B2 noun 4 min read

डेजर्ट

dejaert

When you finish your main meal, sometimes you want something sweet. That sweet thing is called a डेजर्ट (dessert). It's usually eaten last. Think of cakes, ice cream, or even some fruit as a डेजर्ट.

§ What 'डेजर्ट' means and how it's used

Let's talk about a sweet and simple Hindi word today: डेजर्ट (dessert). This word is super easy to remember because it sounds just like its English counterpart. If you're learning Hindi, you'll find that many words borrowed from English are pronounced very similarly, making your learning journey a little smoother. 'डेजर्ट' is one of those helpful words.

DEFINITION
Dessert; the sweet course eaten at the end of a meal.

So, when would you use 'डेजर्ट'? Anytime you're talking about that delicious sweet dish you have after your main meal. Think ice cream, cake, pudding, or traditional Indian sweets like Gulab Jamun or Kheer. All these fall under the umbrella of 'डेजर्ट'. It's a common word you'll hear in homes, restaurants, and pretty much any social gathering where food is involved. It's a very practical word to know, especially if you have a sweet tooth!

Let's look at some examples to help you understand how to use 'डेजर्ट' in a sentence. Pay attention to how it fits into the Hindi sentence structure.

  • Asking for dessert:

क्या आप डेजर्ट लेंगे?

(Kya aap dessert lenge? - Would you like dessert?)

  • Talking about a favorite dessert:

मेरा पसंदीदा डेजर्ट गुलाब जामुन है।

(Mera pasandida dessert Gulab Jamun hai. - My favorite dessert is Gulab Jamun.)

  • Offering dessert:

खाने के बाद डेजर्ट में क्या है?

(Khaane ke baad dessert mein kya hai? - What is there for dessert after the meal?)

As you can see, 'डेजर्ट' is used very naturally in Hindi sentences. It's often placed after the main subject or before a verb, just like you would expect a noun to behave. Don't overthink it. The key is to practice using it in different contexts.

You'll find this word particularly useful if you're traveling in India or interacting with Hindi speakers. Food is a huge part of Indian culture, and discussing what to eat for dessert is a common and enjoyable conversation topic. So next time you're offered a sweet treat after a meal, you can confidently use 'डेजर्ट' to talk about it!

To sum it up, 'डेजर्ट' means dessert, and it's used exactly like its English equivalent. It's an easy win for your Hindi vocabulary!

Hello learners! Today, we're looking at a super common Hindi word: डेजर्ट. You might already guess what it means just by looking at it. This word is a direct borrowing from English, which makes it easy to remember. Let's get into where you'll actually hear and use this word in everyday situations.

Definition
Dessert; the sweet course eaten at the end of a meal.

It’s used exactly like in English: to talk about something sweet after a meal. You’ll hear it in homes, restaurants, and even on TV shows.

§ At Home and with Friends

When you're at someone's house for dinner, or just hanging out with friends, the topic of डेजर्ट often comes up. It's a natural part of social eating.

खाने के बाद क्या डेजर्ट है?

  • Translation Hint: What dessert is there after the meal?

मुझे चॉकलेट डेजर्ट बहुत पसंद है।

  • Translation Hint: I like chocolate dessert a lot.

§ In Restaurants and Cafes

When you're out dining, you'll definitely encounter डेजर्ट on menus and in conversations with waiters or your dining companions.

क्या आपके पास कोई विशेष डेजर्ट है?

  • Translation Hint: Do you have any special dessert?

आज का डेजर्ट गुलाब जामुन है।

  • Translation Hint: Today's dessert is Gulab Jamun.

§ In Media and Entertainment

Cooking shows, food blogs, and even regular TV dramas might mention डेजर्ट. It's a common part of discussing food and lifestyle.

इस रेसिपी में एक आसान डेजर्ट बनाना सिखाया गया है।

  • Translation Hint: This recipe teaches how to make an easy dessert.

फिल्म में एक खूबसूरत डेजर्ट सीन था।

  • Translation Hint: There was a beautiful dessert scene in the film.

§ Why is this word useful?

Understanding डेजर्ट is useful because:

  • It's a common, easy-to-understand borrowed word.
  • It helps you talk about food, which is a big part of Indian culture.
  • It allows you to participate in meal-time conversations naturally.

So, next time you're having a meal, think about what डेजर्ट you'd like! Practice using this word in simple sentences. Great job today!

Difficulty Rating

Reading 1/5

short

Writing 1/5

short

Speaking 1/5

short

Listening 1/5

short

What to Learn Next

Prerequisites

खाना (khana) - food/to eat मीठा (meetha) - sweet पसंद (pasand) - like

Learn Next

मिठाई (mithai) - sweets/desserts (general term) आइसक्रीम (ice cream) - ice cream हलवा (halwa) - a type of Indian sweet dish

Advanced

पकवान (pakwaan) - dishes/delicacies (can include desserts) व्यंजन (vyanjan) - dish/cuisine (can include desserts)

Test Yourself 18 questions

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खाने के बाद मुझे कुछ मीठा खाने का मन कर रहा है। क्या हम ____ खा सकते हैं?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: डेजर्ट

The sentence indicates a desire for something sweet after a meal, which is what 'डेजर्ट' (dessert) is.

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आज रात के खाने के लिए माँ ने चॉकलेट ____ बनाया है।

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: डेजर्ट

Chocolate is typically made as a dessert, so 'डेजर्ट' fits the context.

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पार्टी में बहुत सारे अलग-अलग ____ थे, जैसे आइसक्रीम और केक।

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: डेजर्ट

Ice cream and cake are examples of desserts, so 'डेजर्ट' is the correct choice.

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क्या आप रात के खाने के बाद ____ के लिए कुछ फल पसंद करेंगे?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: डेजर्ट

Eating fruit after dinner is a common practice for dessert, so 'डेजर्ट' fits.

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रेस्टोरेंट में उन्होंने हमें बहुत स्वादिष्ट ____ परोसा।

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: डेजर्ट

Restaurants typically serve delicious desserts, making 'डेजर्ट' the appropriate word here.

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बच्चे हमेशा खाने के बाद ____ के लिए उत्साहित रहते हैं।

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: डेजर्ट

Children are often excited about dessert after a meal, so 'डेजर्ट' is suitable.

writing A2

Write a short sentence about your favorite dessert in Hindi. (e.g., मुझे आइसक्रीम बहुत पसंद है।)

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

मुझे जलेबी बहुत पसंद है। (I like jalebi very much.)

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer:
writing A2

Translate this sentence into Hindi: "I will eat dessert after dinner."

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

मैं रात के खाने के बाद डेजर्ट खाऊँगा/खाऊँगी।

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer:
writing A2

Write a sentence describing a dessert you would like to try in Hindi.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

मैं गुलाब जामुन आज़माना चाहता हूँ। (I want to try gulab jamun.)

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer:
reading A2

खाने के बाद मैंने क्या खाया?

Read this passage:

आज मैंने बहुत अच्छा खाना खाया। खाने के बाद मैंने एक स्वादिष्ट डेजर्ट खाया। मुझे यह बहुत पसंद आया।

खाने के बाद मैंने क्या खाया?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: डेजर्ट

पैसेज में लिखा है कि 'खाने के बाद मैंने एक स्वादिष्ट डेजर्ट खाया।'

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: डेजर्ट

पैसेज में लिखा है कि 'खाने के बाद मैंने एक स्वादिष्ट डेजर्ट खाया।'

reading A2

मेरी बहन को खाने के बाद क्या खाना पसंद है?

Read this passage:

मेरी बहन को मीठा बहुत पसंद है। हर खाने के बाद वह कुछ डेजर्ट खाती है। उसका पसंदीदा डेजर्ट चॉकलेट केक है।

मेरी बहन को खाने के बाद क्या खाना पसंद है?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: डेजर्ट

पैसेज में लिखा है कि 'हर खाने के बाद वह कुछ डेजर्ट खाती है।'

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: डेजर्ट

पैसेज में लिखा है कि 'हर खाने के बाद वह कुछ डेजर्ट खाती है।'

reading A2

वे दोस्त का जन्मदिन कैसे मनाएंगे?

Read this passage:

आज मेरे दोस्त का जन्मदिन है। हम सब मिलकर खाना खाएंगे और फिर डेजर्ट खाकर उसका जन्मदिन मनाएंगे।

वे दोस्त का जन्मदिन कैसे मनाएंगे?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: खाना और डेजर्ट खाकर

पैसेज में लिखा है कि 'हम सब मिलकर खाना खाएंगे और फिर डेजर्ट खाकर उसका जन्मदिन मनाएंगे।'

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: खाना और डेजर्ट खाकर

पैसेज में लिखा है कि 'हम सब मिलकर खाना खाएंगे और फिर डेजर्ट खाकर उसका जन्मदिन मनाएंगे।'

listening B2

गाजर का हलवा (gajar ka halwa) is a carrot-based dessert.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: आज रात के खाने के बाद हम गाजर का हलवा खाएंगे।
Correct! Not quite. Correct answer:
listening B2

भारतीय (bhartiya) means Indian.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: क्या आपको भारतीय डेजर्ट पसंद हैं?
Correct! Not quite. Correct answer:
listening B2

स्वादिष्ट (swadisht) means delicious.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: उसने अपने जन्मदिन के लिए एक स्वादिष्ट चॉकलेट डेजर्ट बनाया।
Correct! Not quite. Correct answer:
speaking B2

Read this aloud:

मुझे रात के खाने के बाद कुछ मीठा खाने का मन कर रहा है।

Focus: मीठा (meetha)

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer:
speaking B2

Read this aloud:

तुम्हारा पसंदीदा डेजर्ट क्या है?

Focus: पसंदीदा (pasandeeda)

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer:
speaking B2

Read this aloud:

यह डेजर्ट बहुत ही लाजवाब है!

Focus: लाजवाब (lajawaab)

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