मूर्ति in 30 Seconds
- Mūrti means statue or idol.
- It is a feminine noun in Hindi.
- Used for both religious and artistic figures.
- Commonly associated with temples and museums.
The Hindi word मूर्ति (mūrti) is a multifaceted noun that primarily translates to 'statue', 'idol', or 'sculpture' in English. However, its significance in the Indian cultural landscape goes far beyond a simple physical object. In its most common daily usage, it refers to a physical representation of a deity used for worship in Hinduism, Jainism, and Buddhism. When you walk into a temple, the central figure you see is the 'mūrti'. Beyond the religious sphere, it is also the standard word for any artistic sculpture, whether it is a historical monument of a king, a modern art piece in a gallery, or a wax figure in a museum.
- Religious Context
- In Hinduism, a mūrti is more than just a symbol; after a specific ritual called 'Prana Pratishtha' (consecration), it is believed to be a living embodiment of the divine. Devotees offer flowers, food, and prayers to the mūrti.
- Artistic Context
- In the world of fine arts, 'mūrtikalā' refers to the art of sculpture. Any three-dimensional representation of a person or animal, whether made of stone, clay, wood, or metal, is called a mūrti.
- Grammar Note
- The word is a feminine noun. Therefore, adjectives and verbs associated with it must reflect feminine gender (e.g., 'achhi mūrti', 'mūrti rakhi hai').
मंदिर में भगवान कृष्ण की एक सुंदर मूर्ति स्थापित है। (A beautiful statue of Lord Krishna is installed in the temple.)
Understanding the word 'mūrti' requires an appreciation for the materials used. Ancient Indian history is filled with 'pāshān mūrti' (stone statues) found in sites like Ajanta and Ellora. In modern times, you might hear about 'mīm kī mūrti' (wax statue) at Madame Tussauds. The word is deeply rooted in the Sanskrit root 'mūrt', which means 'to take form' or 'to manifest'. Thus, a mūrti is literally a 'manifestation' of an idea or a divine being into a tangible, physical shape.
संग्रहालय में कई प्राचीन मूर्तियाँ रखी गई हैं। (Many ancient statues have been kept in the museum.)
In colloquial speech, if someone is standing very still or not responding, you might hear a sarcastic remark: 'Tum mūrti ban kar kyon khade ho?' (Why are you standing there like a statue?). This demonstrates how the word transitions from a sacred object to a common metaphor for stillness and lack of movement.
Using 'mūrti' correctly involves understanding its feminine gender and its plural form, 'mūrtiyā̃'. In Hindi, the gender of the noun dictates the ending of the verb and the form of the adjectives. Since 'mūrti' ends in the 'i' sound, it follows the pattern of feminine nouns like 'laṛkī' (girl) or 'nadī' (river).
- Singular vs. Plural
- Singular: मूर्ति (mūrti). Plural: मूर्तियाँ (mūrtiyā̃). Oblique Plural (with prepositions): मूर्तियों (mūrtiyõ). Example: 'Mūrtiyõ ko dekho' (Look at the statues).
- Adjective Agreement
- Use 'baṛī' (big), 'sundar' (beautiful), or 'purānī' (old). Example: 'Yeh ek purānī mūrti hai' (This is an old statue).
मूर्तिकार ने मिट्टी से एक छोटी मूर्ति बनाई। (The sculptor made a small statue from clay.)
When discussing the material of the statue, use the possessive marker 'kī' (because mūrti is feminine). For example: 'Patthar kī mūrti' (Stone statue), 'Sone kī mūrti' (Gold statue), 'Mitti kī mūrti' (Clay statue). If you use 'kā' or 'ke', it would be grammatically incorrect.
क्या आपने चौराहे पर लगी गांधीजी की मूर्ति देखी है? (Have you seen the statue of Gandhiji installed at the crossroads?)
In formal Hindi, you might encounter 'mūrtimant' (personified/embodied). For instance, 'Woh dayā kī mūrtimant swarūp hai' (She is the personification of kindness). Here, 'mūrti' acts as a root for describing abstract qualities taking a human form.
You will encounter the word 'mūrti' in several distinct environments in India and Hindi-speaking communities. Its usage spans from the highly spiritual to the mundane and political.
- In Temples (Mandir)
- This is the most frequent context. Priests (Pujaris) will talk about 'mūrti pūjā' (idol worship) or 'mūrti ka shringār' (decoration of the idol). During festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi, the word is heard constantly as people bring home 'Ganesh mūrti'.
- In Museums and History
- Guides will point out 'aitihāsik mūrtiyā̃' (historical statues). You will hear about the 'Statue of Unity', which in Hindi is often referred to as 'Ekta ki Mūrti'.
- In News and Politics
- News reports often cover the unveiling of statues of political leaders or national heroes. Phrases like 'mūrti kā anāvaran' (unveiling of the statue) are very common in headlines.
त्योहार के दौरान लोग मिट्टी की मूर्तियाँ खरीदते हैं। (During the festival, people buy clay statues.)
In the art world, a sculptor is called a 'mūrtikār'. If you visit a workshop in places like Jaipur or Kumartuli (Kolkata), you will hear artisans discussing the 'mūrti' they are carving or molding. They might discuss the 'naqqāshī' (carving) on the 'mūrti'.
इस संग्रहालय में गंधार कला की कई मूर्तियाँ हैं। (There are many statues of Gandhara art in this museum.)
For English speakers learning Hindi, 'mūrti' presents a few linguistic hurdles, primarily related to gender and semantic range.
- Gender Confusion
- Many learners assume objects like statues are masculine. However, 'mūrti' is strictly feminine. Saying 'Mūrti achha hai' is wrong; it must be 'Mūrti achhi hai'.
- Confusing Mūrti with Chitra
- 'Chitra' (चित्र) means a picture, painting, or photo (2D). 'Mūrti' (मूर्ति) is always 3D. Don't call a framed photo of a deity a 'mūrti'; call it a 'chitra' or 'tasveer'.
- Pluralization Errors
- Learners often forget to change 'mūrtiyā̃' to 'mūrtiyõ' when adding a preposition. 'Statues in the temple' is 'Mandir mein mūrtiyõ' (not mūrtiyā̃).
गलत: यह एक बड़ा मूर्ति है। (Incorrect: This is a big statue - masculine).
सही: यह एक बड़ी मूर्ति है। (Correct: This is a big statue - feminine).
Another mistake is using 'mūrti' for a mannequin in a clothing store. While technically a 3D figure, mannequins are more commonly called 'putlā' (पुतला). 'Mūrti' carries a connotation of art or divinity that a plastic clothing display usually doesn't have.
गलत: मैंने मंदिर में चित्र देखी। (Incorrect: I saw a painting [masculine word] in the temple).
सही: मैंने मंदिर में मूर्ति देखी। (Correct: I saw a statue [feminine word] in the temple).
While 'mūrti' is the most common term, Hindi has several synonyms and related words that offer different shades of meaning depending on the register and context.
- Pratimā (प्रतिमा)
- This is a very formal, Sanskritized synonym. It is often used in literature or high-level academic discussions. While it also means statue, it can sometimes mean 'image' or 'reflection' in a more abstract sense.
- But (बुत)
- Derived from Persian/Urdu. In Hindi literature and Bollywood songs, 'but' is often used metaphorically to describe a beloved who is beautiful but cold/unresponsive, or someone frozen in shock.
- Putlā (पुतला)
- This means 'effigy' or 'mannequin'. It is used for figures that are burned in protest (like Ravana's effigy during Dussehra) or used for display in shops.
कवि ने अपनी प्रेयसी की तुलना एक सुंदर बुत से की है। (The poet has compared his beloved to a beautiful statue/idol.)
When choosing between 'mūrti' and 'pratimā', remember that 'mūrti' is more common in daily speech. 'Pratimā' sounds more elegant and is often used in the context of 'pratimā-vigyan' (iconography). If you are talking about a statue made for worship, 'mūrti' is almost always the preferred term.
दशहरे पर रावण का पुतला जलाया जाता है। (On Dussehra, the effigy of Ravana is burnt.)
How Formal Is It?
Fun Fact
In ancient Sanskrit texts, 'mūrti' referred to anything that has a physical limit or boundary, including the human body itself, before it became primarily associated with statues.
Pronunciation Guide
- Pronouncing the 't' as an English alveolar 't' (with the tongue on the ridge above teeth). It should be a soft dental 't'.
- Making the 'u' sound too short. It is a long 'ū'.
Difficulty Rating
Easy to recognize, but plural forms need attention.
Spelling 'mūrti' with the half 'r' (reph) can be tricky for beginners.
Easy to pronounce, just remember the dental 't'.
Clearly distinguishable in speech.
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Grammar to Know
Feminine nouns ending in 'i' form plurals by changing 'i' to 'iyā̃'.
मूर्ति (mūrti) -> मूर्तियाँ (mūrtiyā̃)
In the oblique case, 'iyā̃' changes to 'iyõ'.
मूर्तियों पर (On the statues)
Adjectives must agree with the feminine gender of 'mūrti'.
बड़ी मूर्ति (Big statue)
The possessive 'kā/ke/kī' must be 'kī' for 'mūrti'.
सोने की मूर्ति (Gold statue)
Verbs in the past tense with 'ne' agree with the object 'mūrti'.
उसने मूर्ति देखी (He saw the statue)
Examples by Level
यह एक छोटी मूर्ति है।
This is a small statue.
'Chhotī' is feminine to match 'mūrti'.
मंदिर में मूर्ति है।
There is a statue in the temple.
Basic locative sentence.
वह मूर्ति सुंदर है।
That statue is beautiful.
'Sundar' is an invariant adjective.
यह मेरी मूर्ति है।
This is my statue.
'Merī' is feminine to match 'mūrti'.
मेज पर मूर्ति रखो।
Put the statue on the table.
Imperative sentence.
क्या यह मूर्ति है?
Is this a statue?
Interrogative sentence.
वहाँ एक बड़ी मूर्ति है।
There is a big statue there.
'Baṛī' is feminine.
मुझे यह मूर्ति पसंद है।
I like this statue.
'Mujhe... pasand hai' construction.
यह पत्थर की मूर्ति है।
This is a statue made of stone.
'Kī' is used for material because 'mūrti' is feminine.
हमने संग्रहालय में मूर्तियाँ देखीं।
We saw statues in the museum.
Plural 'mūrtiyā̃' and feminine plural verb 'dekhī̃'.
मूर्तिकार मूर्ति बना रहा है।
The sculptor is making a statue.
Present continuous tense.
यह मूर्ति बहुत पुरानी है।
This statue is very old.
'Purānī' matches 'mūrti'.
बाज़ार से एक मूर्ति लाओ।
Bring a statue from the market.
Ablative case with 'se'.
मंदिर की मूर्तियाँ सोने की हैं।
The temple's statues are made of gold.
Genitive 'kī' and plural 'mūrtiyā̃'.
मैंने एक छोटी मूर्ति खरीदी।
I bought a small statue.
Past tense with 'ne' (implied) and feminine object.
वह मूर्ति सफ़ेद रंग की है।
That statue is white in color.
Descriptive sentence.
मूर्तिकार ने मिट्टी से गणेश की मूर्ति बनाई।
The sculptor made a statue of Ganesha from clay.
Transitive verb in past tense with 'ne'.
इन मूर्तियों को छूना मना है।
Touching these statues is forbidden.
Oblique plural 'mūrtiyõ' with postposition 'ko'.
गाँव के चौराहे पर एक बड़ी मूर्ति लगाई गई है।
A large statue has been installed at the village crossroads.
Passive construction 'lagāī gaī hai'.
पुरानी मूर्तियों की मरम्मत की जा रही है।
The old statues are being repaired.
Passive continuous construction.
यह मूर्ति किस धातु की बनी है?
Which metal is this statue made of?
Interrogative about material.
कलाकार ने मूर्ति में जान डाल दी है।
The artist has breathed life into the statue.
Idiomatic expression 'jān dāl denā'.
दीपावली पर लोग लक्ष्मी की मूर्ति की पूजा करते हैं।
On Diwali, people worship the idol of Lakshmi.
Habitual present tense.
मूर्तियों का विसर्जन पानी में किया जाता है।
The immersion of statues is done in water.
Ritual context.
इस मूर्ति की बारीक नक्काशी देखने लायक है।
The fine carving of this statue is worth seeing.
'Lāyak' used for worthiness.
वह साक्षात दया की मूर्ति है।
She is the very embodiment of mercy.
Metaphorical use of 'mūrti'.
संग्रहालय के इस हिस्से में खंडित मूर्तियाँ रखी हैं।
Broken statues are kept in this part of the museum.
'Khandit' means broken or fragmented.
मूर्तिभंजन के कारण कई ऐतिहासिक स्मारक नष्ट हो गए।
Many historical monuments were destroyed due to iconoclasm.
'Mūrtibhanjan' means iconoclasm/breaking of idols.
नई मूर्ति का अनावरण कल मुख्यमंत्री करेंगे।
The Chief Minister will unveil the new statue tomorrow.
Future tense with formal 'kareñge'.
मूर्तिकला भारतीय संस्कृति की एक प्राचीन विधा है।
Sculpture is an ancient form of Indian culture.
'Mūrtikalā' as a compound noun.
यह मूर्ति गांधार शैली का एक उत्कृष्ट उदाहरण है।
This statue is an excellent example of the Gandhara style.
Art history terminology.
उसने अपनी भावनाओं को एक मूर्ति का रूप दे दिया।
He gave his emotions the form of a statue.
Abstract use of 'rūp denā'.
भारतीय दर्शन में मूर्ति पूजा के विभिन्न आध्यात्मिक पक्ष हैं।
There are various spiritual aspects of idol worship in Indian philosophy.
Abstract academic vocabulary.
उसकी आँखों में एक मूर्ति जैसी स्थिरता थी।
There was a statue-like stillness in her eyes.
Simile using 'mūrti'.
इस प्रतिमा का ऐतिहासिक और पुरातात्विक महत्व अतुलनीय है।
The historical and archaeological significance of this statue is incomparable.
High-register synonyms like 'pratimā'.
मूर्तिकार ने पाषाण के भीतर छिपी आकृति को मुक्त कर दिया।
The sculptor freed the figure hidden within the stone.
Literary/Poetic phrasing.
क्या मूर्ति केवल एक प्रतीक है या साक्षात ईश्वर?
Is a statue merely a symbol or God himself?
Philosophical inquiry.
अजंता की गुफाओं में बुद्ध की विशालकाय मूर्तियाँ उत्कीर्ण हैं।
Giant statues of Buddha are carved in the Ajanta caves.
'Utkīrṇ' means engraved/carved.
उसकी रचनाओं में नारीत्व की एक आदर्श मूर्ति उभरती है।
An ideal image of womanhood emerges in his works.
'Mūrti' as 'ideal image'.
मूर्तियों के संरक्षण के लिए विशेष रसायनों का उपयोग किया जाता है।
Special chemicals are used for the preservation of statues.
Technical/Scientific context.
मूर्तिभंजक प्रवृत्तियों ने इतिहास के कई पन्नों को धूमिल कर दिया है।
Iconoclastic tendencies have blurred many pages of history.
Complex noun phrases.
वह अपनी विद्वत्ता के कारण साक्षात सरस्वती की मूर्ति मानी जाती है।
Due to her scholarship, she is considered the living embodiment of Saraswati.
Use of 'sākshāt' for emphasis.
शिल्पशास्त्र के अनुसार मूर्ति के प्रत्येक अंग का अपना अनुपातिक महत्व है।
According to Shilpashastra, every limb of a statue has its own proportional significance.
Reference to classical texts.
उस पाषाण मूर्ति की निर्जीव आँखों में भी एक करुण पुकार थी।
Even in the lifeless eyes of that stone statue, there was a pathetic plea.
Personification and poetic imagery.
मूर्तिकला की बारीकियों में ही कलाकार की साधना परिलक्षित होती है।
The artist's devotion is reflected in the nuances of the sculpture.
Advanced verbs like 'parilakshit honā'.
क्या जड़ मूर्ति में चेतन का आभास होना केवल एक मनोवैज्ञानिक परिघटना है?
Is the perception of consciousness in an inert statue merely a psychological phenomenon?
Metaphysical terminology.
उसकी देहयष्टि किसी यूनानी मूर्ति की भाँति सुडौल और आकर्षक थी।
His physique was well-proportioned and attractive like a Greek statue.
'Dehyashti' (physique) and 'bhānti' (like).
प्राचीन काल में मूर्तियों का निर्माण केवल कला नहीं बल्कि एक यज्ञ के समान था।
In ancient times, the creation of statues was not just art but like a sacrificial ritual.
Simile 'ke samān'.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
— To stand as still as a statue, often used when someone is shocked or unresponsive.
वह खबर सुनकर मूर्ति की तरह खड़ा रह गया।
— The living embodiment of a quality like kindness or beauty.
वह करुणा की साक्षात मूर्ति है।
— To be fragile or temporary, like a clay statue.
यह जीवन तो मिट्टी की मूर्ति के समान है।
— To make something so realistic it looks alive.
चित्रकार ने मूर्ति में जान डाल दी।
— A city famous for its many statues or temples.
खजुराहो को मूर्तियों का शहर कहा जा सकता है।
— A living statue, usually a compliment for beauty.
वह सुंदरता की जीती-जागती मूर्ति है।
Often Confused With
Chitra is a 2D picture; Mūrti is a 3D statue.
Putlā is an effigy or mannequin, often temporary or for display; Mūrti is art or divine.
Mūrat is a colloquial or poetic variation of mūrti, often used in songs.
Idioms & Expressions
— To be stunned into silence or immobility.
हादसे को देखकर सब बुत बनकर रह गए।
Literary— Someone who remains absolutely silent.
वह सभा में मौन की मूर्ति बना बैठा रहा।
Neutral— A personification of beauty (mūrat is a variant).
वह साक्षात सुंदरता की मूरत है।
Informal/Poetic— To break traditions or icons (literal or metaphorical).
उसने समाज की पुरानी मान्यताओं का मूर्ति भंजन किया।
Academic— Someone with a heart of stone.
वह तो पाषाण हृदय की मूर्ति है, उसे दया नहीं आती।
LiteraryEasily Confused
It looks like the root of 'mūrti'.
'Mūrt' is an adjective meaning 'concrete' or 'manifested', while 'mūrti' is the noun 'statue'.
विचारों को मूर्त रूप देना कठिन है।
Rhymes with 'mūrti'.
'Phūrti' means agility or quickness.
खिलाड़ी में बहुत फूर्ति है।
Rhymes with 'mūrti'.
'Pūrti' means fulfillment or completion.
लक्ष्य की पूर्ति के लिए मेहनत करो।
Ends with the same sound.
'Smriti' means memory.
उसकी स्मृति बहुत तेज है।
Ends with the same sound.
'Kriti' means a creation or work (of art/literature). A 'mūrti' is a type of 'kriti'.
यह लेखक की महान कृति है।
Sentence Patterns
यह [Adjective] मूर्ति है।
यह सुंदर मूर्ति है।
मंदिर में [Material] की मूर्ति है।
मंदिर में सोने की मूर्ति है।
[Subject] ने [Material] से मूर्ति बनाई।
राम ने मिट्टी से मूर्ति बनाई।
यह मूर्ति [Style] का उदाहरण है।
यह मूर्ति मौर्य कला का उदाहरण है।
[Subject] [Quality] की साक्षात मूर्ति है।
वह त्याग की साक्षात मूर्ति है।
[Noun] के भीतर एक मूर्ति छिपी है।
हर पत्थर के भीतर एक मूर्ति छिपी है।
[Subject] को मूर्तियाँ पसंद हैं।
मुझे पुरानी मूर्तियाँ पसंद हैं।
यहाँ कितनी मूर्तियाँ हैं?
यहाँ कितनी मूर्तियाँ हैं?
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How to Use It
Very High in religious, artistic, and historical contexts.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Think of 'Moo' like a cow and 'Rti' like 'Art'. A 'Mūrti' is a piece of 'Art' that often represents something sacred (like a cow in India).
Visual Association
Imagine a large stone statue (Mūrti) standing in the middle of a busy street, perfectly still while everything moves around it.
Word Web
Challenge
Try to describe three different 'mūrtiyā̃' you have seen in your life using Hindi adjectives like 'baṛī', 'sundar', and 'purānī'.
Word Origin
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'मूर्त्ति' (mūrtti).
Original meaning: Something that has a definite shape, form, or body.
Indo-Aryan (Sanskrit)Cultural Context
When visiting a temple, always refer to the deity's image as 'mūrti' or 'bhagwan' with respect. Avoid touching a religious 'mūrti' unless permitted.
In Western contexts, 'idol' can sometimes have a negative connotation (idolatry), but in Hindi, 'mūrti' is a neutral or highly respectful term.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
At a Temple
- मूर्ति कहाँ है? (Where is the idol?)
- मूर्ति बहुत सुंदर है। (The idol is very beautiful.)
- क्या मैं मूर्ति की फोटो ले सकता हूँ? (Can I take a photo of the idol?)
- मूर्ति की पूजा कब होगी? (When will the puja of the idol happen?)
At a Museum
- यह मूर्ति कितनी पुरानी है? (How old is this statue?)
- यह किस पत्थर की बनी है? (What stone is this made of?)
- यह बुद्ध की मूर्ति है। (This is a statue of Buddha.)
- मूर्तियों को मत छुओ। (Do not touch the statues.)
At a Sculptor's Studio
- आप मूर्ति कैसे बनाते हैं? (How do you make a statue?)
- एक मूर्ति की कीमत क्या है? (What is the price of one statue?)
- मुझे मिट्टी की मूर्ति चाहिए। (I want a clay statue.)
- इस मूर्ति को बनाने में कितना समय लगा? (How long did it take to make this statue?)
In a History Class
- प्राचीन मूर्तिकला के बारे में बताइये। (Tell about ancient sculpture.)
- मूर्तियाँ इतिहास का स्रोत हैं। (Statues are a source of history.)
- गांधार कला की मूर्तियाँ प्रसिद्ध हैं। (Statues of Gandhara art are famous.)
- मूर्तिभंजन के क्या कारण थे? (What were the reasons for iconoclasm?)
Daily Metaphor
- मूर्ति मत बनो, कुछ बोलो। (Don't be a statue, say something.)
- वह धैर्य की मूर्ति है। (He is the embodiment of patience.)
- वह बुत की तरह खड़ा रहा। (He stood like a statue/idol.)
- सब कुछ मूर्ति जैसा स्थिर था। (Everything was as still as a statue.)
Conversation Starters
"क्या आपने कभी मिट्टी की मूर्ति बनाई है? (Have you ever made a clay statue?)"
"आपके शहर में सबसे प्रसिद्ध मूर्ति कौन सी है? (Which is the most famous statue in your city?)"
"क्या आप मूर्ति पूजा में विश्वास करते हैं? (Do you believe in idol worship?)"
"आपको पत्थर की मूर्तियाँ पसंद हैं या धातु की? (Do you like stone statues or metal ones?)"
"संग्रहालय में मूर्तियाँ देखना आपको कैसा लगता है? (How do you feel about seeing statues in a museum?)"
Journal Prompts
आज मैंने एक बहुत सुंदर मूर्ति देखी, उसका वर्णन करें। (Today I saw a very beautiful statue, describe it.)
अगर आप एक मूर्तिकार होते, तो आप किसकी मूर्ति बनाते? (If you were a sculptor, whose statue would you make?)
मूर्तिकला और चित्रकला में क्या अंतर है? (What is the difference between sculpture and painting?)
किसी ऐतिहासिक मूर्ति की कहानी लिखिए। (Write the story of any historical statue.)
क्या मूर्तियाँ समाज को प्रेरित करती हैं? अपने विचार लिखें। (Do statues inspire society? Write your thoughts.)
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questions'Mūrti' is a feminine noun. You should always use feminine adjectives and verbs with it, such as 'achhī mūrti' or 'mūrti gir gaī'.
A 'mūrtikār' is a person who makes statues, which translates to 'sculptor' in English. The suffix '-kār' denotes a doer.
No, 'mūrti' is specifically for 3D statues. For a photo or a painting, you should use 'chitra' or 'tasveer'.
'Khandit' means broken or fragmented. A 'khandit mūrti' is a statue that has been damaged. In Hindu tradition, such statues are usually not worshipped.
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Summary
'Mūrti' (feminine) is the essential Hindi word for any 3D statue. Whether you are visiting a temple to see a 'Bhagwan ki mūrti' (God's idol) or a museum to see 'Prachin mūrtiyā̃' (Ancient statues), this word is indispensable. Example: 'Yeh sundar mūrti kisne banāī?' (Who made this beautiful statue?)
- Mūrti means statue or idol.
- It is a feminine noun in Hindi.
- Used for both religious and artistic figures.
- Commonly associated with temples and museums.
Example
मंदिर में मूर्ति है।
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