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प्रतिक्रिया देना

A2 verb #1,800 most common 4 min read

प्रतिक्रिया देना

To respond; to say or do something in reply.

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At the A1 level, you can think of 'प्रतिक्रिया देना' as a fancy way to say 'to reply'. You might use it in very simple sentences like 'He did not respond'. It is helpful to know that 'pratikriya' is the thing you give. Even if you don't use it often, you will hear it when people ask for your opinion on simple things like food or a movie.

At A2, you should start using this verb to describe how people feel about things. You can say 'I gave a good response' or 'She gave a bad response'. It helps you move beyond simple 'yes/no' answers and describe the act of responding itself. You will notice it in basic news headlines or social media posts.

By B1, you can use 'प्रतिक्रिया देना' in more complex situations, like discussing social issues or workplace feedback. You should be comfortable with the feminine gender agreement (pratikriya di). You can describe reactions as 'fast', 'slow', or 'angry'. It is a key word for participating in debates or expressing nuanced opinions.

At B2, you understand that 'प्रतिक्रिया देना' can be used for abstract concepts. You might talk about how the stock market reacts to news or how a government responds to a protest. You can use it to analyze behavior and discuss the consequences of certain reactions in a professional or academic setting.

At C1, you use this term with precision. You distinguish between a 'spontaneous reaction' (sahaj pratikriya) and a 'calculated response' (sochi-samjhi pratikriya). You can use it in literary analysis or high-level business negotiations to describe the subtle ways parties interact and respond to each other's moves.

At C2, 'प्रतिक्रिया देना' is part of a sophisticated vocabulary. You might use it to discuss philosophical theories of action and reaction, or in high-stakes diplomacy where every 'pratikriya' is scrutinized for hidden meaning. You are aware of its etymological depth and can use it to convey complex socio-political dynamics.

Practice it Examples Notes & Tips

प्रतिक्रिया देना in 30 Seconds

To respond or react to a stimulus.
Used in formal, informal, and scientific contexts.
Requires feminine verb agreement (pratikriya di).
Often paired with the postposition 'par' (on/to).

The term प्रतिक्रिया देना (Pratikriyā denā) is a cornerstone of Hindi communication, representing the concept of 'reacting' or 'responding'. In its most literal sense, 'Prati' means 'back' or 'against', and 'Kriya' means 'action'. Therefore, it is an 'action back'. Unlike the simple word 'jawab dena' (to answer), 'pratikriya dena' covers a broader spectrum of human and physical behavior.

Linguistic Root: Derived from Sanskrit, where 'Pratikriya' refers to a counter-action or remedy. In modern Hindi, it is the standard term for feedback and reaction.

जनता ने नए कानून पर अपनी प्रतिक्रिया दी। (The public gave their reaction to the new law.)

Whether you are talking about a chemical reaction in a lab, a fan's reaction to a movie, or a politician's response to a crisis, this is the verb you need. It implies that the action was triggered by an external event. It is not a proactive action, but a reactive one. In a social context, not giving a reaction (koi pratikriya na dena) can often be interpreted as indifference or stoicism.

Usage Scope: It is used in science (chemical reactions), psychology (emotional responses), and daily conversation (replying to a message).

Using 'प्रतिक्रिया देना' requires understanding that it functions as a transitive verb phrase. The subject 'gives' the reaction. Because it ends in 'dena', it follows the conjugation patterns of 'dena'. In the past tense, if the object (pratikriya) is feminine, the verb remains 'di' (दी) regardless of the subject's gender.

उसने तुरंत प्रतिक्रिया दी। (He/She responded immediately.)

Grammar Note: Since 'Pratikriya' is a feminine noun, the verb 'dena' changes to 'di' in the perfective aspect. Example: 'Maine pratikriya di' (I gave a reaction).

You will often see it paired with postpositions like 'पर' (on/to). For example, 'Is vishay par pratikriya dena' (To give a reaction on this subject). It is also common to use adjectives to describe the type of reaction: 'tivra pratikriya' (sharp reaction), 'sakaratmak pratikriya' (positive reaction), or 'nakaratmak pratikriya' (negative reaction).

This phrase is ubiquitous in Indian media. News anchors constantly ask, 'Is par aapki kya pratikriya hai?' (What is your reaction to this?). It is the standard way to solicit an opinion on a breaking news event. In the world of social media, 'pratikriya' is often used to describe comments, likes, and shares.

सोशल मीडिया पर लोगों ने तीखी प्रतिक्रिया दी। (People gave sharp reactions on social media.)

In academic settings, specifically in science classes, teachers talk about how chemicals 'pratikriya dete hain' (react). In a corporate office, a manager might ask for 'feedback', which is often translated or referred to as 'pratikriya'. It is a versatile term that bridges the gap between formal science and daily social interaction.

A common mistake for learners is confusing 'प्रतिक्रिया देना' with 'उत्तर देना' (to answer). While they are similar, 'उत्तर देना' is specifically for answering a question, whereas 'प्रतिक्रिया देना' is for reacting to a situation, a statement, or even a physical stimulus.

Mistake 1: Gender Agreement: Saying 'Usne pratikriya diya' is wrong. It must be 'di' because 'pratikriya' is feminine.

Another mistake is using it when you simply mean 'to talk'. 'Pratikriya' implies a back-and-forth. If you are starting a conversation, you aren't giving a reaction; you are initiating. Use this word only when something has happened first to trigger the response.

There are several words in Hindi that overlap with 'प्रतिक्रिया देना'. Understanding the nuances helps in choosing the right one for the context.

Jawab Dena (जवाब देना): Used for answering a specific question or replying to a message. More common in daily speech.
Anukriya Karna (अनुक्रिया करना): Very formal/scientific. Often used in psychology to mean 'to respond to a stimulus'.
Prativad Karna (प्रतिवाद करना): To protest or respond with a counter-argument. More confrontational.

How Formal Is It?

Formal

Informal

Difficulty Rating

Grammar to Know

Examples by Level

उसने कोई प्रतिक्रिया नहीं दी।

He gave no reaction.

Past tense, feminine object.

क्या आप प्रतिक्रिया देंगे?

Will you respond?

Future tense.

मेरी प्रतिक्रिया अच्छी थी।

My reaction was good.

Noun usage.

जल्दी प्रतिक्रिया दें।

Give a response quickly.

Imperative.

वह प्रतिक्रिया दे रहा है।

He is responding.

Present continuous.

प्रतिक्रिया देना ज़रूरी है।

It is important to respond.

Infinitive as subject.

बच्चे ने प्रतिक्रिया दी।

The child reacted.

Simple past.

आपकी प्रतिक्रिया क्या है?

What is your reaction?

Interrogative.

शिक्षिका ने मेरी कहानी पर प्रतिक्रिया दी।

The teacher responded to my story.

Use of 'par' (on/to).

उसने गुस्से में प्रतिक्रिया दी।

He responded in anger.

Adverbial phrase.

हमें अपनी प्रतिक्रिया देनी चाहिए।

We should give our response.

Use of 'chahiye' (should).

क्या उसने आपकी बात पर प्रतिक्रिया दी?

Did he react to what you said?

Question in past tense.

लोग इस खबर पर प्रतिक्रिया दे रहे हैं।

People are reacting to this news.

Plural subject.

मैंने ईमेल पर प्रतिक्रिया दी।

I responded to the email.

Common workplace usage.

उसकी प्रतिक्रिया बहुत धीमी थी।

His reaction was very slow.

Adjective 'dhimi' (slow).

बिना सोचे प्रतिक्रिया मत दो।

Don't react without thinking.

Negative imperative.

सरकार ने नए नियमों पर अपनी प्रतिक्रिया दी है।

The government has given its reaction to the new rules.

Present perfect.

फिल्म देखने के बाद दर्शकों ने सकारात्मक प्रतिक्रिया दी।

After watching the film, the audience gave a positive reaction.

Compound sentence.

अगर वह प्रतिक्रिया नहीं देता, तो मैं चला जाता।

If he hadn't responded, I would have left.

Conditional sentence.

विपक्ष ने बजट पर तीखी प्रतिक्रिया दी।

The opposition gave a sharp reaction to the budget.

Political context.

क्या आपको लगता है कि उसे प्रतिक्रिया देनी चाहिए थी?

Do you think he should have responded?

Modal 'should have'.

उसकी प्रतिक्रिया से सब हैरान थे।

Everyone was surprised by his reaction.

Passive-like structure.

वैज्ञानिक प्रयोग में रसायनों ने तुरंत प्रतिक्रिया दी।

In the scientific experiment, the chemicals reacted immediately.

Scientific context.

सोशल मीडिया पर प्रतिक्रिया देना आसान है।

It is easy to give a reaction on social media.

Gerund usage.

बाज़ार ने आर्थिक सुधारों पर मिली-जुली प्रतिक्रिया दी।

The market gave a mixed reaction to the economic reforms.

Economic context.

बिना किसी ठोस सबूत के प्रतिक्रिया देना गलत होगा।

It would be wrong to react without any solid evidence.

Future conditional.

लेखक ने अपनी आलोचना पर बहुत शालीनता से प्रतिक्रिया दी।

The author responded to his criticism with great grace.

Adverbial 'shaaleenta se'.

जनता की प्रतिक्रिया को नज़रअंदाज़ नहीं किया जा सकता।

The public's reaction cannot be ignored.

Passive voice.

उसने स्थिति की गंभीरता को देखते हुए प्रतिक्रिया दी।

He responded considering the seriousness of the situation.

Participial phrase.

कंपनी ने ग्राहकों की शिकायतों पर तुरंत प्रतिक्रिया देने का वादा किया।

The company promised to respond immediately to customer complaints.

Infinitive as object.

आपकी प्रतिक्रिया आपके व्यक्तित्व को दर्शाती है।

Your reaction reflects your personality.

Abstract usage.

उसने बिना किसी हिचकिचाहट के प्रतिक्रिया दी।

He responded without any hesitation.

Prepositional phrase.

राजनयिक ने अंतरराष्ट्रीय दबाव के बावजूद संतुलित प्रतिक्रिया दी।

The diplomat gave a balanced response despite international pressure.

Formal/Diplomatic vocabulary.

साहित्यिक जगत ने इस उपन्यास पर असाधारण प्रतिक्रिया दी है।

The literary world has given an extraordinary reaction to this novel.

Present perfect.

किसी भी उत्तेजना पर प्रतिक्रिया देना मस्तिष्क का एक जटिल कार्य है।

Responding to any stimulus is a complex function of the brain.

Scientific/Academic.

उनकी प्रतिक्रिया में एक प्रकार का व्यंग्य छिपा था।

A kind of sarcasm was hidden in his reaction.

Nuanced description.

न्यायालय ने याचिका पर अपनी प्रारंभिक प्रतिक्रिया दी।

The court gave its preliminary reaction to the petition.

Legal context.

यह देखना दिलचस्प होगा कि इतिहास इस घटना पर क्या प्रतिक्रिया देगा।

It will be interesting to see how history will react to this event.

Metaphorical usage.

उसने अपनी भावनाओं को नियंत्रित करते हुए प्रतिक्रिया दी।

He responded while controlling his emotions.

Complex participial construction.

संपादक ने लेख पर अपनी विस्तृत प्रतिक्रिया भेजी है।

The editor has sent his detailed response to the article.

Professional context.

दार्शनिक ने अस्तित्ववाद के सिद्धांतों पर एक गहन प्रतिक्रिया दी।

The philosopher gave a profound reaction to the principles of existentialism.

Philosophical context.

उनकी प्रतिक्रिया मात्र एक आवेग नहीं, बल्कि एक सुविचारित निर्णय था।

His reaction was not merely an impulse, but a well-considered decision.

Contrastive structure.

वैश्विक अर्थव्यवस्था ने महामारी के दौरान अभूतपूर्व प्रतिक्रिया दी।

The global economy gave an unprecedented reaction during the pandemic.

Macro-scale usage.

कलाकार की प्रतिक्रिया उसकी कला के माध्यम से अभिव्यक्त होती है।

The artist's reaction is expressed through his art.

Passive construction.

किसी भी राजनीतिक उथल-पुथल पर सेना की प्रतिक्रिया महत्वपूर्ण होती है।

The army's reaction to any political turmoil is crucial.

High-level political context.

उन्होंने इस अपमानजनक टिप्पणी पर मौन रहकर अपनी प्रतिक्रिया दी।

He gave his reaction to this insulting comment by remaining silent.

Paradoxical usage.

संस्कृति की प्रतिक्रिया समय के साथ बदलती रहती है।

The reaction of a culture keeps changing over time.

Sociological context.

उनकी प्रतिक्रिया में निहित सूक्ष्मताओं को समझना कठिन था।

It was difficult to understand the nuances inherent in his reaction.

Highly complex syntax.

Common Collocations

तुरंत प्रतिक्रिया देना

तीखी प्रतिक्रिया देना

सकारात्मक प्रतिक्रिया देना

नकारात्मक प्रतिक्रिया देना

मिली-जुली प्रतिक्रिया देना

प्रारंभिक प्रतिक्रिया देना

शालीन प्रतिक्रिया देना

सार्वजनिक प्रतिक्रिया देना

लिखित प्रतिक्रिया देना

मौखिक प्रतिक्रिया देना

Common Phrases

प्रतिक्रिया देने से बचना

अपनी प्रतिक्रिया व्यक्त करना

प्रतिक्रिया का इंतज़ार करना

बिना सोचे-समझे प्रतिक्रिया देना

उचित प्रतिक्रिया देना

देर से प्रतिक्रिया देना

स्वाभाविक प्रतिक्रिया देना

कोई प्रतिक्रिया न देना

प्रतिक्रिया स्वरूप

प्रतिक्रिया के लिए धन्यवाद

Often Confused With

प्रतिक्रिया देना vs उत्तर देना (specific to questions)

प्रतिक्रिया देना vs बोलना (general speaking)

प्रतिक्रिया देना vs बताना (to tell)

Idioms & Expressions

Easily Confused

प्रतिक्रिया देना vs

Sentence Patterns

How to Use It

note

Often used in the plural 'pratikriyaen' (reactions).

Common Mistakes

Using 'diya' instead of 'di'.
Using it without 'par' when a target is mentioned.
Confusing it with 'prakriya' (process).
Using it for the first action instead of the response.
Overusing it in very casual settings where 'jawab' is better.

Tips

Gender Check

Always remember 'pratikriya' is feminine. This is the most common error.

Politeness

In formal settings, use 'kripya' (please) before asking for a reaction.

Adjectives

Pair it with 'tivra' (sharp) or 'dhimi' (slow) to sound more native.

News Watching

Watch Hindi news to see how anchors use this word to transition between guests.

Emails

Use 'Aapki pratikriya ka intezar rahega' to end professional emails.

Technical Use

Use it when describing cause and effect in technical reports.

Fluency

Practice saying the whole phrase as one unit of thought.

Context Clues

If you hear 'par' before it, you know what the reaction is directed towards.

Silence

Understand that 'no reaction' is also a form of 'pratikriya' in India.

CEFR Prep

For B2 and above, use it to describe abstract market or social trends.

Memorize It

Word Origin

Cultural Context

Used in news and offices.

Commonly replaced by 'jawab' in casual talk.

Practice in Real Life

Real-World Contexts

Conversation Starters

"इस फिल्म पर आपकी क्या प्रतिक्रिया है?"

"क्या उसने आपके मैसेज पर प्रतिक्रिया दी?"

"लोग इस खबर पर क्या प्रतिक्रिया दे रहे हैं?"

"आपकी पहली प्रतिक्रिया क्या थी?"

"क्या मुझे इस पर प्रतिक्रिया देनी चाहिए?"

Journal Prompts

आज किसी ने आपकी बात पर क्या प्रतिक्रिया दी?

जब आप गुस्सा होते हैं, तो आप कैसे प्रतिक्रिया देते हैं?

क्या आपने कभी बिना सोचे प्रतिक्रिया दी है?

एक अच्छी प्रतिक्रिया क्या होती है?

सोशल मीडिया पर प्रतिक्रिया देने के क्या फायदे हैं?

Frequently Asked Questions

10 questions

It is always 'di' because 'pratikriya' is a feminine noun. Even if a man is speaking, he will say 'Maine pratikriya di'.

Yes, it is the standard term for chemical reactions in Hindi science textbooks.

'Jawab' is an answer to a question. 'Pratikriya' is a broader reaction to any situation.

It is more formal than 'jawab', but common enough for daily use.

You can say 'Koi pratikriya nahi' (No reaction/comment).

Yes, any living being's response to a stimulus is a 'pratikriya'.

In slang, people just say 'react karna'.

You can say 'jyada pratikriya dena' or use the idiom 'til ka tad banana'.

Yes, very common for feedback on proposals or performance.

The opposite is 'un-dekha karna' (to ignore) or 'chup rehna' (to stay silent).