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A2 adjective 2 min read

ढलानदार

dhalandar
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§ Understanding ढलानदार (Dhalandar)

The Hindi word ढलानदार (dhalandar) is an adjective. It describes something that has a slope. Think of a hill, a ramp, or even a roof that isn't flat. If it has a slope, you can use ढलानदार to describe it. It's a very practical word for describing physical environments.

Definition
Having a surface that slopes; sloping.

यह सड़क बहुत ढलानदार है।

This road is very sloping. (Meaning: The road has a steep incline/decline.)

पहाड़ी इलाका अक्सर ढलानदार होता है।

Hilly terrain is often sloping. (Meaning: Hilly areas have many slopes.)

§ Similar Words and When to Use ढलानदार

While ढलानदार is quite direct, you might encounter other words related to slopes in Hindi. Here's a breakdown to help you choose the right word:

  • ढलान (dhalaan): This is the noun form, meaning 'slope' or 'incline'. ढलानदार describes something *having* a ढलान.

इस रास्ते में बहुत ढलान है।

There is a lot of slope on this path. (Meaning: The path has a significant slope.)

  • ऊँचाई (oonchaai) / नीचाई (neechaai): These mean 'height' and 'depth/low point' respectively. While related to elevation changes, they don't directly describe the *sloping nature* of a surface like ढलानदार does.

पहाड़ की ऊँचाई बहुत ज़्यादा है।

The height of the mountain is very much. (Meaning: The mountain is very tall.)

When you want to emphasize that a surface or an area *possesses the quality of being sloped*, ढलानदार is your go-to word. It's direct, clear, and widely understood. Other words like 'टेढ़ा' (terhaa - crooked/bent) or 'तिरछा' (tirchaa - slanted/askew) refer to something being uneven or not straight, but not necessarily sloping in the sense of an incline or decline.

  • टेढ़ा (terhaa): Crooked, bent, uneven.

यह लकड़ी थोड़ी टेढ़ी है।

This wood is a little crooked.

  • तिरछा (tirchaa): Slanted, askew, diagonal.

उसने तस्वीर तिरछी लगाई।

He hung the picture slanted.

While a ढलानदार surface might also be 'तिरछा' in some contexts, ढलानदार specifically implies a change in elevation over a surface, creating a slope. 'तिरछा' can simply mean not straight, without necessarily implying an upward or downward angle in the same way. So, stick with ढलानदार when you mean 'sloping'.

Examples by Level

1

यह सड़क ढलानदार है।

This road is sloping.

2

पहाड़ी ढलानदार है।

The hill is sloping.

3

ढलानदार छत अच्छी होती है।

A sloping roof is good.

4

यह रास्ता बहुत ढलानदार है।

This path is very sloping.

5

ढलानदार ज़मीन पर चलना मुश्किल है।

It is difficult to walk on sloping ground.

6

उनका बगीचा ढलानदार है।

Their garden is sloping.

7

ढलानदार दीवार को पेंट करना मुश्किल था।

It was difficult to paint the sloping wall.

8

यह एक ढलानदार पुल है।

This is a sloping bridge.

1

शहर के बाहर, पहाड़ की ढलानदार सड़कों पर गाड़ी चलाना एक अनोखा अनुभव था।

Driving on the sloping roads of the mountain outside the city was a unique experience.

Here, 'ढलानदार' describes the roads (सड़कों).

2

उसकी ढलानदार लिखावट को समझना थोड़ा मुश्किल था।

Her sloping handwriting was a bit difficult to understand.

'ढलानदार' modifies 'लिखावट' (handwriting).

3

बच्चे ढलानदार मैदान पर खेलते हुए खुशी से उछल-कूद रहे थे।

The children were happily jumping and playing on the sloping field.

Here, 'ढलानदार' refers to the 'मैदान' (field).

4

नए पुल की ढलानदार बनावट उसे और भी आकर्षक बनाती है।

The sloping design of the new bridge makes it even more attractive.

'ढलानदार' describes the 'बनावट' (design).

5

पुराने घर की छत काफी ढलानदार थी, जिससे बारिश का पानी आसानी से बह जाता था।

The roof of the old house was quite sloping, so rainwater flowed off easily.

Here, 'ढलानदार' modifies 'छत' (roof).

6

चित्रकार ने ढलानदार पहाड़ों का सुंदर दृश्य कैनवास पर उतारा।

The painter depicted a beautiful view of sloping mountains on the canvas.

'ढलानदार' describes 'पहाड़ों' (mountains).

7

उसकी आँखें हल्की ढलानदार थीं, जो उसके चेहरे पर एक खास मासूमियत लाती थी।

Her eyes were slightly sloping, which brought a special innocence to her face.

'ढलानदार' modifies 'आँखें' (eyes).

8

खेतों के पास की ढलानदार ज़मीन पर खेती करना एक चुनौती थी।

Farming on the sloping land near the fields was a challenge.

'ढलानदार' describes the 'ज़मीन' (land).

Tips

Main meaning of ढलानदार

The most common meaning of ढलानदार is 'sloping' or 'inclined'. Think of a hill or a ramp.

Using it with nouns

You'll use ढलानदार with nouns like 'सड़क' (road), 'छत' (roof), or 'पहाड़ी' (hill) to describe their slope.

Sentence structure example

यह एक ढलानदार सड़क है। (This is a sloping road.) The adjective comes before the noun.

Relating to 'ढलान' (slope)

ढलानदार comes from the noun 'ढलान' (slope). Knowing this can help you remember the meaning.

Opposite concept

The opposite of ढलानदार (sloping) would be 'सपाट' (flat) or 'सीधा' (straight/level).

Visualizing the word

When you hear ढलानदार, try to visualize something that is not flat, like a slide or a ramp.

Pronunciation practice

Practice saying ढलानदार (ḍhalāndār) out loud. Focus on the 'dh' sound, which is different from a simple 'd'.

Contextual usage

You might hear ढलानदार when talking about architecture, geography, or even sports like skiing.

Common usage in directions

Someone might say 'आगे ढलानदार रास्ता है' (There's a sloping path ahead) when giving directions.

Adjective agreement

Like most Hindi adjectives, ढलानदार generally does not change its form based on the gender or number of the noun it modifies.

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