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निधन (noun)

Demise, passing away

💬 Example

"उनके दादाजी का निधन पिछले साल हुआ था।"

💡 Memory Tip

Imagine a candle flame being 'put out' or 'extinguished' (निस् + धा). This 'putting out' of the flame is like the 'demis...

🏛️ Origin

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'निधन' for animals or inanimate objects. → Use 'मर गया' (mar gaya) for animals, or specific terms for objects breaking down. 'निधन' is for human demise.

Using 'निधन' in very casual conversation. → Use 'गुजर गया' (guzar gaya) or 'मर गया' (mar gaya) in informal settings.

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