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Explanation मेज in your Level:

At the A1 level, 'मेज' is a basic vocabulary word you need to identify objects in your immediate environment. You should be able to point to a table and say 'यह एक मेज है' (This is a table). At this stage, focus on the physical presence of the object and simple possessives like 'मेरी मेज' (my table) or 'तुम्हारी मेज' (your table). You will learn that it is feminine, so you use 'बड़ी' (big) or 'छोटी' (small). You also learn the most common preposition 'पर' (on) to say 'किताब मेज पर है' (The book is on the table). This is the foundation of describing a room in Hindi.

At the A2 level, you start using 'मेज' to describe routines and more complex locations. You might say 'मैं मेज पर खाना खाता हूँ' (I eat food at the table) or 'मेज को साफ करो' (Clean the table). You will also begin to encounter the plural form 'मेजें' and the oblique form 'मेजों'. For instance, 'कमरे में दो मेजें हैं' (There are two tables in the room). You can now describe the color and material of the table, such as 'लकड़ी की मेज' (wooden table) or 'सफेद मेज' (white table). You are moving from just naming the object to interacting with it in sentences.

At the B1 level, 'मेज' appears in social and functional contexts. You can use it to make arrangements, like 'हम एक मेज बुक करना चाहते हैं' (We want to book a table) at a restaurant. You start using it with more varied verbs and adverbs: 'मेज को सावधानी से उठाओ' (Lift the table carefully). You also begin to understand its role in office life, distinguishing between a 'dining table' (खाने की मेज) and a 'study table' (पढ़ने की मेज). Your grammar becomes more precise, ensuring that all adjectives and verbs correctly reflect the feminine gender of 'मेज'.

At the B2 level, you encounter 'मेज' in idiomatic and more abstract expressions. You might hear 'मेज के नीचे से' (under the table) referring to bribery or illicit deals. You can describe the 'मेज' in more detail, using words for its parts like 'मेज की दराज' (the drawer of the table) or 'मेज का कोना' (the corner of the table). You are also comfortable using it in passive constructions like 'मेज सजाई गई है' (The table has been decorated). Your vocabulary expands to include synonyms and related terms like 'डेस्क' or 'कार्यस्थल' (workplace).

At the C1 level, 'मेज' is used in formal, academic, and literary contexts. You might read about a 'गोलमेज सम्मेलन' (Round Table Conference) in a history book or use 'मेज' as a metaphor for a platform of discussion. You can discuss the aesthetics or ergonomics of furniture design using 'मेज'. You understand the subtle differences in tone between using the Hindi 'मेज' and the English loanword 'टेबल' in literature. You can express complex ideas like 'मेज पर रखे प्रस्ताव' (the proposals placed on the table/tabled proposals) in a business or legislative setting.

At the C2 level, you have a complete mastery of 'मेज'. You can appreciate its use in poetry or high-level prose where it might symbolize stability, family, or work. You are aware of its etymological roots (from Persian 'miz') and how it has evolved in the Hindi language. You can use it in highly sophisticated sentence structures, such as 'मेज की स्थिति कमरे के संतुलन को निर्धारित करती है' (The position of the table determines the balance of the room). You can navigate any regional dialect's variation of the word and use it with perfect grammatical accuracy in any register.

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मेज in 30 Seconds

A feminine noun meaning 'table' or 'desk' in Hindi.
Essential for describing household and office environments.
Requires feminine adjectives (e.g., 'badi mej') and verbs.
Plural form is 'mezein', oblique form is 'mezon'.

The Hindi word मेज (Mej) is a fundamental noun that translates directly to 'table' in English. In the landscape of Hindi vocabulary, it is one of the first household items a learner encounters. While it refers to the physical object—a flat surface supported by legs—its utility spans across various domains of daily life, from the domestic kitchen to the corporate boardroom. In Hindi grammar, 'मेज' is a feminine noun, which is a crucial detail for learners to master, as it dictates the adjectives and verbs associated with it.

Domestic Setting: In an Indian household, the 'मेज' serves as the central hub for family gatherings. Whether it is a 'खाने की मेज' (dining table) where the family shares dal and roti, or a 'पढ़ने की मेज' (study table) where a student prepares for exams, the word is ubiquitous. People use it when asking someone to place an object down: 'इसे मेज पर रख दो' (Put this on the table).

यह लकड़ी की मेज बहुत पुरानी और मजबूत है। (This wooden table is very old and strong.)

Professional Environment: In offices, 'मेज' refers to the desk. Phrases like 'मेरी मेज साफ करो' (Clean my desk) or 'मेज के नीचे' (Under the table) are common. It represents the workspace. In formal contexts, it can also refer to the 'negotiation table' (वार्ता की मेज), symbolizing a place where discussions and decisions occur.

कृपया अपनी किताबें मेज से हटा लें। (Please remove your books from the table.)

Cultural Nuance: Historically, traditional Indian dining often happened on the floor (using a 'chowki' or just mats). However, the modern 'मेज' has become a symbol of Western influence that is now fully integrated into urban and semi-urban Indian culture. Using the word correctly shows a level of comfort with standard Hindi objects.

वह मेज के चारों ओर बैठे थे। (They were sitting around the table.)

क्या आप इस मेज को हिला सकते हैं? (Can you move this table?)

मेज पर पानी गिर गया है। (Water has spilled on the table.)

Using 'मेज' correctly involves understanding its grammatical gender and how it interacts with postpositions like 'पर' (on), 'के नीचे' (under), and 'के पास' (near). Since 'मेज' is feminine, possessive pronouns like 'मेरी' (my) or 'तुम्हारी' (your) must be used in their feminine forms. For example, 'यह मेरी मेज है' (This is my table).

Direct Object Usage: When 'मेज' is the object of an action, it often appears with verbs like 'साफ करना' (to clean), 'खरीदना' (to buy), or 'सजाना' (to decorate). Example: 'मैंने एक नई मेज खरीदी' (I bought a new table). Notice 'खरीदी' ends in 'i' to match the feminine 'मेज'.

उसने मेज को नीले कपड़े से ढका। (He covered the table with a blue cloth.)

Locational Phrases: Most commonly, you will use 'मेज' to describe where things are. 'मेज पर' is 'on the table'. 'मेज के नीचे' is 'under the table'. If you are sitting at the table, you say 'मेज पर बैठना' (sitting at/on the table) or more accurately 'मेज के पास बैठना' (sitting near the table).

बिल्ली मेज के नीचे सो रही है। (The cat is sleeping under the table.)

क्या आप इस मेज को कोने में रख सकते हैं? (Can you put this table in the corner?)

खाने की मेज तैयार है। (The dining table is ready.)

इस मेज की ऊँचाई कितनी है? (What is the height of this table?)

Descriptive Sentences: To describe the table, use adjectives like 'गोल' (round), 'चौकोर' (square), 'लंबी' (long), or 'छोटी' (small). Example: 'वह गोल मेज बहुत सुंदर है' (That round table is very beautiful).

'मेज' is a word you will hear in almost every physical environment in an Indian setting. From the moment you enter a home to the time you spend in a library or a restaurant, this word will appear in various contexts. It is a 'high-frequency' word, meaning it is essential for basic communication.

In Restaurants: When entering a restaurant, the host might ask, 'कितने लोगों के लिए मेज चाहिए?' (For how many people do you need a table?). You might reply, 'हमें खिड़की के पास वाली मेज चाहिए' (We want the table near the window). The waiter might say, 'मैं आपकी मेज साफ कर देता हूँ' (I will clean your table).

क्या यह मेज खाली है? (Is this table free/vacant?)

In Schools and Libraries: Teachers often tell students, 'अपनी किताबें मेज पर रखो' (Put your books on the table/desk). In libraries, signs might say, 'मेज पर शोर न करें' (Do not make noise at the table). It is the primary site of academic labor.

पुस्तकालय की मेज पर बहुत सारी किताबें थीं। (There were many books on the library table.)

साहब अपनी मेज पर नहीं हैं। (The boss is not at his desk.)

News and Politics: You will hear this in news reports regarding diplomatic talks: 'दोनों देश बातचीत की मेज पर आए' (Both countries came to the negotiation table). Here, 'मेज' acts as a metaphor for diplomacy and dialogue.

Learning 'मेज' seems simple, but English speakers often trip up on gender and pluralization. Because English doesn't assign gender to inanimate objects, remembering that a table is 'female' in Hindi is the biggest hurdle.

Mistake 1: Incorrect Gender: Many learners say 'बड़ा मेज' (Bada mej) instead of 'बड़ी मेज' (Badi mej). In Hindi, the adjective must match the noun's gender. Since 'मेज' is feminine, always use the feminine form of the adjective.

गलत: यह मेरा मेज है। (Wrong: This is my [masc] table.)
सही: यह मेरी मेज है। (Right: This is my [fem] table.)

Mistake 2: Pluralization Errors: The plural of 'मेज' is 'मेजें' (mezein). However, if there is a postposition (like 'par', 'ko', 'se'), it changes to 'मेजों' (mezon). Learners often forget this 'oblique' case and say 'मेजें पर' instead of 'मेजों पर'.

गलत: मेजें पर खाना है। (Wrong: Food is on the tables.)
सही: मेजों पर खाना है। (Right: Food is on the tables.)

Mistake 3: Confusing with 'Kursi': While both are furniture, 'मेज' (table) and 'कुर्सी' (chair) are often used together. Beginners sometimes swap them in quick conversation. Remember: You sit *on* a 'kursi' and put things *on* a 'mej'.

सावधानी: मेज के ऊपर मत बैठो। (Warning: Don't sit on top of the table - usually said to children.)

While 'मेज' is the most common word for table, Hindi has several other words depending on the type of table or the specific context. Understanding these nuances will make your vocabulary more precise.

डेस्क (Desk): This English loanword is very common in modern Hindi, especially in schools and offices. While 'मेज' is general, 'डेस्क' specifically implies a place for writing or working, often with drawers.
चौकी (Chowki): A 'चौकी' is a low wooden platform or a very short table. It is traditionally used for sitting on the floor to eat or for religious ceremonies. It is much smaller and lower than a standard 'मेज'.
स्टूल (Stool): Another loanword, used for a small, backless seat that can sometimes serve as a side table. In Hindi, it's used exactly like in English.
मंच (Manch): While it means 'stage' or 'platform', in a very formal or metaphorical sense, 'मंच' can refer to the 'table' where public figures speak or debate.

मैंने मेज के बजाय चौकी पर बैठकर खाना खाया। (I ate sitting on a 'chowki' instead of a table.)

Comparison Table

मेज (Mej): General, feminine, formal.
टेबल (Table): Casual, common in urban areas.
चौकी (Chowki): Low, traditional, specific use.
डेस्क (Desk): Work-specific, usually in schools/offices.

How Formal Is It?

Formal

"कृपया मेज पर रखे दस्तावेजों का अवलोकन करें।"

Neutral

"मेज पर खाना रखा है।"

Informal

"अरे, मेज साफ कर दे यार।"

Child friendly

"देखो, मेज के नीचे छोटी बिल्ली है!"

Slang

"मेज के नीचे से काम हो गया।"

Fun Fact

While 'मेज' is Persian, the Portuguese word 'mesa' is a cognate. Both languages share Indo-European roots, making 'mej' and 'mesa' cousins!

Pronunciation Guide

UK /meːd͡ʒ/

US /meɪdʒ/

Single syllable, equal stress on the vowel sound.

Rhymes With

तेज (Tej - fast/bright) भेज (Bhej - send) सेज (Sej - bed/flowery bed) हेज (Hedge - loanword) स्टेज (Stage - loanword) पेज (Page - loanword) क्रेज (Craze - loanword) गेज (Gauge - loanword)

Common Errors

Pronouncing it like 'meez' (with a 'z' sound).
Shortening the 'e' sound to 'mej' (like 'edge'). It should be long 'ay'.
Adding an 'a' at the end (meja).
Aspirating the 'j' sound (making it 'jh').
Using a nasal sound on the 'e' (it is not nasalized).

Difficulty Rating

Reading 1/5

Very easy to read; only two characters and one vowel sign.

Writing 2/5

Simple to write, though the 'e' matra must be placed correctly.

Speaking 1/5

Simple two-syllable sound that English speakers can easily mimic.

Listening 1/5

Distinct sound that is rarely confused with other words.

What to Learn Next

Prerequisites

यह (This) है (Is) पर (On) एक (One)

Learn Next

कुर्सी (Chair) कमरा (Room) खिड़की (Window) दरवाजा (Door)

Advanced

फर्नीचर (Furniture) नक्काशी (Carving) दराज (Drawer)

Grammar to Know

Feminine Noun Agreement

मेज अच्छी है (not अच्छा).

Pluralization (-en)

मेज -> मेजें.

Oblique Case (-on)

मेजों पर (on the tables).

Postposition 'Par'

मेज पर (on the table).

Possessive 'Ki'

मेज की दराज (The table's drawer).

Examples by Level

यह एक मेज है।

This is a table.

'यह' (This) + 'एक' (one/a) + 'मेज' (table) + 'है' (is).

मेज छोटी है।

The table is small.

'छोटी' is the feminine form of 'छोटा', matching 'मेज'.

किताब मेज पर है।

The book is on the table.

'पर' is a postposition meaning 'on'.

वह मेरी मेज है।

That is my table.

'मेरी' is the feminine possessive for 'my'.

मेज कहाँ है?

Where is the table?

'कहाँ' is a question word for 'where'.

मेज साफ है।

The table is clean.

'साफ' is an adjective meaning 'clean'.

यह एक बड़ी मेज है।

This is a big table.

'बड़ी' is feminine to match 'मेज'.

मेज पर पानी है।

There is water on the table.

'पानी' is masculine, but it doesn't change 'मेज'.

मैं मेज पर लिखता हूँ।

I write on the table.

Present indefinite tense.

मेज के नीचे बिल्ली है।

There is a cat under the table.

'के नीचे' means 'under'.

कृपया मेज साफ करें।

Please clean the table.

Polite imperative form.

कमरे में दो मेजें हैं।

There are two tables in the room.

'मेजें' is the plural of 'मेज'.

मेज लकड़ी की बनी है।

The table is made of wood.

'की बनी' indicates the material.

मेज के पास कुर्सी रखो।

Put the chair near the table.

'के पास' means 'near'.

यह मेज बहुत भारी है।

This table is very heavy.

'भारी' (heavy) remains the same for both genders.

मेज को कोने में लगाओ।

Place the table in the corner.

'को' is the object marker.

हमें चार लोगों के लिए मेज चाहिए।

We need a table for four people.

Common restaurant phrase.

मेज पर खाना लगा दो।

Set the food on the table.

'लगा देना' here means 'to set' or 'to serve'.

क्या आप मेज हटा सकते हैं?

Can you move the table?

Ability using 'सकते हैं'.

मेज की दराज में चाबी है।

The key is in the table drawer.

'दराज' (drawer) is feminine.

यह मेज पुरानी शैली की है।

This table is of an old style.

'पुरानी शैली' means 'old style'.

मेज पर एक सुंदर फूलदान है।

There is a beautiful vase on the table.

'फूलदान' is masculine.

मेज को खिड़की के पास ले जाओ।

Take the table near the window.

Directional imperative.

मेज के चारों ओर सब बैठे थे।

Everyone was sitting around the table.

'के चारों ओर' means 'around'.

मेज के नीचे से पैसे दिए गए।

Money was given under the table (bribe).

Idiomatic use for bribery.

मेज की सतह बहुत चिकनी है।

The surface of the table is very smooth.

'सतह' (surface) is feminine.

मेज को असेंबल करना आसान है।

It is easy to assemble the table.

Infinitive as a subject.

मेज पर रखी फाइलें मेरी हैं।

The files kept on the table are mine.

'रखी' (kept) matches 'फाइलें' (fem. plural).

मेज डगमगा रही है, इसके नीचे कुछ लगाओ।

The table is wobbling, put something under it.

'डगमगाना' means 'to wobble'.

मेज पर धूल जम गई है।

Dust has settled on the table.

'जम जाना' means 'to settle/accumulate'.

मेज की मरम्मत की जरूरत है।

The table needs repair.

'मरम्मत' (repair) is feminine.

मेज को ढकने के लिए नया कपड़ा लाओ।

Bring a new cloth to cover the table.

'ढकने के लिए' means 'for covering'.

मेज पर कई महत्वपूर्ण प्रस्ताव रखे गए।

Many important proposals were placed on the table.

Formal/Business context.

मेज की बनावट काफी आधुनिक है।

The design/structure of the table is quite modern.

'बनावट' (structure/make) is feminine.

उसने मेज थपथपाकर अपनी बात कही।

He spoke his mind while tapping the table.

'थपथपाकर' (by tapping).

मेज के चयन में कमरे के आकार का ध्यान रखें।

Keep the room size in mind when selecting a table.

Formal advice.

मेज पर रखी वस्तुओं का विवरण दें।

Give a description of the items kept on the table.

Academic/Formal instruction.

मेज की पॉलिश उतर रही है।

The polish of the table is coming off.

'उतरना' here means 'to peel/wear off'.

यह मेज पुस्तकालय की शोभा बढ़ाती है।

This table enhances the beauty of the library.

Literary/Poetic expression.

मेज के स्थायित्व पर संदेह नहीं किया जा सकता।

The durability of the table cannot be doubted.

'स्थायित्व' (durability) is masculine.

मेज केवल एक वस्तु नहीं, बल्कि संवाद का केंद्र है।

A table is not just an object, but a center for dialogue.

Philosophical observation.

वार्ता की मेज पर दोनों पक्षों ने लचीलापन दिखाया।

Both sides showed flexibility at the negotiation table.

Political/Diplomatic context.

मेज की नक्काशी उसकी ऐतिहासिकता को दर्शाती है।

The carvings on the table reflect its historical significance.

'नक्काशी' (carving) is feminine.

मेज पर बिखरे कागजात उसकी मानसिक स्थिति को दर्शाते थे।

The papers scattered on the table reflected his mental state.

Literary character analysis.

मेज के पायदानों की मजबूती ही उसका आधार है।

The strength of the table's legs is its very foundation.

'पायदान' (legs/base) used metaphorically.

मेज की निर्जीवता के पीछे अनगिनत कहानियाँ छिपी हैं।

Behind the table's lifelessness lie countless stories.

Personification/Metaphor.

मेज पर रखे विकल्पों का गहन विश्लेषण आवश्यक है।

In-depth analysis of the options placed on the table is necessary.

Formal analytical language.

मेज की उपयोगिता समय के साथ बदलती रहती है।

The utility of a table keeps changing with time.

Abstract generalization.

Synonyms

डेस्क मेजिया तिपाई लेखन-पीठ

Antonyms

जमीन फर्श

Common Collocations

खाने की मेज

पढ़ने की मेज

मेज साफ करना

मेज लगाना

गोल मेज

लकड़ी की मेज

ऑफिस की मेज

मेज की दराज

पुरानी मेज

मेज के नीचे

Common Phrases

मेज पर

— On the table.

चाबी मेज पर है।

मेज से

— From the table.

मेज से हाथ हटाओ।

मेज के पास

— Near the table.

मेज के पास बैठो।

मेज के नीचे

— Under the table.

गेंद मेज के नीचे है।

मेज सजाना

— To decorate/set the table.

दिवाली पर मेज सजाओ।

मेज हटाना

— To move/remove the table.

यहाँ से मेज हटाओ।

मेज खरीदना

— To buy a table.

कल हम मेज खरीदेंगे।

मेज की ऊँचाई

— Height of the table.

मेज की ऊँचाई कम है।

मेज की लंबाई

— Length of the table.

मेज की लंबाई नापो।

मेज खाली करना

— To clear the table.

जल्दी मेज खाली करो।

Often Confused With

मेज vs मौज (Mauj)

Sounds similar but means 'fun' or 'enjoyment'.

मेज vs मोजा (Moja)

Sounds similar but means 'sock'.

मेज vs मिजाज (Mijaz)

Means 'temperament' or 'mood'.

Idioms & Expressions

"मेज के नीचे से"

— Giving a bribe secretly.

उसने मेज के नीचे से पैसे लिए।

Informal/Slang

"बातचीत की मेज पर आना"

— To agree to negotiate.

दोनों पक्ष मेज पर आने को तैयार हैं।

Formal

"मेज थपथपाना"

— To show approval or emphasis during a speech.

संसद में सबने मेज थपथपाई।

Formal

"मेज पर रखना"

— To present a proposal (tabling).

नया बिल मेज पर रखा गया है।

Formal

"मेज की तरह डगमगाना"

— To be unstable (rarely used).

उसका विचार मेज की तरह डगमगा रहा है।

Metaphorical

"मेज साफ होना"

— To have everything cleared or settled.

अब मेज साफ है, नई शुरुआत करें।

Metaphorical

"गोल मेज पर बैठना"

— To discuss as equals.

हमें गोल मेज पर बैठना होगा।

Political

"मेज का कोना पकड़ना"

— To hold a firm position (figurative).

उसने मेज का कोना पकड़ लिया और नहीं हिला।

Literary

"मेज पर धूल जमना"

— To be neglected for a long time.

इस फाइल पर मेज पर धूल जम गई है।

Metaphorical

"मेज सजाकर रखना"

— To be ready for guests/action.

उसने मेज सजाकर रखी है।

Idiomatic

Easily Confused

मेज vs कुर्सी

Both are furniture.

Mej is for objects; Kursi is for sitting.

मेज पर किताब रखो, कुर्सी पर बैठो।

मेज vs डेस्क

Synonyms.

Desk is specifically for work/study; Mej is general.

स्कूल में डेस्क होती है।

मेज vs चौकी

Both are flat surfaces.

Chowki is low to the ground; Mej is standing height.

चौकी पुरानी है।

मेज vs स्टूल

Small furniture.

Stool has no flat wide top for working; it's mostly for sitting.

स्टूल छोटा है।

मेज vs आसन

Related to sitting.

Asan is a mat or seat; Mej is a table.

आसन पर बैठो।

Sentence Patterns

यह [Color] मेज है।

यह लाल मेज है।

मेज [Position] है।

मेज वहाँ है।

[Object] मेज पर है।

फोन मेज पर है।

मेज के नीचे [Object] है।

मेज के नीचे कुत्ता है।

मुझे [Type] मेज चाहिए।

मुझे छोटी मेज चाहिए।

क्या आप मेज [Action] सकते हैं?

क्या आप मेज हिला सकते हैं?

मेज [Material] की बनी है।

मेज शीशे की बनी है।

मेज की [Quality] सराहनीय है।

मेज की मजबूती सराहनीय है।

Word Family

Nouns

How to Use It

frequency

Extremely frequent in both spoken and written Hindi.

Common Mistakes

बड़ा मेज → बड़ी मेज
Since 'मेज' is feminine, the adjective must be feminine.
मेजें पर → मेजों पर
When a postposition like 'पर' follows a plural noun, the noun takes the oblique form.
मेरा मेज → मेरी मेज
Possessives must match the feminine gender of 'मेज'.
मेज के ऊपर → मेज पर
While 'के ऊपर' is correct, 'पर' is more natural for 'on the table'.
मेज के पास बैठो (to mean 'on') → मेज पर बैठो
Don't confuse 'near' with 'on' if you want someone to sit on the table.

Tips

Gender Check

Always remember 'मेज' is feminine. Say 'मेज अच्छी है' not 'अच्छा है'.

Compound Words

Learn 'मेजपोश' (tablecloth) to expand your furniture vocabulary.

Pronunciation

Ensure the 'e' is long, like in 'mate', not short like in 'met'.

Dining Habits

Mention 'खाने की मेज' when talking about dinner plans.

Plural Forms

Practice the difference between 'मेजें' and 'मेजों' in sentences.

Context Clues

If you hear 'par', it's almost always 'on the table'.

Mnemonic

The Mage (magician) is on the Mej (table).

Office Context

Use 'मेज' or 'डेस्क' interchangeably in a professional setting.

Authenticity

Using 'मेज' instead of 'टेबल' makes your Hindi sound more formal.

Persian Root

Remember the Persian root 'miz' to connect it with other Indo-Iranian languages.

Memorize It

Mnemonic

Think of a 'Mage' (magician) performing a trick on a 'Mej' (table). The Mage on the Mej!

Visual Association

Visualize a bright red 'Mej' with four legs standing in the middle of a white room. Imagine a woman ('Maiden') sitting at it to remember it's feminine.

Word Web

Furniture Legs Wood Dining Study Desk Surface Feminine

Challenge

Write 5 sentences about what is currently on your table using 'मेज पर' and 'मेरी मेज'.

Word Origin

The word 'मेज' comes from the Persian word 'miz' (میز), which means table. It entered Hindi through the long history of Persian influence on the Indian subcontinent during the Mughal era and earlier trade periods.

Original meaning: A flat surface for eating or writing.

Indo-European (via Persian).

Cultural Context

No specific sensitivities; it is a neutral household object.

English speakers might assume 'table' is masculine because it's a solid object, but in Hindi, it's feminine. This is a key cultural/linguistic hurdle.

The Round Table Conferences (गोलमेज सम्मेलन) in London regarding Indian independence. Various Hindi poems where the 'मेज' represents the lonely writer's companion. Bollywood scenes where a 'मेज' is dramatically flipped during a fight.

Practice in Real Life

Real-World Contexts

Dining Room

मेज लगाओ
मेज साफ करो
खाने की मेज
मेज पर पानी

Office

मेरी मेज
मेज पर फाइल
मेज की दराज
मेज खाली करो

Restaurant

मेज बुक करना
खिड़की वाली मेज
बड़ी मेज
मेज खाली है?

School/Library

पढ़ने की मेज
मेज पर किताबें
मेज से मत हिलो
मेज पर लिखो

Furniture Store

मेज की कीमत
लकड़ी की मेज
मेज की वारंटी
मेज की बनावट

Conversation Starters

"क्या यह मेज खाली है?"

"आपकी मेज बहुत सुंदर है, कहाँ से खरीदी?"

"क्या हम उस बड़ी मेज पर बैठ सकते हैं?"

"मेरी मेज पर बहुत काम पड़ा है।"

"क्या आप मेज साफ करने में मेरी मदद करेंगे?"

Journal Prompts

आज मेरी मेज पर क्या-क्या रखा है? उसका वर्णन करें।

मेरे बचपन की पढ़ने वाली मेज कैसी थी?

अगर मेरी मेज बोल सकती, तो वह क्या कहती?

एक आदर्श खाने की मेज कैसी होनी चाहिए?

मेज के बिना एक कमरा कैसा लगेगा?

Frequently Asked Questions

10 questions

In Hindi, 'मेज' is a feminine noun. This means you use 'बड़ी' (big) and 'मेरी' (my) with it.

You say 'मेज पर' (Mej par).

The plural is 'मेजें' (Mezein). If there's a postposition, it's 'मेजों' (Mezon).

Yes, 'टेबल' is very common in casual speech, but 'मेज' is the proper Hindi word.

You say 'खाने की मेज' (Khane ki mej).

Yes, it can refer to any table, including an office desk.

No, it is a plain 'j' sound, like in the English word 'jar'.

No, it actually comes from Persian 'miz'.

You say 'मेज के नीचे' (Mej ke neeche).

It is called 'मेजपोश' (Mej-posh).