At the A1 level, you don't need to use this long word yourself, but you might see it in signs or on products. Think of it as a very fancy way to say 'bad' or 'not good'. The word is made of 'Nimn' (low) and 'Gunvatta' (quality). When you see it, just remember it means the thing is of a low standard. For example, a cheap toy that breaks easily is 'nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ'. In A1, you would usually just say 'achchha nahi hai' (it is not good), but knowing this word helps you understand official Hindi. It is like the difference between saying 'bad stuff' and 'inferior merchandise'.
At the A2 level, you are starting to use more specific adjectives. Instead of just saying everything is 'kharāb' (bad), you can use 'nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ' to describe products or services in a more formal way. If you are writing a simple complaint letter about a product you bought online, using this word will make your Hindi sound much more advanced. It is an adjective, so it describes a noun. You can say 'nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ khānā' (low-quality food) or 'nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ kapde' (low-quality clothes). It doesn't change its ending, which makes it easier for A2 learners to use in sentences.
At the B1 level, you should be able to distinguish between different registers of Hindi. 'Nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ' is a B1 level word because it belongs to the formal/official register. You should use it when discussing topics like the economy, consumer rights, or education. For instance, if you are debating why some schools are better than others, you might mention 'nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ shikshā' (low-quality education). It shows you have a grasp of 'Tatsama' words (words derived directly from Sanskrit). You should also be able to recognize its opposite, 'uchcha-guṇavattāpūrṇ' (high-quality).
At the B2 level, you are expected to use 'nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ' fluently in professional and academic contexts. You should understand the nuance it brings to a critique—it is objective and technical rather than emotional. You might use it in a business presentation to describe a competitor's product or in a sociological essay to describe the living conditions in certain areas. You should also be comfortable using it with complex sentence structures, such as 'Yadi utpādan nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ rahā, to hamārī bikrī gir jāegī' (If the production remains low-quality, our sales will fall).
At the C1 level, you should understand the stylistic implications of using 'nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ' versus other synonyms like 'nikṛṣṭ' or 'ghatiyā'. You can use it to add a layer of bureaucratic or academic authority to your speech and writing. You should also be able to identify it in complex legal or governmental documents where it might be used to define standards of liability. At this level, you can also use it metaphorically to describe things like 'nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ tark' (low-quality arguments) during a high-level debate, showing a mastery of abstract vocabulary.
At the C2 level, you have a complete command over the word and its sociolinguistic weight. You recognize that 'nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ' is a hallmark of 'Shuddh Hindi' (Pure Hindi) and can use it to navigate the most formal environments in India, from the Supreme Court to the Parliament. You understand its historical roots in the Sanskritization of Hindi and can use it or avoid it based on the exact tone you wish to project. You can also appreciate how the word is used in high-level literary criticism to evaluate the 'standard' of contemporary works compared to classical standards.

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण em 30 segundos

  • A formal adjective meaning 'low-quality'.
  • Used in business, news, and academic contexts.
  • A compound word: Nimn (low) + Guṇavattā (quality).
  • Does not change form for gender or number.

The Hindi word निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण (nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ) is a sophisticated, formal adjective used to describe something that is of low quality, inferior standard, or lacks the necessary excellence expected in a particular context. It is a compound word derived from Sanskrit roots, making it highly suitable for academic, professional, and journalistic environments. When you use this word, you are not just saying something is 'bad' (which would be kharāb or ghatiyā); you are providing a clinical, objective critique of its standard. It is most commonly found in consumer reports, architectural evaluations, economic analyses, and formal critiques of art or literature.

Etymological Breakdown
The term is composed of three parts: 'Nimn' meaning low or inferior, 'Guṇavattā' meaning quality, and 'Pūrṇ' meaning full of or characterized by. Together, they create a precise descriptor for objects or services that fail to meet benchmarks.

सरकार ने निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण निर्माण सामग्री के उपयोग की जांच के आदेश दिए हैं। (The government has ordered an investigation into the use of low-quality construction materials.)

In the modern Indian marketplace, this word frequently appears in warnings about counterfeit goods or subpar digital services. For instance, a tech reviewer might describe a cheap smartphone's camera as producing 'nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ' images to avoid sounding overly biased while still being critical. It bridges the gap between simple everyday Hindi and the technical vocabulary required for B1 and B2 level proficiency.

Contextual Application
It is used to describe physical goods (electronics, clothing), abstract services (education, healthcare), and even artistic outputs (films, paintings) when the focus is on the technical standard rather than personal taste.

इस शोध पत्र में निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण डेटा का उपयोग किया गया है। (Low-quality data has been used in this research paper.)

Understanding this word allows a learner to navigate formal documents in India. If you see this on a product warning or a news headline, you immediately know that the subject is being criticized for its poor manufacturing or execution. It is the opposite of 'uchcha-guṇavattāpūrṇ' (high-quality).

Grammatical Role
As an adjective, it typically precedes the noun it modifies. It does not change its form based on the gender or number of the noun, making it relatively easy to use once memorized.

हमें निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण सेवाओं को स्वीकार नहीं करना चाहिए। (We should not accept low-quality services.)

बाज़ार में कई निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण विकल्प उपलब्ध हैं। (Many low-quality alternatives are available in the market.)

Using निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण correctly requires placing it before the noun it describes. Because it is a formal term, the rest of the sentence should ideally maintain a neutral or formal tone. It is rarely used in slang or very casual conversation unless the speaker is being intentionally ironic or precise. For example, you wouldn't usually use it to describe a bad meal at a friend's house, but you would use it to describe the food quality in a health inspector's report.

Subject-Adjective Agreement
The word ends in '-pūrṇ', which is an invariant suffix. This means whether you are describing a masculine noun like 'khilaunā' (toy) or a feminine noun like 'shikshā' (education), the word remains 'nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ'.

यह एक निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण फिल्म थी। (This was a low-quality film.)

When constructing sentences, it is often paired with verbs like 'hai' (is), 'thā' (was), or 'pāyā gayā' (was found to be). In business contexts, it is frequently used with 'utpād' (product), 'sevā' (service), and 'kārya' (work). It serves as a powerful tool for professional feedback. Instead of saying 'Your work is bad,' saying 'Your work is low-quality' (Āpkā kārya nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ hai) shifts the focus from the person to the standard of the output.

Comparison Structures
To compare two things, you can use 'se adhik' (more than). For example: 'Yah utpād usse adhik nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ hai' (This product is of even lower quality than that one).

सस्ते दामों के कारण लोग निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण वस्तुएं खरीदते हैं। (People buy low-quality items because of cheap prices.)

In academic writing, this word is essential for describing results that do not meet the hypothesis or for critiquing previous studies. It helps in maintaining the 'objectivity' required in scientific Hindi. It avoids the emotional baggage of words like 'bekār' (useless) while being equally firm in its assessment.

कंपनी को निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण उत्पादन के लिए दंडित किया गया। (The company was penalized for low-quality production.)

क्या आपको लगता है कि यह निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण कागज़ है? (Do you think this is low-quality paper?)

In the real world, you are most likely to encounter निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण in formal media and corporate communications. If you watch Hindi news channels like NDTV India or Aaj Tak during a segment on consumer rights or infrastructure failure, this word will appear frequently. It is a staple of 'Sarkari' (government) Hindi, used in official notices to warn citizens against buying unverified or substandard medicines or electronics.

News and Media
Headlines often use this word to save space while maintaining a serious tone. For example: 'Nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ rāshan par bāval' (Uproar over low-quality rations).

समाचार में कहा गया कि पुल निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण लोहे से बना था। (The news stated that the bridge was made of low-quality iron.)

In the corporate world in India, during performance reviews or quality control (QC) meetings, managers use this term to describe defects. While they might speak in Hinglish (a mix of Hindi and English), when they switch to pure Hindi for formal documentation, 'nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ' is the preferred choice. It is also found in the 'Terms and Conditions' or 'Warranty' sections of product manuals translated into Hindi.

Educational settings also use this word. Professors critiquing a student's thesis or the quality of primary education in rural areas will use it to highlight systemic failures. It is a word that demands attention because it implies a deviation from a set standard. You will also see it in advertisements—usually those of a competitor claiming that other brands provide 'nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ' products while theirs is superior.

विज्ञापन ने चेतावनी दी कि निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण तेल स्वास्थ्य के लिए हानिकारक है। (The advertisement warned that low-quality oil is harmful to health.)

Public Discourse
In political speeches, leaders might accuse their opponents of delivering 'nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ' governance or infrastructure, using the word to sound authoritative and knowledgeable.

जनता निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण सड़कों से परेशान है। (The public is troubled by low-quality roads.)

One of the most common mistakes learners make with निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण is using it in the wrong register. Because it is a very 'heavy' and formal word, using it in a casual conversation with friends can sound strange or even robotic. If you tell a friend their t-shirt is 'nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ', they might laugh and ask why you're talking like a textbook. In such cases, 'ghatiyā' or 'bekār' is much more natural.

Register Mismatch
Avoid using this word in slang or intimate settings. Use it for reports, reviews, and formal presentations.

Incorrect: यार, यह चाय निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण है। (Too formal for a casual chat about tea.)

Another mistake is confusing 'nimn' (low) with 'nīche' (below/down). While they are related, 'nīche' is a spatial preposition, and 'nimn' is an adjective of degree. You cannot say 'nīche-guṇavattāpūrṇ'. Similarly, don't forget the hyphen or the connection between 'nimn' and 'guṇavattā'. While in English we say 'low quality' as two words, in formal Hindi, it's often treated as a single compound adjective.

Learners also sometimes struggle with the pronunciation of the 'ttā' (double t) in 'guṇavattā'. It requires a slight hold on the 't' sound. If you say 'guṇavatā' (single t), it sounds slightly off to a native speaker's ear. Finally, ensure you don't use it to describe people's character. To say a person is 'low quality' in terms of morals, words like 'neecha' or 'charitraheen' are used, not 'nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ', which is reserved for things, services, or abstract concepts.

Semantic Range
Do not use this for people's personalities. It is strictly for the standard of work, products, or systems.

Correct: निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण लेखन (Low-quality writing) - This refers to the skill, not the person.

गलती: वह व्यक्ति निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण है। (Wrong: That person is low-quality.)

Hindi has a rich variety of words to describe things that aren't up to snuff. Choosing the right one depends entirely on how formal you want to be and what exactly is 'bad' about the object. While निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण is the gold standard for formal critiques, other words might be more appropriate in different scenarios.

Ghatiyā (घटिया)
This is the most common word for 'low quality' or 'cheap' in daily life. It is informal and carries a tone of personal dissatisfaction or even disgust. Use this when complaining to a shopkeeper.
Nikṛṣṭ (निकृष्ट)
Even more formal than 'nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ', this Sanskrit-derived word means 'vile' or 'the worst'. It is often used in literature or high-level philosophical discussions to describe something of the lowest possible grade.

तुलना: 'घटिया' (Informal) vs निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण (Formal) vs 'निकृष्ट' (Literary).

If you want to focus specifically on the fact that something doesn't meet official rules, use 'Amānak' (अमानक), which means 'non-standard' or 'substandard'. If something is just 'bad' or 'broken', 'Kharāb' (खराब) is your safest bet. For something that is 'weak' or 'fragile' (often a cause of low quality), use 'Kamzor' (कमज़ोर).

Amanak (अमानक)
Literally 'not according to the standard (mānak)'. This is very common in industrial and regulatory contexts.

In summary, while 'nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ' is long, it is precise. It tells the listener exactly what is wrong—the 'quality' (guṇavattā) is 'low' (nimn). This precision is why it is preferred in professional Hindi over more emotional or vague terms.

यह निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण कार्य आपकी छवि सुधारने में मदद नहीं करेगा। (This low-quality work will not help improve your image.)

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In ancient Sanskrit, 'Nimn' was often used to describe deep water or a low-lying valley. Today, its meaning has shifted to describe abstract 'low' levels of quality.

Guia de pronúncia

UK /nɪm.nə ɡʊ.ɳə.ʋət.t̪ɑː.puːr.ɳə/
US /nɪm.nə ɡʊ.nə.vət.tɑ.pʊrn/
The primary stress is on the third syllable 'vat' in 'guṇavattā'. Secondary stress is on 'pūrṇ'.
Rima com
महत्वपूर्ण (Mahatvapūrṇ) सुविधापूर्ण (Suvidhāpūrṇ) सफलतापूर्ण (Saphaltāpūrṇ) शांतिपूर्ण (Shāntipūrṇ) विवेकपूर्ण (Vivekpūrṇ) तर्कपूर्ण (Tarkpūrṇ) आशापूर्ण (Āshāpūrṇ) श्रद्धापूर्ण (Shraddhāpūrṇ)
Erros comuns
  • Saying 'gunvatta' with a dental 'n' instead of retroflex 'ṇ'.
  • Skipping the double 't' sound in 'guṇavattā'.
  • Pronouncing 'pūrṇ' as 'pooran' (adding an extra vowel).
  • Confusing 'nimn' with 'neem' (the tree).
  • Misplacing the hyphen in writing.

Nível de dificuldade

Leitura 4/5

Requires knowledge of Sanskrit-derived compound words.

Escrita 5/5

The hyphen and double 't' can be tricky for learners.

Expressão oral 4/5

It is a long word that requires clear articulation.

Audição 3/5

Easy to recognize once the 'Nimn' and 'Gun' parts are known.

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Pré-requisitos

निम्न गुण पूर्ण खराब अच्छा

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उत्कृष्ट अमानक विशेषता मानकीकरण उपभोक्ता

Avançado

निकृष्टता गुणवत्ता नियंत्रण मानक संचालन प्रक्रिया विश्वसनीयता टिकाऊपन

Gramática essencial

Compound Adjectives

Words like 'निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण' combine two or more roots to create a specific meaning.

Invariant Adjectives

Adjectives ending in consonants or specific Sanskrit suffixes (like -pūrṇ) do not change for gender.

Tatsama Vocabulary

Using Sanskrit words (Nimn) instead of Persian/Arabic (Kharāb) for formal registers.

Hyphenation in Hindi

Hyphens are often used in compound adjectives to clarify the relationship between words.

Dative Subject with 'Chāhiye'

हमें निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण सामान नहीं चाहिए (We don't want...).

Exemplos por nível

1

यह एक निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण खिलौना है।

This is a low-quality toy.

Simple Subject + Adjective + Noun structure.

2

मुझे निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण खाना पसंद नहीं है।

I do not like low-quality food.

The adjective modifies 'khānā' (food).

3

क्या यह निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण है?

Is this low-quality?

Question form using 'kyā'.

4

वह निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण कागज़ है।

That is low-quality paper.

Demonstrative pronoun 'vah' (that).

5

यह पेन निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण है।

This pen is low-quality.

Adjective used as a complement.

6

वहाँ निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण वस्तुएं मिलती हैं।

Low-quality items are found there.

Plural noun 'vastuein' (items).

7

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण जूते मत खरीदो।

Don't buy low-quality shoes.

Imperative 'mat kharīdo' (don't buy).

8

यह कपड़ा निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण लग रहा है।

This cloth looks low-quality.

Verb 'lag rahā hai' (is looking/seeming).

1

सस्ते फोन अक्सर निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण होते हैं।

Cheap phones are often low-quality.

General statement using 'hote hain'.

2

मैंने एक निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण घड़ी खरीदी।

I bought a low-quality watch.

Past tense 'kharīdī' agreeing with 'ghaṛī' (feminine).

3

इस होटल में सेवा निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण है।

The service in this hotel is low-quality.

Describing an abstract noun 'sevā' (service).

4

हमें निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण सामग्री नहीं चाहिए।

We don't want low-quality material.

Use of 'chāhiye' for 'want/need'.

5

यह बैग निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण चमड़े से बना है।

This bag is made of low-quality leather.

Instrumental case 'se' (from/with).

6

बाज़ार में निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण दूध बिक रहा है।

Low-quality milk is being sold in the market.

Passive-style continuous 'bik rahā hai'.

7

उसकी लिखावट निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण है।

His handwriting is low-quality.

Possessive 'uskī' (his/her).

8

यह एक निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण अनुभव था।

It was a low-quality experience.

Past tense 'thā'.

1

उपभोक्ताओं को निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण उत्पादों से बचना चाहिए।

Consumers should avoid low-quality products.

Dative subject 'upbhoktāon ko'.

2

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण शिक्षा देश के भविष्य के लिए हानिकारक है।

Low-quality education is harmful to the country's future.

Formal adjective 'hānīkārak' (harmful).

3

रिपोर्ट में निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण निर्माण का उल्लेख किया गया है।

The report mentioned low-quality construction.

Formal verb 'ullekh kiyā gayā' (mentioned).

4

क्या आप निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण और उच्च-गुणवत्तापूर्ण में अंतर कर सकते हैं?

Can you distinguish between low-quality and high-quality?

Comparison of opposites.

5

यह फिल्म अपनी निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण कहानी के कारण फ्लॉप हो गई।

This film flopped due to its low-quality story.

Reasoning using 'ke kāraṇ' (due to).

6

कंपनी निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण कच्चे माल का उपयोग कर रही है।

The company is using low-quality raw materials.

Compound noun 'kacchā māl' (raw material).

7

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण दवाओं का सेवन खतरनाक हो सकता है।

Consuming low-quality medicines can be dangerous.

Gerundial use 'sevan' (consumption).

8

इस सड़क की मरम्मत में निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण डामर का प्रयोग हुआ है।

Low-quality asphalt has been used in this road's repair.

Locative 'marammat mein' (in repair).

1

आर्थिक मंदी के दौरान, निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण वस्तुओं की मांग बढ़ जाती है।

During an economic recession, the demand for low-quality goods increases.

Economic terminology 'mandi' (recession) and 'māng' (demand).

2

आलोचकों ने उपन्यास को निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण साहित्य करार दिया।

Critics labeled the novel as low-quality literature.

Formal phrase 'karār diyā' (labeled/termed).

3

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण डेटा के आधार पर निर्णय लेना जोखिम भरा है।

Making decisions based on low-quality data is risky.

Complex phrase 'ke ādhār par' (on the basis of).

4

भ्रष्टाचार के कारण अक्सर निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण बुनियादी ढांचा तैयार होता है।

Corruption often results in low-quality infrastructure.

Causal link 'ke kāraṇ' (because of).

5

क्या सरकार निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण आयात पर प्रतिबंध लगाएगी?

Will the government impose a ban on low-quality imports?

Future tense 'lagāegī' and 'āyāt' (import).

6

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण बिजली आपूर्ति से औद्योगिक उत्पादन प्रभावित हो रहा है।

Industrial production is being affected by low-quality power supply.

Passive voice 'prabhāvit ho rahā hai'.

7

उसने निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण अनुवाद की शिकायत की।

He complained about the low-quality translation.

Noun 'shikāyat' (complaint).

8

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण जीवन स्तर स्वास्थ्य समस्याओं का मूल कारण है।

A low-quality standard of living is the root cause of health problems.

Compound 'jīvan star' (standard of living).

1

न्यायालय ने निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण साक्ष्यों को खारिज कर दिया।

The court dismissed the low-quality evidence.

Legal term 'sākshya' (evidence) and 'khārij' (dismissed).

2

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण पत्रकारिता लोकतंत्र के लिए एक गंभीर खतरा है।

Low-quality journalism is a serious threat to democracy.

Political discourse.

3

वैज्ञानिकों ने इस शोध में निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण कार्यप्रणाली की आलोचना की।

Scientists criticized the low-quality methodology in this research.

Technical term 'kāryapraṇālī' (methodology).

4

यह ब्रांड अपनी निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण छवि से उबरने की कोशिश कर रहा है।

This brand is trying to recover from its low-quality image.

Reflexive 'apnī' and verb 'ubarnā' (to recover).

5

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण डिजिटल सामग्री बच्चों के मानसिक विकास को प्रभावित करती है।

Low-quality digital content affects the mental development of children.

Abstract concept 'mānasik vikās' (mental development).

6

वैश्वीकरण ने बाज़ार में निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण चीनी सामानों की बाढ़ ला दी है।

Globalization has flooded the market with low-quality Chinese goods.

Historical/Economic context.

7

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण कोडिंग के कारण सॉफ्टवेयर में कई बग्स आ गए।

Many bugs appeared in the software due to low-quality coding.

Modern technical context.

8

उसने तर्क दिया कि निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण कला समाज का आईना नहीं हो सकती।

He argued that low-quality art cannot be a mirror of society.

Philosophical 'samāj kā āīnā' (mirror of society).

1

संस्थान की साख निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण शोध पत्रों के कारण धूमिल हो गई है।

The institution's reputation has been tarnished due to low-quality research papers.

High-register 'sākh' (reputation) and 'dhūmil' (tarnished).

2

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण भाषाई अनुवाद मूल पाठ की आत्मा को नष्ट कर देते हैं।

Low-quality linguistic translations destroy the soul of the original text.

Metaphorical 'mūl pāṭh kī ātmā' (soul of original text).

3

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण शासन व्यवस्था नागरिक असंतोष का मुख्य कारण बनती है।

A low-quality governance system becomes the main cause of citizen dissatisfaction.

Political science term 'shāsan vyavasthā' (governance system).

4

क्या निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण विनिर्माण को केवल लागत कटौती का परिणाम माना जा सकता है?

Can low-quality manufacturing be considered solely a result of cost-cutting?

Rhetorical question structure.

5

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण बौद्धिक विमर्श समाज की प्रगति में बाधक है।

Low-quality intellectual discourse is a hindrance to the progress of society.

Abstract 'bauddhik vimarsh' (intellectual discourse).

6

परियोजना की विफलता का श्रेय निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण योजना को दिया गया।

The failure of the project was attributed to low-quality planning.

Formal attribution 'shreya... diyā gayā'.

7

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण एल्गोरिदम पक्षपाती परिणाम दे सकते हैं।

Low-quality algorithms can give biased results.

Modern AI context.

8

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण पर्यावरणीय मानकों ने प्रदूषण को बढ़ावा दिया है।

Low-quality environmental standards have encouraged pollution.

Environmental 'mānak' (standards).

Colocações comuns

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण उत्पाद
निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण सेवा
निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण शिक्षा
निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण निर्माण
निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण सामग्री
निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण डेटा
निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण भोजन
निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण अनुवाद
निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण कागज़
निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण जीवन

Frases Comuns

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण होने के कारण

— Due to being low-quality. Used to explain failure.

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण होने के कारण इसे वापस कर दिया गया।

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण पाया गया

— Found to be low-quality. Used in inspection reports.

नमूना जांच में निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण पाया गया।

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण वस्तुओं की बाढ़

— A flood of low-quality items. Used in economic news.

बाज़ार में निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण वस्तुओं की बाढ़ आ गई है।

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण कार्य का प्रदर्शन

— Demonstration of low-quality work. Used in appraisals.

उसने निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण कार्य का प्रदर्शन किया।

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण सामग्री की आपूर्ति

— Supply of low-quality material. Used in contracts.

ठेकेदार ने निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण सामग्री की आपूर्ति की।

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण स्तर

— Low-quality level. Used for general standards.

खेल का स्तर निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण था।

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण विकल्प

— Low-quality alternative. Used in decision making.

यह एक निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण विकल्प है।

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण उत्पादन प्रक्रिया

— Low-quality production process. Used in industry.

उनकी उत्पादन प्रक्रिया निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण है।

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण ग्राफिक्स

— Low-quality graphics. Used in tech/gaming.

गेम के ग्राफिक्स निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण हैं।

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण लेखन शैली

— Low-quality writing style. Used in literature.

लेखक की निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण लेखन शैली ने निराश किया।

Frequentemente confundido com

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण vs नीचे (Nīche)

Nīche means 'below' or 'down' (spatial). Nimn means 'low' (degree/standard).

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण vs घटिया (Ghatiyā)

Ghatiyā is informal and emotional. Nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ is formal and objective.

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण vs कमज़ोर (Kamzor)

Kamzor means 'weak'. A low-quality item might be weak, but they aren't exact synonyms.

Expressões idiomáticas

"नाम बड़े और दर्शन छोटे"

— Great name, but low reality. Used when a famous brand is low-quality.

उस महँगे रेस्तरां का खाना 'नाम बड़े और दर्शन छोटे' जैसा है, बिल्कुल निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण।

Colloquial
"ऊँची दुकान फीका पकवान"

— High-end shop, tasteless food. Similar to the above.

यह ब्रांड तो 'ऊँची दुकान फीका पकवान' है, इसके उत्पाद निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण हैं।

Colloquial
"सस्ता रोए बार-बार, महँगा रोए एक बार"

— Cheap things make you cry repeatedly (due to low quality).

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण जूते मत लो, याद रहे: सस्ता रोए बार-बार।

Proverb
"मिट्टी के मोल"

— As cheap as dirt. Often implies low quality.

यह निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण सामान मिट्टी के मोल मिल रहा है।

Idiomatic
"कौड़ियों के भाव"

— For the price of shells (extremely cheap).

बाज़ार में निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण खिलौने कौड़ियों के भाव बिक रहे हैं।

Idiomatic
"हाथ कंगन को आरसी क्या"

— The truth is obvious. Used when low quality is visible.

यह निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण निर्माण साफ़ दिख रहा है, हाथ कंगन को आरसी क्या।

Proverb
"दूध का दूध, पानी का पानी"

— To separate truth from lies. Used in quality testing.

जांच के बाद निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण सामग्री का सच सामने आ जाएगा, दूध का दूध पानी का पानी हो जाएगा।

Idiomatic
"अधजल गगरी छलकत जाए"

— A half-filled pot splashes more. Used for people with low-quality knowledge who brag.

उसका निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण ज्ञान 'अधजल गगरी छलकत जाए' जैसा है।

Proverb
"खोदा पहाड़ निकली चुहिया"

— Dug a mountain, found a mouse. Used for big promises that turn out to be low-quality.

नया फोन 'खोदा पहाड़ निकली चुहिया' निकला, एकदम निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण।

Idiomatic
"अपनी गली में कुत्ता भी शेर होता है"

— A dog is a lion in its own lane. Used for local low-quality products that only sell in small areas.

यह निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण ब्रांड बस यहाँ चलता है, अपनी गली में कुत्ता भी शेर होता है।

Proverb

Fácil de confundir

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण vs अमानक (Amānak)

Both imply something is not good enough.

Amānak specifically means 'not meeting the legal/official standard', while Nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ is a general assessment of low quality.

The medicine was Amānak (illegal standard), and the packaging was Nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ (poor quality).

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण vs निकृष्ट (Nikṛṣṭ)

Both are formal Sanskrit words for 'low'.

Nikṛṣṭ is stronger and often implies 'vile' or 'the absolute worst', used more in literature or ethics.

He was criticized for his Nikṛṣṭ behavior, but his report was just Nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ.

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण vs सस्ता (Sastā)

Many people associate cheapness with low quality.

Sastā refers only to the price. Something can be cheap but high quality, or expensive but low quality.

This Sastā (cheap) pen is actually good, not Nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ.

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण vs बेकार (Bekār)

Both mean something is not useful/good.

Bekār usually means 'useless' or 'out of work'. Nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ means 'poorly made'.

My Bekār brother bought a Nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ car.

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण vs दोषपूर्ण (Doṣpūrṇ)

Both describe bad things.

Doṣpūrṇ means 'defective' or 'faulty'. Something might be high quality but have one defect.

The design was good, but this specific unit is Doṣpūrṇ.

Padrões de frases

A1

यह [Noun] निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण है।

यह खिलौना निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण है।

A2

मैंने एक निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण [Noun] खरीदा।

मैंने एक निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण घड़ी खरीदी।

B1

[Noun] निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण होने के कारण [Result] है।

खाना निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण होने के कारण वह बीमार हो गया।

B1

हमें निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण [Noun] से बचना चाहिए।

हमें निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण उत्पादों से बचना चाहिए।

B2

रिपोर्ट में [Noun] को निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण बताया गया है।

रिपोर्ट में निर्माण को निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण बताया गया है।

B2

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण [Noun] का उपयोग [Verb] है।

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण सामग्री का उपयोग प्रतिबंधित है।

C1

यद्यपि [Noun] सस्ता है, पर यह निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण है।

यद्यपि यह फोन सस्ता है, पर यह निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण है।

C2

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण [Abstract Noun] समाज के लिए [Negative Outcome] है।

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण बौद्धिक विमर्श समाज के लिए हानिकारक है।

Família de palavras

Substantivos

Adjetivos

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frequency

Common in formal media, business, and government documents; rare in casual speech.

Erros comuns
  • Using 'nīche' instead of 'nimn'. निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण

    'Nīche' is for physical location, 'Nimn' is for levels or standards.

  • Saying 'nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇī' for feminine nouns. निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण

    Adjectives ending in '-pūrṇ' do not change their ending for gender.

  • Using it to describe a person's character. नीच व्यक्ति (Neech vyakti)

    'Nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ' is for objects/services, not human personality.

  • Pronouncing it as 'Nimn-gunvatta-pooran'. Nimn-guṇavattā-pūrṇ

    The final 'n' is a retroflex stop, not a full syllable 'ran'.

  • Using it in a very casual chat with friends. घटिया (Ghatiyā)

    It sounds too formal and stiff for casual conversation.

Dicas

Formal Feedback

Use this word when giving professional feedback to avoid sounding personally insulting while being very clear about the standard of work.

Opposite Mastery

Always learn 'Uchcha-guṇavattāpūrṇ' alongside this word to have the full range for quality assessment.

Spelling Check

Pay attention to the double 't' (त्त) in 'Guṇavattā'. It is a common spelling mistake even for native speakers.

Articulation

Practice saying the word in three parts: Nimn - Gunvatta - Purn. Then join them together smoothly.

News Reading

Look for this word in the 'Business' or 'Consumer' sections of Hindi newspapers like Dainik Jagran.

Invariance

Since it doesn't change form, you can safely use it with any noun without worrying about grammar rules.

CEFR B1/B2

This is a high-scoring word for Hindi proficiency exams. Using it correctly shows you understand formal registers.

Avoid Slang

Don't use 'ghatiyā' in an essay; use 'nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ' to keep the tone academic.

Sanskrit Roots

Knowing that 'Nimn' means low helps you understand other words like 'Nimnlikhit' (Written below).

Suffix Recognition

The '-pūrṇ' suffix is very common in Hindi. Recognizing it helps you identify adjectives quickly.

Memorize

Mnemônico

Think of 'Nimn' as 'Minimum' (both start with Nim/Min and mean low) and 'Gun' as 'Goodness'. So 'Minimum Goodness' = 'Nimn-guṇavattā'.

Associação visual

Imagine a red 'F' grade on a paper or a broken cheap toy with a 'Low Quality' stamp on it.

Word Web

Nimn Gun Vatta Purn Low Quality Standard Inferior

Desafio

Try to find three items in your room that are 'nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ' and say it out loud in a full Hindi sentence.

Origem da palavra

The word is a Sanskrit-derived (Tatsama) compound. 'Nimn' comes from the Sanskrit root meaning deep or low. 'Guṇavattā' is 'Guṇ' (attribute) + 'vattā' (a suffix denoting state). 'Pūrṇ' is the Sanskrit word for full.

Significado original: Literally: Filled with low attributes.

Indo-Aryan (Sanskrit)

Contexto cultural

Calling a person's work 'nimn-guṇavattāpūrṇ' is professional but very critical. Use it only when an objective critique is necessary.

Equivalent to terms like 'substandard', 'inferior', or 'low-grade'.

Government of India's 'Consumer Protection Act' documents. ISI (Indian Standards Institute) awareness campaigns. Hindi news reports on infrastructure failures.

Pratique na vida real

Contextos reais

Shopping / E-commerce

  • निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण उत्पाद
  • पैसे की बर्बादी
  • वापस करना
  • खराब रिव्यु

Construction / Engineering

  • निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण लोहा
  • कमज़ोर ढांचा
  • सुरक्षा मानक
  • जांच रिपोर्ट

Education

  • निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण शिक्षण
  • पाठ्यक्रम का स्तर
  • छात्रों का भविष्य
  • सुधार की आवश्यकता

Business Meetings

  • निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण आउटपुट
  • प्रदर्शन में कमी
  • ग्राहकों की शिकायतें
  • गुणवत्ता में सुधार

News Reporting

  • निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण रसद
  • घोटाले का आरोप
  • जनता का गुस्सा
  • आधिकारिक बयान

Iniciadores de conversa

"क्या आपको लगता है कि आजकल के फोन निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण होते जा रहे हैं?"

"इस रेस्टोरेंट का खाना आपको निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण नहीं लगा?"

"निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण शिक्षा को कैसे सुधारा जा सकता है?"

"क्या आपने कभी कोई निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण सामान ऑनलाइन खरीदा है?"

"बाज़ार में निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण वस्तुओं को कैसे रोका जाए?"

Temas para diário

एक अनुभव के बारे में लिखें जब आपने कोई निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण सेवा प्राप्त की हो।

निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण उत्पादों के पर्यावरण पर पड़ने वाले प्रभावों पर चर्चा करें।

क्या सस्ता सामान हमेशा निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण होता है? अपने विचार लिखें।

अपने कार्यस्थल पर निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण काम को रोकने के लिए आप क्या कदम उठाएंगे?

एक काल्पनिक समाचार रिपोर्ट लिखें जिसमें किसी पुल के गिरने का कारण निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण सामग्री बताया गया हो।

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No, it is strictly for things, services, or abstract concepts like education or work. To describe a person's character, you would use words like 'neecha' or 'charitraheen'.

Yes, 'निम्न गुणवत्ता' (Low quality) is a noun phrase, while 'निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण' (Low-quality) is an adjective. Example: 'इसकी गुणवत्ता निम्न है' (Its quality is low) vs 'यह निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण उत्पाद है' (This is a low-quality product).

In casual speech, people say 'ghatiyā' or 'kharāb'. In semi-formal speech, you can say 'low quality vālā'.

No, it is an invariant adjective. It remains 'निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण' for masculine, feminine, singular, and plural nouns.

The most direct opposite is 'उच्च-गुणवत्तापूर्ण' (Uchcha-guṇavattāpūrṇ), meaning high-quality.

You will see it in news headlines, consumer court documents, and technical product reviews.

In formal writing, yes. It helps readers understand that 'Nimn' and 'Guṇavattāpūrṇ' are part of a single descriptor.

Yes, 'निम्न' is a common formal word for 'low' or 'following' (e.g., 'nimnlikhit' - the following).

No, 'गुणवत्तापूर्ण' (quality-rich) is positive. It's the 'निम्न' (low) part that makes it negative.

Yes, but only in a formal context like a review or a health report. In a restaurant, just say 'khānā achchha nahi hai'.

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Write a sentence describing a bad phone using the word.

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Write a formal complaint about a low-quality service.

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Compare two products using the word.

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Use the word to describe a movie plot.

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Describe the impact of low-quality education.

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Write a headline for a news report about a bridge collapse.

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Translate: 'We don't buy low-quality items.'

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Explain why a certain brand is failing.

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Write a sentence using 'निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण डेटा'.

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Describe a cheap toy.

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Write a sentence with the opposite of the word.

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Use the word in a sentence about a translation.

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Describe a bad road.

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Write a sentence about industrial production.

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Translate: 'Low-quality air'.

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Use the word to describe a book's paper.

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Describe a bad internet connection.

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Write a sentence about a competitor's strategy.

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Use the word in a sentence about healthcare.

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Describe a poorly written essay.

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Say 'This is a low-quality product' in Hindi.

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Say 'I don't like low-quality food' in Hindi.

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Say 'The service was low-quality' in Hindi.

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Say 'Low-quality education is a problem' in Hindi.

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Say 'Is this low-quality?' in Hindi.

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Say 'Don't buy low-quality shoes' in Hindi.

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Say 'The report mentions low-quality construction' in Hindi.

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Say 'Low-quality data gives wrong results' in Hindi.

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Say 'We need to improve low-quality work' in Hindi.

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Say 'This is a low-quality translation' in Hindi.

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Say 'Low-quality air affects health' in Hindi.

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Say 'The company uses low-quality material' in Hindi.

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Say 'I received a low-quality service' in Hindi.

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Say 'Cheap things are often low-quality' in Hindi.

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Say 'The road is low-quality' in Hindi.

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Say 'Low-quality graphics in the game' in Hindi.

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Say 'The story was low-quality' in Hindi.

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Say 'Low-quality paper tears easily' in Hindi.

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Say 'We reject low-quality goods' in Hindi.

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Say 'Low-quality governance' in Hindi.

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Listen and identify the word: 'यह उत्पाद निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण है।'

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Translate the sentence you hear: 'हमें निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण शिक्षा नहीं चाहिए।'

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Which noun is modified? 'निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण दवाओं का सेवन मत करो।'

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Is the tone formal or informal? 'सामग्री निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण पाई गई है।'

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Translate the phrase: 'निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण सेवा की शिकायत।'

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What is the reason for the flop? 'फिल्म अपनी निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण कहानी के कारण फ्लॉप रही।'

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What kind of data is mentioned? 'निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण डेटा का उपयोग जोखिम भरा है।'

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Is the speaker happy? 'यह एक निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण अनुभव था।'

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Translate: 'निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण निर्माण के खिलाफ जांच।'

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Identify the opposite word used: 'हमें उच्च-गुणवत्तापूर्ण चाहिए, निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण नहीं।'

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What is being sold? 'बाज़ार में निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण दूध बिक रहा है।'

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Translate: 'निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण कोडिंग की समस्या।'

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What is the warning about? 'निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण तेल स्वास्थ्य के लिए हानिकारक है।'

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Translate: 'निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण जीवन स्तर।'

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Identify the adjective: 'यह निम्न-गुणवत्तापूर्ण कागज़ है।'

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