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खेद करना

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खेद करना

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Explanation खेद करना in your Level:

At the A1 level, you usually learn the simplest way to say 'sorry', which is 'Maaf kijiye' or the English word 'Sorry'. However, you might see the word 'खेद' (khed) on signs or hear it at the train station. At this stage, you don't need to use 'खेद करना' (khed karnā) in your own sentences, but you should recognize it. If you see a sign that says 'असुविधा के लिए खेद है' (asuvidhā ke liye khed hai), you should know it means 'Sorry for the inconvenience'. It's a 'passive' vocabulary word for you. Just remember: Khed = Regret. It's a formal word you hear in public places. You don't need to worry about the complex grammar of 'khed karnā' yet; just focus on the noun 'khed' as a symbol of an apology from a company or the government. Think of it as the 'Official Sorry'.

At the A2 level, you begin to understand that Hindi has different words for different levels of formality. You might start to use 'मुझे खेद है' (mujhe khed hai) in a basic formal email or a class assignment. You are learning that 'khed' is a masculine noun. You might also notice that it often comes with the word 'असुविधा' (asuvidhā - inconvenience). In A2, you should be able to distinguish 'khed' from 'maaf'. 'Maaf' is what you ask for (forgiveness), while 'khed' is what you feel (regret). You might practice simple sentences like 'मुझे देरी के लिए खेद है' (I regret the delay). You are also starting to see the difference between 'khed honā' (to feel regret) and 'khed karnā' (to actively express/do regret), although 'honā' remains your primary tool. This is the level where you stop using 'sorry' for everything and start trying out formal Hindi words in the right context.

As a B1 learner, you are expected to use 'खेद करना' (khed karnā) correctly in formal contexts. You should understand the 'ne' (ने) construction in the past tense: 'उसने अपनी गलती पर खेद किया' (He regretted his mistake). You also understand the nuance: 'khed' is more formal than 'afsos' and 'pachtānā'. You can now use it in a variety of tenses—present, past, and future. You understand that 'khed' is often used to express sorrow about things outside of your control, or to formally acknowledge a professional error. You can write a short formal note using this verb. You also start to recognize collocations like 'गहरा खेद' (deep regret) or 'खेद व्यक्त करना' (to express regret). This word helps you sound more mature and professional in your Hindi communication. You are moving beyond simple daily needs into being able to express complex emotions and social protocols.

At the B2 level, you have a firm grasp of the 'register' of 'खेद करना'. You know exactly when to use it versus 'pachtānā' or 'afsos karnā'. You can use it in complex sentence structures, such as passive forms or conditional clauses. For example: 'यदि उन्होंने समय पर खेद किया होता, तो स्थिति बेहतर होती' (If they had expressed regret on time, the situation would have been better). You understand the subtle difference between 'khed prakat karnā' (to manifest regret) and 'khed vyakt karnā' (to express regret). You can follow news reports or read newspaper editorials where this word is used to describe political apologies or social tragedies. You are also aware of the Sanskrit roots and how this word connects to a broader family of words like 'khedjanak' (regrettable). Your usage is precise, and you no longer make the mistake of using 'khed' in casual slang-filled conversations.

At the C1 level, you use 'खेद करना' with the nuance of a native speaker. You might use it in literary analysis or high-level business negotiations. You understand its role in 'Shuddh Hindi' and can discuss the emotional weight it carries in classical literature versus modern administrative language. You are comfortable with archaic or highly formal variations and can use the word to convey subtle shades of irony or extreme formality. You might use it in a sentence like: 'लेखक ने समाज की गिरती हुई नैतिकता पर गहरा खेद व्यक्त किया है' (The author has expressed deep regret over the falling morality of society). You can effortlessly switch between 'khed', 'afsos', 'pachtāvā', and 'anutāp' depending on the exact emotional 'temperature' you want to set. You also understand the legal implications of 'khed vyakt karnā' in a public statement versus 'apradh swikar karnā' (accepting a crime).

At the C2 level, you have a masterly command over 'खेद करना'. You can appreciate and use the word in its most abstract and philosophical senses. You can engage in debates about the linguistic shift from 'khed' to 'sorry' in urban India and what that means for the expression of remorse in the culture. You can write poetry or high-level academic papers where 'khed' is used to describe existential angst or historical remorse. You understand the phonosemantics of the word—how the sounds themselves contribute to the meaning. You can interpret the slightest change in tone when a politician says 'khed hai' versus 'kshama chahte hain'. Your use of the word is indistinguishable from a highly educated native speaker, and you can use it to navigate the most sensitive and complex social or professional situations in the Hindi-speaking world.

Practice it Examples Notes & Tips

खेद करना in 30 Seconds

Formal verb for regret or sorrow.
Common in official announcements (e.g., railways).
More serious than casual 'sorry' or 'maaf'.
Often used as 'mujhe khed hai' (I feel regret).

The Hindi verb खेद करना (khed karnā) is a sophisticated and formal way to express the feeling of regret, sorrow, or remorse. While English speakers might use the word 'sorry' for everything from bumping into someone to a deep life regret, Hindi distinguishes between these levels of intensity and formality.

Etymology: Derived from the Sanskrit root 'khid', which means to be depressed, distressed, or to suffer pain. In modern Hindi, it has evolved into a standard term for formal apologies and deep internal regret.

When you use khed karnā, you are often moving beyond a simple social apology and into a realm of sincere acknowledgement of a mistake or an unfortunate situation. It is the language of official announcements, literature, and heartfelt letters.

हमें आपको हुई असुविधा के लिए खेद है (We regret the inconvenience caused to you).

This specific phrase is what you will hear most often at Indian railway stations or in customer service emails. It carries a weight of institutional responsibility. However, as a verb—khed karnā—it implies an active process of feeling or expressing that regret. Understanding the nuance of khed involves recognizing that it is an 'unpleasantness of the heart'. It is not just about being wrong; it is about the sorrow that comes with that realization. In literature, a protagonist might khed karnā over a lost opportunity or a broken relationship, signifying a heavy, lingering sadness.

Grammatical Structure: It is a compound verb consisting of the noun 'khed' (regret) and the light verb 'karnā' (to do). In most contexts, it functions transitively when expressing an action, though the state of feeling is often expressed as 'khed honā' (regret happening/being).

To master this word, one must appreciate its Sanskrit heritage. Unlike 'afsos', which comes from Persian and feels more poetic or conversational in certain dialects, 'khed' feels grounded in formal Hindi (Shuddh Hindi). It is the word of the 'shisht' (civilized/refined) speaker.

अपनी पुरानी गलतियों पर खेद करना सुधार की पहली सीढ़ी है (To regret one's old mistakes is the first step of improvement).

In this context, it isn't just an apology; it's a moral reflection. As you advance in Hindi, you will notice that 'khed' is often paired with 'vyakt karnā' (to express). So, while you might 'feel' (honā) or 'do' (karnā) regret, in a speech, you would 'express' (vyakt karnā) it. This flexibility makes it a vital tool for B1 learners who are moving from basic survival Hindi to more expressive and formal communication styles. Finally, consider the visual of the word in Devanagari. The 'kh' (ख) followed by 'e' ( े) and 'd' (द) creates a sharp yet resonating sound, mirroring the sharp sting of regret followed by the lingering weight of sorrow.

Using खेद करना correctly requires an understanding of Hindi's transitive verb structures and the subtle shift between active regret and passive feeling.

The Active Voice: When you use 'karnā', you are emphasizing the act of regretting. For example: 'उसने अपने व्यवहार पर खेद किया' (He regretted his behavior). Here, the focus is on the person actively acknowledging their mistake.

In the past tense, because 'karnā' is transitive, you must use the 'ne' (ने) postposition with the subject.

मंत्री जी ने अपनी टिप्पणी पर खेद किया (The minister regretted his comment).

This suggests a formal act of apology. However, if you want to say 'I feel sorry,' Hindi speakers often switch to 'khed honā'. This is a crucial distinction for learners. 'Mujhe khed hai' (To me, there is regret) is much more common than 'Main khed kartā hoon' (I do regret). The latter sounds like a repetitive action or a philosophical stance.

Object Marking: The thing you regret is usually followed by 'par' (पर - on/at) or 'ke liye' (के लिए - for). Example: 'देरी के लिए खेद करना' (To regret for the delay).

Let's look at the future tense: 'क्या वे अपनी भूल पर खेद करेंगे?' (Will they regret their mistake?). Here, it functions like any other 'karnā' verb. In conditional sentences, which are common at the B1 level, you might say: 'यदि तुम आज मेहनत नहीं करोगे, तो भविष्य में खेद करोगे' (If you don't work hard today, you will regret it in the future). This usage is very similar to the English 'to regret'.

हमें इस निर्णय पर खेद करना पड़ा (We had to regret this decision).

This 'paḍā' construction indicates compulsion, showing that the situation was so bad that regret was the only option.

Imperative Use: While rare, you might see 'खेद प्रकट कीजिए' (Please express regret) in formal instructions. It is more polite and formal than saying 'maafi maangiye' (ask for forgiveness).

Using 'khed karnā' in writing helps elevate your register. If you are writing a formal email to a professor or a business partner in India, saying 'main khed kartā hoon' or 'mujhe khed hai' shows a high level of linguistic competence and respect for the formal nature of the relationship. It avoids the colloquialism of 'sorry' and shows you have studied the 'Shuddh' (pure) aspects of the language. In summary, focus on the 'ne' particle in the past, the use of 'par' for the object of regret, and the distinction between the active 'karnā' and the more common state of 'honā'.

To hear खेद करना or its noun form 'खेद', you need to step into specific environments in India. The most iconic location is the Indian Railway station. The automated announcement system constantly broadcasts: 'गाड़ी संख्या... के देरी से चलने के कारण हमें खेद है' (We regret the delay of train number...). This is the first place every Hindi learner encounters the word. It becomes synonymous with the 'sorrow' of waiting on a platform.

News and Media: On news channels like NDTV India or Aaj Tak, when a public figure issues a retraction, the anchor will say, 'उन्होंने अपने शब्दों पर खेद व्यक्त किया' (He expressed regret over his words). Journalists use 'khed' because it is neutral and objective.

In the world of literature and 'Sahitya' (literature), 'khed karnā' is used to describe a character's internal monologue. In a novel by Premchand, a character might 'khed' over their inability to help a neighbor. It conveys a sense of moral burden that the simpler 'pachtānā' sometimes lacks.

आकाशवाणी समाचार: 'सरकार ने इस घटना पर गहरा खेद प्रकट किया है' (All India Radio: 'The government has expressed deep regret over this incident').

Another common place is in formal letters or 'Prarthana Patra' (applications). If a student is apologizing for being absent, they might write 'मुझे अपनी अनुपस्थिति पर खेद है'. This sounds much more professional than using English words. In Bollywood movies, you won't hear this in a high-energy dance song, but you will hear it in the 'courtroom drama' scenes or during a serious dialogue between an elder and a younger person. When a father tells his son, 'मुझे तुम्हारे व्यवहार पर खेद है,' it carries more sting than a simple 'I am angry.' It implies disappointment.

Public Service Announcements (PSAs): Whether it's a power cut notification from the electricity board or a road closure sign, 'khed' is the go-to word for institutional apology. It bridges the gap between the authority and the citizen.

In religious or philosophical discourses (Pravachan), 'khed' is discussed as an emotion that one must overcome to achieve peace. A guru might say, 'बीते हुए कल पर खेद मत करो' (Do not regret the past). Here, it is used in a spiritual context of letting go.

'असुविधा के लिए खेद है' (Regret for the inconvenience).

This four-word phrase is perhaps the most printed phrase in all of India, found on banners at construction sites, broken elevators, and delayed flights. By learning 'khed karnā', you are learning the language of the Indian public sphere.

For English speakers, the most common mistake is using खेद करना in situations that are too casual. If you step on someone's toe in a crowded market, saying 'Mujhe khed hai' will make people look at you strangely; it's like saying 'I offer my formal regrets' for a minor bump. Use 'Maaf kijiye' instead.

Confusing 'Karnā' and 'Honā': Learners often say 'Main khed hoon' (I am regret), which is grammatically incorrect. You must say 'Mujhe khed hai' (To me there is regret) or 'Main khed kartā hoon' (I do regret). The 'honā' construction is 90% more common in spoken Hindi.

Another mistake is the confusion between 'khed' and 'pachtāvā'. While both mean regret, 'pachtāvā' is much more personal and often implies a 'wish I had done differently' feeling. 'Khed' is more about the 'sorrow' of the outcome.

Incorrect: मैं अपनी चाय गिरने पर खेद करता हूँ (I regret my tea falling).
Correct: मेरी चाय गिर गई, मुझे अफ़सोस है (My tea fell, I am sorry).

Using 'khed' for trivial accidents sounds melodramatic. Pronunciation is another pitfall. The 'kh' (ख) is not a 'k'. It requires a friction of air at the soft palate. If you say 'ked', it sounds like 'laid' (from 'letnā') or just a nonsense word. Also, ensure the 'd' is dental (tongue touching the teeth), not retroflex (tongue curled back).

Register Mismatch: Mixing 'khed' with very slangy or informal words in the same sentence creates a 'linguistic whiplash'. For example, 'Bro, mujhe khed hai' sounds very odd. Pair 'khed' with other formal words or keep it in a formal context.

Lastly, learners often forget the preposition 'par'. They might say 'Main meri galti khed kartā hoon'. It must be 'Main apni galti par khed kartā hoon'. The regret is 'on' the mistake.

Incorrect: वह खेद किया।
Correct: उसने खेद किया.

Understanding these nuances will help you sound like a native speaker who respects the emotional and social weight of the words they choose. .

Hindi is rich with synonyms for regret, each with its own 'flavor' and level of formality. Understanding the spectrum will help you choose the right word for the right moment.

Pachtānā (पछताना): This is the most common word for personal regret. It implies a 'could have, should have' feeling. Use this when you regret not studying for an exam or buying a bad car. It is less about 'sorrow' and more about 'remorse' over an action.
Afsos Karnā (अफ़सोस करना): Of Persian origin, this word is very versatile. It covers both 'I am sorry for your loss' and 'I regret the mistake'. It is warmer and more emotional than 'khed'. If a friend fails a test, you say 'Mujhe afsos hai'. 'Khed' would sound too robotic there.

Another alternative is Shok Vyakt Karnā (शोक व्यक्त करना), which is specifically for mourning or expressing grief over a death. While 'khed' is sorrow, 'shok' is deep grief.

Comparison:
1. मुझे खेद है (Formal/Official regret).
2. मुझे अफ़सोस है (Personal/Empathetic regret).
3. मैं पछता रहा हूँ (Personal remorse over action).

For 'apologizing', you have 'Kshamā Māngnā' (क्षमा माँगना) or 'Maafi Māngnā' (माफ़ी माँगना). These are active requests for forgiveness. 'Khed karnā' is just the feeling/expression of regret, not necessarily the request for pardon.

Vilāp Karnā (विलाप करना): This means 'to wail' or 'to lament'. It is much more intense than 'khed' and usually involves vocalizing one's sorrow loudly, often in the context of a tragedy.

In professional settings, you might hear 'Truti ke liye kshama' (Apologies for the error), which is a common alternative to 'khed'. However, 'khed' remains the king of the 'official announcement' register.

'हमें हुई असुविधा के लिए खेद है' is the standard, but 'हमें अफ़सोस है' is its more conversational cousin.

When choosing between 'khed' and 'afsos', consider your audience. In North India, 'afsos' is ubiquitous. In government documents or high-Hindi literature, 'khed' is preferred. As a B1 learner, being able to use both correctly shows that you understand the dual heritage (Sanskrit and Persian) of the Hindi language. By mastering these alternatives, you gain the ability to navigate the complex social hierarchies of India through your speech.

How Formal Is It?

Formal

"प्रशासन इस विलंब के लिए खेद प्रकट करता है।"

Neutral

"मुझे आपकी असफलता पर खेद है।"

Informal

"मुझे खेद है यार, मैं नहीं आ पाया।"

Child friendly

"गलती होने पर खेद करना अच्छी बात है।"

Slang

Fun Fact

The word 'khed' shares a distant linguistic ancestor with the English word 'hate' (through Proto-Indo-European roots related to distress), though their meanings have diverged significantly.

Pronunciation Guide

UK /kʰeːd̪ kəɾ.nɑː/

US /kʰeɪd kər.nɑ/

Primary stress is on the first syllable of 'khed' and the second syllable of 'karnā'.

Rhymes With

भेद (bhed) खेत (khet - near rhyme) श्वेत (shvet - near rhyme) वेद (ved) छेद (chhed) सेद (sed) उछेद (uchhed) निषेध (niṣedh - near rhyme)

Common Errors

Pronouncing 'kh' as a hard 'k' (like 'cake').
Pronouncing 'd' as a retroflex 'D' (like 'dog'). It should be softer, dental.
Shortening the 'e' vowel in 'khed'.
Nasalizing the vowel when it shouldn't be.
Over-stressing the 'na' at the end.

Difficulty Rating

Reading 3/5

Recognizable in public signs but requires knowing the 'kh' character.

Writing 4/5

Requires understanding transitive verb grammar and 'ne' particle.

Speaking 4/5

Aspiration of 'kh' and dental 'd' can be tricky for beginners.

Listening 2/5

Very easy to hear in public announcements once you know it.

What to Learn Next

Prerequisites

करना होना दुख गलती पर

Learn Next

पछताना अफ़सोस क्षमा असुविधा व्यक्त

Advanced

अनुताप ग्लानि प्रायश्चित विषाद क्षोभ

Grammar to Know

Transitive Verbs in Past Tense

उसने खेद किया (He regretted). 'Ne' is used with the subject.

Compound Verbs with 'Karnā'

याद करना, काम करना, खेद करना. Noun + Verb.

Dative Subject (Indirect)

मुझे खेद है (To me there is regret). Subject + Ko/Mujhe.

Preposition 'Par'

गलती पर खेद (Regret ON mistake).

Infinitive as Noun

खेद करना कठिन है (Regretting is difficult).

Examples by Level

मुझे खेद है।

I am sorry (formal).

Simple subject + noun + verb 'to be'.

असुविधा के लिए खेद है।

Regret for the inconvenience.

Common fixed phrase.

देरी के लिए खेद है।

Regret for the delay.

Noun 'khed' used with 'ke liye'.

क्या आपको खेद है?

Do you have regret?

Question form.

हमें बहुत खेद है।

We are very sorry.

Adding 'bahut' for emphasis.

रेलवे को खेद है।

The railway regrets.

Using a collective noun as the subject.

आज खेद है।

There is regret today.

Simple time marker.

कोई खेद नहीं।

No regret.

Negative form.

मुझे अपनी गलती पर खेद है।

I regret my mistake.

Using 'par' to indicate the object of regret.

वह अपनी बात पर खेद करता है।

He regrets his words.

Present simple tense of 'khed karna'.

हमें आपकी हार पर खेद है।

We are sorry about your loss/defeat.

Expressing empathy formally.

क्या उसने खेद किया?

Did he regret?

Past tense question (simple).

मैं खेद करना चाहता हूँ।

I want to express regret.

Using 'chāhnā' (to want) with the infinitive.

उसे बहुत खेद हुआ।

He felt much regret.

Using 'honā' in the past tense for a feeling.

कृपया खेद न करें।

Please do not regret.

Imperative negative with 'na'.

यह खेद की बात है।

This is a matter of regret.

Noun phrase 'khed ki baat'.

उसने अपने व्यवहार पर गहरा खेद किया।

He expressed deep regret for his behavior.

Transitive past tense with 'ne' (implied or used).

यदि तुम नहीं आओगे, तो बाद में खेद करोगे।

If you don't come, you will regret it later.

Conditional sentence with future tense.

मंत्री ने अपनी टिप्पणी पर खेद व्यक्त किया।

The minister expressed regret over his remark.

Formal collocation 'khed vyakt karna'.

हमें इस घटना पर खेद करना चाहिए।

We should regret this incident.

Using 'chāhiye' (should).

उसने बिना किसी खेद के सच बोल दिया।

He told the truth without any regret.

Using 'binā kisi' (without any).

क्या वे अपनी पुरानी गलतियों पर खेद करते हैं?

Do they regret their old mistakes?

Present habitual tense.

मुझे खेद है कि मैं समय पर नहीं पहुँच सका।

I regret that I could not arrive on time.

Complex sentence with 'ki' clause.

कंपनी ने उत्पाद में खराबी के लिए खेद किया।

The company regretted the defect in the product.

Formal business context.

इतिहास गवाह है कि कई राजाओं ने अपने निर्णयों पर खेद किया।

History is witness that many kings regretted their decisions.

Historical narrative style.

वह अपनी कठोर वाणी पर खेद करने लगा।

He began to regret his harsh words.

Inceptive compound verb 'karne lagā'.

बिना सोचे-समझे किए गए कार्यों पर अक्सर खेद करना पड़ता है।

One often has to regret actions done without thinking.

Passive/Compulsion construction with 'paḍtā hai'.

उन्होंने सार्वजनिक रूप से अपने कृत्यों पर खेद प्रकट किया।

They publicly manifested regret for their acts.

Adverbial phrase 'sārvjanik rūp se'.

मुझे इस बात का खेद है कि मैं आपकी सहायता नहीं कर पाया।

I regret the fact that I could not help you.

Using 'is baat kā' to introduce the object of regret.

समाज को अपनी उदासीनता पर खेद करना चाहिए।

Society should regret its indifference.

Abstract subject 'samāj'.

खेद करने से बीता हुआ समय वापस नहीं आता।

Regretting doesn't bring back the past time.

Gerundial use of 'khed karnā'.

उसने अपनी चुप्पी पर खेद किया क्योंकि वह सच बोल सकता था।

He regretted his silence because he could have spoken the truth.

Reasoning with 'kyonki'.

उनकी आँखों में अपने पूर्वजों के प्रति खेद स्पष्ट झलक रहा था।

Regret towards his ancestors was clearly visible in his eyes.

Literary description.

सरकार ने सीमा पर हुई गोलाबारी पर गहरा खेद व्यक्त किया है।

The government has expressed deep regret over the shelling at the border.

Diplomatic register.

दार्शनिकों का मानना है कि मृत्यु के समय खेद करना व्यर्थ है।

Philosophers believe that regretting at the time of death is futile.

Academic/Philosophical register.

उसने अपनी सफलता के लिए किए गए समझौतों पर खेद किया।

He regretted the compromises made for his success.

Nuanced moral context.

संपादक ने लेख में हुई तथ्यात्मक त्रुटियों पर खेद प्रकट किया।

The editor expressed regret over the factual errors in the article.

Professional editorial terminology.

क्या मानवता अपनी प्रकृति के विनाश पर कभी खेद करेगी?

Will humanity ever regret the destruction of its nature?

Rhetorical question.

उसने अपने यौवन की ऊर्जा को व्यर्थ गँवाने पर खेद किया।

He regretted wasting the energy of his youth in vain.

Abstract noun usage 'yauvan ki ūrjā'.

न्यायाधीश ने अभियुक्त के खेद न करने पर कड़ी टिप्पणी की।

The judge made a harsh remark on the accused's lack of regret.

Gerund as an object of a preposition.

इस महाकाव्य में नायक का आत्म-खेद उसकी आध्यात्मिक यात्रा का केंद्र है।

In this epic, the protagonist's self-regret is the center of his spiritual journey.

Literary criticism register.

राजनयिक स्तर पर खेद व्यक्त करना अक्सर पूर्ण क्षमा माँगने से भिन्न होता है।

Expressing regret at a diplomatic level is often different from asking for a full apology.

High-level political analysis.

उसकी चुप्पी में एक ऐसा खेद छिपा था जिसे शब्द नहीं दे सकते थे।

In her silence was hidden a regret that words could not give.

Poetic/Metaphorical usage.

क्या यह खेद केवल एक औपचारिक औपचारिकता मात्र है?

Is this regret merely a formal formality?

Cynical/Analytical inquiry.

लेखक ने आधुनिकता की अंधी दौड़ में खोए हुए मूल्यों पर खेद किया है।

The author has regretted the values lost in the blind race of modernity.

Socio-cultural commentary.

उसने अपने जीवन के उस अध्याय पर खेद करना अब छोड़ दिया था।

He had now stopped regretting that chapter of his life.

Narrative resolution.

खेद की यह अग्नि उसे भीतर ही भीतर जला रही थी।

This fire of regret was burning him from within.

Metaphorical 'fire of regret'.

विद्वानों ने अनुवाद में हुई सांस्कृतिक अर्थहानि पर खेद प्रकट किया।

Scholars expressed regret over the cultural loss of meaning in the translation.

Linguistic academic register.

Common Collocations

गहरा खेद

खेद व्यक्त करना

खेद प्रकट करना

अत्यंत खेद

खेदजनक घटना

बिना किसी खेद के

खेद की बात

औपचारिक खेद

दिल से खेद

खेद प्रकट करने योग्य

Common Phrases

असुविधा के लिए खेद है

— Sorry for the inconvenience. Used in public notices.

सड़क बंद है, असुविधा के लिए खेद है।

देरी के लिए खेद है

— Sorry for the delay. Heard at stations/airports.

ट्रेन लेट है, देरी के लिए खेद है।

खेद का विषय

— A matter of regret. Used in formal discussions.

यह खेद का विषय है कि प्रदूषण बढ़ रहा है।

सच्चा खेद

— Sincere regret. Expressing deep honesty.

उसने अपना सच्चा खेद व्यक्त किया।

खेदपूर्ण स्वर

— Regretful tone. Describing how someone speaks.

उसने खेदपूर्ण स्वर में अपनी बात कही।

खेद प्रकट करना बनता है

— It is appropriate to express regret.

ऐसी गलती पर खेद प्रकट करना बनता है।

कोई खेद नहीं होना

— To have no regrets.

मुझे अपने फैसले पर कोई खेद नहीं है।

खेद की लहर

— A wave of regret/sorrow.

खबर सुनते ही देश में खेद की लहर दौड़ गई।

खेद जताना

— To show/express regret (slightly more casual).

उसने अपनी अनुपस्थिति पर खेद जताया।

गहरे खेद के साथ

— With deep regret. Used to start bad news.

गहरे खेद के साथ हमें यह सूचित करना पड़ रहा है...।

Often Confused With

खेद करना vs पछताना

Pachtānā is personal remorse; Khed is formal sorrow/regret.

खेद करना vs अफ़सोस

Afsos is Urdu-origin and more emotional; Khed is Sanskrit-origin and more formal.

खेद करना vs क्षमा

Kshama is the act of forgiveness itself, not the feeling of regret.

Idioms & Expressions

"खेद की आग में जलना"

— To be consumed by regret. Intense emotional pain.

वह अपनी पुरानी गलतियों के कारण खेद की आग में जल रहा है।

Literary

"खेद के आँसू रोना"

— To weep with regret. Deep remorse.

जब उसे सच पता चला, वह खेद के आँसू रोने लगा।

Poetic

"मन में खेद पालना"

— To harbor regret in one's heart for a long time.

पुरानी बातों के लिए मन में खेद पालना अच्छी बात नहीं है।

Neutral

"खेद का घूँट पीना"

— To suppress one's regret or sorrow and move on.

उसने खेद का घूँट पिया और काम पर वापस चला गया।

Literary

"खेद की लकीरें"

— Visible signs of regret on someone's face.

उसके चेहरे पर खेद की लकीरें साफ़ देखी जा सकती थीं।

Descriptive

"खेद में डूबना"

— To be completely overwhelmed by sorrow/regret.

पूरा परिवार खेद में डूबा हुआ था।

Neutral

"खेद का पात्र बनना"

— To become an object of pity or regretful attention.

अपनी मूर्खता के कारण वह सबका खेद का पात्र बन गया।

Formal

"खेद की छाया"

— A shadow of regret; a lingering sadness.

उसकी मुस्कान के पीछे खेद की एक छाया थी।

Poetic

"खेद से भर जाना"

— To be filled with regret.

उसका हृदय खेद से भर गया।

Neutral

"खेद व्यक्त करने का अवसर"

— An opportunity to express regret.

यह आपके लिए खेद व्यक्त करने का सही अवसर है।

Formal

Easily Confused

खेद करना vs खेत (Khet)

Sounds similar.

Khet means 'farm/field'; Khed means 'regret'. The ending consonant is different (t vs d).

किसान खेत में है vs मुझे खेद है।

खेद करना vs भेद (Bhed)

Rhymes and looks similar.

Bhed means 'difference' or 'secret'.

दोनों में क्या भेद है?

खेद करना vs वेद (Ved)

Rhymes.

Ved refers to the ancient Hindu scriptures.

ऋग्वेद सबसे पुराना वेद है।

खेद करना vs खेदजनक (Khedjanak)

Related word.

Khedjanak is an adjective (regrettable); Khed karna is the verb.

यह खेदजनक स्थिति है।

खेद करना vs खेदपूर्वक (Khedpūrvak)

Related word.

This is an adverb meaning 'regretfully'.

उसने खेदपूर्वक मना कर दिया।

Sentence Patterns

मुझे [Noun] के लिए खेद है।

मुझे देरी के लिए खेद है।

[Subject] [Noun] पर खेद करता है।

वह अपनी गलती पर खेद करता है।

[Subject] ने [Noun] पर खेद किया।

उसने अपने व्यवहार पर खेद किया।

यह खेद की बात है कि [Clause]।

यह खेद की बात है कि आप नहीं आ सके।

[Subject] को [Noun] पर खेद करना पड़ा।

उसे अपने फैसले पर खेद करना पड़ा।

[Subject] द्वारा खेद व्यक्त किया गया।

सरकार द्वारा गहरा खेद व्यक्त किया गया।

बिना किसी [Noun] के [Verb]।

बिना किसी खेद के उसने सच कहा।

[Noun] की अग्नि में [Verb]।

वह खेद की अग्नि में जल रहा था।

Word Family

Nouns

Verbs

Adjectives

How to Use It

frequency

High in formal/public contexts, Medium in daily speech.

Common Mistakes

Main khed hoon. → Mujhe khed hai.
You cannot 'be' regret; you 'have' regret in Hindi grammar.
Vah apni galti khed kiya. → Usne अपनी गलती पर खेद किया।
Missing 'ne' for the subject and 'par' for the object.
Using 'khed' for a small bump. → Maaf kijiye.
'Khed' is too formal for minor physical accidents.
Pronouncing 'khed' like 'ked'. → Khed (with aspirated Kh).
The 'kh' sound is essential for the word to be understood.
Mujhe khed hai ki tum mar gaye. → Mujhe tumhari mrityu par shok hai.
'Khed' is too light/formal for a personal death; 'shok' or 'dukh' is better.

Tips

Formal Etiquette

When meeting an elder or a superior in a formal setting, using 'khed' to acknowledge a mistake shows you have high 'Sanskar' (upbringing).

The 'Ne' Rule

Always remember 'ne' in the past: 'Usne khed kiya'. This is a common point of failure for B1 learners.

Pairing

Learn 'khed' along with 'asuvidha' (inconvenience). They are like best friends in Hindi public notices.

Soft 'D'

Ensure your 'd' in 'khed' is dental. If it sounds like the 'd' in 'drum', it's wrong for Hindi.

Email Closings

In a formal apology email, ending with 'Is truti ke liye khed hai' is very professional.

Public Context

If you hear 'khed' in a public place, expect a delay or a change in plans. It's the signal for 'bad news' politely delivered.

Khed-Head

Associate 'Khed' with a 'Head' bowed in sorrow. It works every time.

Khed vs Afsos

Think of 'Khed' as 'Official' and 'Afsos' as 'Personal'. Use accordingly.

Root Khid

Knowing the Sanskrit root 'khid' helps you understand other words like 'khinn' (depressed).

Apology

Using 'khed' doesn't just mean you are sorry; it means you recognize the gravity of the situation.

Memorize It

Mnemonic

Think of 'Khed' as 'Kept Head Down'. When you regret something formally, you keep your head down in sorrow.

Visual Association

Imagine a railway station sign in India with 'Khed' written on it next to a sad-looking clock.

Word Web

Formal Railway Sorrow Regret Sanskrit Announcement Apology Official

Challenge

Try to find the word 'खेद' on any Indian government website or news portal today. Write down the sentence it was used in.

Word Origin

Derived from the Sanskrit root 'khid' (खिद्). In Sanskrit, it meant to be depressed, weary, or to suffer. It transitioned into Hindi through the Prakrit languages.

Original meaning: To be distressed or to suffer mental pain.

Indo-Aryan (Sanskrit origin).

Cultural Context

Always appropriate. It is never offensive as it is a polite and formal way to acknowledge a mistake or sorrow.

In English, 'regret' can be both personal and formal. In Hindi, 'khed' leans heavily towards the formal side compared to 'pachtānā'.

Commonly heard in Indian Railways announcements. Used in formal speeches by Indian Prime Ministers. Found in the prefaces of many classical Hindi books.

Practice in Real Life

Real-World Contexts

Railway/Airport

देरी के लिए खेद है
असुविधा के लिए खेद है
हमें खेद है
खेद प्रकट करते हैं

Business Email

मुझे खेद है कि...
त्रुटि के लिए खेद
गहरा खेद
खेदपूर्वक सूचित करना

Public Speech

खेद व्यक्त करना
गहरा खेद जताना
घटना पर खेद
सार्वजनिक खेद

Personal Apology

अपनी गलती पर खेद
व्यवहार पर खेद
दिल से खेद
खेद है

Literature

खेद की अग्नि
मन में खेद
खेदपूर्ण
आत्म-खेद

Conversation Starters

"क्या आपको कभी अपने किसी फैसले पर खेद हुआ है?"

"भारतीय रेलवे में 'खेद' शब्द का उपयोग इतना आम क्यों है?"

"क्या खेद करना और माफ़ी माँगना एक ही बात है?"

"आप अपनी गलतियों पर कैसे खेद व्यक्त करते हैं?"

"क्या आपने कभी बिना किसी खेद के कोई बड़ा कदम उठाया है?"

Journal Prompts

आज के दिन की किसी ऐसी घटना के बारे में लिखें जिस पर आपको खेद है।

खेद और पछतावे के बीच के अंतर को अपने शब्दों में समझाएं।

एक औपचारिक पत्र लिखें जिसमें आप अपनी अनुपस्थिति के लिए खेद प्रकट कर रहे हों।

क्या आपको लगता है कि खेद करना इंसान को बेहतर बनाता है? क्यों?

किसी ऐसी घटना का वर्णन करें जहाँ किसी संस्था ने आपसे खेद व्यक्त किया हो।

Frequently Asked Questions

10 questions

It's a bit too formal for close friends. Using 'sorry' or 'afsos hai' is better. Using 'khed' might sound like you are mocking them with overly formal language unless the situation is very grave.

'Khed hona' is 'to feel regret' (passive state), while 'khed karna' is 'to regret' (active expression or feeling). In 90% of cases, 'mujhe khed hai' (state) is used instead of 'main khed karta hoon'.

'Khed' is a masculine noun. Therefore, you say 'gahrā khed' (deep regret) and not 'gahri khed'.

You can say 'मुझे गहरा खेद है' (Mujhe gahrā khed hai) or 'मैं गहरा खेद व्यक्त करता हूँ' (Main gahrā khed vyakt kartā hoon).

It can be, but 'shok' (mourning) is more specific for death. 'Khed' is more for mistakes, delays, or unfortunate events.

Because it is the standard formal Hindi word for institutional apology. It sounds professional and polite to a large public audience.

Yes, in a formal context, it can imply a sense of sorrow or sadness, but it is almost always linked to a specific cause or regret.

The opposite would be 'garv' (pride) or 'khushi' (happiness/joy).

It is spelled as ख + े + द (खेद).

Not really. Bollywood songs usually use 'afsos', 'pachtāvā', or 'gham' because they are more rhythmic and emotional.