असावधानी in 30 Seconds
- Asavdhani means carelessness or lack of attention.
- It is the cause of many mistakes and accidents.
- Use it when someone is not being careful enough.
- Think 'not careful' to remember Asavdhani.
Understanding असावधानी (Asavdhani)
- Core Meaning
- 'Asavdhani' means carelessness or lack of attention. It's what happens when someone isn't being careful enough.
- When to Use It
- You use 'asavdhani' when you want to talk about a situation where someone made a mistake or something went wrong because they were not paying attention or were not careful. It's often used when discussing accidents, errors in work, or even minor slips.
- Examples in Context
- Imagine a chef accidentally adding salt instead of sugar to a cake. You could say, 'रसोई में असावधानी के कारण केक खराब हो गया।' (Due to carelessness in the kitchen, the cake got ruined.) Or, if someone forgets to lock their door, you might say, 'दरवाजा खुला छोड़ना असावधानी है।' (Leaving the door open is carelessness.)
- Nuance of Negligence
- 'Asavdhani' can sometimes imply a degree of negligence, meaning a failure to exercise reasonable care. It's not just a simple mistake but a mistake that could have been avoided with more attention. For instance, a driver who is texting while driving and causes an accident is exhibiting significant 'asavdhani'.
- Common Scenarios
- This word is very common in everyday conversations, especially when discussing safety, work quality, and personal responsibility. You'll hear it in news reports about accidents, in workplace safety training, and in casual conversations about minor mishaps.
- Related Concepts
- It is closely related to words like 'लापरवाही' (laparvahi - negligence) and 'ग़लती' (galti - mistake), but 'asavdhani' specifically focuses on the lack of care as the root cause.
The accident happened due to असावधानी.
Constructing Sentences with असावधानी
- Basic Sentence Structure
- The most common way to use 'asavdhani' is to state that something happened 'due to carelessness' or 'because of lack of attention'. This is often expressed using the postposition 'के कारण' (ke karan) or 'की वजह से' (ki wajah se).
- Examples with 'के कारण' (ke karan - due to)
- 'ड्राइवर की असावधानी के कारण दुर्घटना हुई।' (Driver ki asavdhani ke karan durghatna hui.) - The accident happened due to the driver's carelessness.
- 'इस असावधानी के कारण, हमें बहुत नुकसान हुआ।' (Is asavdhani ke karan, hamein bahut nuksan hua.) - Due to this carelessness, we suffered a lot of loss.
- 'परीक्षा में असावधानी के कारण कुछ प्रश्न छूट गए।' (Pariksha mein asavdhani ke karan kuch prashn chhoot gaye.) - Some questions were missed in the exam due to carelessness.
- Examples with 'की वजह से' (ki wajah se - because of)
- 'आपकी असावधानी की वजह से सब गड़बड़ हो गया।' (Aapki asavdhani ki wajah se sab gadbad ho gaya.) - Everything got messed up because of your carelessness.
- 'उसकी असावधानी की वजह से ही यह समस्या हुई।' (Uski asavdhani ki wajah se hi yeh samasya hui.) - This problem occurred only because of his carelessness.
- Describing a State of Being Careless
- You can also use 'asavdhani' to describe someone's state. For example:
- Sentences using 'में' (mein - in)
- 'वह असावधानी में था और उसने गलती कर दी।' (Vah asavdhani mein tha aur usne galti kar di.) - He was in a state of carelessness and made a mistake.
- 'यात्रा के दौरान असावधानी से बचें।' (Yatra ke dauran asavdhani se bachein.) - Avoid carelessness during travel. (This is an imperative, advising someone to be careful.)
- Using 'से' (se - from/by)
- 'असावधानी से गाड़ी न चलाएं।' (Asavdhani se gaadi na chalaayein.) - Do not drive carelessly.
- Advisory Sentences
- You can also use it in warnings or advice:
- Examples
- 'हमेशा असावधानी से बचने की कोशिश करनी चाहिए।' (Hamesha asavdhani se bachne ki koshish karni chahiye.) - We should always try to avoid carelessness.
- 'यह असावधानी का परिणाम है।' (Yeh asavdhani ka parinaam hai.) - This is the result of carelessness.
Real-World Usage of असावधानी
- Everyday Conversations
- You'll hear 'asavdhani' frequently in informal settings. For example, if someone drops something or makes a small mistake, they might say, 'मेरी असावधानी थी।' (Meri asavdhani thi.) - It was my carelessness. Or a parent might warn a child, 'यहाँ असावधानी से मत खेलो!' (Yahan asavdhani se mat khelo!) - Don't play carelessly here!
- Workplace and Safety
- In professional environments, especially those related to safety, 'asavdhani' is a key term. Safety officers might conduct training sessions emphasizing the prevention of 'asavdhani' to avoid accidents. News reports about industrial accidents or road mishaps will often cite 'asavdhani' as a contributing factor.
- Accident Reports and Investigations
- When an accident occurs, whether it's a minor fall or a major incident, investigations often look into the role of 'asavdhani'. The report might state, 'जांच में असावधानी का पता चला।' (Jaanch mein asavdhani ka pata chala.) - Carelessness was detected in the investigation.
- Legal and Formal Contexts
- In more formal settings, like legal documents or official warnings, 'asavdhani' can be used to indicate a failure to meet a certain standard of care. For example, a notice might warn against actions leading to 'गंभीर असावधानी'.
- Educational Settings
- Teachers might warn students about 'asavdhani' in their homework or lab work. 'अपनी असावधानी को सुधारें।' (Apni asavdhani ko sudharein.) - Improve your carelessness (i.e., be more careful).
- Media and Public Announcements
- Public service announcements often use this word to urge caution. For instance, a campaign might highlight the dangers of 'सार्वजनिक स्थानों पर असावधानी' (sarvajanik sthanon par asavdhani - carelessness in public places).
Pitfalls to Avoid with असावधानी
- Confusing with 'लापरवाही' (Laparvahi)
- While 'asavdhani' and 'laparvahi' are similar, 'laparvahi' often implies a more serious degree of negligence or recklessness. 'Asavdhani' can refer to a simpler lack of attention, whereas 'laparvahi' suggests a disregard for consequences. For example, a driver speeding excessively might be accused of 'laparvahi', while a driver who briefly looks at their phone might be said to have acted out of 'asavdhani'.
- Overuse or Underuse
- Learners might overuse 'asavdhani' for any minor mistake, or conversely, avoid it altogether, using vaguer terms. It's important to use it specifically when the cause of the error or accident is a lack of attention or carefulness.
- Grammatical Errors
- Incorrectly attaching postpositions like 'से' (se) or 'के कारण' (ke karan) can lead to awkward phrasing. Ensure you use the correct grammatical structure, such as 'असावधानी के कारण' (due to carelessness) or 'असावधानी से' (carelessly).
- Misinterpreting Context
- Using 'asavdhani' for situations where the error was due to a lack of knowledge or skill, rather than a lack of attention, would be a mistake. For instance, if someone fails an exam because they didn't study, it's not 'asavdhani', but a lack of preparation.
- Pronunciation Issues
- Mispronouncing the word, especially the 's' and 'dh' sounds, can make it difficult for native speakers to understand. Practice the pronunciation carefully.
- Literal Translation
- Trying to translate the concept too literally from English might lead to unnatural phrasing. Focus on how native speakers use the word in context.
Exploring Synonyms and Related Terms
- लापरवाही (Laparvahi)
- Meaning: Negligence, recklessness, heedlessness.
Comparison: 'Laparvahi' often implies a more serious disregard for safety or rules than 'asavdhani'. While 'asavdhani' can be a momentary lapse in attention, 'laparvahi' suggests a more consistent pattern of not caring.
Example: 'उसकी लापरवाही के कारण आग लगी।' (Uski laparvahi ke karan aag lagi.) - A fire broke out due to his recklessness. (This sounds more severe than just carelessness.) - ग़लती (Galti)
- Meaning: Mistake, error, fault.
Comparison: 'Galti' is a very general term for any error. 'Asavdhani' is a specific cause of a 'galti'. You can make a 'galti' for many reasons, but 'asavdhani' pinpoints the lack of attention as the reason.
Example: 'यह मेरी ग़लती थी।' (Yeh meri galti thi.) - This was my mistake. (This doesn't specify why the mistake happened.) - चूक (Chook)
- Meaning: Slip, oversight, omission.
Comparison: 'Chook' is similar to 'asavdhani' in that it often refers to something missed or overlooked. However, 'chook' can sometimes be a more passive error, while 'asavdhani' implies an active state of not paying attention.
Example: 'एक छोटी सी चूक हो गई।' (Ek chhoti si chook ho gayi.) - A small oversight occurred. (This could be due to carelessness or just a momentary lapse.) - बेपरवाही (Beparvahi)
- Meaning: Carelessness, indifference, nonchalance.
Comparison: 'Beparvahi' is very close to 'asavdhani' and often used interchangeably. It emphasizes a lack of concern or interest, which leads to carelessness.
Example: 'वह हमेशा बेपरवाही से काम करता है।' (Vah hamesha beparvahi se kaam karta hai.) - He always works carelessly/indifferently. - सतर्कता (Satarkta) - Antonym
- Meaning: Alertness, vigilance, caution.
Comparison: This is the direct opposite of 'asavdhani'. Being 'satark' means being attentive and careful, the very qualities that are absent in 'asavdhani'.
Example: 'हमें हमेशा सतर्कता बरतनी चाहिए।' (Hamein hamesha satarkta bartani chahiye.) - We should always exercise caution.
Fun Fact
The concept of 'asavdhani' (carelessness) is recognized across many cultures and languages, often leading to similar words for accidents and errors. The Sanskrit root highlights its ancient presence in Indian thought.
Pronunciation Guide
- Confusing the 's' and 'sh' sounds.
- Pronouncing the 'dh' sound like a simple 'd'.
- Adding an extra vowel sound after the 'n'.
Examples by Level
यह मेरी असावधानी थी।
This was my carelessness.
Simple statement of ownership of carelessness.
गाड़ी धीरे चलाओ, असावधानी मत करो।
Drive the car slowly, do not be careless.
Imperative sentence advising against carelessness.
असावधानी से गिर गया।
Fell due to carelessness.
Past tense verb describing an action resulting from carelessness.
यहाँ असावधानी ठीक नहीं है।
Carelessness is not good here.
General statement about the inappropriateness of carelessness.
उसकी असावधानी से फोन टूट गया।
His phone broke due to his carelessness.
Cause and effect sentence using 'ki wajah se' implicitly.
काम में असावधानी मत करो।
Don't be careless in work.
Negative imperative advising against carelessness in a specific context.
असावधानी से खाना बनाओ।
Cook food carelessly. (This is likely a mistake in the prompt, it should be 'cook food carefully' or 'don't cook carelessly'. Assuming the intent is to show improper use or a mistake)
Incorrect imperative, likely meant to be 'सावधानी से' (carefully).
असावधानी के कारण चोट लगी।
Got injured due to carelessness.
Simple statement of injury caused by carelessness.
ड्राइवर की असावधानी के कारण दुर्घटना हुई।
The accident happened due to the driver's carelessness.
Using 'के कारण' to link cause and effect.
हमें काम में असावधानी से बचना चाहिए।
We should avoid carelessness in work.
Using 'से बचना चाहिए' (should avoid) with 'asavdhani'.
इस तरह की असावधानी स्वीकार्य नहीं है।
This kind of carelessness is not acceptable.
Describing carelessness as unacceptable.
उसकी असावधानी की वजह से सब गड़बड़ हो गया।
Everything got messed up because of his carelessness.
Using 'की वजह से' for cause and effect.
यात्रा के दौरान असावधानी से बचें।
Avoid carelessness during travel.
Advisory sentence using 'से बचें' (avoid).
क्या यह तुम्हारी असावधानी थी?
Was this your carelessness?
Interrogative sentence asking about responsibility for carelessness.
थोड़ी सी असावधानी से बड़ा नुकसान हो सकता है।
A little carelessness can cause big damage.
Conditional statement about the consequences of carelessness.
यह असावधानी का परिणाम है।
This is the result of carelessness.
Stating the outcome of carelessness.
परीक्षा में असावधानी के कारण कुछ प्रश्न छूट गए, जिसके लिए मैं दोषी हूँ।
Some questions were missed in the exam due to carelessness, for which I am guilty.
Complex sentence with a subordinate clause indicating guilt.
सुरक्षा नियमों का पालन न करना एक गंभीर असावधानी है।
Not following safety rules is a serious carelessness.
Defining a specific action as a form of carelessness.
हमें अपनी रोजमर्रा की जिंदगी में असावधानी से बचने के तरीके खोजने चाहिए।
We should find ways to avoid carelessness in our daily lives.
Suggesting proactive measures to prevent carelessness.
उसकी असावधानी का परिणाम यह हुआ कि पूरी परियोजना खतरे में पड़ गई।
The result of his carelessness was that the entire project was put in danger.
Using 'परिणाम यह हुआ कि' (the result was that) to show consequence.
अस्पताल में मरीजों के प्रति असावधानी जानलेवा हो सकती है।
Carelessness towards patients in a hospital can be fatal.
Highlighting the severe consequences of carelessness in a specific profession.
यह समझना महत्वपूर्ण है कि असावधानी कभी-कभी अनजाने में भी हो सकती है।
It is important to understand that carelessness can sometimes happen unintentionally.
Acknowledging the unintentional nature of some carelessness.
सावधानी और असावधानी के बीच एक पतली रेखा होती है।
There is a thin line between caution and carelessness.
Metaphorical statement about the fine distinction.
इस मामले में, असावधानी को लापरवाही का पर्याय नहीं माना जा सकता।
In this matter, carelessness cannot be considered synonymous with negligence.
Differentiating 'asavdhani' from 'laparvahi'.
तकनीकी खराबी के बजाय, जांच में मुख्य कारण कर्मचारी की असावधानी पाई गई।
Instead of a technical fault, the investigation found the main cause to be employee carelessness.
Complex sentence contrasting potential causes and identifying carelessness.
सार्वजनिक स्थानों पर असावधानी से जुड़े खतरों के बारे में जागरूकता बढ़ाई जानी चाहिए।
Awareness about the dangers associated with carelessness in public places should be increased.
Using passive voice and abstract noun phrases.
किसी भी संगठन की सफलता काफी हद तक उसके कर्मचारियों की असावधानी से बचने की क्षमता पर निर्भर करती है।
The success of any organization largely depends on its employees' ability to avoid carelessness.
Complex sentence structure with dependency clauses.
सांस्कृतिक आदान-प्रदान के दौरान होने वाली असावधानी से कूटनीतिक संबंध प्रभावित हो सकते हैं।
Carelessness during cultural exchange can affect diplomatic relations.
Discussing the impact of carelessness in a high-stakes context.
प्रौद्योगिकी के बढ़ते उपयोग ने जहां सुविधा बढ़ाई है, वहीं असावधानी के नए रास्ते भी खोले हैं।
While the increasing use of technology has increased convenience, it has also opened new avenues for carelessness.
Juxtaposing benefits and drawbacks, using 'जहाँ...वहीं'.
यह तर्क दिया जा सकता है कि आधुनिक जीवन की भागदौड़ अक्सर अनजाने में असावधानी को बढ़ावा देती है।
It can be argued that the rush of modern life often inadvertently promotes carelessness.
Using modal verbs and abstract reasoning.
किसी भी दुर्घटना की रिपोर्ट में, असावधानी के स्तर का आकलन करना महत्वपूर्ण होता है।
In any accident report, assessing the level of carelessness is important.
Formal language used in official contexts.
जिम्मेदारी से काम करने का अर्थ है अपनी असावधानी को नियंत्रित करना।
Working responsibly means controlling one's carelessness.
Defining responsibility in terms of managing carelessness.
डिजिटल युग में, सूचनाओं के अतिरेक के कारण होने वाली असावधानी एक उभरती हुई चिंता है।
In the digital age, carelessness caused by information overload is an emerging concern.
Sophisticated vocabulary and abstract concepts.
न्यायिक निर्णयों में, किसी व्यक्ति के कार्यों में असावधानी की मात्रा का निर्धारण अक्सर जटिल होता है।
In judicial decisions, determining the degree of carelessness in a person's actions is often complex.
Legal terminology and nuanced expression.
संज्ञानात्मक पूर्वाग्रहों (cognitive biases) को समझना हमें यह पहचानने में मदद कर सकता है कि कैसे हमारी अपनी असावधानी हमें निर्णय लेने में प्रभावित करती है।
Understanding cognitive biases can help us recognize how our own carelessness affects our decision-making.
Integrating psychological concepts with the word.
सामूहिक असावधानी (collective carelessness) की अवधारणा उन स्थितियों पर लागू होती है जहाँ किसी समूह के सदस्य मिलकर लापरवाही बरतते हैं।
The concept of collective carelessness applies to situations where members of a group together exhibit negligence.
Introducing and defining a complex concept.
कला और साहित्य में, असावधानी को अक्सर मानवीय अनुभव के एक अनिवार्य, यद्यपि दुखद, पहलू के रूप में चित्रित किया जाता है।
In art and literature, carelessness is often depicted as an essential, albeit tragic, aspect of the human experience.
Discussing the word's representation in creative fields.
पर्यावरणीय क्षरण के लिए व्यक्तिगत असावधानी के संचयी प्रभाव को कम करके नहीं आंका जाना चाहिए।
The cumulative effect of individual carelessness on environmental degradation should not be underestimated.
Connecting carelessness to broader societal issues.
नैतिक दुविधाओं में, जानबूझकर की गई असावधानी और अनजाने में हुई चूक के बीच अंतर करना महत्वपूर्ण है।
In ethical dilemmas, it is important to distinguish between intentional carelessness and unintentional oversight.
Exploring ethical dimensions and finer distinctions.
किसी भी प्रणाली की भेद्यता (vulnerability) अक्सर उसमें निहित असावधानी के सूक्ष्म संकेतों से प्रकट होती है।
The vulnerability of any system is often revealed by subtle signs of carelessness inherent within it.
Using abstract nouns and sophisticated sentence structure.
मानव त्रुटि के अध्ययन में, असावधानी को अक्सर एक बहुआयामी घटना के रूप में देखा जाता है, जो संज्ञानात्मक, भावनात्मक और पर्यावरणीय कारकों से प्रभावित होती है।
In the study of human error, carelessness is often viewed as a multidimensional phenomenon, influenced by cognitive, emotional, and environmental factors.
Academic and scientific discourse.
आधुनिक समाज में, सूचनाओं की चकाचौंध और निरंतर उत्तेजना के कारण होने वाली असावधानी, ध्यान की गहराई को क्षीण कर रही है, जिससे सतहीपन को बढ़ावा मिल रहा है।
In modern society, carelessness caused by the glare of information and constant stimulation is eroding depth of attention, promoting superficiality.
Philosophical and critical analysis.
किसी भी दुर्घटना की जांच में, असावधानी के मूल कारणों का पता लगाना महत्वपूर्ण है, न कि केवल सतही लक्षणों पर ध्यान केंद्रित करना।
In the investigation of any accident, it is crucial to identify the root causes of carelessness, rather than merely focusing on superficial symptoms.
Emphasis on root cause analysis.
सांस्कृतिक ऐतिहासिक परिप्रेक्ष्य में, असावधानी को अक्सर सामाजिक प्रगति या पतन के एक संकेतक के रूप में देखा गया है।
In a cultural-historical perspective, carelessness has often been viewed as an indicator of social progress or decline.
Historical and sociological interpretation.
असावधानी का अध्ययन हमें मानव स्वभाव की सीमाओं और निरंतर सतर्कता की आवश्यकता की याद दिलाता है।
The study of carelessness reminds us of the limitations of human nature and the need for constant vigilance.
Reflective and philosophical statement.
तकनीकी प्रणालियों के डिजाइन में, मानव असावधानी की संभावना को कम करने के लिए 'फोली-प्रूफिंग' (folly-proofing) के सिद्धांतों को एकीकृत करना आवश्यक है।
In the design of technological systems, it is essential to integrate principles of 'folly-proofing' to minimize the possibility of human carelessness.
Technical and design-oriented vocabulary.
जब असावधानी एक संगठनात्मक संस्कृति का हिस्सा बन जाती है, तो यह नवाचार और दक्षता के लिए एक गंभीर बाधा उत्पन्न करती है।
When carelessness becomes part of an organizational culture, it poses a serious impediment to innovation and efficiency.
Organizational behavior and impact analysis.
नियतिवाद (determinism) के दृष्टिकोण से, असावधानी को अक्सर पूर्ववर्ती कारणों की एक अनिवार्य कड़ी के रूप में देखा जा सकता है।
From a deterministic perspective, carelessness can often be seen as an inevitable link in a chain of preceding causes.
Philosophical and abstract reasoning.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
— It was my carelessness.
जब मैंने चाबियाँ खो दीं, तो मैंने कहा, 'मेरी असावधानी थी।'
— This is the result of carelessness.
टूटे हुए बर्तन को देखकर कहा, 'यह असावधानी का नतीजा है।'
— Be careful, not careless.
हमेशा याद रखें: सावधानी बरतें, असावधानी नहीं।
Idioms & Expressions
— Literally 'to close eyes', this idiom means to ignore or turn a blind eye to something, which can be a form of carelessness or deliberate neglect.
समस्याओं को देखकर आँखें मूंद लेना असावधानी है। (Ignoring problems is carelessness.)
Neutral— Literally 'not even a louse crawling on the ear', this means to be completely indifferent or unconcerned, often implying a state of carelessness towards a situation.
जब सब परेशान थे, वह तो जैसे कान पर जूँ न रेंगने वाली असावधानी दिखा रहा था। (While everyone was worried, he showed a kind of carelessness as if nothing bothered him.)
Informal— To help or lend a hand. While not directly about carelessness, failing to 'haath batana' when help is needed can be seen as a form of passive carelessness or lack of engagement.
मदद के समय हाथ न बटाना भी एक तरह की असावधानी है। (Not lending a hand when help is needed is also a type of carelessness.)
Neutral— To prepare for death or take extreme risks. This is the opposite of carelessness; it implies extreme bravery or readiness for danger.
सिर पर कफ़न बाँधकर काम करना असावधानी से बिल्कुल अलग है। (Working with 'sir par kafan baandhna' is completely different from carelessness.)
Neutral— To ignore or overlook. This action can be a direct result of 'asavdhani'.
छोटी-छोटी बातों को नज़रअंदाज़ करना असावधानी को जन्म देता है। (Ignoring small things gives rise to carelessness.)
Neutral— To not pay attention. This is the core of 'asavdhani'.
परीक्षा में ध्यान न देना तुम्हारी असावधानी थी। (Not paying attention in the exam was your carelessness.)
Neutral— To be negligent or careless. This is a close synonym of acting with 'asavdhani'.
किसी भी काम में लापरवाही बरतना ठीक नहीं है। (It is not right to be negligent in any work.)
Neutral— To work thoughtfully and with consideration. This is the opposite of working with 'asavdhani'.
सोच-समझकर काम करने से असावधानी से बचा जा सकता है। (Working thoughtfully can help avoid carelessness.)
Neutral— To keep one's eyes open, meaning to be aware and vigilant. This is the opposite of the carelessness implied by 'aankhein moond lena'.
हमेशा आँखें खुली रखकर काम करना चाहिए ताकि असावधानी न हो। (One should always work with eyes open so that there is no carelessness.)
Neutral— To remain alert or vigilant. This is the direct antidote to 'asavdhani'.
खतरनाक जगहों पर सतर्क रहना बहुत ज़रूरी है, असावधानी जानलेवा हो सकती है। (It is very important to remain alert in dangerous places; carelessness can be fatal.)
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Memorize It
Mnemonic
Imagine someone named 'Avi' who is always 'dhani' (rich) but very careless. He spills his money everywhere because of his 'Avi-dhani' (Avi's carelessness). So, 'Asavdhani' = Avi's carelessness.
Visual Association
Picture a clumsy person juggling fragile glass items, with one item slipping and breaking. The broken item represents the consequence of 'asavdhani' (carelessness).
Word Web
Challenge
Try to identify five instances in your day where 'asavdhani' could have occurred or did occur, and think about how you could have been more careful.
Word Origin
The word 'asavdhani' is derived from Sanskrit. It is a compound word formed by prefixing 'अ-' (a-) meaning 'not' or 'without' to the word 'सावधानी' (savdhani).
Original meaning: The prefix 'a-' negates the meaning of 'savdhani'. Thus, 'asavdhani' literally means 'not having caution' or 'lack of caution'.
Indo-Aryan (Sanskrit origin)Cultural Context
The word 'asavdhani' itself is neutral, but its context can be sensitive. Accusing someone of 'asavdhani' can be seen as criticism, especially if it leads to significant negative outcomes. It's important to use it appropriately and consider the impact of the carelessness being discussed.
In English-speaking cultures, similar concepts exist like 'carelessness', 'negligence', 'inattention', and 'recklessness'. The word 'asavdhani' encapsulates these nuances within a single Hindi term, often used in contexts where a specific cause of error is highlighted.
Summary
Asavdhani directly translates to carelessness or lack of attention. It's a crucial concept for understanding why mistakes happen and for emphasizing the importance of being mindful and focused in any task to prevent errors and accidents.
- Asavdhani means carelessness or lack of attention.
- It is the cause of many mistakes and accidents.
- Use it when someone is not being careful enough.
- Think 'not careful' to remember Asavdhani.
Example
असावधानी से बचो।
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आखिरी
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