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- A formal Hindi term for a sea journey or maritime travel.
- Composed of 'Samudrī' (oceanic) and 'Yātrā' (journey).
- Grammatically feminine, requiring feminine adjectives and verbs.
- Used in contexts ranging from luxury cruises to historical exploration.
The term समुद्री यात्रा (Samudrī Yātrā) is a compound noun in Hindi that translates literally to 'oceanic journey' or 'sea travel.' In Hindi, 'Samudra' (समुद्र) refers to the sea or ocean, and 'Yatra' (यात्रा) refers to a journey, trip, or travel. When combined, they describe any form of transit across a body of salt water. This term evokes images of vast horizons, historical explorations, and modern leisure cruises. While a simple commute on a ferry might technically qualify, the term 'Yatra' often implies a more significant undertaking—something lasting days or weeks, or a journey that holds personal or historical importance. In contemporary Hindi, you will hear this word in travel vlogs, news reports about international shipping, and historical documentaries discussing how ancient Indians traded with Southeast Asia and Rome. It is a formal yet widely understood term that carries a sense of adventure and gravity.
- Literal Meaning
- Sea Journey (Samudra = Sea, Yatra = Journey).
- Usage Context
- Used in formal writing, literature, and news to describe maritime travel.
Historically, for many Indian communities, a samudrī yātrā was once considered a taboo (the 'Kala Pani' belief), where crossing the ocean meant losing one's caste. However, in modern Hindi, that connotation is entirely gone, and it is now associated with luxury, global trade, and tourism. When someone says they are going on a 'samudrī yātrā,' they are usually referring to a cruise or a long voyage on a ship. It differs from a simple 'naav ki sair' (a boat ride), which is usually local and for short duration.
वास्को डी गामा ने भारत की खोज के लिए एक लंबी समुद्री यात्रा की। (Vasco da Gama undertook a long sea journey to discover India.)
In a metaphorical sense, writers might use 'samudrī yātrā' to describe the journey of life, comparing the unpredictability of the ocean to the ups and downs of human existence. The word carries a certain 'shuddh' (pure) Hindi flavor, though in casual conversation, many might simply use the English word 'cruise' or 'ship journey.' However, for anyone reading Hindi literature or watching high-quality news, mastering this term is essential for understanding discussions about geography, history, and international relations.
आजकल लोग छुट्टियों में समुद्री यात्रा का आनंद लेना पसंद करते हैं। (Nowadays, people like to enjoy sea journeys during vacations.)
- Cultural Nuance
- In ancient times, Indian merchants used the monsoon winds for their sea journeys to trade spices.
Using समुद्री यात्रा correctly requires an understanding of Hindi noun-adjective agreement. Since 'Yatra' is feminine, you must use feminine verbs and adjectives. For example, you would say 'Meri yatra achhi thi' (My journey was good) instead of 'achha tha.' When you add the adjective 'Samudrī' (oceanic), it modifies the type of journey. This section explores various grammatical contexts where this term appears, ranging from simple travel plans to complex historical descriptions.
- Subject of a Sentence
- समुद्री यात्रा बहुत रोमांचक होती है। (Sea travel is very exciting.)
- Object of a Verb
- हमने पिछले साल एक समुद्री यात्रा की। (We went on a sea journey last year.)
When discussing the duration or difficulty of the trip, use words like 'lambi' (long), 'kathin' (difficult), or 'yaadgaar' (memorable). In Hindi, the preposition 'par' (on) is often used with yatra. For example, 'Vah samudrī yātrā par gaya hai' (He has gone on a sea journey). This follows the same pattern as 'shikaar par jaana' (to go on a hunt) or 'kaam par jaana' (to go to work).
तूफान के कारण हमारी समुद्री यात्रा बीच में ही रुक गई। (Our sea journey stopped midway due to the storm.)
You can also use the term in a possessive sense. 'Samudrī yātrā ke niyam' (Rules of sea travel) or 'Samudrī yātrā ki taiyari' (Preparation for a sea journey). Notice how 'ke' and 'ki' change based on the gender of the following word, but 'yatra' itself always triggers feminine markers in the words that describe it directly.
क्या आपने कभी कोई समुद्री यात्रा की है? (Have you ever done any sea journey?)
In business or logistics, you might see this word used more clinically. A shipping company might talk about 'samudrī yātrā ka samay' (the time of maritime transit). Even in these formal settings, the word retains its structure. It is also common in educational textbooks when teaching children about the geography of the world and the history of how continents were connected before the invention of airplanes.
उसकी समुद्री यात्रा तीन महीने तक चली। (His sea journey lasted for three months.)
While 'Samudrī Yātrā' is a standard term, its frequency varies depending on the setting. You are most likely to encounter it in four primary areas: Literature, News/Media, Travel Industry, and Educational settings. In modern everyday conversation in cities like Delhi or Mumbai, a person might say 'Main ship se ja raha hoon' (I am going by ship), but 'Samudrī Yātrā' remains the dignified, correct way to express the concept in formal speech or writing.
- In Literature
- Classic adventure novels like 'Sindbad the Sailor' or Hindi translations of Jules Verne's 'Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea' use this term extensively.
- In News
- Reports about the Indian Navy, maritime trade routes (like the Suez Canal), or environmental issues in the ocean often feature this phrase.
The travel and tourism industry in India uses this term to sell luxury cruises. If you look at a brochure for a trip to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands or a cruise from Mumbai to Goa, the heading will often be 'Ek Yaadgaar Samudrī Yātrā' (A Memorable Sea Journey). It sounds more poetic and inviting than just 'boat ticket.' It appeals to the sense of nostalgia and the grand tradition of sea exploration.
आकाशवाणी पर आज समुद्री यात्रा के इतिहास पर एक विशेष कार्यक्रम है। (There is a special program on the history of sea journeys on All India Radio today.)
In schools, students learn about 'Prachin Bharat ki Samudrī Yātrā' (Sea journeys of ancient India). This covers how Indian culture, religion (Buddhism and Hinduism), and spices spread to countries like Indonesia, Thailand, and Cambodia. Therefore, for a student or an academic, this word is a staple of their vocabulary. It connects the listener to the physical reality of the ocean and the human effort required to cross it.
फिल्मों में अक्सर समुद्री यात्रा को बहुत खतरनाक दिखाया जाता है। (In movies, sea journeys are often shown as very dangerous.)
Finally, you will hear it in the context of environmentalism. Marine biologists and explorers like Jacques Cousteau (in Hindi dubs) would talk about their 'samudrī yātraen' to discover the secrets of the deep. This adds a layer of scientific inquiry to the word, moving it beyond just travel and into the realm of discovery and research.
Learning 'Samudrī Yātrā' involves avoiding a few common pitfalls that English speakers and even native beginners often encounter. The most frequent mistake is related to grammatical gender. Many learners assume that because 'Samudra' (the sea) is masculine, the whole phrase should be masculine. However, in Hindi compound nouns, the gender of the final word determines the gender of the entire phrase. Since 'Yatra' is feminine, 'Samudrī Yātrā' is feminine.
- Mistake 1: Gender Mismatch
- Saying 'Samudrī yātrā achha tha' (Wrong) instead of 'Samudrī yātrā achhi thi' (Right).
- Mistake 2: Confusing with 'Safar'
- While 'Safar' also means journey, it is masculine. 'Samudrī safar' is a valid phrase, but it changes all the surrounding grammar to masculine.
Another mistake is using 'Samudra' as a noun instead of 'Samudrī' as an adjective. A learner might say 'Samudra Yatra.' While this is understandable, it sounds like 'Sea Journey' in a very blunt, ungrammatical way. Adding the 'ī' (ई) suffix to 'Samudra' turns it into an adjective meaning 'oceanic' or 'marine,' which is the correct way to qualify the type of journey.
गलत: मेरा समुद्री यात्रा लंबा था। (Wrong: My sea journey was long - masculine markers used.)
Contextual misuse is also common. Do not use 'samudrī yātrā' for a 10-minute ferry ride across a river. That would be a 'naav ki sair' (boat ride) or 'nadi paar karna' (crossing a river). 'Samudrī yātrā' implies the scale of the ocean. Using it for a small pond or river sounds hyperbolic or humorous. Furthermore, avoid using it for air travel or land travel; 'yatra' is general, but 'samudrī' specifically locks it to the water.
सही: क्या आप समुद्री यात्रा के लिए तैयार हैं? (Right: Are you ready for the sea journey?)
Lastly, learners often forget the oblique case. When a preposition like 'mein' (in) or 'se' (from) follows 'yatra,' if it were plural, it would change to 'yatraon.' For example, 'Samudrī yātraon mein' (In sea journeys). Keeping track of these small inflectional changes is what separates an A2 learner from a B1 speaker.
Hindi has a rich vocabulary for travel, and depending on the level of formality or the specific nature of the trip, you might choose a different word than 'Samudrī Yātrā.' Understanding these nuances helps you sound more like a native speaker and allows you to describe experiences with greater precision.
- जल-यात्रा (Jal-Yātrā)
- Literally 'Water Journey.' This is a more formal/Sanskritized synonym. It can include journeys on rivers or lakes, not just the sea.
- समुद्री सफर (Samudrī Safar)
- 'Safar' is an Urdu-origin word for journey. It is very common in Bollywood songs and casual speech. Note: 'Safar' is masculine.
- नौकायन (Naukāyan)
- This refers specifically to sailing or navigation. It is often used in the context of sports or technical maritime activities.
If you are talking about a luxury cruise, many Indians will simply use the English word 'Cruise' (क्रूज़). However, if you want to stay within Hindi, 'Samudrī Sair' (oceanic excursion) might be used for a pleasure trip. 'Sair' implies a stroll or a fun outing, whereas 'Yatra' implies a destination and a purpose.
उसने जल-यात्रा के दौरान कई द्वीप देखे। (He saw many islands during his water journey.)
For historical contexts, you might encounter 'Jal-marg' (water-way). For example, 'Vah jal-marg se Bharat aaya' (He came to India via the water-way). This focuses more on the route than the experience of the journey itself. Another related term is 'Pot-yahan' which refers to ships collectively, and 'Jahazi safar' (ship journey), which is very common in colloquial Hindi.
पुराने समय में समुद्री सफर महीनों तक चलता था। (In olden times, sea travel used to last for months.)
When choosing between these, consider your audience. In an exam or a formal essay, 'Samudrī Yātrā' is your best bet. If you are writing a poem or a song, 'Samudrī Safar' might fit the rhythm better. If you are talking to a travel agent about a weekend trip to a nearby island, 'Boat ride' or 'Sair' is more appropriate.
How Formal Is It?
"भारत सरकार समुद्री यात्रा के नए नियमों की घोषणा करेगी।"
"समुद्री यात्रा के लिए बहुत धैर्य चाहिए।"
"यार, समुद्री यात्रा पर चलना है क्या?"
"मछली रानी समुद्री यात्रा पर निकली है।"
"चलो आज समंदर की सैर (yatra) मारते हैं।"
Curiosidade
In ancient Sanskrit literature, 'Samudrayana' was the term for sea-faring. The word 'Yatra' is now also used in India for political marches and religious pilgrimages.
Guia de pronúncia
- Pronouncing 'Samudra' with a hard 'd' (like in 'dog'). It should be dental (tongue touching teeth).
- Shortening the 'ee' in 'Samudrī' to a short 'i'.
- Pronouncing 'Yatra' as 'Yat-ra' with a hard 't'.
- Aspirating the 't' in 'Yatra' like the English 't'. It should be unaspirated.
- Misplacing the stress on the last syllable of 'Yatra'.
Nível de dificuldade
Easy to read as it follows standard phonetic rules.
Requires remembering the 'tra' conjunct and feminine gender.
Dental 'd' and 't' can be tricky for English natives.
Very distinct sounds, easy to pick out in speech.
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Pré-requisitos
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Avançado
Gramática essencial
Feminine Noun Agreement
मेरी (f) यात्रा (f) अच्छी (f) थी (f)।
Adjective Suffix '-ī'
Samudra (noun) + ī = Samudrī (adjective).
Compound Nouns
The gender is determined by the last word 'Yatra'.
Oblique Case Plural
Yatra -> Yatraon (e.g., Yatraon mein).
Postpositions
'Ke liye', 'Ke dauran' require the oblique form if applicable.
Exemplos por nível
यह एक बड़ी समुद्री यात्रा है।
This is a big sea journey.
Uses 'badi' (big) because 'yatra' is feminine.
मुझे समुद्री यात्रा पसंद है।
I like sea travel.
Simple subject-verb-object structure.
क्या यह समुद्री यात्रा है?
Is this a sea journey?
Interrogative sentence.
समुद्र नीला है और यात्रा लंबी है।
The sea is blue and the journey is long.
Adjective agreement for both 'samudra' (m) and 'yatra' (f).
वह समुद्री यात्रा पर है।
He is on a sea journey.
Use of 'par' (on).
मेरी पहली समुद्री यात्रा अच्छी थी।
My first sea journey was good.
Past tense with feminine markers.
हम समुद्री यात्रा करेंगे।
We will go on a sea journey.
Future tense.
जहाज़ समुद्री यात्रा के लिए तैयार है।
The ship is ready for the sea journey.
Use of 'ke liye' (for).
पिछले साल हमने एक लंबी समुद्री यात्रा की।
Last year we did a long sea journey.
Compound verb 'yatra ki' (did a journey).
समुद्री यात्रा में बहुत मज़ा आता है।
There is a lot of fun in a sea journey.
Use of 'mein' (in).
क्या आपने कभी समुद्री यात्रा की है?
Have you ever done a sea journey?
Present perfect tense.
मेरी बहन समुद्री यात्रा से डरती है।
My sister is afraid of sea travel.
Use of 'se' (from/of) with fear.
यह समुद्री यात्रा तीन दिन की है।
This sea journey is of three days.
Possessive 'ki' agreeing with 'yatra'.
हम कल अपनी समुद्री यात्रा शुरू करेंगे।
We will start our sea journey tomorrow.
Possessive 'apni' (our/self) for feminine noun.
समुद्री यात्रा के दौरान हमने डॉल्फिन देखीं।
During the sea journey, we saw dolphins.
Use of 'ke dauran' (during).
क्या समुद्री यात्रा महंगी होती है?
Is sea travel expensive?
General statement/habitual.
समुद्री यात्रा के दौरान मुझे अक्सर समुद्री बीमारी (seasickness) होती है।
During the sea journey, I often get seasick.
Introduction of specific medical context.
अगर मौसम खराब हो, तो समुद्री यात्रा खतरनाक हो सकती है।
If the weather is bad, the sea journey can be dangerous.
Conditional sentence using 'agar... toh'.
मैंने अपनी समुद्री यात्रा के लिए एक बड़ा बैग खरीदा।
I bought a big bag for my sea journey.
Oblique case 'yatra ke liye'.
वह अपनी समुद्री यात्रा के अनुभवों के बारे में लिख रहा है।
He is writing about his sea journey experiences.
Plurality in English, but singular 'yatra' in Hindi.
समुद्री यात्रा करने से दुनिया को देखने का नज़रिया बदल जाता है।
Doing a sea journey changes the perspective of seeing the world.
Gerund-like use of 'yatra karne se'.
हमें अपनी समुद्री यात्रा के लिए टिकट पहले ही बुक कर लेने चाहिए।
We should book tickets for our sea journey in advance.
Use of 'chahiye' (should).
यह समुद्री यात्रा मेरे जीवन की सबसे यादगार घटना थी।
This sea journey was the most memorable event of my life.
Superlative sense.
क्या आप समुद्री यात्रा के बजाय हवाई यात्रा पसंद करते हैं?
Do you prefer sea travel instead of air travel?
Use of 'ke bajaye' (instead of).
प्राचीन काल में समुद्री यात्रा केवल साहसी लोग ही करते थे।
In ancient times, only brave people used to undertake sea journeys.
Historical past habitual.
समुद्री यात्रा के माध्यम से ही विभिन्न संस्कृतियों का आदान-प्रदान हुआ।
It was through sea journeys that the exchange of different cultures happened.
Use of 'ke madhyam se' (through the medium of).
आधुनिक तकनीक ने समुद्री यात्रा को बहुत सुरक्षित बना दिया है।
Modern technology has made sea travel very safe.
Present perfect with 'bana diya hai'.
कोलंबस की समुद्री यात्रा ने इतिहास की धारा बदल दी।
Columbus's sea journey changed the course of history.
Possessive 'ki' with a proper noun.
समुद्री यात्रा के दौरान अनुशासन बनाए रखना अनिवार्य है।
It is mandatory to maintain discipline during a sea journey.
Formal vocabulary like 'anivarya' (mandatory).
कई लोग समुद्री यात्रा को एक आध्यात्मिक अनुभव मानते हैं।
Many people consider a sea journey to be a spiritual experience.
Abstract concept association.
समुद्री यात्रा की सफलता मौसम और कप्तान के कौशल पर निर्भर करती है।
The success of a sea journey depends on the weather and the captain's skill.
Complex subject with 'par nirbhar karti hai'.
पर्यावरणविद् समुद्री यात्रा के प्रदूषणकारी प्रभावों पर चर्चा कर रहे हैं।
Environmentalists are discussing the polluting effects of sea travel.
Contemporary issue context.
समुद्री यात्रा का साहित्य में एक विशिष्ट स्थान है, जो अक्सर खोज और आत्म-साक्षात्कार का प्रतीक होता है।
Sea travel has a distinct place in literature, often symbolizing discovery and self-realization.
Complex relative clause structure.
हिंद महासागर में की गई समुद्री यात्राओं ने भारत के व्यापारिक संबंधों को सुदृढ़ किया।
Sea journeys undertaken in the Indian Ocean strengthened India's trade relations.
Passive-style participial phrase 'ki gayi'.
समुद्री यात्रा की अनिश्चितता ही उसे रोमांचक और चुनौतीपूर्ण बनाती है।
The very uncertainty of a sea journey makes it exciting and challenging.
Abstract noun 'anishchit-ta' (uncertainty).
लेखक ने अपनी पुस्तक में एक काल्पनिक समुद्री यात्रा का विस्तृत वर्णन किया है।
The author has given a detailed description of an imaginary sea journey in his book.
Formal verb 'varnan kiya hai' (described).
समुद्री यात्रा के दौरान आने वाली बाधाओं को पार करना ही असली साहस है।
Overcoming the obstacles that come during a sea journey is true courage.
Nominalized phrase as subject.
वैज्ञानिक अनुसंधान के लिए की जाने वाली समुद्री यात्राएं अत्यंत महत्वपूर्ण होती हैं।
Sea journeys undertaken for scientific research are extremely important.
Adjective phrase 'ki jaane vaali'.
तटीय समुदायों का जीवन पूरी तरह से समुद्री यात्रा और मछली पकड़ने पर आधारित है।
The life of coastal communities is entirely based on sea travel and fishing.
Sociological context.
समुद्री यात्रा के वैश्वीकरण पर पड़ने वाले प्रभावों का विश्लेषण करना आवश्यक है।
It is necessary to analyze the effects of sea travel on globalization.
Highly formal academic structure.
मानव सभ्यता के विकास में समुद्री यात्रा की अपरिहार्यता को नकारा नहीं जा सकता।
The indispensability of sea travel in the development of human civilization cannot be denied.
Use of high-level Sanskritized Hindi 'apariharyata' (indispensability).
दार्शनिक दृष्टिकोण से, जीवन स्वयं एक अनंत समुद्री यात्रा के समान है जिसमें हम सभी नाविक हैं।
From a philosophical perspective, life itself is like an infinite sea journey in which we are all sailors.
Deeply metaphorical and complex sentence.
समुद्री यात्रा के अंतरराष्ट्रीय कानूनों की जटिलता अक्सर विवादों का कारण बनती है।
The complexity of international laws regarding sea travel often causes disputes.
Legal/Technical register.
प्राचीन ग्रंथों में समुद्री यात्रा के निषेध की कथाएं तत्कालीन सामाजिक मान्यताओं को दर्शाती हैं।
Tales of the prohibition of sea travel in ancient texts reflect the social beliefs of that time.
Historical/Sociological analysis.
समुद्री यात्रा के पारिस्थितिक पदचिह्न (ecological footprint) को कम करना वर्तमान समय की मांग है।
Reducing the ecological footprint of sea travel is the need of the hour.
Modern environmental terminology.
उनकी समुद्री यात्रा केवल भौगोलिक नहीं, बल्कि एक आंतरिक अन्वेषण भी थी।
His sea journey was not just geographical, but also an internal exploration.
Contrastive structure 'keval... balki'.
समुद्री यात्रा के दौरान एकांत का अनुभव व्यक्ति को आत्म-चिंतन के लिए प्रेरित करता है।
The experience of solitude during a sea journey inspires a person toward self-reflection.
Psychological/Philosophical register.
आर्कटिक क्षेत्र में समुद्री यात्रा के नए मार्गों के खुलने से भू-राजनीतिक समीकरण बदल रहे हैं।
The opening of new sea travel routes in the Arctic region is changing geopolitical equations.
Geopolitical/News register.
Colocações comuns
Frases Comuns
— Safety of sea travel.
समुद्री यात्रा की सुरक्षा के लिए लाइफ जैकेट जरूरी है।
Frequentemente confundido com
This is a river journey. 'Samudrī' specifically means sea/ocean.
This is a short boat ride for fun, not a long 'yatra'.
This means 'sea coast' or 'beach', not the journey itself.
Expressões idiomáticas
— To overcome a huge obstacle.
इस परीक्षा को पास करना मेरे लिए समुद्र पार करने जैसा है।
Metaphorical— To leave someone in the middle of a crisis (literally middle of the sea).
उसने मुझे मुसीबत के समय मझधार में छोड़ दिया।
Common— Very far away, across the seven seas.
वह सात समुद्र पार नौकरी करने गया है।
Folk/Common— To struggle against difficulties.
जीवन में आगे बढ़ने के लिए लहरों से लड़ना पड़ता है।
Poetic— To reach a safe conclusion or goal.
मेहनत के बाद आखिरकार मेरी नैया किनारे लग गई।
Common— A drowning man catches at a straw (related to sea/water).
मुसीबत में छोटी सी मदद भी डूबते को तिनके का सहारा होती है।
Proverb— To go deep into a subject or risk.
सच जानने के लिए गहरे पानी में पैठना होगा।
Literary— To be ruined (like a journey failed by water).
मेरी सारी मेहनत पर पानी फिर गया।
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Both mean journey.
'Safar' is masculine and Urdu-origin; 'Yatra' is feminine and Sanskrit-origin.
मेरा सफर (My journey) vs मेरी यात्रा (My journey).
Means wandering or touring.
'Bhraman' is more about roaming around; 'Yatra' is about going from point A to B.
देश का भ्रमण (Touring the country).
Means tourism.
'Paryatan' is the industry or the act of being a tourist; 'Yatra' is the specific trip.
भारत में पर्यटन (Tourism in India).
Means travel or stay abroad.
'Pravas' often implies staying in a different place for a while.
विदेश प्रवास (Stay abroad).
Means arrival.
It is the end of a yatra.
अतिथियों का आगमन (Arrival of guests).
Padrões de frases
यह [Adj] समुद्री यात्रा है।
यह अच्छी समुद्री यात्रा है।
मैंने [Time] समुद्री यात्रा की।
मैंने कल समुद्री यात्रा की।
समुद्री यात्रा के दौरान [Event] हुआ।
समुद्री यात्रा के दौरान बारिश हुई।
मुझे समुद्री यात्रा [Verb] पसंद है।
मुझे समुद्री यात्रा करना पसंद है।
अगर [Condition], तो समुद्री यात्रा [Result] होगी।
अगर हवा चली, तो समुद्री यात्रा तेज़ होगी।
[Noun] की समुद्री यात्रा ने [Impact] किया।
कोलंबस की समुद्री यात्रा ने दुनिया को जोड़ा।
समुद्री यात्रा का [Abstract Noun] महत्वपूर्ण है।
समुद्री यात्रा का इतिहास महत्वपूर्ण है।
समुद्री यात्रा के [Technical Term] का विश्लेषण।
समुद्री यात्रा के पारिस्थितिक प्रभाव का विश्लेषण।
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Common in travel, news, and history; less common in daily urban household chores.
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Samudrī Yātrā lamba tha.
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Samudrī Yātrā lambi thi.
Yatra is feminine, so adjectives and verbs must be feminine.
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Samudra Yatra
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Samudrī Yātrā
You need the adjective form 'Samudrī' (oceanic) to describe the noun 'Yatra'.
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Main Samudrī Yātrā mein gaya.
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Main Samudrī Yātrā par gaya.
In Hindi, we usually go 'on' (par) a journey, not 'in' (mein) it.
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Samudrī Yātraye
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Samudrī Yātraen
The correct plural ending for feminine words ending in 'a' is 'en' with a nasal sound.
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Using it for a short boat ride.
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Naav ki sair
Samudrī Yātrā implies a significant voyage across a sea or ocean.
Dicas
Gender Check
Always pair 'Samudrī Yātrā' with 'ki' (e.g., Bharat ki samudrī yātrā). Using 'ka' is a common beginner mistake.
Root Words
Learning 'Yatra' opens up many words: Bus Yatra, Train Yatra, Antariksh Yatra (Space travel).
Historical Context
Mentioning 'Samudrī Yātrā' in a history essay about India's trade with Rome will impress examiners.
Soft 'T'
The 'tr' in Yatra is a single sound. Don't split it into 'T' and 'R' like in the English word 'Tree'.
Context Matters
Use 'Samudrī Yātrā' for voyages and 'Cruise' for luxury vacations to sound modern.
Conjuncts
Practice writing 'त्र'. It is a common character in Hindi (Mantra, Yantra, Tantra).
Suffixes
The '-ī' in Samudrī is an adjective marker. Notice it in other words like 'Pahari' (mountainous) or 'Shahari' (urban).
Natural Flow
Say 'Samudrī-yātrā' almost as one word without a long pause to sound more native.
Poetic Alternative
In poetry, use 'Lahron ka safar' (journey of waves) for a more evocative feel.
Flashcards
Put a picture of a ship on one side and 'समुद्री यात्रा' on the other.
Memorize
Mnemônico
Think of 'Sam' (like Uncle Sam) and 'Mud' (dirt). Imagine Uncle Sam stuck in the 'Mud' at the 'Sea' (Samudra) during his 'Yatra' (Trip).
Associação visual
Visualize a massive blue 'S' (for Samudra) made of ocean waves, and a walking stick (Yatra) crossing over it.
Word Web
Desafio
Try to write three sentences about a famous explorer using the word 'समुद्री यात्रा'.
Origem da palavra
Derived from Sanskrit. 'Samudra' (समुद्र) comes from 'sam' (together) + 'udra' (water), meaning a gathering of waters. 'Yatra' (यात्रा) comes from the Sanskrit root 'ya' (to go).
Significado original: A movement or procession towards the great gathering of waters.
Indo-Aryan / Sanskrit.Contexto cultural
No specific sensitivities, but be mindful of historical contexts like indentured labor when discussing sea journeys in a colonial context.
English speakers might find 'Samudrī Yātrā' more formal than 'sea trip.' It is closer in weight to 'maritime voyage.'
Pratique na vida real
Contextos reais
Tourism
- क्रूज़ की टिकट
- समुद्र का नज़ारा
- डेक पर घूमना
- सनसेट देखना
History
- खोजकर्ता
- व्यापार मार्ग
- पुराने जहाज़
- मसालों का व्यापार
Weather
- समुद्री तूफ़ान
- ऊँची लहरें
- शांत समुद्र
- मौसम की चेतावनी
Logistics
- मालवाहक जहाज़
- कंटेनर
- शिपिंग लाइन
- बंदरगाह शुल्क
Literature
- रोमांचक कहानी
- अज्ञात द्वीप
- समुद्री डाकू
- खज़ाना
Iniciadores de conversa
"क्या आपने कभी कोई समुद्री यात्रा की है?"
"आपकी पसंदीदा समुद्री यात्रा कौन सी थी?"
"समुद्री यात्रा के दौरान आपको सबसे अच्छा क्या लगता है?"
"क्या आपको समुद्री यात्रा से डर लगता है?"
"अगर आपको मौका मिले, तो आप कहाँ की समुद्री यात्रा करना चाहेंगे?"
Temas para diário
अपनी सबसे यादगार समुद्री यात्रा के बारे में लिखें।
समुद्री यात्रा और हवाई यात्रा के बीच अंतर स्पष्ट करें।
कल्पना करें कि आप एक पुराने जहाज़ पर समुद्री यात्रा कर रहे हैं।
समुद्री यात्रा के दौरान आने वाली चुनौतियों का वर्णन करें।
क्या आप अकेले समुद्री यात्रा करना पसंद करेंगे? क्यों या क्यों नहीं?
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasIt is feminine because the headword 'Yatra' is feminine. You should use feminine adjectives like 'lambi' and verbs like 'ki'.
Technically yes, but it sounds a bit formal. For a short ride, 'naav ki sair' is more common.
'Samudrī' specifically refers to the sea, while 'Jal' (water) can refer to any body of water, including rivers and lakes.
You can say 'Mujhe samudrī yātrā ke dauran matli (nausea) hoti hai' or use the term 'Samudrī bimari'.
In Bollywood songs and casual conversation, 'Safar' is very common. In news and textbooks, 'Yatra' is preferred.
Yes, 'Yatra' is the standard word for pilgrimage (e.g., Char Dham Yatra). 'Samudrī Yātrā' would be a pilgrimage via the sea.
The plural is 'Samudrī Yātraen' (समुद्री यात्राएं).
Yes, shipping and logistics companies use it to refer to the transit of goods over water.
Depending on the context, 'Hawai Yatra' (Air travel) or 'Thal Yatra' (Land travel).
Yes, it is derived from Sanskrit and is considered standard, formal Hindi.
Teste-se 200 perguntas
Write a sentence in Hindi about your dream sea journey.
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Describe a ship using the word 'समुद्री यात्रा'.
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Why is 'समुद्री यात्रा' exciting? (In Hindi)
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Translate: 'We saw many islands during our sea journey.'
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Write a short dialogue between two friends planning a cruise.
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Explain the importance of sea travel in history (in Hindi).
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Write a diary entry about a day on a ship.
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Translate: 'The captain is responsible for the sea journey.'
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Write 5 adjectives that can describe 'समुद्री यात्रा'.
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Compare sea travel and air travel in three Hindi sentences.
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Describe the weather during a sea journey.
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Translate: 'I am afraid of long sea journeys.'
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Write a sentence using 'Samudrī Yātrā' in the plural form.
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What items would you pack for a sea journey? (List 3 in Hindi)
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Translate: 'Sea travel has changed over time.'
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Write a formal sentence about maritime trade.
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Translate: 'The sea journey was full of challenges.'
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Write a sentence about a pirate's journey.
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Translate: 'We reached the port after a long sea journey.'
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Why do people like cruises? (In Hindi)
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Pronounce 'समुद्री यात्रा' aloud.
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Say 'I like sea travel' in Hindi.
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Ask 'How was your sea journey?' in Hindi.
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Say 'The journey was long' in Hindi.
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Say 'I am going on a sea journey' in Hindi.
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Describe the sea in one sentence.
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Say 'Be careful during the sea journey' in Hindi.
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Ask 'Is the ship ready?' in Hindi.
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Say 'I saw a dolphin' in Hindi.
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Say 'The weather is good for travel' in Hindi.
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Say 'We reached the port' in Hindi.
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Say 'I want to go on a cruise' in Hindi.
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Say 'Sea travel is exciting' in Hindi.
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Ask 'Where is your ship?' in Hindi.
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Say 'The waves are high' in Hindi.
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Say 'My sister gets seasick' in Hindi.
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Say 'This is my first sea journey' in Hindi.
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Say 'I love the sound of the sea' in Hindi.
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Say 'We started our journey in the morning' in Hindi.
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Say 'The captain is brave' in Hindi.
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Identify the word: 'S-a-m-u-d-r-i Y-a-t-r-a'
Listen and translate: 'Meri yatra achhi thi.'
Listen for the gender: 'Lambi yatra' (F/M?)
Listen and translate: 'Hum jahaz par hain.'
Listen and translate: 'Samudra neela hai.'
Identify the activity: 'Main pani par jahaz se ja raha hoon.'
Listen and translate: 'Kal tufan ayega.'
Listen and translate: 'Yatra kab khatam hogi?'
Listen and translate: 'Mujhe ulti aa rahi hai.'
Listen and identify the destination: 'Hum Mumbai se Goa ja rahe hain.'
Listen and translate: 'Bandergah bahut door hai.'
Listen and translate: 'Kya aapne ticket li?'
Listen and identify the emotion: 'Main bahut khush hoon!'
Listen and translate: 'Lambi yatraen thaka deti hain.'
Listen and translate: 'Samudrī yātrā ke niyam mano.'
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Summary
समुद्री यात्रा (Samudrī Yātrā) is the standard Hindi phrase for sea travel. Remember that 'Yātrā' is feminine, so always say 'Lambi Samudrī Yātrā' (Long sea journey) and not 'Lamba'. Example: 'मेरी समुद्री यात्रा बहुत सुखद रही' (My sea journey was very pleasant).
- A formal Hindi term for a sea journey or maritime travel.
- Composed of 'Samudrī' (oceanic) and 'Yātrā' (journey).
- Grammatically feminine, requiring feminine adjectives and verbs.
- Used in contexts ranging from luxury cruises to historical exploration.
Gender Check
Always pair 'Samudrī Yātrā' with 'ki' (e.g., Bharat ki samudrī yātrā). Using 'ka' is a common beginner mistake.
Root Words
Learning 'Yatra' opens up many words: Bus Yatra, Train Yatra, Antariksh Yatra (Space travel).
Historical Context
Mentioning 'Samudrī Yātrā' in a history essay about India's trade with Rome will impress examiners.
Soft 'T'
The 'tr' in Yatra is a single sound. Don't split it into 'T' and 'R' like in the English word 'Tree'.
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आबोहवा
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आगे की ओर
A2Para a frente; em direção à frente.
आगमन हॉल
B1O saguão de desembarque é a área para passageiros que chegam. O आगमन हॉल costuma ser muito movimentado.
आगमन होना
B1Chegar, atingir um destino (contexto formal). 'A chegada do convidado de honra foi celebrada.'
आगमन कक्ष
B1O saguão de desembarque em um aeroporto ou estação.
आगमन करना
A2Chegar. Usado em contextos formais, como a chegada de um trem ou de um convidado de honra.
आगमन समय
A2Arrival time
आगमन द्वार
B1Arrival gate, the gate where a flight arrives.
आगंतुक
B1A person visiting a place or person, especially socially or as a tourist.
आहार ग्रहण करना
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