does not change its form.
- Commonly used in news, science, math, and literature.
- Distinguished from 'anjān' (informal stranger) by its formal register.
The Hindi word अज्ञात (Ajñāt) is a sophisticated yet common adjective used to describe something that is not known, recognized, or identified. Derived from Sanskrit, it combines the prefix 'अ-' (a-), meaning 'not', with 'ज्ञात' (jñāt), meaning 'known'. In everyday Hindi, while words like 'अनजान' (anjān) are used for people you haven't met, 'अज्ञात' carries a more formal, objective, or even mysterious weight. It is the standard term used in news reports, scientific contexts, and literature to denote the 'unknown'.
- Formal Usage
- In legal and police terminology, an unidentified suspect is referred to as an 'अज्ञात व्यक्ति' (ajñāt vyakti). This is crucial for formal documentation where precision is required.
पुलिस ने अज्ञात हमलावरों के खिलाफ मामला दर्ज किया है। (The police have registered a case against unknown attackers.)
- Mathematical Context
- In algebra, the 'unknown variable' (like x or y) is often called 'अज्ञात राशि' (ajñāt rāshi). This shows the word's versatility beyond just social contexts.
Beyond the tangible, 'अज्ञात' is frequently used in spiritual and philosophical discussions. It refers to the 'Great Unknown' or the mysteries of the universe that human logic has yet to decipher. In poetry, an 'अज्ञात प्रेमी' (unknown lover) or 'अज्ञात डगर' (unknown path) evokes a sense of longing and adventure. This dual nature—being both a cold clinical term and a warm poetic one—makes it a vital word for any Hindi learner reaching the A2 level and beyond. Whether you are reading a newspaper headline about an 'अज्ञात शव' (unidentified body) or a novel about an 'अज्ञात द्वीप' (unknown island), this word serves as your gateway to the mysteries of the Hindi language.
Using अज्ञात correctly requires understanding its role as an adjective that usually precedes the noun it modifies. It does not change its form based on the gender or number of the noun, which makes it relatively easy for English speakers to master. You can place it before people, places, reasons, or abstract concepts.
- Modifying People
- When referring to an anonymous source or an unidentified person: 'अज्ञात लेखक' (Unknown author).
यह कविता किसी अज्ञात कवि द्वारा लिखी गई है। (This poem was written by some unknown poet.)
- Modifying Abstract Concepts
- When describing feelings or causes that aren't clear: 'अज्ञात भय' (Unknown fear/Anxiety).
You will often find it paired with postpositions like 'से' (from) or 'में' (in). For example, 'अज्ञात कारणों से' (for unknown reasons). This is a very common phrase in news reporting to explain delays or sudden events. Another common structure is 'अज्ञात की खोज' (search for the unknown), which is a common theme in science and exploration narratives. By mastering these pairings, you can transition from simple sentences to complex, native-like expressions.
In the modern Hindi-speaking world, अज्ञात is ubiquitous in media and academic settings. If you turn on a Hindi news channel like Aaj Tak or NDTV India, you will frequently hear this word in the context of crime reporting or breaking news. It is the standard term for 'unidentified' or 'anonymous'.
दुर्घटना अज्ञात कारणों से हुई। (The accident occurred due to unknown reasons.)
In schools and universities, mathematics teachers use it for variables. Students are taught to 'find the value of the unknown' (अज्ञात मान ज्ञात कीजिए). In literature, especially in historical or mystery novels, 'अज्ञात' is used to build suspense. An 'अज्ञात पत्र' (anonymous letter) is a classic plot device. Furthermore, in the digital age, 'अज्ञात' is used in software translations for 'Unknown'—such as 'Unknown Device' (अज्ञात उपकरण) or 'Unknown Error' (अज्ञात त्रुटि) in your phone settings or computer interfaces.
The most common mistake for learners is confusing अज्ञात with अनजान (anjān). While both mean 'unknown', they are used in different registers and contexts. 'अनजान' is more informal and often refers to a person's lack of knowledge or a stranger. 'अज्ञात' is formal and refers to the state of something being unidentified by anyone.
- Register Conflict
- Mistake: Calling a person you just met 'अज्ञात'. Correct: Use 'अजनबी' (stranger) or 'अनजान व्यक्ति'. 'अज्ञात' sounds like a police report.
Incorrect: मैं इस शहर में अज्ञात हूँ। (I am unknown in this city.)
Correct: मैं इस शहर में अनजान हूँ। (I am a stranger in this city.)
Another mistake is trying to pluralize it. Because it is an adjective derived from Sanskrit ending in a consonant sound (t), it does not change to 'अज्ञाते' or 'अज्ञातों'. It remains 'अज्ञात' regardless of the noun it describes. Lastly, learners sometimes confuse it with 'गुप्त' (gupt). While 'अज्ञात' means unknown, 'गुप्त' means 'secret' or 'hidden'. Something can be 'अज्ञात' simply because we haven't found it yet, but 'गुप्त' implies an intentional hiding.
To enrich your Hindi, it is essential to know words that orbit the meaning of अज्ञात. Depending on your context—be it legal, poetic, or casual—you might choose a different term.
- अज्ञात vs. अनजान (Anjān)
- 'अज्ञात' is formal/scientific (Unknown). 'अनजान' is casual/personal (Unfamiliar/Stranger).
- अज्ञात vs. गुप्त (Gupt)
- 'अज्ञात' is simply not known. 'गुप्त' is intentionally kept secret.
- अज्ञात vs. अपरिचित (Aparicit)
- 'अपरिचित' specifically means 'unacquainted' or 'unfamiliar' with a person or place.
In academic writing, you might use 'अनिर्धारित' (unspecified) or 'अस्पष्ट' (unclear) if the lack of knowledge is due to a lack of clarity. If you are talking about something that is beyond human knowledge, the word 'अगम्य' (inaccessible/unfathomable) or 'अज्ञेय' (unknowable) might be more appropriate. 'अज्ञेय' is a very high-level philosophical term often used in debates about the existence of God or the nature of the soul.
How Formal Is It?
Fun Fact
The root 'jñā' (to know) is cognate with the English word 'know' and the Greek 'gnosis'. You can see the 'kn' and 'gn' connections across these languages!
Pronunciation Guide
- Pronouncing 'jñ' as 'gn' like in 'ignore'. In Hindi, it's closer to 'gya'.
- Making the final 't' too hard like in 'cat'. It should be soft and dental.
Difficulty Rating
Easy to recognize in news and books.
Requires remembering the 'jñ' conjunct character.
The 'jñ' sound can be tricky for native English speakers.
Distinct sound, easy to pick up in formal speech.
What to Learn Next
Prerequisites
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Grammar to Know
Invariable Adjectives
अज्ञात remains the same for 'अज्ञात आदमी' and 'अज्ञात औरत'.
Sanskrit Prefixes
The prefix 'अ-' is used to create opposites (e.g., संभव -> असंभव).
Conjunct Characters
The 'ज्ञ' (jñ) is a combination of 'ज्' and 'ञ्'.
Postpositional Phrases
In 'अज्ञात कारणों से', 'से' triggers the oblique case for 'कारण' (कारणों).
Adjective Placement
Adjectives usually come before the noun in Hindi.
Examples by Level
यह एक अज्ञात व्यक्ति है।
This is an unknown person.
Ajñāt is used as a simple adjective here.
उसका नाम अज्ञात है।
His name is unknown.
The word order follows 'Subject + Name + Unknown + Is'.
अज्ञात जगह पर मत जाओ।
Do not go to an unknown place.
Imperative sentence using 'mat' for prohibition.
यह पत्र अज्ञात है।
This letter is unknown (anonymous).
Used to describe an object.
अज्ञात नंबर से कॉल आया।
A call came from an unknown number.
Common everyday usage.
वह अज्ञात शहर में है।
He is in an unknown city.
Preposition 'mein' follows the noun.
अज्ञात फल मत खाओ।
Do not eat unknown fruits.
Warning context.
यहाँ एक अज्ञात रास्ता है।
Here is an unknown path.
Descriptive usage.
अज्ञात कारणों से ट्रेन देरी से चल रही है।
The train is running late due to unknown reasons.
Use of 'kaaranon se' (due to reasons).
पुलिस अज्ञात चोर को ढूँढ रही है।
The police are looking for the unknown thief.
Present continuous tense.
यह अज्ञात भाषा है।
This is an unknown language.
Simple identification.
मुझे अज्ञात भय लग रहा है।
I am feeling an unknown fear.
Expressing an abstract feeling.
अज्ञात हमलावर भाग गए।
The unknown attackers fled.
Past tense 'bhag gaye'.
वह अज्ञात द्वीप की खोज कर रहा है।
He is searching for an unknown island.
Exploration context.
अज्ञात स्रोतों से जानकारी मिली है।
Information has been received from unknown sources.
Journalistic register.
गणित में 'x' एक अज्ञात राशि है।
In mathematics, 'x' is an unknown quantity.
Technical usage.
उसकी सफलता का राज अज्ञात है।
The secret of his success is unknown.
Abstract usage.
अज्ञात लेखकों की पुस्तकें भी अच्छी होती हैं।
Books by unknown authors are also good.
Plural noun 'lekhakon' with 'ki'.
वह अज्ञात डगर पर चल पड़ा।
He set out on an unknown path.
Poetic/Literary usage.
अज्ञात शव की पहचान हो गई है।
The unknown body has been identified.
Formal/News register.
वैज्ञानिक अज्ञात ग्रहों का अध्ययन कर रहे हैं।
Scientists are studying unknown planets.
Scientific context.
अज्ञात बीमारी का कोई इलाज नहीं है।
There is no cure for the unknown disease.
Medical context.
उसने अज्ञात व्यक्ति को अपनी कार दी।
He gave his car to an unknown person.
Indirect object usage.
अज्ञात शक्तियों ने उसकी मदद की।
Unknown forces helped him.
Supernatural context.
अज्ञात भविष्य की चिंता करना व्यर्थ है।
It is useless to worry about the unknown future.
Philosophical advice.
अज्ञात कारणों के चलते मैच रद्द कर दिया गया।
The match was cancelled due to unknown reasons.
Formal reporting style.
अज्ञात वायरस के फैलने से डर पैदा हो गया।
The spread of an unknown virus caused fear.
Current events context.
लेखक ने अज्ञात रहकर यह किताब लिखी।
The author wrote this book while remaining anonymous.
Using 'rahkar' (remaining).
अज्ञात अपराधियों ने बैंक लूट लिया।
Unknown criminals robbed the bank.
Crime reporting.
अज्ञात प्रदेशों की यात्रा रोमांचक होती है।
Traveling to unknown regions is exciting.
General statement.
उसकी आवाज़ में एक अज्ञात दर्द था।
There was an unknown pain in his voice.
Metaphorical usage.
अज्ञात स्रोतों के अनुसार, सरकार गिर सकती है।
According to unknown sources, the government may fall.
Political journalism.
मनुष्य हमेशा से अज्ञात को जानने के लिए उत्सुक रहा है।
Humans have always been curious to know the unknown.
Nominalized use of 'ajñāt'.
अज्ञात के प्रति आकर्षण ही विज्ञान की जननी है।
Attraction towards the unknown is the mother of science.
Abstract philosophical statement.
अज्ञात तत्वों की उपस्थिति ने प्रयोग को विफल कर दिया।
The presence of unknown elements caused the experiment to fail.
Technical/Scientific precision.
उसने अज्ञात के सागर में छलांग लगा दी।
He took a leap into the ocean of the unknown.
Metaphorical/Literary.
अज्ञात वास के दौरान पांडव भेष बदलकर रहे।
During their period of unknown residence, the Pandavas lived in disguise.
Historical/Mythological reference.
अज्ञात सत्ता पर विश्वास करना ही धर्म है।
Believing in an unknown power is what religion is.
Philosophical definition.
अज्ञात की गहराई को मापना असंभव है।
It is impossible to measure the depth of the unknown.
Existential statement.
अज्ञात शत्रुओं से सावधान रहना चाहिए।
One should be careful of unknown enemies.
Proverbial advice.
ब्रह्मांड का अधिकांश हिस्सा अज्ञात ऊर्जा से बना है।
A large part of the universe is made of unknown energy.
Scientific/Cosmological context.
मृत्यु एक अज्ञात द्वार है जिससे सबको गुजरना है।
Death is an unknown door through which everyone must pass.
Existential metaphor.
अज्ञात की पुकार उसे हिमालय की ओर ले गई।
The call of the unknown took him towards the Himalayas.
Poetic/Spiritual narrative.
उसकी कविताएँ अज्ञात के रहस्यों को उजागर करती हैं।
His poems reveal the mysteries of the unknown.
Literary criticism.
अज्ञात के भय को साहस में बदलना ही जीवन है।
Life is about turning the fear of the unknown into courage.
Motivational/Philosophical.
अज्ञात चरों का विश्लेषण करना ही अनुसंधान है।
Analyzing unknown variables is what research is.
Academic definition.
वह अज्ञात के सन्नाटे में खो गया।
He got lost in the silence of the unknown.
Evocative imagery.
अज्ञात की अनंतता हमें विनम्र बनाती है।
The infinity of the unknown makes us humble.
Reflective statement.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
— Towards the unknown. Often used in exploration or spiritual contexts.
उसने अज्ञात की ओर कदम बढ़ाया।
— To get lost in the unknown. Used for disappearance or deep thought.
वह पुरानी यादों के अज्ञात में खो गया।
— Facing the unknown. Used for bravery or new challenges.
हमें अज्ञात का सामना करना होगा।
— Living in an unknown place or in hiding. Famous from the Mahabharata.
पांडवों ने एक वर्ष का अज्ञातवास बिताया।
Often Confused With
Means 'unaware' or 'stranger'. Use 'anjān' for people you don't know personally.
Means 'stranger'. Refers to a person who is not known to you.
Means 'secret'. Implies that information is being hidden on purpose.
Idioms & Expressions
— To take a wild guess or act without knowledge.
बिना योजना के काम करना अज्ञात के अंधेरे में तीर चलाने जैसा है।
Informal— In the lap of the unknown; being in an unpredictable situation.
हमारा भविष्य अज्ञात की गोद में है।
LiteraryEasily Confused
Sounds similar to अज्ञात.
अज्ञानी means an ignorant person; अज्ञात means an unknown thing.
वह एक अज्ञानी बालक है।
Shares the same root.
अज्ञात means not known yet; अज्ञेय means it can NEVER be known.
ब्रह्मांड के रहस्य अज्ञेय हैं।
Often used as a single concept.
It's a noun meaning 'living in hiding', not just 'unknown'.
उनका अज्ञातवास समाप्त हुआ।
Both imply a lack of clarity.
अस्पष्ट means blurry/vague; अज्ञात means the identity itself is missing.
फोटो बहुत अस्पष्ट है।
Both mean anonymous.
बेनाम is more literal (no name); अज्ञात is broader (not known).
यह एक बेनाम चिट्ठी है।
Sentence Patterns
यह [Noun] अज्ञात है।
यह जगह अज्ञात है।
अज्ञात [Noun] ने [Verb] किया।
अज्ञात चोर ने चोरी की।
[Noun] अज्ञात कारणों से [Verb] है।
ट्रेन अज्ञात कारणों से लेट है।
अज्ञात [Noun] की पहचान [Verb]।
अज्ञात शव की पहचान की गई।
अज्ञात के प्रति [Noun] ...
अज्ञात के प्रति भय स्वाभाविक है।
अज्ञात की [Noun] को [Verb] ...
अज्ञात की अनंतता को समझना कठिन है।
किसी अज्ञात [Noun] से ...
किसी अज्ञात स्रोत से खबर मिली।
अज्ञात रहकर [Verb] ...
उसने अज्ञात रहकर दान दिया।
Word Family
Nouns
Verbs
Adjectives
Related
How to Use It
High in written Hindi and news; Medium-High in spoken Hindi.
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Using 'अज्ञाता' for feminine nouns.
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अज्ञात
Adjectives ending in consonants don't change for gender in Hindi.
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Saying 'अज्ञात दोस्त' for a new friend.
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नया दोस्त / अनजान दोस्त
'अज्ञात' is too formal for personal relationships.
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Pronouncing it as 'A-ja-nat'.
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A-gyaat
The 'ज्ञ' is a specific conjunct sound, not separate letters.
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Confusing 'अज्ञात' with 'अज्ञानी'.
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अज्ञात (unknown) vs अज्ञानी (ignorant)
One refers to the object, the other to the person's state of mind.
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Using 'अज्ञात' to mean 'secret'.
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गुप्त
Something unknown isn't always a secret; it might just be undiscovered.
Tips
Context is King
Always use 'अज्ञात' for official or scientific 'unknowns' to sound more natural.
No Changes
Don't worry about gender or number; 'अज्ञात' never changes its spelling.
Soft 'T'
Make sure your 't' is soft. Don't let it sound like the 't' in 'top'.
Spelling Check
Practice writing the 'ज्ञ' character; it's one of the trickiest in the alphabet.
Honor the Unknown
Remember 'अज्ञात शहीद' when visiting war memorials in India.
News Watch
Listen for this word in crime news to understand its real-world application.
Poetic Depth
Look for 'अज्ञात' in poetry to see its more emotional and mysterious side.
Root Learning
Learn 'ज्ञान' (knowledge) and 'ज्ञात' (known) together with 'अज्ञात'.
Anjān vs Ajñāt
Use 'anjān' for people/feelings and 'ajñāt' for facts/identities.
The 'A' Prefix
Notice how many Hindi words start with 'अ-' to mean 'not'. It's a huge vocabulary booster!
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Think of 'A' as 'Absent' and 'Jñāt' as 'Data'. If the Data is Absent, it is Ajñāt (Unknown).
Visual Association
Imagine a dark door with a large question mark on it. Behind that door is the 'Ajñāt' world.
Word Web
Challenge
Try to find three things in your room today whose origin or brand is 'Ajñāt' (unknown) to you.
Word Origin
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'अज्ञात' (ajñāta). It follows standard Sanskrit prefix rules where 'a-' negates the following word.
Original meaning: Not understood, not perceived, or not recognized.
Indo-Aryan / Sanskrit.Cultural Context
Generally neutral, but use 'anjān' for people to avoid sounding like a police officer.
Equivalent to 'Jane Doe/John Doe' contexts or 'Anonymous' in literature.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
Police Report
- अज्ञात हमलावर
- अज्ञात शव
- अज्ञात वाहन
- अज्ञात दिशा
Mathematics
- अज्ञात मान
- अज्ञात राशि
- अज्ञात चर
- अज्ञात संख्या
Literature
- अज्ञात लेखक
- अज्ञात कवि
- अज्ञात डगर
- अज्ञात प्रेमी
News/Media
- अज्ञात स्रोत
- अज्ञात कारण
- अज्ञात बीमारी
- अज्ञात स्थान
Technology
- अज्ञात डिवाइस
- अज्ञात नेटवर्क
- अज्ञात त्रुटि
- अज्ञात फाइल
Conversation Starters
"क्या आप किसी अज्ञात जगह पर जाना पसंद करेंगे?"
"अगर आपको किसी अज्ञात व्यक्ति का पत्र मिले, तो आप क्या करेंगे?"
"क्या आपको अज्ञात भविष्य से डर लगता है?"
"गणित में अज्ञात राशियों को हल करना आपको कैसा लगता है?"
"क्या आपने कभी किसी अज्ञात नंबर से कॉल उठाया है?"
Journal Prompts
अपने जीवन के किसी ऐसे अनुभव के बारे में लिखें जब आप किसी अज्ञात डर से डरे हुए थे।
अगर आप एक अज्ञात द्वीप पर अकेले हों, तो आप जीवित रहने के लिए क्या करेंगे?
अज्ञात को जानने की मानव इच्छा पर एक छोटा निबंध लिखें।
एक कहानी लिखें जिसका शीर्षक 'अज्ञात पत्र' हो।
क्या अज्ञात रहना (anonymous) आज की दुनिया में संभव है? अपने विचार व्यक्त करें।
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsNo, it's better to use 'अजनबी' or 'अपरिचित'. 'अज्ञात' sounds like you are reading a police report about them.
It is an adjective, so it doesn't have a gender itself. It stays the same for both 'अज्ञात पुरुष' and 'अज्ञात महिला'.
In Hindi, it is pronounced like 'gya' (as in 'yoga' + 'ya').
'अज्ञात' means something is simply not known. 'गुप्त' means someone is intentionally keeping it a secret.
You will see it in newspapers, hear it on news channels, and find it in math textbooks.
Yes, in philosophical contexts, it can mean 'the unknown' (e.g., 'अज्ञात की खोज').
Yes, it is very common in formal Hindi and is essential for A2 level learners.
The direct opposite is 'ज्ञात' (known).
No, it remains 'अज्ञात' for plural nouns as well.
Yes, 'अज्ञात राशि' is the standard term for an unknown variable.
Test Yourself 180 questions
Write a sentence using 'अज्ञात व्यक्ति'.
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Translate: 'The reason for the delay is unknown.'
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Describe an 'अज्ञात द्वीप' in two sentences.
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Write a short dialogue between a police officer and a witness using 'अज्ञात'.
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Translate: 'I am afraid of the unknown future.'
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Write a sentence using 'अज्ञात राशि' in a math context.
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Translate: 'Many facts of history are unknown.'
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Write a sentence about an 'अज्ञात लेखक'.
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Translate: 'The virus spread due to unknown reasons.'
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Use 'अज्ञात' in a poetic sentence.
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Translate: 'Information was received from unknown sources.'
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Write a sentence using 'अज्ञात भय'.
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Translate: 'The unidentified body was found in the forest.'
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Write a sentence about an 'अज्ञात नंबर'.
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Translate: 'Science is the search for the unknown.'
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Write a sentence about 'अज्ञात वास'.
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Translate: 'Don't go into the unknown darkness.'
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Write a sentence using 'अज्ञात शक्ति'.
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Translate: 'The location is still unknown.'
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Write a sentence about 'अज्ञात अपराधियों'.
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Pronounce correctly: 'अज्ञात' (Ajñāt).
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Say: 'Unidentified person' in Hindi.
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Use 'अज्ञात' in a sentence about a phone call.
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How do you say 'Unknown reasons'?
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Say: 'The future is unknown.'
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Pronounce: 'अज्ञात राशि'.
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Say: 'Unknown author' in Hindi.
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Use 'अज्ञात' to express a mysterious feeling.
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Say: 'According to unknown sources.'
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Say: 'Search for the unknown.'
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Pronounce: 'अज्ञात वास'.
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Say: 'Unknown criminals' in Hindi.
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Use 'अज्ञात' in a sentence about an island.
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Say: 'Unknown disease' in Hindi.
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Say: 'Unknown path' in Hindi.
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How do you say 'Unknown error'?
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Say: 'Unknown forces' in Hindi.
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Say: 'The reason is still unknown.'
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Use 'अज्ञात' in a sentence about a letter.
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Say: 'Unknown soldier' in Hindi.
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Listen and identify the word: 'Ajñāt'.
Which word means 'Unknown' in this sentence: 'Vah ajñāt sthān par hai'?
Identify the noun after 'Ajñāt' in: 'Ajñāt vyakti ne pukārā'.
Identify the reason in: 'Ajñāt kaaranon se deri hui'.
Listen and repeat: 'Bhavishya ajñāt hai'.
Identify the variable in: 'X ek ajñāt rāshi hai'.
Identify the source in: 'Ajñāt sroton se khabar mili'.
What kind of fear is mentioned: 'Use ajñāt bhay hai'?
Listen and spell: 'Ajñāt'.
Identify the author status: 'Lekhak ajñāt hai'.
Identify the place: 'Vah ajñāt dweep par hai'.
What was found: 'Nadi mein ajñāt shav mila'?
Identify the error type: 'System mein ajñāt truti hai'.
Identify the attackers: 'Ajñāt hamlaavaron ne hamla kiya'.
Identify the period: 'Pāndavon ne ajñātvās kiya'.
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Summary
Use 'अज्ञात' (Ajñāt) for formal or objective 'unknowns'—like an 'unknown suspect' or 'unknown reason'—rather than personal unfamiliarity. Example: 'अज्ञात कारणों से' (for unknown reasons).
- अज्ञात means 'unknown' or 'unidentified'.
- It is a formal adjective that does not change its form.
- Commonly used in news, science, math, and literature.
- Distinguished from 'anjān' (informal stranger) by its formal register.
Context is King
Always use 'अज्ञात' for official or scientific 'unknowns' to sound more natural.
No Changes
Don't worry about gender or number; 'अज्ञात' never changes its spelling.
Soft 'T'
Make sure your 't' is soft. Don't let it sound like the 't' in 'top'.
Spelling Check
Practice writing the 'ज्ञ' character; it's one of the trickiest in the alphabet.
Example
यह एक अज्ञात नंबर से कॉल था।
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