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पुनरावृति करना

B1 verb 6 min read

पुनरावृति करना

punraavritti karna

Practice it Examples Notes & Tips पुनरावृति करना in 30 Seconds

Explanation पुनरावृति करना in your Level:

At the A1 level, 'पुनरावृति करना' might seem a bit difficult. It is a long word. You can think of it as a fancy way to say 'to do again' or 'to repeat'. In school, teachers use this word when they want students to look at their lessons again. It is made of two parts: 'punrāvr̥tti' (repetition) and 'karnā' (to do). For now, just remember that it means 'to repeat' in a classroom setting. You don't need to use it every day, but you should recognize it when your teacher says it.

At the A2 level, you are learning more formal words. 'पुनरावृति करना' is used when you are talking about studying or following a pattern. Instead of just saying 'phir se' (again), you use this word to talk about 'revision'. For example, if you are preparing for a small test, you are doing 'punrāvr̥tti'. Remember that 'punrāvr̥tti' is a feminine word, so we use 'ki' with it. Example: 'Sabaq ki punrāvr̥tti' (Revision of the lesson).

At the B1 level, you should start using 'पुनरावृति करना' in formal contexts. It is the standard word for 'revision' and 'repetition' in academic and professional Hindi. You should use it to describe cycles, recurring events, or systematic reviews. You should also be careful with the grammar: when using it in the past tense with 'ne', the verb 'karnā' becomes 'kī' because 'punrāvr̥tti' is feminine. It helps you sound more educated and precise than using 'dohrānā' for everything.

At the B2 level, you should understand the nuance between 'punrāvr̥tti' and its synonyms. This word implies a formal process or a natural cycle. You will see it in news reports about recurring economic trends or historical patterns. You should be able to use it in complex sentences, such as 'In order to avoid the repetition of past mistakes, we need a new strategy.' It is also used in technical Hindi for 'iteration' in mathematics or computer science.

At the C1 level, 'पुनरावृति करना' is used in literary and philosophical discussions. You might discuss the 'eternal recurrence' (shāshvat punrāvr̥tti) of time or the rhythmic repetition in classical Indian poetry and music. You should be comfortable using the word as both a verb and a noun. You will encounter it in high-level academic papers, legal documents, and classical literature. It conveys a sense of structure and inevitability that 'dohrānā' lacks.

At the C2 level, you have a complete grasp of 'पुनरावृति करना' and its place in the Sanskritized register of Hindi (Shuddh Hindi). You can use it to analyze the 'repetition' of motifs in cinema or the 'recurrence' of constitutional crises. You understand its etymological roots and can use related terms like 'punrāvr̥tt' (repeated/adj) effortlessly. Your usage reflects an appreciation for the word's formal tone and its ability to describe complex, cyclical phenomena in society and nature.

Practice it Examples Notes & Tips

पुनरावृति करना in 30 Seconds

A formal verb for revision and repetition.
Commonly used in academic, scientific, and professional settings.
Formed by 'punrāvr̥tti' (repetition) and 'karnā' (to do).
Requires the possessive 'ki' when used with an object.

The Hindi verb पुनरावृति करना (Punrāvr̥tti karnā) is a sophisticated term primarily used to describe the act of repetition or revision. While the common word 'दोहराना' (dohrānā) is used for simple repetition in daily life, 'पुनरावृति करना' carries a more formal, academic, or technical weight. It is derived from the Sanskrit words 'punah' (again) and 'āvr̥tti' (occurrence/repetition). In an educational context, it refers to the systematic review of material to ensure mastery. In a scientific or mathematical context, it refers to the recurrence of a pattern or a cycle. Understanding this word allows a learner to transition from basic conversational Hindi to a more professional and educated register.

Academic Context: Students are often told to perform 'punrāvr̥tti' before examinations to solidify their knowledge. It implies a structured review rather than just a casual glance.
Artistic Context: In music or dance, repeating a specific sequence or 'tala' is referred to as punrāvr̥tti to achieve perfection in rhythm.

परीक्षा में सफलता पाने के लिए पाठ की पुनरावृति करना अनिवार्य है। (To achieve success in exams, revising the lesson is mandatory.)

The term is also frequently used in the context of history or nature. When we say 'history repeats itself', the formal Hindi translation often involves 'पुनरावृति'. It suggests a cycle that returns to its starting point. In technical fields like software development, an iterative process—where a set of instructions is executed repeatedly—is described using this term. It is a 'conjunct verb', meaning it is formed by combining a noun (पुनरावृति) with the helper verb (करना).

इतिहास की पुनरावृति करना मनुष्य की पुरानी आदत है। (Repeating history is an old habit of mankind.)

Scientific Usage: Used to describe periodic phenomena, such as the orbit of planets or the recurrence of symptoms in a medical condition.

Using 'पुनरावृति करना' requires an understanding of how Hindi conjunct verbs function with the possessive marker 'की' (kī). Since 'पुनरावृति' is a feminine noun, when you want to say 'to repeat [something]', you usually place the object before 'की'. For example: '[Object] की पुनरावृति करना'. This structure is vital for B1 learners to master as it elevates their grammatical accuracy.

क्या आप इस प्रयोग की पुनरावृति कर सकते हैं? (Can you repeat this experiment?)

In the sentence above, 'प्रयोग' (experiment) is the object. Because we are using the formal 'पुनरावृति', we connect it with 'की'. This distinguishes it from 'प्रयोग दोहराना' which is more casual. You can conjugate the verb 'करना' in all tenses: 'करता हूँ' (present), 'किया' (past), 'करूँगा' (future). Because 'पुनरावृति' is feminine, the verb 'करना' doesn't change its gender based on the noun 'पुनरावृति' itself, but rather follows the standard rules of 'karnā' conjuncts.

Tense: Past: उसने अपनी गलतियों की पुनरावृति की। (He repeated his mistakes.) Note: Here 'की' is the past tense of 'karnā' matching the feminine 'punrāvr̥tti'.
Tense: Future: हम कल इस अध्याय की पुनरावृति करेंगे। (We will revise this chapter tomorrow.)

शिक्षक ने छात्रों से मंत्रों की पुनरावृति करने को कहा। (The teacher asked the students to repeat the chants.)

You will encounter 'पुनरावृति करना' in environments that demand precision and formality. It is a staple in the Indian education system. If you watch Hindi news channels or read Hindi newspapers (like Dainik Jagran or Navbharat Times), you will see it used in political analysis—'घटनाओं की पुनरावृति' (repetition of events). It is also very common in the Hindi dubbing of scientific documentaries on channels like Discovery or National Geographic.

यह सॉफ्टवेयर डेटा की पुनरावृति करता है। (This software repeats/replicates the data.)

In the world of spirituality and Yoga, which is a major part of Hindi culture, this word is used for 'Japa' or the repetition of mantras. A guru might instruct a disciple to perform 'shlokon ki punrāvr̥tti'. It implies a meditative focus on the repetition. Furthermore, in legal contexts, if a witness repeats a statement or if a crime is repeated by a habitual offender, the official police reports or court documents will use this term.

Workplace: During a performance review, a manager might say, 'हमें इन त्रुटियों की पुनरावृति से बचना चाहिए' (We must avoid the repetition of these errors).

One of the most frequent mistakes English speakers make is using 'पुनरावृति करना' in casual conversation where 'दोहराना' or 'फिर से कहना' would be more natural. If you ask a friend to repeat a joke using 'punrāvr̥tti', you will sound like a textbook or a robot. Another common error is forgetting the 'की' connector. Many learners try to say 'पाठ पुनरावृति करना' instead of 'पाठ *की* पुनरावृति करना'.

Incorrect: मैंने अपना नाम पुनरावृति किया। (I repeated my name.) - Too formal and grammatically clunky.
Correct: मैंने अपना नाम दोहराया। (I repeated my name.)

Gender agreement is another hurdle. Since 'पुनरावृति' is feminine, in the simple past tense, the verb must be 'की'. Learners often say 'मैंने पुनरावृति किया' (masculine) because they are used to 'karnā' taking the default masculine form in many other conjuncts. However, because 'punrāvr̥tti' is the object in the 'ne' construction, the verb MUST agree with it.

शिक्षक ने पाठ की पुनरावृति की। (The teacher did a revision of the lesson.) - Note the 'kī' at the end.

Hindi has several words for repetition and revision, each with its own specific register and nuance. Comparing these will help you choose the right word for the right situation. 'दोहराना' is the most versatile, 'अभ्यास' focuses on practice, and 'पुनरावृति' focuses on the act of re-occurrence or formal review.

दोहराना (Dohrānā): The common verb for 'to repeat'. Used for speech, actions, and general tasks. 'Please repeat the sentence' = 'कृपया वाक्य दोहराइए'.
अभ्यास करना (Abhyās karnā): Means 'to practice'. While 'punrāvr̥tti' is the act of looking at something again, 'abhyās' is the repetitive effort to gain a skill (like piano practice).
पुनरावलोकन (Punrāvlokan): Means 'review' or 'retrospective'. It literally means 'looking back again'. Used in literature or project reviews.

How Formal Is It?

Fun Fact

In ancient Indian philosophy, 'punarāvṛtti' specifically referred to the cycle of reincarnation—the soul's repeated return to the physical world. Today, it's just a common word for school revision!

Pronunciation Guide

UK /pʊn.ɾɑːv.ɾɪt.tiː kəɾ.nɑː/

US /pʊn.ɾɑːv.ɾɪt.tiː kəɾ.nɑː/

Stress is evenly distributed, with a slight emphasis on the 'rāv' syllable and the 'nā' at the end of the verb.

Rhymes With

आवृत्ति (āvr̥tti) निवृत्ति (nivr̥tti) प्रवृत्ति (pravr̥tti) कृति (kr̥ti) स्मृति (smr̥ti) धृति (dhr̥ti) गति (gati) पति (pati)

Common Errors

Pronouncing 'v' as a hard English 'V'.
Aspirating the 'p' like 'phun'.
Not dwelling on the double 't' in 'vritti'.
Pronouncing 'ri' as 'ru' (common in some regional accents).
Missing the nasal 'n' sound in 'pun'.

Difficulty Rating

Reading 4/5

The word is long and contains a conjunct 'tt' and a vowel 'ri' which can be tricky for beginners.

Writing 4/5

Spelling 'पुनरावृति' correctly requires knowledge of the 'ri' vowel sign and double consonants.

Speaking 3/5

Once the rhythm is learned, it flows well, but the initial pronunciation is a mouthful.

Listening 3/5

Distinct sounding, but can be confused with 'pravr̥tti' (tendency) or 'āvr̥tti' (frequency).

What to Learn Next

Prerequisites

करना (To do) फिर से (Again) दोहराना (To repeat) पाठ (Lesson) परीक्षा (Exam)

Learn Next

पुनरावलोकन (Review) संशोधन (Revision) अभ्यास (Practice) प्रवृत्ति (Tendency) आवृत्ति (Frequency)

Advanced

पिष्टपेषण (Useless repetition) आवर्ती (Recurring) पुनर्जन्म (Rebirth) पुनर्जागरण (Renaissance)

Grammar to Know

Conjunct Verbs with 'karnā'

Many Hindi verbs are formed by [Noun] + करना. Example: मदद करना, काम करना, पुनरावृति करना.

Feminine Noun Gender Agreement

Since 'पुनरावृति' is feminine, in the past tense it is 'की' (maine punrāvr̥tti kī).

Genitive Marker 'kī' with Objects

To repeat *something*, use '[Object] kī punrāvr̥tti karnā'.

Imperative Mood

Use 'karo' (informal), 'kījiye' (formal), or 'kar' (intimate) for commands.

Future Tense Conjugation

karūngā (m), karūngī (f), karenge (plural).

Examples by Level

बच्चो, इस शब्द की पुनरावृति करो।

Children, repeat this word.

Imperative form (karo) used for instructions.

क्या मैं पुनरावृति करूँ?

Should I repeat?

First person subjunctive for asking permission.

वह पाठ की पुनरावृति करता है।

He repeats the lesson.

Present simple tense.

पुनरावृति अच्छी है।

Repetition is good.

Used as a noun here.

एक बार पुनरावृति कीजिए।

Please repeat once.

Formal imperative (kījiye).

हम पुनरावृति करते हैं।

We repeat.

First person plural present.

यह नाम की पुनरावृति है।

This is a repetition of the name.

Noun usage with 'kī'.

पुनरावृति करना सरल है।

To repeat is simple.

Infinitive as a subject.

परीक्षा से पहले पुनरावृति करना ज़रूरी है।

It is important to revise before the exam.

Infinitive phrase as a requirement.

उसने कल पाठ की पुनरावृति की।

She revised the lesson yesterday.

Past tense with feminine agreement (kī).

क्या आप फिर से पुनरावृति करेंगे?

Will you repeat again?

Future tense formal.

मैं रोज़ नए शब्दों की पुनरावृति करता हूँ।

I revise new words every day.

Habitual present.

शिक्षक ने पुनरावृति करने के लिए कहा।

The teacher told us to revise.

Oblique infinitive with 'ke liye'.

यह कहानी की पुनरावृति नहीं है।

This is not a repetition of the story.

Negative sentence.

हमें मंत्रों की पुनरावृति करनी चाहिए।

We should repeat the mantras.

Obligatory 'chāhiye' with feminine agreement.

वह बहुत पुनरावृति करता है।

He repeats a lot.

Adverbial use of 'bahut'.

सफलता के लिए अभ्यासों की पुनरावृति करना आवश्यक है।

Repeating exercises is necessary for success.

Genitive 'ki' connecting plural object 'abhyāson'.

इतिहास अपनी पुनरावृति करता है।

History repeats itself.

Reflexive sense using 'apnī'.

लेखक ने अपनी बात की पुनरावृति की ताकि सब समझ सकें।

The author repeated his point so that everyone could understand.

Purpose clause with 'tāki'.

क्या इस प्रक्रिया की पुनरावृति करना संभव है?

Is it possible to repeat this process?

Interrogative with modal 'sambhav'.

संगीत में सुरों की पुनरावृति मधुर लगती है।

In music, the repetition of notes sounds sweet.

Subject-verb agreement in a complex sentence.

हमें अपनी गलतियों की पुनरावृति नहीं करनी चाहिए।

We should not repeat our mistakes.

Moral obligation with 'chāhiye'.

सॉफ्टवेयर कोड की पुनरावृति कर रहा है।

The software is repeating the code.

Present continuous tense.

इस अध्याय की पुनरावृति में एक घंटा लगेगा।

It will take one hour to revise this chapter.

Infinitive as a time-taking action.

वैज्ञानिकों ने प्रयोग की पुनरावृति करके परिणामों की पुष्टि की।

Scientists confirmed the results by repeating the experiment.

Conjunctive participle 'karke'.

इस कविता में शब्दों की पुनरावृति एक विशेष प्रभाव पैदा करती है।

The repetition of words in this poem creates a special effect.

Abstract noun phrase as a subject.

अर्थव्यवस्था में मंदी की पुनरावृति की संभावना है।

There is a possibility of the recurrence of recession in the economy.

Possessive 'ki' used with a complex noun phrase.

न्यायाधीश ने गवाह को बयान की पुनरावृति करने का आदेश दिया।

The judge ordered the witness to repeat the statement.

Indirect command structure.

डिजाइन में पैटर्न की पुनरावृति से सुंदरता बढ़ती है।

Repetition of patterns in design increases beauty.

Causal 'se' with an abstract concept.

अधिकारी ने निर्देशों की पुनरावृति की ताकि कोई भ्रम न रहे।

The officer repeated the instructions so that no confusion remained.

Negative purpose clause.

प्रकृति में ऋतुओं की पुनरावृति एक निरंतर चक्र है।

The recurrence of seasons in nature is a continuous cycle.

Formal academic statement.

बिना पुनरावृति किए विषय पर पकड़ बनाना कठिन है।

It is difficult to master a subject without revising.

Gerund with 'binā... kiye'.

इतिहास की पुनरावृति अक्सर त्रासदी के रूप में होती है।

History often repeats itself as a tragedy.

Philosophical usage based on Marx’s quote.

लेखक ने अपनी प्रस्तावना में मुख्य विचारों की पुनरावृति की है।

The author has repeated the main ideas in his introduction.

Present perfect tense with formal register.

इस दार्शनिक सिद्धांत में समय की पुनरावृति पर चर्चा की गई है।

The recurrence of time is discussed in this philosophical theory.

Passive voice 'charchā kī gaī hai'.

क्या हम उन्हीं राजनीतिक भूलों की पुनरावृति करने जा रहे हैं?

Are we going to repeat the same political blunders?

Future intent with 'jā rahe hain'.

गणितीय सूत्रों की पुनरावृति से जटिल समस्याओं का समाधान संभव है।

Through the iteration of mathematical formulas, solving complex problems is possible.

Instrumental 'se' used for methodology.

कलाकार ने रंग और रेखाओं की पुनरावृति द्वारा लय उत्पन्न की।

The artist created rhythm through the repetition of color and lines.

Postposition 'dvārā' for medium.

महामारी की पुनरावृति को रोकने के लिए कड़े कदम उठाने होंगे।

Strict steps will have to be taken to prevent the recurrence of the pandemic.

Infinitive of purpose with future obligation.

किसी भी विचार की बार-बार पुनरावृति उसे सत्य जैसा बना देती है।

Repeated iteration of any idea makes it seem like truth.

Causative sense in a philosophical context.

भारतीय दर्शन में 'संसार' को जन्म और मृत्यु की पुनरावृति माना गया है।

In Indian philosophy, 'Samsara' is considered the repetition of birth and death.

High-register theological terminology.

संविधान के प्रावधानों की पुनरावृति किसी भी नए कानून में अनावश्यक है।

The repetition of constitutional provisions in any new law is unnecessary.

Legal/Administrative Hindi.

क्या आधुनिकता केवल अतीत की पुनरावृति का एक नया मुखौटा है?

Is modernity merely a new mask for the repetition of the past?

Rhetorical question with metaphorical language.

साहित्यिक आलोचना में 'पुनरावृति' को कभी दोष तो कभी गुण माना जाता है।

In literary criticism, 'repetition' is sometimes considered a flaw and sometimes a virtue.

Literary register.

जीन संरचना की पुनरावृति जैविक विकास का आधार है।

The replication of gene structure is the basis of biological evolution.

Scientific/Technical Hindi.

उनकी कविताओं में ध्वन्यात्मक पुनरावृति एक अद्वितीय संगीत उत्पन्न करती है।

Phonetic repetition in his poems creates a unique music.

Specific aesthetic terminology.

सभ्यता के पतन की पुनरावृति को रोकना ही मानवता की सबसे बड़ी चुनौती है।

Preventing the recurrence of the fall of civilization is humanity's greatest challenge.

Complex gerundive phrase as a subject.

न्यायिक निर्णयों में पूर्वोदाहरणों की पुनरावृति स्थिरता सुनिश्चित करती है।

The repetition of precedents in judicial decisions ensures stability.

Advanced legal vocabulary (pūrvodāharan).

Synonyms

दोहराना अभ्यास करना संशोधन करना पुनरावलोकन करना रटना आवृत्ति करना जुगाली करना फिर से कहना

Antonyms

नया करना बदलना भूल जाना नवाचार करना

Common Collocations

पाठ की पुनरावृति

गलतियों की पुनरावृति

इतिहास की पुनरावृति

मंत्रों की पुनरावृति

शब्दों की पुनरावृति

घटनाओं की पुनरावृति

प्रयोग की पुनरावृति

डेटा की पुनरावृति

नियमों की पुनरावृति

अभ्यास की पुनरावृति

Common Phrases

पुनरावृति का चक्र

— The cycle of repetition. Used to describe things that happen over and over.

जीवन पुनरावृति का एक चक्र है।

बिना किसी पुनरावृति के

— Without any repetition. Used for unique events.

यह काम बिना किसी पुनरावृति के पूरा हुआ।

पुनरावृति की आवश्यकता

— Need for revision. Common in school contexts.

तुम्हें पुनरावृति की आवश्यकता है।

दोषपूर्ण पुनरावृति

— Faulty repetition. Used in technical or literary contexts.

यह एक दोषपूर्ण पुनरावृति है।

सतत पुनरावृति

— Continuous repetition. Used for ongoing cycles.

प्रकृति में सतत पुनरावृति होती है।

अनावश्यक पुनरावृति

— Unnecessary repetition. Often a criticism in writing.

अनावश्यक पुनरावृति से बचें।

पुनरावृति का महत्व

— Importance of repetition/revision.

सीखने में पुनरावृति का महत्व है।

पुनरावृति की दर

— Rate of recurrence. Used in statistics or science.

इस घटना की पुनरावृति की दर कम है।

सार्थक पुनरावृति

— Meaningful repetition. Used in music or art.

गीत में सार्थक पुनरावृति है।

पुनरावृति की शक्ति

— The power of repetition (e.g., in habits).

पुनरावृति की शक्ति महान है।

Often Confused With

पुनरावृति करना vs प्रवृत्ति (Pravr̥tti)

Means 'tendency' or 'inclination'. Sounds similar but has a completely different meaning.

पुनरावृति करना vs आवृत्ति (Āvr̥tti)

Means 'frequency' or 'occurrence'. It is the root of punrāvr̥tti, but used more in physics or math.

पुनरावृति करना vs निवृत्ति (Nivr̥tti)

Means 'retirement' or 'cessation'. The opposite of being active or repeating.

Idioms & Expressions

"इतिहास की पुनरावृति होना"

— For history to repeat itself. Usually implies that past mistakes are being made again.

अगर हम नहीं संभले, तो इतिहास की पुनरावृति होगी।

Formal

"एक ही राग अलापना"

— To keep singing the same tune. A more idiomatic way to say someone is repeating themselves annoyingly.

वह सुबह से एक ही राग अलाप रहा है।

Informal

"पुरानी बातों को दोहराना"

— To repeat old matters/grudges.

पुरानी बातों को दोहराने से क्या फायदा?

Neutral

"चक्रव्यूह में फँसना"

— To be caught in a labyrinth/cycle. Often used when a cycle of events keeps repeating.

वह कर्ज़ के पुनरावृति चक्रव्यूह में फँस गया है।

Literary

"वही ढाक के तीन पात"

— To end up exactly where one started, despite repetition or effort.

इतनी पुनरावृति के बाद भी, वही ढाक के तीन पात।

Informal/Idiomatic

"लकीर का फ़कीर होना"

— To follow old paths/traditions blindly (repeating old ways).

पुनरावृति मत करो, लकीर के फ़कीर मत बनो।

Informal

"पिष्टपेषण करना"

— To repeat what has already been said (literally 'grinding the already ground flour'). Very formal.

इस विषय पर पिष्टपेषण करना व्यर्थ है।

Very Formal

"घोखना"

— To memorize by loud and constant repetition (cramming).

वह परीक्षा के लिए उत्तर घोख रहा है।

Informal

"माला जपना"

— To keep repeating a name or a thought (like chanting with beads).

वह दिन भर सफलता की माला जपता है।

Neutral

"रट लगाना"

— To keep insisting on the same thing repeatedly.

बच्चे ने खिलौने की रट लगा रखी है।

Informal

Easily Confused

पुनरावृति करना vs दोहराना

Both mean 'to repeat'.

Dohrānā is general and casual; Punrāvr̥tti is formal and implies revision or cyclical recurrence.

अपना नाम दोहराओ (Casual). पाठ की पुनरावृति करो (Formal/Study).

पुनरावृति करना vs अभ्यास

Both are used in learning.

Abhyās is 'practice' (the effort to learn); Punrāvr̥tti is 'revision' (looking at what was already learned).

गिटार का अभ्यास करो। पाठ की पुनरावृति करो।

पुनरावृति करना vs संशोधन

Both relate to looking at work again.

Sanshodhan means to 'edit' or 'correct'; Punrāvr̥tti means to 'repeat' or 'review' without necessarily changing.

संविधान का संशोधन। पाठ की पुनरावृति।

पुनरावृति करना vs पुनरावलोकन

Both mean 'review'.

Punrāvlokan is 'looking back' (retrospective); Punrāvr̥tti is 'repeating/re-doing'.

फिल्म का पुनरावलोकन। मंत्रों की पुनरावृति।

पुनरावृति करना vs रटना

Both involve repetition for memory.

Ratnā is 'cramming' (negative connotation); Punrāvr̥tti is 'revision' (neutral/positive connotation).

उत्तर मत रटो। पाठ की पुनरावृति करो।

Sentence Patterns

पुनरावृति करो।

इसकी पुनरावृति करो।

[Subject] [Object] की पुनरावृति [Verb-Tense] है।

राम पाठ की पुनरावृति करता है।

[Object] की पुनरावृति करना [Adjective] है।

गलतियों की पुनरावृति करना बुरा है।

[Reason] के लिए [Object] की पुनरावृति की गई।

अभ्यास के लिए मंत्रों की पुनरावृति की गई।

बिना [Object] की पुनरावृति किए, [Result] संभव नहीं है।

बिना पाठ की पुनरावृति किए, सफलता संभव नहीं है।

[Noun] में [Object] की पुनरावृति [Effect] पैदा करती है।

कविता में शब्दों की पुनरावृति लय पैदा करती है।

[Abstract Noun] की पुनरावृति [Philosophical Statement] है।

इतिहास की पुनरावृति समय का एक शाश्वत नियम है।

[Object] की पुनरावृति को [Verb] ही [Subject] का लक्ष्य है।

त्रुटियों की पुनरावृति को रोकना ही हमारा लक्ष्य है।

Word Family

Nouns

पुनरावृति (Repetition/Revision)

आवृत्ति (Frequency/Occurrence)

पुनरावर्तक (Repeater/Iterative element)

Verbs

पुनरावृति करना (To repeat/revise)

दोहराना (To repeat)

आवर्तित होना (To be repeated/cycled)

Adjectives

पुनरावृत्त (Repeated)

आवर्ती (Recurring/Periodic)

पुनरावृत्तिमूलक (Repetitive in nature)

अभ्यास (Practice)

संशोधन (Revision/Amendment)

स्मरण (Remembrance)

चक्र (Cycle)

लय (Rhythm)

How to Use It

frequency

Common in education, media, and formal writing; rare in casual street slang.

Common Mistakes

Using 'kiyā' (masculine) instead of 'kī' (feminine) in the past tense. → मैंने पुनरावृति की।
Since 'punrāvr̥tti' is a feminine noun, the verb 'karnā' in the perfective aspect must agree with it when using the 'ne' construction.
Omitting the 'kī' connector with an object. → पाठ की पुनरावृति करो।
You cannot say 'पाठ पुनरावृति करो'. The relationship between the object and the action requires the possessive marker 'kī'.
Using it for simple speech repetition in casual talk. → क्या आप फिर से कह सकते हैं?
Using 'punrāvr̥tti' to ask a friend to repeat a sentence sounds overly formal and robotic. Use simpler phrases for daily life.
Confusing it with 'Pravr̥tti' (tendency). → घटनाओं की पुनरावृति (repetition of events).
Pravr̥tti means an inclination or habit. Punrāvr̥tti means a recurrence. They sound similar but are distinct.
Redundancy: Saying 'फिर से पुनरावृति करना'. → पुनरावृति करना।
The 'Pun' in 'Punrāvr̥tti' already means 'again'. Adding 'phir se' (again) is like saying 'repeat again'.

Tips

The 'Kī' Rule

Always use 'की' (kī) before 'पुनरावृति' when you are repeating an object. For example, 'वाक्य की पुनरावृति' (repetition of the sentence). Never skip this connector!

Use in Exams

If you are writing a formal letter to a teacher or principal about your studies, use this word. It shows you are serious about your academic progress.

The Double 'T'

In 'vritti', the double 't' (त्त) is important. It's a 'geminate' consonant. Hold the 't' sound for a split second longer than a single 't' to sound native.

Avoid Redundancy

Don't say 'फिर से पुनरावृति करना' (repeating again). Since 'punar' already means 'again', it's redundant. Just say 'पुनरावृति करना'.

Related Nouns

Learn the word 'आवृत्ति' (frequency) alongside this. It helps you understand the technical side of cycles in math and science.

Yoga and Mantras

If you practice Yoga, use this word for your mantra repetitions. It adds a layer of traditional authenticity to your practice.

Gender Check

Remember: 'Maine punrāvr̥tti kī' (I did revision) NOT 'Maine punrāvr̥tti kiyā'. The verb must be feminine in the past tense.

News Watching

Listen for this word in news reports about 'history repeating' or 'recurring weather patterns'. It’s a very common 'news' word.

Dohrānā vs Punrāvr̥tti

If you can say it in English as 'revise', use 'punrāvr̥tti'. If you can only say 'repeat', 'dohrānā' might be better.

The 'Vrit' Cycle

Associate 'Vrit' with 'Circle' (like the word 'Vritt' meaning circle in Hindi). Repetition is just going around the circle again!

Memorize It

Mnemonic

Think of 'PUN' (again, like a pun that keeps coming back) + 'RAV' (like a rave with a repeating beat) + 'VRITTI' (like a 'vertical' cycle). Pun-Rav-Vritti.

Visual Association

Imagine an hourglass being flipped over and over. Each flip is a 'punrāvr̥tti'—the same sand (knowledge) falling again to be seen anew.

Word Web

Revision Cycle Pattern Study Mantra History Again Process

Challenge

Try to use 'पुनरावृति करना' in a sentence about your favorite hobby. For example, 'I repeat the guitar chords' -> 'मैं गिटार के कॉर्ड्स की पुनरावृति करता हूँ।'

Word Origin

Derived from Sanskrit 'पुनरावृत्ति' (punarāvṛtti). It is a compound of 'पुनर्' (punar - again) and 'आवृत्ति' (āvr̥tti - turning, occurrence, repetition).

Original meaning: The act of returning, coming back, or repeating a cycle of existence.

Indo-Aryan (Sanskrit-derived).

Cultural Context

No specific sensitivities, but using it for a casual request (like asking someone to repeat a joke) can sound slightly condescending or overly robotic.

In English, we often use 'revision' for exams and 'repetition' for actions. Hindi uses 'punrāvr̥tti' for both in formal settings.

The Bhagavad Gita discusses the cycle of birth and death (punarāvṛtti). Hindi news headlines often use 'Itihas ki punrāvr̥tti' during elections. Textbooks in India have 'Punrāvr̥tti' sections at the end of chapters.

Practice in Real Life

Real-World Contexts

Classroom

पाठ की पुनरावृति
अध्याय की पुनरावृति
शब्दों की पुनरावृति
पुनरावृति कार्य

Scientific Lab

प्रयोग की पुनरावृति
परिणामों की पुनरावृति
प्रक्रिया की पुनरावृति
डेटा की पुनरावृति

Music/Arts

लय की पुनरावृति
सुरों की पुनरावृति
ताल की पुनरावृति
पैटर्न की पुनरावृति

History/Politics

इतिहास की पुनरावृति
गलतियों की पुनरावृति
घटनाओं की पुनरावृति
नीतियों की पुनरावृति

Technology

कोड की पुनरावृति
लूप की पुनरावृति
सिग्नल की पुनरावृति
फंक्शन की पुनरावृति

Conversation Starters

"क्या आपने आज के पाठ की पुनरावृति की है?"

"क्या आपको लगता है कि इतिहास की पुनरावृति होती है?"

"परीक्षा के लिए पुनरावृति करने का आपका सबसे अच्छा तरीका क्या है?"

"क्या हम इस मीटिंग के मुख्य बिंदुओं की पुनरावृति कर सकते हैं?"

"संगीत में पुनरावृति क्यों महत्वपूर्ण है?"

Journal Prompts

आज मैंने अपनी कौन सी अच्छी आदतों की पुनरावृति की?

क्या मैंने आज कोई ऐसी गलती की जिसकी पुनरावृति मुझे भविष्य में नहीं करनी चाहिए?

मेरे जीवन में कौन से पैटर्न या चक्र हैं जिनकी पुनरावृति बार-बार होती है?

क्या पुनरावृति करना बोरियत पैदा करता है या यह पूर्णता की ओर ले जाता है?

एक विषय के बारे में लिखें जिसे आपने हाल ही में पुनरावृति करके सीखा है।

Frequently Asked Questions

10 questions

Technically yes, but it sounds very strange. It’s like saying 'Would you please perform a formal iteration of that sentence?' in English. Use 'कृपया फिर से कहिए' or 'दोहराइए' instead.

It is a feminine noun. This is important for grammar because it affects the verb 'karnā' in the past tense (it becomes 'kī') and requires the possessive marker 'kī' (e.g., 'pāth kī punrāvr̥tti').

'Āvr̥tti' means frequency or a single occurrence of a cycle. 'Punrāvr̥tti' specifically means the *re*-occurrence or the act of repeating. In physics, you use 'āvr̥tti' for frequency.

Rarely. Bollywood lyrics tend to use simpler words like 'phir se', 'baara baara', or 'dohrānā'. 'Punrāvr̥tti' is too formal for most romantic songs, but might appear in a philosophical track.

You would say: 'अपनी गलतियों की पुनरावृति मत करो' (Apnī galtiyon kī punrāvr̥tti mat karo).

Yes, especially in reports or when discussing recurring issues, cycles of production, or reviewing project phases.

It translates to 'Revision work'. You will often see this as a heading in Indian school notebooks or textbooks.

Yes, specifically for repeating a certain phrase or 'alankar' to get it right. It sounds very professional to say 'main riyāz mein palton kī punrāvr̥tti kar rahā hūn'.

Not inherently. It’s neutral. However, 'गलतियों की पुनरावृति' (repetition of mistakes) is obviously negative, while 'पाठ की पुनरावृति' (revision of lesson) is positive.

It comes from 'Punar' (again) + 'Āvr̥tti' (turning/occurrence). It’s a tatsama word, meaning it’s borrowed directly from Sanskrit into Hindi without change.