कब्ज होना
कब्ज होना in 30 Seconds
- Kabz hona is the Hindi term for constipation.
- It uses the 'ko' (dative) construction for the person.
- Commonly heard in medical and household contexts.
- Often linked to diet and treated with Ayurveda.
The phrase कब्ज होना (Kabz Honā) is the standard Hindi expression for experiencing constipation. In a linguistic sense, it is a nominal compound verb where 'कब्ज' (constipation) functions as the noun and 'होना' (to happen/to be) functions as the light verb. This term is indispensable in both medical contexts and daily household conversations in India, where digestive health is often discussed with surprising openness. Understanding this term requires looking beyond just the biological function; it carries a weight of discomfort and a disruption of daily routine that is universally understood in the Hindi-speaking world.
- Etymological Origin
- The word 'कब्ज' originates from the Arabic root 'qabḍ', which literally means 'seizure', 'grip', or 'contraction'. This perfectly describes the physical sensation of the condition—a feeling of being 'gripped' or 'tightened' internally.
कल से मुझे बहुत कब्ज हो रही है, शायद बाहर का खाना खाने की वजह से। (I have been having a lot of constipation since yesterday, perhaps because of eating out.)
In Indian culture, especially within the framework of Ayurveda, 'पेट साफ़ होना' (stomach being clear) is considered the foundation of good health. Therefore, 'कब्ज होना' is seen as a primary cause for many other ailments like headaches, lethargy, and skin issues. You will hear this phrase in pharmacies when people ask for 'churan' (digestive powder), in clinics, and among elders who are particularly mindful of their fiber intake. It is not considered a 'taboo' topic but rather a practical health concern that needs immediate addressing through diet or traditional medicine.
- Clinical vs. Casual
- While 'कब्ज' is the most common term, doctors might use 'कोष्ठबद्धता' (Koshthabaddhata) in highly formal Sanskritized Hindi, but in 99% of interactions, 'कब्ज होना' remains the standard.
ज्यादा पानी न पीने से अक्सर कब्ज हो जाता है। (Constipation often happens due to not drinking enough water.)
Using कब्ज होना correctly involves mastering the dative construction in Hindi. Since constipation is something that 'happens to' a person rather than something a person 'does', the subject takes the 'को' (ko) marker. This is a common pattern for physical and mental states in Hindi, such as 'मुझे बुखार है' (I have a fever) or 'उसे ख़ुशी हुई' (He felt happy). When you say 'मुझे कब्ज है', you are literally saying 'To me, there is constipation'.
- Tense Variations
- Present: मुझे कब्ज है (I have constipation). Past: उसे कब्ज था (He had constipation). Future: तुम्हें कब्ज हो जाएगा (You will get constipation).
अगर आप फल नहीं खाएंगे, तो आपको कब्ज होने की संभावना बढ़ जाएगी। (If you don't eat fruits, the possibility of getting constipation will increase.)
The phrase can also be used as a verbal noun (gerund). For example, 'कब्ज होना एक आम समस्या है' (Having constipation is a common problem). Here, 'कब्ज होना' acts as the subject of the sentence. In more descriptive sentences, you might use the continuous form 'हो रही है' to indicate an ongoing struggle. It is also common to use intensity modifiers like 'भयानक' (terrible) or 'हल्की' (mild) before the word 'कब्ज'.
क्या छोटे बच्चों को भी कब्ज हो सकता है? (Can small children also have constipation?)
If you spend a day watching Indian television, you are almost guaranteed to hear the word कब्ज. The Indian advertising market is saturated with 'digestive aids'—from Ayurvedic powders like 'Kayam Churan' to modern syrups. These commercials often depict a person looking frustrated or 'tight' in the morning, followed by a narrator asking, 'क्या आप कब्ज से परेशान हैं?' (Are you troubled by constipation?). This makes the word one of the most recognized health-related terms in the country.
- The Pharmacy (Medical Store)
- At a local chemist, you will hear customers say: 'भाई साहब, कब्ज के लिए कोई अच्छी दवा देना' (Brother, give me some good medicine for constipation).
विज्ञापन: 'पेट साफ़, तो हर रोग माफ़! कब्ज से तुरंत राहत के लिए आज ही आज़माएँ।' (Ad: 'If the stomach is clear, every disease is forgiven! Try today for instant relief from constipation.')
In a domestic setting, particularly among the older generation, discussions about 'pet saaf hona' (stomach being cleared) and 'kabz' are part of morning health check-ins. It is quite common for a grandmother to ask a grandchild if they had 'kabz' if they see the child looking irritable or refusing to eat. In the workplace, while less common than at home, it might be cited as a reason for feeling 'unwell' or 'heavy' (bhari-bhari lagna) during a lunch break.
One of the most frequent errors English speakers make when using कब्ज होना is treating it like an adjective rather than a noun in a compound verb structure. In English, we say 'I am constipated', where 'constipated' describes the person. In Hindi, you cannot say 'मैं कब्ज हूँ' (I am constipation), as that would literally mean you are the embodiment of the medical condition itself. You must always use the dative 'को' (ko).
- The 'Ko' vs 'Main' Mistake
- Incorrect: मैं कब्ज हूँ (Main kabz hoon). Correct: मुझे कब्ज है (Mujhe kabz hai).
गलत: वह कब्ज महसूस कर रहा है। सही: उसे कब्ज महसूस हो रहा है। (Incorrect: He is feeling constipation [as a direct object]. Correct: To him, constipation is being felt.)
Another mistake is confusing 'कब्ज' with 'कब्जा' (kabza). While they sound similar, 'कब्जा' means 'possession', 'occupation', or 'seizure' (as in land or a building). Saying 'मुझ पर कब्ज है' sounds like you are under a medical condition, but saying 'मुझ पर कब्जा है' sounds like someone has taken physical possession of you! Always be careful with that final 'a' sound.
While कब्ज होना is the most direct way to describe the condition, Hindi offers several alternatives depending on the level of formality and the specific symptom you want to emphasize. In casual conversation, people often describe the *result* of constipation rather than the condition itself, using phrases like 'पेट साफ़ न होना'.
- Comparison of Terms
- पेट साफ़ न होना: Literally 'stomach not being clean'. This is the most common euphemism used in daily life.
कोष्ठबद्धता: The Sanskrit/Pure Hindi term. Used in textbooks, medical journals, and very formal Ayurvedic consultations.
आज मेरा पेट साफ़ नहीं हुआ, इसलिए मुझे भारीपन लग रहा है। (My stomach didn't clear today, so I'm feeling heaviness.)
Another related term is 'बदहजमी' (Bad-hazmi), which means indigestion. While constipation is a form of indigestion, 'bad-hazmi' is broader and can include acidity and bloating. If the constipation is causing gas, you might hear 'गैस बनना' (gas being formed). Knowing these distinctions helps you describe your symptoms more accurately to a doctor or a pharmacist.
- Opposite State
- दस्त होना (Dast hona): To have diarrhea. This is the direct opposite of 'kabz hona'.
How Formal Is It?
"क्या आपको कब्ज की शिकायत रहती है?"
"मुझे कब्ज है, इसलिए मैं आज नहीं आ पाऊंगा।"
"यार, बहुत कब्ज हो गया है कुछ बता क्या करूँ?"
"पेट में गुड़गुड़ हो रही है? क्या पेट साफ़ नहीं हुआ?"
"पूरा सिस्टम जाम है भाई!"
Fun Fact
The same root 'qabḍ' is used in Arabic for 'collecting' taxes or 'seizing' property. In Hindi, 'kabza' (possession) and 'kabz' (constipation) are linguistic siblings, both implying a 'tight grip'.
Pronunciation Guide
- Pronouncing 'z' as 'j' (Kabj). While common in some dialects, 'z' is the standard Urdu-derived pronunciation.
- Shortening the 'a' in 'hona' to 'hon'.
Difficulty Rating
The word is short and common, easy to recognize in text.
Requires remembering the 'z' sound and the compound verb structure.
Dative construction (using 'ko') is often tricky for English speakers.
Very distinct sound, frequently heard in media.
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Grammar to Know
Dative Subject (Ko Construction)
राम को कब्ज है। (To Ram, there is constipation.)
Compound Verbs with 'Hona'
कब्ज होना, जुकाम होना, बुखार होना।
Masculine Noun Agreement
भयानक कब्ज (Masculine adjective).
Postposition 'Se' for Cause
मैदे से कब्ज होता है। (Constipation happens from refined flour.)
Infinitive as Noun
कब्ज होना बुरा है। (Having constipation is bad.)
Examples by Level
मुझे कब्ज है।
I have constipation.
Uses 'mujhe' (to me) + 'kabz' + 'hai'.
क्या आपको कब्ज है?
Do you have constipation?
Interrogative sentence using 'aapko'.
राम को कब्ज है।
Ram has constipation.
Proper noun 'Ram' + 'ko'.
मुझे कब्ज नहीं है।
I do not have constipation.
Negative sentence with 'nahin'.
आज कब्ज है।
Today there is constipation.
Simple time marker 'aaj'.
बच्चे को कब्ज है।
The child has constipation.
Subject 'bacche' (oblique of baccha) + 'ko'.
बहुत कब्ज है।
There is a lot of constipation.
Adverb 'bahut' modifying the noun.
कल कब्ज था।
Yesterday there was constipation.
Past tense 'tha'.
फल खाने से कब्ज नहीं होता।
Constipation doesn't happen by eating fruits.
Habitual present negative.
उसे दो दिन से कब्ज है।
He has had constipation for two days.
Time duration 'do din se'.
दवा लो, कब्ज ठीक हो जाएगा।
Take medicine, constipation will be cured.
Future tense 'ho jayega'.
पानी कम पीने से कब्ज होता है।
Constipation happens from drinking less water.
Causal sentence structure.
क्या यह दवा कब्ज के लिए है?
Is this medicine for constipation?
Postposition 'ke liye' (for).
मुझे अक्सर कब्ज हो जाता है।
I often get constipation.
Use of 'aksar' (often).
कब्ज होने पर क्या करें?
What to do when constipation happens?
Use of 'hone par' (upon happening).
उसे कब्ज की वजह से दर्द है।
He has pain because of constipation.
Reasoning with 'ki vajah se'.
अगर आप कसरत नहीं करेंगे, तो आपको कब्ज हो सकता है।
If you don't exercise, you might get constipation.
Conditional sentence with 'agar... to'.
इस चूर्ण से आपका कब्ज दूर हो जाएगा।
Your constipation will be removed by this powder.
Instrumental 'se' and future tense.
लगातार कब्ज होना सेहत के लिए अच्छा नहीं है।
Having continuous constipation is not good for health.
Gerundial use of 'kabz hona'.
यात्रा के दौरान अक्सर लोगों को कब्ज हो जाता है।
During travel, people often get constipation.
Locative 'ke dauran' (during).
डॉक्टर ने पूछा कि क्या मुझे कब्ज की शिकायत है।
The doctor asked if I have a complaint of constipation.
Indirect speech.
ज्यादा मैदा खाने से कब्ज होने का डर रहता है।
There is a fear of getting constipation from eating too much refined flour.
Possessive 'hone ka' (of happening).
कब्ज की वजह से मुझे रात भर नींद नहीं आई।
I couldn't sleep all night because of constipation.
Causal 'ki vajah se' + past tense.
आपको कब्ज से राहत पाने के लिए फाइबर खाना चाहिए।
You should eat fiber to get relief from constipation.
Obligatory 'chahiye' (should).
पुरानी कब्ज का इलाज समय पर करना बहुत ज़रूरी है।
It is very important to treat chronic constipation on time.
Adjective 'purani' (old/chronic) modifying kabz.
तनाव भी कब्ज होने का एक मुख्य कारण हो सकता है।
Stress can also be a main cause of having constipation.
Abstract subject 'tanav' (stress).
आयुर्वेद में कब्ज को जड़ से मिटाने के कई उपाय हैं।
In Ayurveda, there are many remedies to eradicate constipation from the root.
Idiom 'jad se mitana' (to eradicate from root).
क्या कब्ज होने का संबंध आपकी जीवनशैली से है?
Is the occurrence of constipation related to your lifestyle?
Interrogative about relationship/connection.
बिना डॉक्टर की सलाह के कब्ज की दवाएँ न लें।
Do not take constipation medicines without a doctor's advice.
Negative imperative 'na lein'.
कब्ज होने से शरीर में भारीपन और सुस्ती महसूस होती है।
Due to constipation, one feels heaviness and lethargy in the body.
Compound subjects 'bharipan' and 'susti'.
बच्चों में कब्ज होना चिंता का विषय हो सकता है।
Constipation in children can be a matter of concern.
Abstract phrase 'chinta ka vishay'.
अत्यधिक चाय और कॉफी पीने से भी कब्ज हो सकता है।
Excessive tea and coffee drinking can also cause constipation.
Adverb 'atyadhik' (excessive).
पाचन तंत्र की गड़बड़ी के कारण कब्ज होना एक वैश्विक समस्या बन गई है।
Constipation due to digestive system malfunction has become a global problem.
Complex noun phrase 'pachan tantra ki gadbadi'.
कब्ज होने की स्थिति में आंतों की कार्यक्षमता प्रभावित होती है।
In the state of having constipation, the efficiency of the intestines is affected.
Passive construction 'prabhavit hoti hai'.
आधुनिक खान-पान और शारीरिक सक्रियता की कमी कब्ज होने के लिए उत्तरदायी हैं।
Modern diet and lack of physical activity are responsible for the occurrence of constipation.
Formal adjective 'uttardayi' (responsible).
प्राकृतिक उपचारों के माध्यम से कब्ज होने की समस्या का स्थायी समाधान संभव है।
A permanent solution to the problem of constipation is possible through natural remedies.
Formal phrase 'sthayi samadhan' (permanent solution).
कब्ज होना केवल एक शारीरिक समस्या नहीं, बल्कि मानसिक स्वास्थ्य को भी प्रभावित करता है।
Having constipation is not just a physical problem, but it also affects mental health.
Correlative conjunction 'keval... balki'.
चिकित्सक कब्ज होने के कारणों का गहन विश्लेषण करने के बाद ही उपचार शुरू करते हैं।
Doctors start treatment only after conducting a deep analysis of the causes of constipation.
Formal noun 'gahan vishleshan' (deep analysis).
कब्ज होने की दीर्घकालिक अवस्था बवासीर जैसी गंभीर बीमारियों को जन्म दे सकती है।
A long-term state of constipation can give birth to serious diseases like piles.
Idiom 'janm dena' (to give birth/cause).
विभिन्न शोधों से पता चला है कि फाइबर युक्त आहार कब्ज होने से बचाता है।
Various researches have shown that a fiber-rich diet prevents constipation.
Complex sentence with 'pata chala hai ki'.
कब्ज होने की व्याधि व्यक्ति के समग्र जीवन स्तर को नकारात्मक रूप से प्रभावित करती है।
The ailment of constipation negatively impacts an individual's overall quality of life.
High-level vocabulary like 'vyadhi' (ailment) and 'samagra' (overall).
जठराग्नि के मंद होने से कब्ज होना आयुर्वेद के मौलिक सिद्धांतों में से एक है।
The occurrence of constipation due to the weakening of the digestive fire is one of the fundamental principles of Ayurveda.
Sanskritized terms like 'jatharagni' and 'maulik siddhant'.
कब्ज होने के मनोवैज्ञानिक पहलुओं पर वर्तमान चिकित्सा विज्ञान में व्यापक शोध हो रहे हैं।
Extensive research is being conducted in current medical science on the psychological aspects of having constipation.
Use of 'manovaigyanik pehlu' (psychological aspects).
मलाशय की मांसपेशियों में शिथिलता कब्ज होने का एक प्रमुख शारीरिक कारक है।
Laxity in the muscles of the rectum is a major physiological factor in the occurrence of constipation.
Technical terms like 'malashay' (rectum) and 'shithilta' (laxity).
कब्ज होना न केवल एक लक्षण है, बल्कि यह शरीर के आंतरिक असंतुलन का परिचायक भी है।
Constipation is not just a symptom, but it is also an indicator of the body's internal imbalance.
Formal word 'parichayak' (indicator/introducer).
औद्योगीकरण के पश्चात परिवर्तित जीवनशैली ने कब्ज होने की दर में अभूतपूर्व वृद्धि की है।
The lifestyle changed after industrialization has caused an unprecedented increase in the rate of constipation.
Advanced term 'abhutpurv' (unprecedented).
कब्ज होने की समस्या के निवारण हेतु आहार-विहार में आमूल-चूल परिवर्तन की आवश्यकता है।
For the prevention of the problem of constipation, a radical change in diet and lifestyle is necessary.
Idiom 'amul-chul parivartan' (radical change).
कब्ज होने की निरंतरता को नजरअंदाज करना घातक सिद्ध हो सकता है।
Ignoring the continuity of constipation can prove to be fatal.
Infinitive 'nazarandaz karna' (to ignore).
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
— The problem of constipation. Used to discuss the issue generally.
आजकल कब्ज की समस्या आम है।
— Freedom/relief from constipation. Often seen in ads.
कब्ज से छुटकारा पाने के लिए यह चूर्ण लें।
— Because of constipation. Used to explain symptoms.
कब्ज की वजह से सिरदर्द हो रहा है।
— Constipation is natural/expected. Used in certain contexts like pregnancy.
गर्भावस्था में कब्ज होना स्वाभाविक है।
— Do not ignore constipation. Health advice.
पुरानी कब्ज को नजरअंदाज न करें।
Often Confused With
Means possession/occupation. Don't say 'mujhe kabza hai'!
Means indigestion. Related but not the same as constipation.
Refers to flatulence/bloating, often happens with kabz but is a different symptom.
Idioms & Expressions
— Literally 'the lock of the stomach not opening'. A very colloquial/humorous way to describe severe constipation.
तीन दिन हो गए, पेट का ताला ही नहीं खुल रहा।
Slang/Informal— Stomach being like a stone. Describes the hardness felt during constipation.
कब्ज की वजह से मेरा पेट पत्थर जैसा हो गया है।
Colloquial— Digestion being spoiled. A broader idiom often including constipation.
बाहर का खाना खाकर हाजमा बिगड़ गया है।
Common— Rumbling in the stomach. Often precedes or accompanies digestive issues.
पेट में गुड़गुड़ हो रही है, लगता है कब्ज होगा।
Casual— Everything being jammed. Used to describe the feeling of total obstruction.
मेरा तो सब कुछ जाम हो गया है, कुछ दवा दो।
Informal— If the stomach is clear, every disease is forgiven. A proverb about the importance of bowel health.
हमेशा याद रखो: पेट साफ़, तो हर रोग माफ़।
Proverbial— To take root. Used for chronic constipation.
तुम्हारी कब्ज ने तो जड़ पकड़ ली है।
Idiomatic— Heaviness of the stomach. The standard way to describe the feeling of constipation.
सुबह से पेट का भारीपन महसूस हो रहा है।
Common— Tension of the nerves/veins. Sometimes used by elders to describe the strain of constipation.
कब्ज से नसों में खिंचाव आता है।
Traditional— Accumulation of dirt/waste. A common way to describe the internal state during constipation.
पेट में गंदगी जमा होने से बीमारियाँ होती हैं।
InformalEasily Confused
Sounds very similar.
Kabz is medical constipation; Kabza is physical/legal possession.
मकान पर कब्जा है, लेकिन मुझे कब्ज है।
Both are stomach issues.
Dast is diarrhea (loose); Kabz is constipation (tight).
कल दस्त थे, आज कब्ज है।
General vs specific.
Pet dard is any stomach pain; Kabz is specifically constipation.
कब्ज की वजह से पेट दर्द हो रहा है।
Formal terms.
Ajeerna is indigestion; Kabz is constipation.
अजीर्ण से कब्ज हो सकता है।
Medical terms.
Sangrahani is IBS/Dysentery; Kabz is simple constipation.
उसे साधारण कब्ज नहीं, संग्रहणी है।
Sentence Patterns
[Person] को कब्ज है।
मुझे कब्ज है।
[Person] को [Time] से कब्ज है।
उसे दो दिन से कब्ज है।
[Cause] की वजह से कब्ज होना।
कम पानी की वजह से कब्ज होता है।
कब्ज से [Result] होना।
कब्ज से सिरदर्द होता है।
कब्ज होने की संभावना [Verb].
कब्ज होने की संभावना बढ़ जाती है।
कब्ज होने की स्थिति में [Action].
कब्ज होने की स्थिति में फल खाएं।
[Advanced Noun] कब्ज होने का मुख्य कारक है।
शारीरिक निष्क्रियता कब्ज होने का मुख्य कारक है।
कब्ज होना [Abstract Concept] का परिचायक है।
कब्ज होना आंतरिक असंतुलन का परिचायक है।
Word Family
Nouns
Verbs
Adjectives
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How to Use It
Very high in health-related contexts.
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Main kabz hoon.
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Mujhe kabz hai.
You cannot 'be' constipation; you can only 'have' it. Use the dative case.
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Mujhe kabza hai.
→
Mujhe kabz hai.
Kabza means possession of property. Don't mix up the vowel at the end.
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Kabz ki vajah se dars hai.
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Kabz ki vajah se dard hai.
'Dars' means lesson; 'Dard' means pain. Very common phonetic mistake.
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Badi kabz.
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Bada kabz / Bahut kabz.
Since kabz is masculine, use masculine adjectives. However, 'bahut' is more natural than 'bada'.
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Kabz hona achha nahi hoti.
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Kabz hona achha nahi hota.
The gerund 'kabz hona' is masculine, so the verb 'hota' must be masculine.
Tips
The 'Ko' Rule
Always use 'ko' with the subject. This is because physical ailments are viewed as something the person receives or experiences.
Arabic Root
Knowing that it comes from the Arabic 'qabd' (grip) helps you remember the physical sensation of the condition.
Ayurveda Connection
In India, constipation is often discussed in relation to 'Tridosha' (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) in Ayurveda.
Polite Euphemism
If you feel 'Kabz' is too direct, use 'Mera pet saaf nahi hai' (My stomach is not clear).
Fiber is Key
In Hindi discussions, fiber is often called 'Resha' or simply 'Fiber'. Eat more of it to avoid 'Kabz'.
The Dot (Nukta)
In formal writing, 'Kabz' has a dot under the 'j' (making it 'z'). It is written as क़ब्ज़.
Asking for Help
To ask for medicine, say 'Kabz ki koi achhi dawa bataiye' (Suggest a good medicine for constipation).
Ad Catchphrases
Listen for 'Pet Saffa'—a very famous brand name that literally means 'Stomach Clear'.
Medical Reports
In medical reports, look for the term 'Constipation' or 'Chronic Constipation' translated as 'पुरानी कब्ज'.
Kabz-Cabs
Remember: No 'Cabs' (Kabz) means no movement! This will help you link the word to its meaning.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Think of a 'Cabs' (Kabz) strike. When the cabs are on strike, nothing moves on the road. Similarly, when you have 'Kabz', nothing moves in your body.
Visual Association
Imagine a fist tightly clenched (representing the 'grip' or 'seizure' meaning of the root) inside a stomach.
Word Web
Challenge
Try to explain to a pharmacist in Hindi that you've had constipation for three days and need a natural remedy.
Word Origin
Derived from the Arabic word 'qabḍ' (قَبْض).
Original meaning: To seize, to catch, to grip, or contraction.
Afroasiatic (Arabic) -> Persian -> Hindustani.Cultural Context
While common, it is still a medical topic. Use formal terms like 'kabz ki shikayat' in professional settings.
In the West, people might be more private about this topic, using 'stomach issues' as a vague term. In India, being specific about 'kabz' is more common.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
At a Pharmacy
- कब्ज की अच्छी दवा दीजिये।
- क्या इसके कोई साइड इफेक्ट्स हैं?
- इसे कब लेना है?
- क्या यह बच्चों के लिए सुरक्षित है?
At the Doctor
- मुझे तीन दिन से कब्ज है।
- पेट में बहुत भारीपन महसूस होता है।
- भूख नहीं लग रही है।
- क्या यह गंभीर है?
With Family
- आज मेरा पेट साफ़ नहीं हुआ।
- थोड़ा गर्म पानी पी लो।
- रात को ईसबगोल ले लेना।
- बाहर का खाना मत खाओ।
Discussing Diet
- फाइबर खाने से कब्ज नहीं होता।
- पपीता कब्ज के लिए अच्छा है।
- ज्यादा पानी पीना चाहिए।
- मैदा खाने से बचें।
Watching TV Ads
- पेट साफ़, तो हर रोग माफ़!
- पुरानी कब्ज से छुटकारा पाएं।
- आज ही आज़माएं!
- आयुर्वेदिक और सुरक्षित।
Conversation Starters
"क्या आपको पता है कि कब्ज के लिए सबसे अच्छा घरेलू उपाय क्या है?"
"क्या यात्रा के दौरान आपको भी अक्सर कब्ज हो जाता है?"
"डॉक्टर साहब, मुझे कई दिनों से कब्ज की शिकायत है, मैं क्या करूँ?"
"क्या छोटे बच्चों को कब्ज की दवा देना सही है?"
"क्या आपको लगता है कि तनाव की वजह से कब्ज हो सकता है?"
Journal Prompts
आज मेरी सेहत कैसी है? क्या मुझे कब्ज या कोई और समस्या महसूस हो रही है?
मैंने कब्ज से बचने के लिए आज अपने आहार में क्या बदलाव किए?
जब मुझे कब्ज होता है, तो मेरा मूड कैसा रहता है? इसके बारे में विस्तार से लिखें।
अपने किसी ऐसे अनुभव के बारे में लिखें जब यात्रा के दौरान आपको कब्ज हुआ हो।
क्या आप किसी ऐसे व्यक्ति को जानते हैं जो हमेशा कब्ज की शिकायत करता रहता है? उनके बारे में लिखें।
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsकब्ज को सामान्य भाषा में 'पेट साफ़ न होना' और शुद्ध हिंदी में 'कोष्ठबद्धता' कहते हैं। यह मल त्यागने में होने वाली कठिनाई को दर्शाता है।
हाँ, 'कब्ज' एक पुल्लिंग (Masculine) शब्द है। इसलिए हम 'बड़ा कब्ज' या 'भयानक कब्ज' कहते हैं, 'बड़ी' या 'भयानक' (feminine) नहीं।
You should say 'Mujhe kabz hai' (मुझे कब्ज है). Using 'Main kabz hoon' is incorrect as it means 'I am constipation'.
कम पानी पीना, फाइबर की कमी, व्यायाम न करना और बहुत अधिक तला-भुना खाना कब्ज होने के मुख्य कारण माने जाते हैं।
It is a standard word used in almost all contexts. While 'Koshthabaddhata' is more formal, 'Kabz' is perfectly acceptable in clinics and polite conversation.
कब्ज होने पर हरी सब्जियाँ, फल (विशेषकर पपीता), और फाइबर युक्त आहार जैसे ओट्स या दलिया खाना चाहिए।
The opposite of 'Kabz' (constipation) is 'Dast' (diarrhea). In formal Hindi, it is called 'Atisar'.
Yes, you can say 'Bacche ko kabz hai'. It is used for people of all ages.
'Purani' means old. So, 'Purani Kabz' refers to chronic constipation that someone has had for a long time.
While not many literary idioms exist, colloquialisms like 'Pet ka tala na khulna' (stomach lock not opening) are often used humorously.
Test Yourself 200 questions
Write a sentence in Hindi saying 'I have constipation since yesterday'.
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Translate: 'Drink more water to avoid constipation.'
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Write a dialogue between a patient and a pharmacist about kabz medicine.
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Explain the causes of constipation in three Hindi sentences.
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Write a short paragraph about the importance of digestive health (in Hindi).
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Translate: 'Chronic constipation can lead to serious health issues.'
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Describe the symptoms of constipation in Hindi.
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Write an advice note for someone suffering from kabz.
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How do you say 'The doctor asked about my constipation'?
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Translate: 'Ayurveda offers many remedies for constipation.'
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Write a sentence using 'nazarandaz' and 'kabz'.
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Translate: 'I feel lethargic due to constipation.'
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Write a sentence about travel and constipation.
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Translate: 'Is this medicine safe for children?'
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Write a sentence using the word 'bharipan'.
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Translate: 'A fiber-rich diet prevents constipation.'
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Translate: 'I need relief from this pain.'
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Write a formal sentence about 'Koshthabaddhata'.
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Translate: 'Don't eat too much refined flour.'
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Say 'I have a stomach ache because of constipation' in Hindi.
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Ask a pharmacist: 'Do you have medicine for constipation?'
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Tell your friend: 'You should eat more fruits.'
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Explain to a doctor: 'I have had this problem for a week.'
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Say: 'Constipation is a common problem during travel.'
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Pronounce correctly: 'Kabz'.
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Ask: 'Is there any home remedy for this?'
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Say: 'My stomach is not clear.'
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Tell someone: 'Don't ignore chronic constipation.'
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Say: 'Fiber is good for digestion.'
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Ask: 'How many times a day should I take this?'
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Say: 'I feel better now.'
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Say: 'Constipation causes lethargy.'
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Ask: 'Can stress cause constipation?'
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Say: 'I don't like taking English medicines.'
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Say: 'Ayurveda is very effective.'
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Say: 'I drink four liters of water every day.'
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Ask: 'What are the symptoms?'
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Listen to the word: 'कब्ज'. What is the final sound?
Listen: 'मुझे कब्ज है'. Who has the condition?
Listen: 'कब्ज की दवा'. What is the person looking for?
Listen: 'पेट साफ़ नहीं है'. Is the person healthy or unhealthy?
Listen: 'पुरानी कब्ज'. Is it a new problem or an old one?
Listen: 'पपीता खाओ'. What is the suggestion?
Listen: 'ज्यादा पानी पिएं'. What should the person drink more of?
Listen: 'कब्ज से सिरदर्द'. What is the side effect mentioned?
Listen: 'कोष्ठबद्धता का उपचार'. Is this formal or informal?
Listen: 'रात को चूर्ण लेना'. When should the medicine be taken?
Listen: 'मैदा मत खाओ'. What should be avoided?
Listen: 'कब्ज की शिकायत'. What is the person making?
Listen: 'रामबाण इलाज'. Does the medicine work well or poorly?
Listen: 'भारीपन महसूस होना'. What is the person feeling?
Listen: 'कब्ज से राहत'. What did the person get?
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Summary
Always remember that 'कब्ज होना' is a state that happens *to* you. Use 'मुझे कब्ज है' (I have constipation) rather than 'मैं कब्ज हूँ'. It is a masculine noun and a very common health term in India.
- Kabz hona is the Hindi term for constipation.
- It uses the 'ko' (dative) construction for the person.
- Commonly heard in medical and household contexts.
- Often linked to diet and treated with Ayurveda.
The 'Ko' Rule
Always use 'ko' with the subject. This is because physical ailments are viewed as something the person receives or experiences.
Arabic Root
Knowing that it comes from the Arabic 'qabd' (grip) helps you remember the physical sensation of the condition.
Ayurveda Connection
In India, constipation is often discussed in relation to 'Tridosha' (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) in Ayurveda.
Polite Euphemism
If you feel 'Kabz' is too direct, use 'Mera pet saaf nahi hai' (My stomach is not clear).
Example
फाइबर कम खाने से कब्ज हो सकती है।
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