चट्टान in 30 Seconds
- A large natural rock or boulder.
- Feminine noun in Hindi (badi chattan).
- Symbolizes strength, stability, and obstacles.
- Common in geography and literary metaphors.
The Hindi word चट्टान (chaṭṭān) refers to a rock, specifically a large, solid mass of stone that is part of the earth's surface. Unlike a small pebble or a stone you can throw with your hand, a chattan implies scale and permanence. It is a feminine noun in Hindi, which is a crucial detail for learners to remember as it affects the adjectives and verbs used with it. In a literal sense, you will encounter this word when discussing geography, hiking, or natural landscapes. For instance, the majestic cliffs of the Himalayas or the rugged boulders in the Deccan Plateau are all described as chattan. The word evokes a sense of immovability and strength.
- Literal Meaning
- A massive stone formation, a cliff, or a boulder. It represents the geological foundation of a terrain.
- Metaphorical Meaning
- In Hindi literature and daily speech, it symbolizes a person of unwavering resolve or a formidable obstacle that is hard to overcome.
यह चट्टान बहुत ऊँची है। (This rock is very high.)
When people use this word, they are often emphasizing the difficulty of a path or the grandeur of nature. If you are trekking in North India, your guide might point to a chattan to indicate a landmark. In poetry, a hero might stand like a chattan against an invading army, signifying that he cannot be moved or broken. It is a word that carries weight, both physically and symbolically. Understanding the difference between patthar (stone) and chattan (rock/cliff) is essential; while all chattan are made of patthar, not every patthar is large enough to be called a chattan. The scale is the defining factor here.
Culturally, the word is deeply embedded in the Indian psyche through idioms and songs. It represents the ruggedness of the Indian landscape, from the Aravalli range to the Western Ghats. In modern Hindi, it is also used in political discourse to describe a 'rock-solid' alliance or a 'rock-like' leader. The phonetic structure, with the double 't' sound (gemination), gives the word a percussive, solid feel that matches its meaning. When you say 'chattan', the tongue hits the roof of the mouth sharply, echoing the hardness of the object it describes.
Using चट्टान correctly requires attention to its gender and number. As a feminine noun, its plural form is चट्टानें (chaṭṭāneṃ). When followed by a postposition like 'par' (on) or 'se' (from), the plural changes to चट्टानों (chaṭṭānoṃ). For example, 'on the rocks' becomes 'chattanon par'. This grammatical behavior is standard for feminine nouns ending in a consonant. In sentences, it often acts as the subject or the location of an action.
- Subjective Use
- चट्टान टूट गई (The rock broke). Note the feminine verb ending 'gayi'.
- Locative Use
- समुद्र के किनारे एक बड़ी चट्टान है (There is a big rock by the seashore).
नदी चट्टानों के बीच से बहती है। (The river flows through the rocks.)
In descriptive writing, you can use adjectives like 'mazboot' (strong), 'bhari' (heavy), or 'nukili' (sharp) to qualify chattan. Because it is feminine, these adjectives must match: 'mazboot chattan', 'bhari chattan', 'nukili chattan'. If you are describing a mountain climber, you might say, 'Vah chattan par chadh raha hai' (He is climbing the rock). If you are talking about a ship hitting a reef, you would use 'chattan se takrana' (to collide with a rock). The word is versatile enough for both technical geological descriptions and emotional metaphors about resilience.
You will hear चट्टान in various contexts, ranging from the mundane to the highly formal. In schools, geography teachers use it to explain types of rocks (igneous, sedimentary, metamorphic). In news reports, you might hear it during coverage of natural disasters like landslides ('chattan khisakna') or in maritime news. However, its most frequent 'emotional' appearance is in Bollywood movies and Hindi songs. Here, it is used to describe the hero's chest ('chattan jaisi chhati') or his resolve, suggesting he is as tough as a mountain.
- News & Media
- Used to describe terrain in border conflicts or during infrastructure projects like tunnel building.
- Literature & Poetry
- A symbol of eternity, obstacles, or the steadfast nature of the beloved or the patriot.
वह अपनी मुश्किलों के सामने चट्टान की तरह खड़ा रहा। (He stood like a rock before his difficulties.)
In common conversation, if someone is being stubborn, you might say they are 'chattan ki tarah adig' (unmoving like a rock). If you are traveling through the Ghats of Maharashtra or the hilly regions of Rajasthan, locals will use this word to warn you about the terrain. It is also a common term in military training, where soldiers are taught to use chattanein for cover. The word is not just a noun; it is a descriptor of character and a physical reality of the Indian subcontinent's diverse topography.
The most frequent mistake English speakers make when learning चट्टान is assigning it the wrong gender. In English, 'rock' is neuter, but in Hindi, objects have gender. Because chattan ends in a consonant and sounds somewhat 'hard', beginners often assume it is masculine. They might say 'bada chattan' instead of the correct 'badi chattan'. This mistake ripples through the sentence, leading to incorrect verb conjugations like 'chattan gir gaya' instead of 'chattan gir gayi'.
- Gender Mismatch
- Incorrect: यह चट्टान बहुत मजबूत है। (Correct, but watch the verb). Incorrect: वह एक पुराने चट्टान पर बैठा है। (Should be 'purani chattan').
- Confusing with 'Patthar'
- Using 'chattan' for a small stone that you can pick up. A stone in your shoe is a 'patthar', not a 'chattan'.
Another common error is in the plural form. Learners often forget the nasalization in chattanein (चट्टानें). Without the 'n' sound at the end, it sounds like a singular noun to a native ear. Additionally, using the direct plural when a postposition is present is a classic B1-level mistake. You must say 'chattanon par' (on the rocks), not 'chattanein par'. Finally, avoid using chattan when you actually mean 'pahar' (mountain). A mountain is a collection of rocks and earth; a chattan is the specific rocky part of it.
Hindi has several words for 'rock' or 'stone', each with a specific nuance. Understanding these helps in choosing the right word for the context. पत्थर (patthar) is the most common and general term for stone. It can be small or large. शिला (shila) is a more formal or Sanskritized word, often used for a stone slab, a monument, or a sacred rock. पहाड़ (pahāṛ) means mountain, which is much larger than a single rock. रोड़ा (roṛā) refers to small fragments of rock or rubble, often used in the context of obstacles ('raah ka rora').
- चट्टान vs पत्थर
- Chattan is a massive, often immovable formation. Patthar is a general term for any piece of stone.
- चट्टान vs शिला
- Shila implies a flat or carved stone, often with religious or artistic significance. Chattan is raw and natural.
रास्ते में एक बड़ी चट्टान थी, जबकि जमीन पर छोटे पत्थर थे। (There was a big rock in the way, while there were small stones on the ground.)
In technical terms, you might encounter शैल (shail), which is used in geology (e.g., 'shail vigyan' for petrology). However, for everyday conversation and literature, chattan remains the most evocative word for describing something massive, hard, and unyielding. Choosing chattan over patthar immediately elevates your description, suggesting a scale that is impressive or daunting.
How Formal Is It?
Fun Fact
The word 'chattan' is often used in Bollywood to describe the hero's strength, most famously in the context of the 'Himalayan' resolve.
Pronunciation Guide
- Pronouncing 'tt' as a soft dental 't' (like in 'thin'). It should be a hard retroflex 'tt'.
- Missing the nasalization in the plural 'chattanein'.
Difficulty Rating
Easy to read, common word in stories.
Need to remember the double 'tt' and feminine gender.
Retroflex 'tt' can be tricky for beginners.
Distinct sound, easy to identify in speech.
What to Learn Next
Prerequisites
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Grammar to Know
Feminine nouns ending in consonants take 'en' (nasalized) in plural.
चट्टान -> चट्टानें
Oblique plural for feminine nouns ends in 'on'.
चट्टानों पर
Adjectives must match the feminine gender.
बड़ी चट्टान, पुरानी चट्टान
Verbs in the past tense must match the feminine gender.
चट्टान गिरी
Postpositions require the oblique case.
उस चट्टान के पास
Examples by Level
यह एक बड़ी चट्टान है।
This is a big rock.
'Badi' is the feminine form of 'bada' (big).
चट्टान कहाँ है?
Where is the rock?
Simple interrogative sentence.
वह चट्टान पर बैठा है।
He is sitting on the rock.
'Par' is the postposition for 'on'.
चट्टान काली है।
The rock is black.
'Kaali' matches the feminine 'chattan'.
देखो, एक चट्टान!
Look, a rock!
Imperative 'dekho'.
चट्टान बहुत भारी है।
The rock is very heavy.
'Bhari' means heavy.
यहाँ बहुत चट्टानें हैं।
There are many rocks here.
Plural form 'chattanein'.
चट्टान के पास जाओ।
Go near the rock.
'Ke paas' means near.
हम चट्टान पर चढ़ रहे हैं।
We are climbing the rock.
Present continuous tense.
चट्टान से पानी गिर रहा है।
Water is falling from the rock.
'Se' means from.
यह चट्टान बहुत पुरानी है।
This rock is very old.
'Purani' is feminine for 'old'.
उसने चट्टान के पीछे छिपने की कोशिश की।
He tried to hide behind the rock.
'Ke peeche' means behind.
चट्टान के नीचे क्या है?
What is under the rock?
'Ke neeche' means under.
नदी में बड़ी चट्टानें हैं।
There are big rocks in the river.
'Mein' means in.
चट्टान का रंग भूरा है।
The color of the rock is brown.
'Ka' relates the rock to the color.
क्या तुम इस चट्टान को हिला सकते हो?
Can you move this rock?
'Sakte ho' is the modal 'can'.
रास्ता चट्टानों से भरा हुआ है।
The path is full of rocks.
'Bhara hua' means full of.
वह चट्टान की तरह मज़बूत है।
He is as strong as a rock.
Simile using 'ki tarah'.
समुद्र की लहरें चट्टान से टकरा रही थीं।
The sea waves were crashing against the rock.
'Takrana' means to collide/crash.
हमने चट्टानों के बीच एक गुफा देखी।
We saw a cave between the rocks.
'Ke beech' means between.
तेज़ बारिश से चट्टान खिसक गई।
The rock slipped due to heavy rain.
'Khisakna' means to slip/slide.
इस इलाके में बहुत सारी नुकीली चट्टानें हैं।
There are many sharp rocks in this area.
'Nukili' means sharp.
चट्टानों पर चढ़ना खतरनाक हो सकता है।
Climbing on rocks can be dangerous.
Gerund use of 'chadhna'.
सूरज की रोशनी में चट्टान चमक रही थी।
The rock was shining in the sunlight.
'Chamakna' means to shine.
जहाज एक छिपी हुई चट्टान से टकराकर डूब गया।
The ship sank after hitting a hidden rock.
'Takrakar' means having collided.
पर्वतारोही ने चट्टान की दरार में अपना हाथ डाला।
The climber put his hand in a crack in the rock.
'Darar' means crack.
यह चट्टान लाखों साल पुरानी है।
This rock is millions of years old.
'Lakhon' means hundreds of thousands/millions.
उसका इरादा चट्टान की तरह अटल है।
His intention is as firm as a rock.
'Atal' means firm/immovable.
भूवैज्ञानिक चट्टानों की परतों का अध्ययन कर रहे हैं।
Geologists are studying the layers of the rocks.
'Bhuvaigyanik' means geologists.
ऊँची चट्टानों से गिरता झरना बहुत सुंदर था।
The waterfall falling from high rocks was very beautiful.
Participle 'girta'.
चट्टानों की बनावट से पता चलता है कि यहाँ कभी पानी था।
The structure of the rocks shows that there was once water here.
'Banavat' means structure/composition.
उसने चट्टान काटकर अपना रास्ता बनाया।
He made his way by cutting through the rock.
'Katkar' means by cutting.
साहित्य में, चट्टान अक्सर अडिग धैर्य का प्रतीक होती है।
In literature, a rock is often a symbol of unwavering patience.
'Prateek' means symbol.
चट्टानों के कटाव ने इस घाटी को एक अद्भुत आकार दिया है।
The erosion of the rocks has given this valley an amazing shape.
'Katav' means erosion.
राजनीतिक अस्थिरता के बीच, वे पार्टी के लिए चट्टान की तरह रहे।
Amidst political instability, they remained like a rock for the party.
'Asthirta' means instability.
हिमालय की विशाल चट्टानें भारत की प्रहरी मानी जाती हैं।
The massive rocks of the Himalayas are considered the sentinels of India.
'Prahari' means sentinel/guard.
इस प्राचीन मंदिर की मूर्तियाँ एक ही चट्टान से तराशी गई हैं।
The idols of this ancient temple are carved from a single rock.
'Tarashi gayi' means carved.
दार्शनिक ने सत्य की तुलना एक अटूट चट्टान से की।
The philosopher compared truth to an unbreakable rock.
'Tulna' means comparison.
चट्टानों के बीच उगने वाले पौधे जीवन की जीजीविषा को दर्शाते हैं।
Plants growing between rocks reflect the will to live.
'Jijivisha' means will to live.
समुद्र के किनारे की चट्टानें समय की मार झेलती रहती हैं।
The rocks at the seashore keep enduring the brunt of time.
'Maar jhelna' is an idiom meaning to endure hardship.
भूगर्भीय हलचलों ने इन चट्टानों को ऊर्ध्वाधर स्थिति में ला खड़ा किया है।
Geological movements have brought these rocks into a vertical position.
'Urdhvadhara' means vertical.
उनका व्यक्तित्व किसी अभेद्य चट्टान के समान था जिसे कोई हिला न सका।
His personality was like an impenetrable rock that no one could shake.
'Abhedya' means impenetrable.
तटीय चट्टानों का निरंतर क्षरण पारिस्थितिकी तंत्र को प्रभावित कर रहा है।
The continuous erosion of coastal rocks is affecting the ecosystem.
'Ksharan' means erosion/decay.
लेखक ने नायक के संघर्ष को एक विशाल चट्टान को ऊपर धकेलने जैसा बताया।
The author described the hero's struggle as pushing a giant rock uphill.
Reference to the Myth of Sisyphus.
अग्नेय चट्टानों का रासायनिक विश्लेषण उनके ज्वालामुखी मूल की पुष्टि करता है।
Chemical analysis of igneous rocks confirms their volcanic origin.
'Agneya' means igneous.
पर्वतों की मूक चट्टानें इतिहास के अनगिनत रहस्यों को अपने भीतर संजोए हुए हैं।
The silent rocks of the mountains hold within them countless secrets of history.
'Sanjoye hue' means cherished/held within.
संस्कृति की जड़ें समाज की वैचारिक चट्टान पर टिकी होती हैं।
The roots of culture rest on the ideological rock of society.
'Vaicharik' means ideological.
चट्टानों के अंतर्निहित खनिजों का दोहन आर्थिक विकास के लिए आवश्यक है।
The exploitation of minerals inherent in rocks is necessary for economic development.
'Dohan' means exploitation/tapping.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
— An obstacle in the path (though using 'rora', it is conceptually related).
वह मेरी प्रगति में राह का रोड़ा है।
Often Confused With
Patthar is general; Chattan is specifically large/massive.
Pahar is a whole mountain; Chattan is just the rock mass.
Shila is often a flat slab or a sacred stone.
Idioms & Expressions
— To stand firm against all odds.
संकट के समय वह चट्टान की तरह खड़ा रहा।
Common— To try something impossible or futile.
उससे बहस करना चट्टान से सिर टकराने जैसा है।
Informal— To have a heart of stone or great courage.
उसका कलेजा चट्टान जैसा है, वह रोता नहीं।
Literary— To seek protection or hide.
वह अपनी गलतियों को चट्टान के पीछे नहीं छिपा सकता।
Metaphorical— To work extremely hard to make a way.
दशरथ मांझी ने चट्टानों का सीना चीरकर रास्ता बनाया।
Literary— A heavy burden of responsibility.
जिम्मेदारी का बोझ चट्टान जैसा भारी है।
Metaphorical— A small weakness in something strong.
दुश्मन ने चट्टान की दरार ढूंढ ली।
MetaphoricalEasily Confused
Both are large and made of stone.
A mountain (pahar) is a landform; a rock (chattan) is the material/formation.
पहाड़ पर एक बड़ी चट्टान है।
Both mean stone.
Patthar can be tiny; Chattan is always big.
उसने पत्थर फेंका, लेकिन चट्टान नहीं हिली।
Both are earth materials.
Mitti is soft soil; Chattan is hard rock.
यहाँ मिट्टी नहीं, सिर्फ चट्टानें हैं।
Both can be barriers.
Deevar is man-made; Chattan is natural.
यह दीवार चट्टान जैसी मज़बूत है।
Both can be in the sea.
Tapu is an island; Chattan can be a reef or a single rock.
टापू के पास एक खतरनाक चट्टान है।
Sentence Patterns
यह [Adjective] चट्टान है।
यह बड़ी चट्टान है।
वह चट्टान पर [Verb] है।
वह चट्टान पर बैठा है।
चट्टान [Adjective] और [Adjective] है।
चट्टान काली और भारी है।
चट्टान [Postposition] [Noun] है।
चट्टान के नीचे गुफा है।
[Noun] चट्टान की तरह [Adjective] है।
उसका विश्वास चट्टान की तरह मज़बूत है।
चट्टानों का [Noun] [Verb] है।
चट्टानों का कटाव जारी है।
[Verb] के लिए चट्टान [Verb]।
रास्ता बनाने के लिए चट्टान तोड़ो।
चट्टान [Direction] है।
चट्टान वहाँ है।
Word Family
Nouns
Verbs
Adjectives
Related
How to Use It
High in nature and metaphorical contexts.
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Bada chattan
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Badi chattan
'Chattan' is feminine, so the adjective must be 'badi'.
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Chattan gir gaya
→
Chattan gir gayi
The verb must match the feminine gender of the noun.
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Chattanein par
→
Chattanon par
Use the oblique plural 'chattanon' with postpositions like 'par'.
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Using 'chattan' for a throwing stone.
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Using 'patthar'.
'Chattan' is for large masses; 'patthar' is for smaller stones.
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Missing the nasal 'n' in 'chattanein'.
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Chattanein (nasalized)
The plural of consonant-ending feminine nouns is nasalized.
Tips
Gender Check
Always pair 'chattan' with feminine adjectives like 'badi', 'purani', and 'mazboot'.
Scale Matters
Use 'chattan' only when the stone is too big to be moved easily by a person.
Metaphors
Use 'chattan ki tarah' when you want to praise someone's steadfastness.
Retroflex 'T'
Practice the 'tt' sound; it's the key to sounding like a native speaker.
Pluralization
Don't forget the dot (bindu) in 'chattanein' to indicate the nasal sound.
Geography
In geography, 'chattan' is the standard word for rock types.
Listen for Verbs
If you hear 'gayi' or 'thi' after a noun ending in 'an', it's a clue it's feminine like 'chattan'.
Similes
Combine 'chattan' with 'irada' (intention) to say 'chattani irada' (iron will).
Visual Aid
Picture the Rock of Gibraltar to remember the scale of 'chattan'.
Avoid Confusion
Don't use 'chattan' for a brick (eent) or a pebble (kankar).
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Think of a 'Chat' (conversation) that is so 'Tan' (hard/strong) it becomes a 'Chattan' (rock).
Visual Association
Imagine a massive boulder blocking a path in the Himalayas with the word 'CHATTAN' written in bold on it.
Word Web
Challenge
Try to use 'chattan' in a sentence describing your best friend's character today.
Word Origin
Derived from the Hindi/Prakrit roots, possibly influenced by the idea of a flat or hard surface ('chat' or 'chatt'). It is an indigenous Indo-Aryan word.
Original meaning: A large, flat or upright stone mass.
Indo-AryanCultural Context
No specific sensitivities, but be mindful of using it for people (it can mean stubborn as well as strong).
English speakers use 'rock' similarly for strength, but 'chattan' implies a larger scale than just a stone.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
Hiking/Trekking
- चट्टान पर चढ़ना
- सावधान, चट्टान गीली है
- चट्टान का रास्ता
Geography Class
- चट्टानों के प्रकार
- चट्टान का क्षरण
- परतदार चट्टान
Motivation
- चट्टान की तरह मज़बूत बनो
- मुश्किलें चट्टान जैसी हैं
- अडिग चट्टान
Construction
- चट्टान तोड़ना
- चट्टान का टुकड़ा
- मज़बूत आधार
Maritime
- समुद्री चट्टान
- जहाज और चट्टान
- छिपी हुई चट्टान
Conversation Starters
"क्या आपने कभी चट्टान पर चढ़ाई की है?"
"आपके देश में सबसे प्रसिद्ध चट्टान कौन सी है?"
"क्या आपको लगता है कि इंसान का स्वभाव चट्टान जैसा होना चाहिए?"
Journal Prompts
आज मैंने एक बड़ी चट्टान देखी जो...
अगर मैं एक चट्टान होता, तो मैं क्या देखता?
एक समय जब मैं किसी मुश्किल के सामने चट्टान की तरह खड़ा रहा।
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsIt is feminine. You should say 'badi chattan' or 'chattan giri'.
The direct plural is 'chattanein' and the oblique plural is 'chattanon'.
No, for a small stone, use 'patthar' or 'kankar'.
It is called 'chattan-arohan' (चट्टान-आरोहण) or simply 'chattan par chadhna'.
'Shila' is more formal and usually refers to a slab or a stone used in building/art, while 'chattan' is a natural mass.
It means 'unmoved/firm like a rock', used to describe a person's resolve.
It is a retroflex sound. Curl your tongue back and hit the roof of your mouth sharply.
Yes, especially when describing landscapes or using metaphors for strength.
A 'pahar' is a mountain (large landform), while a 'chattan' is a rock (the solid mass).
Yes, in a maritime context, 'chattan' or 'samudri chattan' can refer to a reef.
Test Yourself 180 questions
Write a sentence using 'chattan' and 'mazboot'.
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Translate: 'The rock is very big.'
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Describe a rock using three Hindi adjectives.
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Write a sentence about climbing a rock.
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Use 'chattanon' in a sentence with 'ke beech'.
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Translate: 'The ship hit a rock.'
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Explain the metaphor 'chattan ki tarah'.
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Write a short story (3 sentences) about a mountain.
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Describe the color of a rock in Hindi.
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Translate: 'There are many rocks in the river.'
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Say 'Big Rock' in Hindi.
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Pronounce 'Chattan' correctly.
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Say 'I am climbing the rock' in Hindi.
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Describe a rock as 'heavy' in Hindi.
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Use 'chattan' in a simile for strength.
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Say 'The rock fell' in Hindi.
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Ask 'Where is the rock?' in Hindi.
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Say 'Beautiful rocks' in Hindi.
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Say 'Under the rock' in Hindi.
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Say 'Sharp rocks' in Hindi.
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Listen and identify: 'Badi Chattan'.
Listen and identify: 'Chattan giri'.
Listen and identify: 'Chattanon par'.
Listen and identify: 'Mazboot chattan'.
Listen and identify: 'Nadi ki chattan'.
Listen and identify: 'Chattan ke peeche'.
Listen and identify: 'Purani chattan'.
Listen and identify: 'Chattan todna'.
Listen and identify: 'Chattani rasta'.
Listen and identify: 'Bhari chattan'.
Translate: 'The rocks are sharp.'
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Translate: 'He is like a rock.'
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Translate: 'Look at that big rock.'
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Translate: 'Water comes from the rock.'
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Translate: 'The rock is old and black.'
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Say 'Small stones and big rocks' in Hindi.
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Say 'Behind the rocks' in Hindi.
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Say 'The rock is hard' in Hindi.
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Say 'Don't sit on the rock' in Hindi.
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Say 'The rock is breaking' in Hindi.
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Identify: 'Khurdari chattan'.
Identify: 'Chattan ka dhalan'.
Identify: 'Choti chattan'.
Identify: 'Samudri chattan'.
Identify: 'Chattan ki chaya'.
Write a sentence about a rock in the sea.
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Translate: 'The rock is very hard.'
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Translate: 'We found a treasure under the rock.'
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Translate: 'The path is rocky.'
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Translate: 'The rock is shining in the sun.'
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Say 'The rock is breaking into pieces' in Hindi.
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Say 'I saw a big rock' in Hindi.
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Say 'The rock is very old' in Hindi.
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Say 'Walk carefully on the rocks' in Hindi.
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Say 'The rock is blocking the way' in Hindi.
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Summary
'Chattan' means a large rock or cliff. Always treat it as a feminine noun (e.g., use 'gayi' or 'badi'). Example: 'Vah chattan par baitha hai' (He is sitting on the rock).
- A large natural rock or boulder.
- Feminine noun in Hindi (badi chattan).
- Symbolizes strength, stability, and obstacles.
- Common in geography and literary metaphors.
Gender Check
Always pair 'chattan' with feminine adjectives like 'badi', 'purani', and 'mazboot'.
Scale Matters
Use 'chattan' only when the stone is too big to be moved easily by a person.
Metaphors
Use 'chattan ki tarah' when you want to praise someone's steadfastness.
Retroflex 'T'
Practice the 'tt' sound; it's the key to sounding like a native speaker.
Example
चट्टान पर चढ़ो।
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