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बिलखना

bilakhna
Examples बिलखना in 30 Seconds
Explanation बिलखना in your Level:
At the A1 level, you don't need to use 'bilakhna' often, but it's helpful to recognize it as a 'strong' version of 'rona' (to cry). Think of it like this: 'rona' is when you are sad, but 'bilakhna' is when you are *very, very* sad and crying loudly. You might hear this in simple stories where a child is looking for their mother. At this stage, focus on the sound of the word—it sounds heavy and sad. Just remember it's a verb like 'khana' (to eat) or 'pina' (to drink), but it describes a very big feeling. You won't use it to talk about your daily life, but you might see it in a picture book where a character is crying a lot. It is an intransitive verb, so you don't need to worry about the 'ne' rule yet, as you will mostly use it in the present or simple past like 'Vah bilakha' (He cried loudly).
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By A2, you can start to distinguish between different types of crying. While you might still use 'rona' for most things, you can use 'bilakhna' to describe a scene in a movie or a story. For example, 'The baby is wailing' (Baccha bilakh raha hai). You should notice that this word is often used for children or people in great pain. You might also see it in the past continuous: 'Vah bilakh raha tha' (He was wailing). At this level, you should also learn that 'bilakhna' doesn't take 'ne' in the past tense. So, you say 'Bachchi bilakhi' (The girl wailed) and not 'Bachchi ne bilakha'. This is a key grammar point for A2 learners. It’s a word that adds 'color' to your descriptions of people's feelings.
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At the B1 level, you should be able to use 'bilakhna' to add emotional depth to your speaking and writing. This is the level where you move beyond basic communication and start expressing nuances. You should understand that 'bilakhna' is more intense than 'sisakna' (sobbing). You can use it in sentences like 'As soon as he heard the news, he started wailing' (Khabar sunte hi vah bilakhne laga). You should also become familiar with the common phrase 'bilakh-bilakh kar rona', which describes crying bitterly. This level requires you to understand the social context: you wouldn't use this word to describe a friend who is slightly upset; you use it for moments of genuine, deep distress. It's a key word for understanding Hindi news and literature.
As a B2 learner, you should use 'bilakhna' with precision. You should be able to identify it in complex texts and understand the 'Karuna Rasa' (pathos) it evokes. You can use it in compound verb forms like 'bilakh uthna' (to burst into wailing) to show sudden changes in emotion. You should also be able to compare it with formal synonyms like 'vilap karna' (to lament). At this stage, you might use 'bilakhna' in a creative writing piece to describe a character's reaction to a tragic event, or in a discussion about a serious social issue you saw on the news. You should also be comfortable with its use in different tenses and moods, including the subjunctive (e.g., 'kahin vah bilakh na pade' - lest he should start wailing).
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At the C1 level, you have a sophisticated understanding of 'bilakhna'. You recognize its use in classical Hindi literature and poetry, where it might be used metaphorically. For instance, a poet might describe the 'wailing' of the wind or the 'wailing' of a heart in separation. You understand the cultural nuances—how 'bilakhna' can be a communal act in certain mourning traditions. You can use the word fluently in academic or professional settings to describe the emotional impact of a disaster or a historical event. You are also aware of regional variations and how the word might be pronounced or used slightly differently in various Hindi dialects. Your use of the word is natural, and you never confuse it with its less intense counterparts.
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For a C2 learner, 'bilakhna' is part of a vast emotional lexicon. You can analyze the use of this word in the works of great Hindi writers like Premchand or Prasad, noting how it contributes to the overall tone of the narrative. You can use it in high-level literary criticism or when translating complex English texts into Hindi, choosing 'bilakhna' over 'rona' to capture the exact intensity of 'wailing' or 'howling with grief'. You understand the etymological roots and its connection to other Indo-Aryan languages. Your command is such that you can use the word to evoke specific emotional responses in your audience, whether you are writing a script, a speech, or a scholarly article. It is no longer just a vocabulary word; it is a tool for deep emotional expression.
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Examples

बिलखना in 30 Seconds

  • Bilakhna means to wail or cry bitterly and uncontrollably.
  • It is much more intense than the general word for crying (rona).
  • It is frequently used in news, literature, and high-drama movies.
  • Grammatically, it is an intransitive verb and does not take 'ne' in the past tense.

The Hindi verb बिलखना (Bilakhna) is a deeply evocative word that transcends the simple act of crying. While the common word for crying is 'रोना' (Rona), 'बिलखना' specifically describes a state of intense, uncontrollable wailing or sobbing. It implies a level of grief or physical pain that is so overwhelming that the person cannot contain their voice or their breath. When someone is 'bilakhna', they are often gasping for air between sobs, their body might be shaking, and the sound is usually loud and heart-wrenching.

Emotional Depth
This word is reserved for moments of profound loss, such as the death of a loved one, a catastrophic failure, or a child's extreme distress when separated from a parent. It is not used for minor inconveniences like stubbing a toe or watching a mildly sad movie.

माँ अपने खोए हुए बच्चे के लिए बिलख रही थी। (The mother was wailing for her lost child.)

In literary contexts, 'bilakhna' is often paired with 'bilakh-bilakh kar' to emphasize the repetitive and rhythmic nature of the wailing. It paints a picture of someone who is inconsolable. If you see this word in a news report or a novel, it is a signal to the reader that the situation is tragic and the suffering is acute. It is a word that demands empathy from the listener.

Physical Manifestation
The word often suggests a physical struggle. In Hindi grammar, it is an intransitive verb, meaning the action stays with the subject. You don't 'bilakh' something; you simply 'bilakh' out of sorrow. It is often accompanied by other verbs like 'तड़पना' (to writhe in pain) or 'कराहना' (to groan).

भूकंप के बाद लोग मलबे के पास बैठकर बिलख रहे थे। (After the earthquake, people were wailing sitting near the debris.)

Understanding 'bilakhna' requires understanding the 'Karuna Rasa' (the sentiment of pathos) in Indian aesthetics. It is a word that captures the essence of human vulnerability. When you hear this word in a Bollywood movie, it is usually during a high-stakes emotional climax. It is rarely used in casual conversation unless describing a very serious event.

Usage in Media
Journalists use 'bilakhna' to describe the families of victims in accidents or natural disasters. It adds a layer of human emotion to the reporting, making the tragedy more palpable to the audience.

वह अपनी किस्मत को कोसते हुए बिलख उठा। (He burst into wailing while cursing his fate.)

In summary, 'bilakhna' is a high-intensity verb that should be used with care. It conveys a sense of helplessness and extreme sorrow that 'rona' cannot fully capture. As a learner, identifying this word will help you understand the emotional gravity of the stories you read or hear in Hindi.

Using बिलखना (Bilakhna) correctly involves understanding its conjugation as a regular '-na' ending verb and its specific emotional placement. Because it describes a continuous or sudden state of intense emotion, it is frequently used in the continuous tense (raha hai/rahi hai) or with the auxiliary 'उठना' (uthna) to indicate a sudden outburst.

Sudden Outbursts
When someone suddenly starts wailing, we use 'बिलख उठना'. This compound verb structure emphasizes the spontaneity and intensity of the reaction.

बुरी खबर सुनते ही वह बिलख उठी। (As soon as she heard the bad news, she burst into wailing.)

Another common grammatical pattern is the use of the reduplicated form 'बिलख-बिलख कर' (bilakh-bilakh kar). This functions as an adverbial phrase describing *how* someone is crying. It is almost always paired with the verb 'रोना' (to cry).

Adverbial Usage
By saying 'bilakh-bilakh kar rona', you are emphasizing the duration and the repetitive nature of the sobbing. It translates to 'crying while wailing uncontrollably'.

बच्चा भूख के मारे बिलख-बिलख कर रो रहा था। (The child was crying and wailing bitterly due to hunger.)

In terms of tense, 'bilakhna' follows standard Hindi verb rules. For example, in the past tense: 'वह बिलखी' (She wailed - feminine) or 'वे बिलखे' (They wailed - masculine plural). In the future tense: 'वह बिलखेगा' (He will wail). However, because it's so emotional, you'll rarely see it in the future tense unless predicting a reaction to a tragedy.

Negative Sentences
Negative forms are less common because 'bilakhna' is an involuntary reaction. However, one might say 'वह नहीं बिलखी' (She did not wail) to indicate a surprising lack of emotion or extreme stoicism in the face of grief.

इतने बड़े दुख में भी वह नहीं बिलखी, वह पत्थर की तरह शांत रही। (Even in such great sorrow, she did not wail; she remained still as a stone.)

When writing in Hindi, use 'bilakhna' to add descriptive power. Instead of saying 'He was very sad and cried' (वह बहुत दुखी था और रोया), say 'He was wailing in sorrow' (वह दुख में बिलख रहा था). This instantly elevates the level of Hindi and provides a clearer emotional picture to the reader.

Comparison with 'Sisakna'
While 'sisakna' is sobbing (often quiet or caught in the throat), 'bilakhna' is loud and expressive. Knowing the difference allows you to describe specific stages of grief.

पहले वह सिसकी, फिर फूट-फूटकर बिलखने लगी। (First she sobbed quietly, then she started wailing uncontrollably.)

Mastering the use of 'bilakhna' involves recognizing that it is not just a verb, but a marker of extreme human experience. Use it sparingly and appropriately to maintain its impact.

In modern India, you are most likely to encounter बिलखना (Bilakhna) in three primary domains: news media, classical and contemporary literature, and high-drama entertainment. Understanding these contexts will help you recognize the word's weight and register.

News Reports and Journalism
Hindi news channels and newspapers frequently use 'bilakhna' when reporting on tragedies. Whether it's a train accident, a natural disaster, or a crime, reporters use this word to describe the families left behind. It serves to humanize the statistics.

अस्पताल के बाहर परिजनों का बिलखना देख सबका दिल पसीज गया। (Seeing the family members wailing outside the hospital, everyone's heart melted.)

In literature, 'bilakhna' is a staple for creating pathos. Renowned authors like Munshi Premchand often used this word to describe the plight of the poor or the suffering of women in a patriarchal society. In poetry, especially in the 'Viraha' (separation) tradition, the lover is often described as 'bilakhna' for their beloved.

TV Serials and Bollywood
Indian soap operas (daily soaps) are known for their heightened emotions. You will often hear characters say things like 'उसे बिलखता हुआ मत छोड़ो' (Don't leave him wailing). In movies, the background score often swells when a character starts 'bilakhna'.

फिल्म के क्लाइमेक्स में नायक अपनी माँ की गोद में बिलख रहा था। (In the film's climax, the hero was wailing in his mother's lap.)

In religious and mythological discourses (Katha), the speaker might describe a devotee 'bilakhna' for a vision of the divine. This suggests a spiritual longing that is as intense as physical or emotional pain. It shows that 'bilakhna' isn't always negative; it can represent a high state of devotion or 'Bhakti'.

Social Media and Viral Videos
On platforms like YouTube or Instagram, headlines for emotional videos often use 'bilakhna' as a 'clickbait' word to signal that the video is very sad. For example: 'माँ को देख बच्चा बिलख पड़ा' (The child burst into wailing upon seeing his mother).

इस वीडियो में बेसहारा कुत्ता मदद के लिए बिलख रहा है। (In this video, the helpless dog is wailing for help.)

Finally, while less common in everyday urban slang, you might hear it in rural dialects where emotional expression is often more raw and direct. If someone says 'Why are you bilakh-ing?' in a casual setting, they are likely being hyperbolic or mocking someone for overreacting to a small problem.

For English speakers learning Hindi, the most common mistake with बिलखना (Bilakhna) is using it too casually. Because English uses 'crying' for everything from a minor tear to a loud wail, learners often default to 'rona' or use 'bilakhna' in situations where it feels melodramatic.

Mistake 1: Casual Usage
Don't use 'bilakhna' if you're just sad about a movie or a small argument. It sounds like you're describing a life-altering tragedy. Use 'rona' (रोना) instead.

Incorrect: प्याज काटते समय वह बिलख रही थी। (She was wailing while cutting onions.)
Correct: प्याज काटते समय उसकी आँखों में आँसू थे। (She had tears in her eyes while cutting onions.)

Another error is confusing 'bilakhna' with 'chillana' (चिल्लाना - to shout). While 'bilakhna' is loud, it is a sound of sorrow, not necessarily anger or a call for attention. If someone is shouting in anger, 'bilakhna' is the wrong word.

Mistake 2: Confusing with Shouting
'Bilakhna' is involuntary and grief-stricken. 'Chillana' is often voluntary or driven by anger/excitement.

A grammatical mistake often involves the use of 'ne' (ने) in the past tense. Since 'bilakhna' is an intransitive verb (it doesn't have an object), you should *not* use 'ne' with the subject in the past tense. This is a common hurdle for B1 learners.

Mistake 3: Using 'ne' (ने)
Incorrect: उसने बिलखा (Usne bilakha)
Correct: वह बिलखा (Vah bilakha - He wailed) / वह बिलखी (Vah bilakhi - She wailed)

बच्चा बिलख पड़ा। (The child burst out wailing - Correct past tense without 'ne').

Learners also sometimes confuse 'bilakhna' with 'sisakna' (सिसकना - to sob). 'Sisakna' is the sound of catching one's breath while crying, often quieter. 'Bilakhna' is the full-throated release of that sorrow. Using 'bilakhna' for a quiet sob makes the description feel inaccurate.

Mistake 4: Mixing up intensities
Think of it as a scale: Tears (Aansoo) -> Crying (Rona) -> Sobbing (Sisakna) -> Wailing (Bilakhna). Don't jump to the end of the scale unless the situation warrants it.

Finally, ensure you don't confuse 'bilakhna' with 'bikhalna' (a common typo/mispronunciation, though not a standard word). The 'kh' comes after 'la'. Pronouncing it correctly is key to being understood in emotional contexts.

Hindi has a rich vocabulary for expressing sorrow. While बिलखना (Bilakhna) is specific to wailing, knowing its synonyms and related words will help you choose the right 'shade' of sadness for your context.

रोना (Rona)
The general term for crying. Use this when you don't need to specify the intensity or the sound. It's the safe, all-purpose verb.
सिसकना (Sisakna)
To sob. This implies the 'hiccup' sound people make when they try to control their crying or when they have been crying for a long time. It is less loud than 'bilakhna'.

वह कोने में बैठकर सिसक रही थी। (She was sobbing sitting in the corner.)

विलाप करना (Vilap Karna)
To lament. This is a formal, often literary term. It refers to the act of expressing grief through words and crying, usually after a death. 'Bilakhna' is the physical act; 'Vilap' is the entire process of mourning.
फूट-फूटकर रोना (Phoot-phootkar Rona)
To cry uncontrollably/to burst into tears. This is a very common idiomatic alternative to 'bilakhna'. It literally means crying so hard that you 'burst'.

परीक्षा में फेल होने पर वह फूट-फूटकर रोने लगा। (On failing the exam, he started crying uncontrollably.)

कराहना (Karahna)
To groan or moan. This is used more for physical pain than emotional grief, though the two can overlap. If someone is 'bilakhna' because of an injury, they are likely 'karahna' as well.

When choosing between these, consider the 'volume' and the 'source'. Is it a quiet sob? (Sisakna). Is it a public, loud expression of grief? (Bilakhna). Is it a formal lamentation? (Vilap karna). By varying your vocabulary, you make your Hindi sound more natural and sophisticated.

Antonyms to consider
To balance your knowledge, remember words like 'मुस्कुराना' (Muskurana - to smile) or 'खिलखिलाना' (Khilkhilana - to laugh heartily/giggle). These represent the opposite end of the emotional spectrum.

Pronunciation Guide

UK /bɪ.ləkʰ.nɑː/
US /bɪ.ləkʰ.nɑ/
The primary stress is on the second syllable 'lakh' (लख).
Rhymes With
सुलखना (sulakhna) परखना (parakhna) चखना (chakhna) रखना (rakhna) लखना (lakhna) दिखना (dikhna) बिकना (bikna) लिखना (likhna)
Common Errors
  • Pronouncing 'kh' as a simple 'k' (bilakna).
  • Swapping 'l' and 'kh' (bikhlana).
  • Making the first 'i' too long (beelakhna).
  • Ignoring the aspiration in 'kh'.
  • Pronouncing the final 'a' too short.
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Examples by Level

1

बच्चा बिलख रहा है।

The baby is wailing.

Present continuous tense (bilakh raha hai).

2

वह क्यों बिलखी?

Why did she wail?

Simple past tense, feminine (bilakhi).

3

मत बिलखो।

Don't wail.

Imperative mood (negative).

4

छोटा बच्चा बिलख उठा।

The small child burst into wailing.

Compound verb (bilakh utha).

5

वह बहुत बिलखा।

He wailed a lot.

Simple past tense, masculine (bilakha).

6

माँ, मत बिलखो।

Mother, don't wail.

Vocative use with imperative.

7

वे सब बिलख रहे थे।

They all were wailing.

Past continuous tense, plural.

8

क्या तुम बिलख रहे हो?

Are you wailing?

Interrogative in present continuous.

1

खिलौना टूटने पर बच्चा बिलखने लगा।

The child started wailing when the toy broke.

'ne laga' construction for 'started to'.

2

वह भूख के कारण बिलख रही थी।

She was wailing because of hunger.

'ke kaaran' (due to) used with past continuous.

3

उसने बिलखते हुए अपनी कहानी सुनाई।

He told his story while wailing.

'bilakhte hue' functions as a participle (while wailing).

4

गरीब आदमी मदद के लिए बिलख रहा था।

The poor man was wailing for help.

'ke liye' (for) showing the reason.

5

चोट लगने पर वह बिलख पड़ा।

He burst into wailing upon getting hurt.

'pada' auxiliary indicates a sudden action.

6

कुत्ता अपने मालिक के लिए बिलख रहा है।

The dog is wailing for its owner.

Animal subject using the verb metaphorically.

7

अंधेरे में बच्चा बिलख उठा।

The child burst into wailing in the dark.

'mein' (in) indicating the context.

8

वह दर्द से बिलख रही है।

She is wailing with pain.

'se' (with/from) indicating the cause.

1

अपने पिता की मृत्यु पर वह बिलख-बिलख कर रोई।

She cried bitterly and wailed at her father's death.

Reduplicated form 'bilakh-bilakh kar' for emphasis.

2

बाढ़ में घर खोने के बाद लोग बिलख रहे थे।

People were wailing after losing their homes in the flood.

Use of 'ke baad' (after).

3

वह अपनी असफलता पर बिलखने लगा।

He started wailing over his failure.

'par' (on/at) indicating the cause of emotion.

4

माँ को देखते ही खोया हुआ बच्चा बिलख पड़ा।

As soon as he saw his mother, the lost child burst into wailing.

'te hi' (as soon as) construction.

5

इतना मत बिलखो, सब ठीक हो जाएगा।

Don't wail so much, everything will be fine.

Adverbial 'itna' (so much).

6

गरीब माँ अपने बीमार बच्चे के लिए बिलख रही थी।

The poor mother was wailing for her sick child.

Descriptive adjectives used with the verb.

7

भीड़ में बिछड़ने पर वह बिलखने लगी।

She started wailing upon getting separated in the crowd.

'ne lagi' showing the onset of action.

8

दुर्घटना के बाद पूरा गाँव बिलख उठा।

The whole village burst into wailing after the accident.

Collective subject (pura gaon).

1

उसकी आँखों में आँसू नहीं थे, पर वह अंदर ही अंदर बिलख रहा था।

There were no tears in his eyes, but he was wailing deep inside.

Metaphorical use (andar hi andar - deep inside).

2

युद्ध की विभीषिका देख मानवता बिलख उठी।

Seeing the horrors of war, humanity burst into wailing.

Abstract subject (manavta).

3

वह अपनी पुरानी यादों को याद कर बिलखने लगी।

She started wailing while remembering her old memories.

'kar' participle showing the cause.

4

अस्पताल के गलियारों में परिजनों का बिलखना आम बात थी।

The wailing of relatives was a common sight in the hospital corridors.

Gerundial use (bilakhna as a noun).

5

इतनी बड़ी त्रासदी के बाद कोई भी बिलख पड़ता।

After such a big tragedy, anyone would burst into wailing.

Conditional/Potential meaning with 'padta'.

6

वह अपनी बेबसी पर बिलख-बिलख कर रो रहा है।

He is crying bitterly over his helplessness.

Abstract cause (bebasi - helplessness).

7

उसका बिलखना सुनकर पड़ोसियों का दिल पसीज गया।

Hearing her wailing, the neighbors' hearts melted.

Causal relationship described with 'sunkar'.

8

लेखक ने समाज की हालत पर बिलखते हुए शब्द लिखे हैं।

The author has written words while wailing over the state of society.

Adverbial participle (bilakhte hue).

1

विस्थापन का दर्द झेल रहे लोग अपनी जड़ों के लिए बिलख रहे हैं।

People suffering the pain of displacement are wailing for their roots.

Complex sentence with relative clause.

2

कवि की कविताओं में देश की दुर्दशा पर बिलखने का स्वर है।

In the poet's poems, there is a tone of wailing over the country's plight.

Noun form (bilakhne ka swar).

3

वह न्याय की गुहार लगाते हुए बिलख पड़ा, पर किसी ने न सुनी।

He burst into wailing while pleading for justice, but no one listened.

Contrastive conjunction 'par' (but).

4

सूखे की मार झेल रहे किसान अपनी बर्बाद फसलों को देख बिलख रहे थे।

Farmers facing the brunt of the drought were wailing seeing their ruined crops.

Participial phrase (maar jhel rahe).

5

उसकी खामोशी में भी एक गहरा बिलखना छिपा था।

Even in her silence, a deep wailing was hidden.

Abstract noun usage.

6

इतिहास के पन्नों में दबे हुए लोग आज भी अपनी पहचान के लिए बिलख रहे हैं।

People buried in the pages of history are still wailing for their identity today.

Metaphorical/Historical context.

7

महामारी के दौरान जब एम्बुलेंस नहीं मिली, तो वह सड़कों पर ही बिलखने लगा।

During the pandemic, when he didn't get an ambulance, he started wailing on the streets.

Temporal clause (ke dauran).

8

उसका बिलखना महज दिखावा नहीं, बल्कि उसकी रूह की पुकार थी।

Her wailing was not mere show, but rather a cry of her soul.

'Nahin, balki' (not, but rather) construction.

1

साहित्य में 'करुण रस' का चरमोत्कर्ष नायक के बिलखने में ही परिलक्षित होता है।

The climax of 'Karuna Rasa' in literature is reflected in the hero's wailing.

Academic/Literary register.

2

प्रकृति के विनाश पर पर्यावरणविद् बिलखते हुए चेतावनी दे रहे हैं।

Environmentalists are giving warnings while wailing over the destruction of nature.

Metaphorical usage for experts.

3

सत्ता की हवस में अंधे शासकों ने जनता को बिलखने पर मजबूर कर दिया है।

Rulers blinded by the lust for power have forced the public to wail.

Causal construction 'majboor kar dena'.

4

उसका बिलखना एक व्यक्तिगत शोक नहीं, अपितु एक युग की त्रासदी का प्रतीक था।

His wailing was not a personal grief, but rather a symbol of the tragedy of an era.

Formal conjunction 'apitu' (but rather).

5

जब शब्द मौन हो जाते हैं, तब आत्मा बिलखने लगती है।

When words fall silent, then the soul begins to wail.

Philosophical/Poetic usage.

6

शरणार्थी शिविरों में गूँजता वह बिलखना वैश्विक अंतरात्मा को झकझोरने के लिए पर्याप्त है।

That wailing echoing in refugee camps is enough to shake the global conscience.

Complex subject with 'gunjta' (echoing).

7

उनकी रचनाओं में शोषितों का बिलखना एक क्रांति के बीज की तरह है।

In their works, the wailing of the oppressed is like the seed of a revolution.

Metaphorical comparison with 'beej' (seed).

8

अस्तित्व के संकट से जूझती संस्कृतियाँ अपनी लुप्त होती पहचान पर बिलख रही हैं।

Cultures struggling with an existential crisis are wailing over their disappearing identity.

High-level sociological context.

Common Collocations

बिलख-बिलख कर रोना
बच्चे का बिलखना
दर्द से बिलखना
भूख से बिलखना
बिलख पड़ना
बिलख उठना
अंदर ही अंदर बिलखना
बेबसी में बिलखना
परिजनों का बिलखना
बुरी तरह बिलखना

Common Phrases

बिलखने की आवाज़

— The sound of wailing. Used to describe an auditory experience of grief.

पड़ोस से बिलखने की आवाज़ आ रही थी।

बिलखता हुआ चेहरा

— A wailing/crying face. Describes the visual aspect of someone in distress.

उसका बिलखता हुआ चेहरा देखा नहीं जाता।

बिलखती हुई माँ

— A wailing mother. A very common trope in stories and news.

बिलखती हुई माँ ने इंसाफ माँगा।

बिलख-बिलख कर कहना

— To say something while wailing bitterly.

उसने बिलख-बिलख कर अपनी आपबीती सुनाई।

दिल बिलखना

— The heart wailing. A metaphorical way to say the heart is in deep pain.

उसकी हालत देखकर मेरा दिल बिलख उठा।

बिलखने छोड़ देना

— To leave someone wailing (usually in a helpless state).

उसे ऐसे बिलखते मत छोड़ो।

बिलखने को मजबूर

— Forced to wail. Used for victims of injustice.

वे अपनी किस्मत पर बिलखने को मजबूर हैं।

चीखना-बिलखना

— Screaming and wailing. Often used together for chaotic scenes of grief.

वहाँ चीखना-बिलखना मचा हुआ था।

बिलखते बच्चे

— Wailing children. Often used in humanitarian contexts.

बिलखते बच्चों की तस्वीरें दिल दहला देने वाली हैं।

बिलखने का कारण

— The reason for wailing.

उसके बिलखने का कारण क्या है?

Idioms & Expressions

"बिलख-बिलख कर दम तोड़ना"

— To die while wailing or in extreme distress. Used for tragic ends.

वह प्यास से बिलख-बिलख कर दम तोड़ गया।

Literary
"आँखों से बिलखना"

— To show extreme sorrow through the eyes (metaphorical).

उसकी आँखें बिलख रही थीं।

Poetic
"किस्मत पर बिलखना"

— To wail over one's bad luck or fate.

वह अपनी फूटी किस्मत पर बिलख रहा है।

Common
"अकेले में बिलखना"

— To wail in solitude, showing hidden grief.

वह सबके सामने हँसता है पर अकेले में बिलखता है।

Neutral
"पत्थर भी बिलख उठना"

— Even stones would start wailing (used to describe a scene so sad it would move anyone).

वह दृश्य ऐसा था कि पत्थर भी बिलख उठें।

Literary
"बिलखते को गले लगाना"

— To embrace someone who is wailing (to comfort them).

उसने बिलखते हुए दोस्त को गले लगा लिया।

Neutral
"बिलखती मानवता"

— Wailing humanity. Used in social or political commentary.

आज मानवता बिलख रही है।

Formal
"बिलखने की हद"

— The limit of wailing (extreme distress).

वह बिलखने की हद तक परेशान था।

Neutral
"बिलख-बिलख कर पुकारना"

— To call out for someone while wailing.

वह अपनी माँ को बिलख-बिलख कर पुकार रहा था।

Neutral
"बिलखती रात"

— A wailing night (poetic description of a sad, long night).

वह बिलखती रात कभी खत्म नहीं हुई।

Poetic

Word Family

Nouns

बिलख (bilakh - the act of wailing, rare)
बिलखना (bilakhna - gerund)

Verbs

बिलखना (bilakhna - to wail)
बिलखाना (bilkhana - to cause to wail, rare/causative)

Adjectives

बिलखता (bilakhta - wailing/crying)
बिलखती (bilakhti - wailing, feminine)

Related

रोना (rona)
दुख (dukh)
पीड़ा (pida)
विलाप (vilap)
शोक (shok)
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Word Origin

Derived from the Sanskrit root or influenced by Middle Indo-Aryan forms relating to distress and vocalization of grief. It is closely related to the Prakrit forms.

Original meaning: To be distressed, to lament, or to cry out in pain.

Indo-Aryan -> Hindi
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