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- Means 'while sobbing' or 'whimpering'.
- Used as an adverb to describe how someone acts while sad.
- More specific and rhythmic than just 'crying' (rote hue).
- Common in literature, news, and emotional movie scenes.
The Hindi adverbial phrase सिसकते हुए (sisakte hue) describes an action performed while sobbing or whimpering. It is derived from the verb सिसकना (sisaknā), which refers to the specific sound and physical act of catching one's breath while crying—a sharp, convulsive intake of air often associated with deep sorrow, suppressed grief, or the aftermath of intense weeping. Unlike the general term for crying, रोना (ronā), which can range from a silent tear to a loud wail, सिसकते हुए captures a very specific auditory and visual state of distress. It is the sound of a broken heart trying to find words, or a child trying to calm down after a tantrum. In Hindi literature and cinema, this phrase is a cornerstone for building 'Karun Ras' (the essence of pathos), allowing the audience to feel the fragility of the character's emotional state.
- Grammatical Essence
- This is an imperfective adverbial participle. The suffix '-ते हुए' indicates that the act of sobbing is happening simultaneously with the main action of the sentence, such as speaking, walking, or looking.
- Emotional Nuance
- It suggests a vulnerability that is quieter than a scream but more painful than a simple sigh. It often implies a struggle to maintain composure or the exhaustion that follows a long period of grief.
वह सिसकते हुए अपनी आपबीती सुनाने लगी। (She began to tell her story while sobbing.)
In a social context, using this word signals a high level of empathy. If you describe someone as 'sisakte hue,' you are acknowledging their deep, rhythmic distress. It is frequently used in news reporting to describe victims of tragedies, or in novels to describe a protagonist's lowest point. Phonetically, the word itself mimics the sound of a sob—the 'si-sak' sound reflects the hitch in the breath. Understanding this word is crucial for B1 learners because it moves beyond basic emotions into the realm of descriptive storytelling and nuanced human experience. It helps you distinguish between a child who is just 'crying' (ro raha hai) and a child who is 'sobbing' (sisak raha hai), which requires a different kind of comfort.
Furthermore, the word carries a sense of continuity. It isn't just one sob; it is a repetitive state. When someone speaks सिसकते हुए, their voice is likely trembling, interrupted by those characteristic gasps for air. This is why it is so effective in dramatic writing. It paints a vivid picture of the speaker's physical state without needing long paragraphs of description. In modern Hindi, while 'rote hue' is more common in casual speech, 'सिसकते हुए' adds a layer of sophistication and specific imagery to your vocabulary, marking you as a speaker who understands the subtleties of Hindi expression.
Using सिसकते हुए correctly requires understanding its role as a modifier for the main verb. Because it is an adverbial participle, its form usually remains 'सिसकते हुए' regardless of the gender or number of the subject, although in some dialects or older literature, you might see 'सिसकती हुई' for a feminine subject. However, for modern standard Hindi learners at the B1 level, 'सिसकते हुए' is the most versatile and accepted adverbial form. It usually precedes the main verb to set the scene for the action that follows.
- With Verbs of Speech
- Commonly paired with 'कहना' (to say), 'बोलना' (to speak), or 'बताना' (to tell). Example: 'उसने सिसकते हुए माफ़ी माँगी' (He apologized while sobbing).
- With Verbs of Motion
- Used with 'जाना' (to go) or 'आना' (to come) to show a character's state while moving. Example: 'बच्चा सिसकते हुए कमरे से बाहर निकला' (The child came out of the room sobbing).
वह अपनी माँ की गोद में सिसकते हुए सो गया। (He fell asleep while sobbing in his mother's lap.)
One of the most important aspects of using this phrase is the placement. Placing it immediately before the verb it modifies is the standard practice. For example, in the sentence 'राम सिसकते हुए बैठ गया' (Ram sat down while sobbing), the adverbial phrase provides the 'how' of the action. If you were to say 'राम सिसक रहा था और बैठ गया,' it sounds like two separate actions. 'सिसकते हुए' blends them into a single, poignant image. This is particularly useful in descriptive writing where you want to maintain a flow of action while conveying deep emotion.
Consider the difference between 'रोते हुए' (crying) and 'सिसकते हुए' (sobbing). If a character is 'रोते हुए,' they might be shedding tears silently. If they are 'सिसकते हुए,' the reader hears the sound of their breath hitching. This distinction is vital for writers. When you use 'सिसकते हुए,' you are asking the reader to listen, not just look. It is also used metaphorically in poetry to describe the 'sobbing' of the wind or the 'sobbing' of a violin, adding a layer of personification to inanimate objects. Mastering this phrase allows you to paint much more vivid emotional landscapes in your Hindi compositions.
You will encounter सिसकते हुए in a variety of high-emotion settings. It is a staple of Hindi literature, particularly in the works of Munshi Premchand, where the plight of the poor is often described with such visceral detail. In his stories, characters often speak सिसकते हुए when they are at the end of their tether, facing injustice or extreme poverty. Similarly, in modern Hindi novels and short stories, this phrase is used to build character depth and show vulnerability.
- Bollywood and Cinema
- In dramatic scenes, especially those involving family separations or tragic deaths, actors are often directed to deliver lines 'sisakte hue.' The sound of the sob is a powerful tool for Indian actors to convey 'dukh' (sorrow).
- News and Journalism
- When reporters interview victims of natural disasters or crimes, they often describe the victim's state as 'सिसकते हुए अपनी परेशानी बताई' (explained their trouble while sobbing). It adds a human element to the news report.
टीवी पर बाढ़ पीड़ितों को सिसकते हुए देखकर सबका दिल भर आया। (Seeing the flood victims sobbing on TV, everyone's heart was filled with emotion.)
Beyond formal media, you might hear this in daily life during moments of intense personal sharing. If a friend is recounting a very painful memory, they might stop and start 'sisakna.' In a household setting, a parent might describe a child's tantrum ending with the child 'sisakte हुए' asking for a hug. It is a word that bridges the gap between formal literary expression and the raw reality of human emotion. In religious or spiritual discourses, too, the idea of 'sobbing' before the divine is often described using this term, signifying a soul's deep yearning or repentance.
Finally, you will find this word in Hindi music, specifically in 'Ghazals' or sad songs (Dard-e-dil songs). The lyrics might describe the 'sisakte hue' breath of a lover who has been left behind. It’s a word that evokes a specific rhythm—the rhythm of a breaking heart. For a learner, hearing this word in a song or a movie is a cue that the scene is reaching its emotional climax. It’s not just about the tears; it’s about the struggle to breathe through the pain.
While सिसकते हुए is a powerful phrase, it is often misused by learners who confuse it with other terms for crying. The most common mistake is using it interchangeably with रोते हुए (rote hue). While all 'sisakna' involves 'rona,' not all 'rona' involves 'sisakna.' If someone is just shedding tears quietly without the convulsive intake of breath, 'सिसकते हुए' is technically incorrect. You should use 'रोते हुए' for general crying and reserve 'सिसकते हुए' for that specific, audible whimpering or sobbing.
- Mistake: Confusing with 'Bilakhna'
- 'Bilakhna' (बिलखना) refers to loud, uncontrollable wailing. Using 'sisakte hue' for a loud, noisy cry is a mismatch. 'Sisakna' is usually more suppressed or rhythmic.
- Mistake: Incorrect Participle Form
- Some learners try to say 'सिसककर' (sisak-kar). While grammatically possible (meaning 'having sobbed'), it doesn't convey the simultaneous action that 'सिसकते हुए' does. Use '-te hue' for actions happening during the sobbing.
Incorrect: वह सिसकते हुए ज़ोर-ज़ोर से चिल्लाने लगा। (He started shouting loudly while sobbing.)
Correct: वह बिलखते हुए चिल्लाने लगा। (Shouting usually goes with wailing, not sobbing.)
Another mistake involves gender agreement. As an adverbial participle, 'सिसकते हुए' is generally invariable. However, some learners mistakenly change it to 'सिसकता हुआ' (masculine) or 'सिसकती हुई' (feminine) to match the subject. While this happens in certain contexts (like when the participle functions more as an adjective describing the subject's state), in the majority of adverbial uses (describing the 'how' of the verb), 'सिसकते हुए' is the standard. Stick to the '-te hue' form for adverbial use to avoid sounding unnatural.
Finally, avoid overusing the word. Because it carries such a high emotional weight, using it for minor inconveniences (like losing a pen) can sound melodramatic or sarcastic. Use it for genuine distress, profound sadness, or the physical aftermath of crying. If you use it too lightly, the word loses its poetic and emotional impact. In summary: reserve 'सिसकते हुए' for the 'hiccup-crying' sound and ensure it matches the gravity of the situation you are describing.
Hindi has a rich vocabulary for expressing grief, and knowing the alternatives to सिसकते हुए will help you choose the exact 'flavor' of sadness you want to convey. The most direct alternative is सुबकते हुए (subakte hue). Both mean sobbing/whimpering, but 'subakna' often implies a softer, more muffled sound, like a child trying to hide their crying. 'Sisakna' is slightly more intense and is the preferred choice in literary contexts.
- रोते हुए (Rote hue)
- The general term for 'crying.' Use this when the specific sound or physical hitch of the breath is not important to the description.
- बिलखते हुए (Bilakhte hue)
- This means 'wailing' or 'crying uncontrollably.' It is much louder and more chaotic than 'sisakte hue.' Use this for scenes of intense, public grief.
- कराहते हुए (Karāhte hue)
- This means 'groaning' or 'moaning,' usually from physical pain or extreme mental agony. It describes a low, guttural sound rather than the breathy sob of 'sisakna.'
Comparison: 'वह सिसकते हुए सो गया' (He fell asleep sobbing) vs 'वह रोते हुए सो गया' (He fell asleep crying). The first is more descriptive of the sound.
For more poetic or archaic contexts, you might encounter आहें भरते हुए (āhein bharte hue), which means 'while sighing deeply.' While not the same as sobbing, it is in the same emotional family of expressing sorrow through breath. Another term is आँसू बहाते हुए (ānsū bahāte hue), which literally means 'while shedding tears.' This focuses on the visual aspect of crying rather than the auditory or physical sensation of sobbing. In formal or academic Hindi, you might use क्रंदन करते हुए (krandan karte hue), which is a Sanskritized way of saying 'lamenting' or 'weeping.'
In summary, choose 'सिसकते हुए' when you want to emphasize the rhythmic, gasping nature of the cry. It is the most 'human' and 'vulnerable' among these choices. If the cry is loud and noisy, go for 'bilakhte hue.' If you want to be neutral, 'rote hue' is your best friend. Understanding these distinctions will make your Hindi descriptions much more vivid and emotionally accurate.
How Formal Is It?
Curiosidade
Many Hindi words for crying are onomatopoeic. 'Sisakna' mimics the 'si-si' sound of inhaling, while 'Hichki' (hiccup) mimics the sound of the diaphragm contracting.
Guia de pronúncia
- Pronouncing 'te' as 'tee' (it should be 'ay').
- Pronouncing 'hue' as 'hu' (it must be two syllables: hu-e).
- Over-emphasizing the 'h' in 'hue' (it should be soft).
Nível de dificuldade
Easy to recognize once the '-te hue' pattern is known.
Requires understanding of where to place it in the sentence.
Pronunciation of 'sisakte' needs care to avoid sounding like 'sakte' (can).
Clearly distinguishable in emotional speech.
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Pré-requisitos
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Avançado
Gramática essencial
Imperfective Adverbial Participle
Verb root + -te हुए (e.g., चलते हुए, सिसकते हुए)
Simultaneous Action Marker
Using 'hue' to show two things happening at once.
Invariable Adverbs
How 'sisakte hue' usually doesn't change for gender.
Reduplication for Intensity
सिसकते-सिसकते (sobbing repeatedly/continuously).
Compound Verbs with Participles
सिसकते हुए कह उठना (to suddenly say while sobbing).
Exemplos por nível
बच्चा सिसकते हुए बोला।
The child spoke while sobbing.
Simple subject + adverb + verb.
वह सिसकते हुए अपनी माँ के पास गया।
He went to his mother while sobbing.
Shows movement while sobbing.
लड़की सिसकते हुए रो रही थी।
The girl was crying while sobbing.
Redundant but common in simple speech.
उसने सिसकते हुए पानी माँगा।
He asked for water while sobbing.
Asking for something while in distress.
राम सिसकते हुए बैठ गया।
Ram sat down while sobbing.
Action verb modified by the adverb.
वह सिसकते हुए घर आई।
She came home while sobbing.
Feminine subject, but the adverb stays 'sisakte hue'.
बच्चे सिसकते हुए खेल रहे थे।
The children were playing while sobbing (perhaps after a fight).
Plural subject, adverb remains the same.
उसने सिसकते हुए 'हाँ' कहा।
He said 'yes' while sobbing.
Short response given while sobbing.
छोटा बच्चा सिसकते हुए सो गया।
The small child fell asleep while sobbing.
Compound verb 'so gaya' modified by the adverb.
वह सिसकते हुए अपनी टूटी गुड़िया दिखा रही थी।
She was showing her broken doll while sobbing.
Describing an action with an object.
उसने सिसकते हुए अपनी गलती मानी।
He admitted his mistake while sobbing.
Abstract action (admitting) while sobbing.
कुत्ता सिसकते हुए अपने मालिक को देख रहा था।
The dog was looking at its owner while whimpering.
Animal subject; 'sisakna' also applies to whimpering animals.
वह सिसकते हुए कमरे से बाहर चली गई।
She went out of the room while sobbing.
Directional movement with emotion.
सिसकते हुए उसने अपनी कहानी शुरू की।
Sobbing, he began his story.
Adverb placed at the beginning for emphasis.
वह सिसकते हुए चिट्ठी पढ़ रही थी।
She was reading the letter while sobbing.
Reading while in emotional distress.
बच्चा सिसकते हुए अपनी माँ को ढूँढ रहा था।
The child was searching for his mother while sobbing.
Continuous action (searching) with sobbing.
हारने के बाद, खिलाड़ी सिसकते हुए ज़मीन पर बैठ गया।
After losing, the player sat on the ground while sobbing.
Contextual introduction (after losing) followed by the action.
उसने सिसकते हुए बताया कि उसका घर जल गया है।
He explained while sobbing that his house has burnt down.
Reporting speech with a serious context.
वह सिसकते हुए अपने पुराने फोटो देख रही थी।
She was looking at her old photos while sobbing.
Nostalgic sadness described with 'sisakte hue'.
अस्पताल में लोग सिसकते हुए अपने अपनों का इंतज़ार कर रहे थे।
In the hospital, people were waiting for their loved ones while sobbing.
Plural subject in a formal setting.
उसने सिसकते हुए कहा कि वह अब और नहीं सह सकता।
He said while sobbing that he cannot bear it anymore.
Direct/Indirect speech mix.
वह सिसकते हुए अपनी डायरी में लिख रही थी।
She was writing in her diary while sobbing.
Intimate, personal action described with emotion.
फिल्म के अंत में दर्शक सिसकते हुए सिनेमा हॉल से बाहर निकले।
At the end of the film, the audience came out of the cinema hall sobbing.
Describing a collective emotional response.
वह सिसकते हुए अपने पिता से माफ़ी माँगने लगा।
He started asking for forgiveness from his father while sobbing.
Inceptive verb 'maangne laga' (started to ask).
पुरानी यादों को ताज़ा करते हुए, वह सिसकते हुए मुस्कुरा दी।
While refreshing old memories, she smiled while sobbing.
Complex sentence with two adverbial participles.
अंधेरे कमरे में सिसकते हुए उसने भगवान को याद किया।
Sobbing in the dark room, he remembered God.
Setting the scene with an adverbial phrase.
उसकी आवाज़ सिसकते हुए भारी हो गई थी।
Her voice had become heavy while sobbing.
Describing the effect on the voice.
वह सिसकते हुए अपने सामान को पैक कर रहा था।
He was packing his belongings while sobbing.
Action verb showing departure or change.
न्यायाधीश के सामने वह सिसकते हुए अपनी बेगुनाही की गुहार लगाने लगी।
Before the judge, she began to plead her innocence while sobbing.
Formal setting with high emotional stakes.
वह सिसकते हुए उस खाली घर को देख रहा था जहाँ कभी खुशियाँ थीं।
He was looking at that empty house while sobbing, where there were once joys.
Relative clause 'jahan...' adding depth.
हवा भी जैसे सिसकते हुए पेड़ों से गुज़र रही थी।
The wind too was passing through the trees as if sobbing.
Personification using 'jaise' (as if).
वह सिसकते हुए अपने घावों को साफ़ कर रहा था।
He was cleaning his wounds while sobbing.
Physical and emotional pain combined.
उसकी आँखों में सिसकते हुए सपनों का एक समंदर था।
In her eyes, there was an ocean of sobbing dreams.
Metaphorical use of the participle.
इतिहास के पन्नों में कई अनकही कहानियाँ सिसकते हुए दबी पड़ी हैं।
In the pages of history, many untold stories lie buried, sobbing.
Abstract subject with personified adverb.
वह सिसकते हुए अपनी आत्मा की गहराइयों में झाँकने लगा।
Sobbing, he began to peer into the depths of his soul.
Philosophical introspection.
मजबूरी के साये में वह सिसकते हुए अपनी किस्मत को कोस रहा था।
Under the shadow of helplessness, he was cursing his fate while sobbing.
Idiomatic expression 'kismat ko kosna'.
उसकी लेखनी सिसकते हुए कागज़ पर दर्द उकेर रही थी।
His pen, as if sobbing, was carving pain onto the paper.
Highly literary personification.
वह सिसकते हुए उस सच को स्वीकार करने की कोशिश कर रहा था जो उसे तोड़ चुका था।
He was trying to accept the truth that had broken him, while sobbing.
Complex sentence with nested clauses.
शाम की खामोशी में सिसकते हुए परिंदों की आवाज़ गूँज रही थी।
In the silence of the evening, the sound of birds, as if sobbing, was echoing.
Nature imagery with emotional undertones.
वह सिसकते हुए अपनी सभ्यता के अवशेषों को देख रहा था।
He was looking at the remains of his civilization while sobbing.
Grand, tragic context.
ब्रह्मांड की विशालता के सम्मुख मानव अस्तित्व सिसकते हुए अपनी लघुता का अनुभव करता है।
In the face of the universe's vastness, human existence experiences its smallness while sobbing.
Existential philosophical statement.
उसकी कविताएँ सिसकते हुए मौन की अभिव्यक्ति हैं।
His poems are the expression of a sobbing silence.
Oxymoronic and highly abstract.
समय के प्रवाह में सिसकते हुए पल कब बीत गए, पता ही नहीं चला।
In the flow of time, one didn't even realize when the sobbing moments passed.
Temporal metaphor.
वह सिसकते हुए अपनी चेतना के उन कोनों को टटोल रहा था जहाँ रोशनी कभी नहीं पहुँची।
Sobbing, he was fumbling through those corners of his consciousness where light never reached.
Deep psychological metaphor.
समाज की विडंबनाओं पर वह सिसकते हुए हँसने लगा—एक ऐसा अट्टहास जिसमें केवल पीड़ा थी।
He began to laugh while sobbing at the ironies of society—a loud laugh that contained only pain.
Juxtaposition of conflicting emotions.
विभाजन की त्रासदी सिसकते हुए इतिहास के सीने पर एक गहरा ज़ख्म है।
The tragedy of partition is a deep wound on the chest of history, still sobbing.
Historical/Political metaphor.
वह सिसकते हुए अपनी नियति के उस क्रूर खेल का साक्षी बना।
He became a witness to that cruel game of his destiny while sobbing.
Fate and destiny themes.
उसकी सिसकते हुए प्रार्थनाओं ने अंततः ईश्वर के हृदय को भी पसीज दिया।
His sobbing prayers finally even melted the heart of God.
Spiritual/Mythological hyperbole.
Sinônimos
Antônimos
Colocações comuns
Frases Comuns
— To die while sobbing. Used in tragic news or stories.
घायल पक्षी ने सिसकते हुए दम तोड़ दिया।
— To become quiet after a long period of sobbing.
वह बहुत देर बाद सिसकते हुए चुप हुई।
— To remember someone or something while sobbing.
वह अपने पुराने दिनों को सिसकते हुए याद करता है।
— To call out to someone while sobbing.
बच्चा सिसकते हुए अपनी माँ को पुकार रहा था।
— To write while sobbing (common for letters/diaries).
उसने सिसकते हुए आख़िरी खत लिखा।
— To smile through tears/sobs (bittersweet).
उसने सिसकते हुए एक फीकी मुस्कान दी।
Frequentemente confundido com
General crying vs. specific sobbing.
Confused with 'being able to' (shakna) - sound similarity.
Very close synonym, but 'sisakte' is more common in writing.
Expressões idiomáticas
— To sob repeatedly. This is the verbal form of the adverb.
वह पूरी रात सिसकियाँ भरती रही।
Common— To live a life full of sorrow and struggle.
गरीब लोग सिसकते हुए अपना जीवन बिता रहे हैं।
Metaphorical— A night full of sorrow or loneliness.
वह सिसकती हुई रात कभी खत्म नहीं हुई।
Literary— Lips that are trembling from a sob.
उसके सिसकते हुए होंठों ने कुछ कहने की कोशिश की।
Descriptive— A world full of pain and suffering.
यह सिसकती हुई दुनिया प्यार की प्यासी है।
Philosophical— Moments of intense sadness.
वे सिसकते हुए पल मेरी ज़िंदगी का हिस्सा बन गए हैं।
Literary— Memories that bring tears every time.
बचपन की वे सिसकती हुई यादें आज भी ताज़ा हैं।
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Both mean sobbing.
Sisakna is more about the breath hitch; Subakna is more about the soft sound. Sisakna is more literary.
वह सिसकते हुए सो गया (Stronger) vs वह सुबकते हुए सो गया (Softer).
Both involve intense crying.
Sisakna is rhythmic and often quieter; Bilakhna is loud, chaotic wailing.
वह सिसकते हुए माफ़ी माँग रहा था vs वह बिलखते हुए चिल्ला रहा था।
Both are sounds of distress.
Sisakna is emotional/crying; Karahna is physical pain/groaning.
दुख में वह सिसक रहा था vs दर्द में वह कराह रहा था।
Phonetically different but used together in irony.
Opposite emotions.
वह सिसकते हुए हँसने लगा (Irony).
Both involve breath hitches.
Sisakna is crying; Hichki is just a hiccup (physiological).
वह सिसकते हुए रोया vs उसे हिचकी आ रही है।
Padrões de frases
[Subject] [सिसकते हुए] [Verb].
वह सिसकते हुए बोला।
[Subject] [सिसकते हुए] [Object] [Verb].
बच्चा सिसकते हुए खिलौना लाया।
[Context], [Subject] [सिसकते हुए] [Verb].
चोट लगने पर, वह सिसकते हुए घर आया।
[Subject] ने [सिसकते हुए] बताया कि [Clause].
उसने सिसकते हुए बताया कि वह हार गया।
[Participle 1], [Subject] [सिसकते हुए] [Verb].
मुड़कर देखते हुए, वह सिसकते हुए चली गई।
[Metaphorical Subject] [सिसकते हुए] [Abstract Verb].
उसकी यादें सिसकते हुए दम तोड़ रही थीं।
[Philosophical Context] में [Subject] [सिसकते हुए] [Verb].
जीवन की संध्या में वह सिसकते हुए सत्य को खोज रहा था।
[Complex Juxtaposition] के साथ [सिसकते हुए] [Verb].
एक डरावनी मुस्कान के साथ सिसकते हुए वह आगे बढ़ा।
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Common in creative and emotional contexts, rare in technical or business contexts.
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Using 'सिसकते हुए' for loud screaming.
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Use 'बिलखते हुए'.
Sisakna is a rhythmic sob, not a loud shout.
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Changing it to 'सिसकती हुई' for a woman in an adverbial sense.
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Keep it 'सिसकते हुए'.
Adverbial participles in Hindi usually stay in the oblique masculine form.
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Using it for minor things (like a broken pencil).
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Use 'उदास होकर'.
It sounds too dramatic for small issues.
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Confusing it with 'सकते हुए' (being able).
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Check the 'si-' prefix.
They sound similar but 'sisakte' is about crying.
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Pronouncing 'hue' as 'who'.
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Pronounce it 'hu-ay'.
It's two syllables, not one.
Dicas
Pair with Speech Verbs
Always try to use 'सिसकते हुए' with verbs like 'kaha' (said) or 'bataya' (told) for the most natural effect.
The '-te hue' Rule
Remember that '-te hue' indicates two things happening at the same time. If you are sobbing and talking, you are 'sisakte hue bol rahe hain'.
Empathy Marker
Using this word shows you understand the depth of someone's pain. It's a very empathetic word choice.
Literary Flair
In your essays, use 'सिसकते हुए' to describe a character's state instead of just 'dukh' (sadness) to get higher marks.
The Rhythm
Say it like a heartbeat: si-SAK-te HUE. The rhythm helps convey the meaning.
Watch for the 'H'
In fast speech, 'hue' might sound like 'ue'. Listen for the context of sadness to identify it.
Avoid Redundancy
Don't say 'rote hue sisakte हुए' unless you want to be extremely repetitive for effect. One is usually enough.
Spotting in News
Look for this word in headlines about accidents; it's a very common way to describe survivors.
Tone Matters
Don't say this word with a cheerful tone! Your voice should reflect the sadness of the word.
Onomatopoeia
Connect the 'si-si' sound to the intake of breath. It makes it impossible to forget.
Memorize
Mnemônico
Think of the 'Si-Sak' sound as a 'Sigh' that got 'Stuck' in the throat. Si + Stuck = Sisak.
Associação visual
Imagine a child's shoulders jumping up and down rhythmically as they cry—that physical movement is 'sisakte हुए'.
Word Web
Desafio
Try to say a full sentence in Hindi while mimicking the sound of a sob. This helps you remember the auditory context of 'sisakte हुए'.
Origem da palavra
The word 'sisakna' is likely onomatopoeic in origin, common in Indo-Aryan languages. It mimics the sound of air being drawn in sharply during a cry.
Significado original: The sound of sharp, convulsive breathing during weeping.
Indo-Aryan (Hindi-Urdu)Contexto cultural
Avoid using this word in a joking manner unless you are very close with the person, as it implies genuine, deep distress.
Similar to 'whimpering' or 'sobbing' in English literature (e.g., Dickensian orphans).
Pratique na vida real
Contextos reais
Funerals or mourning
- सिसकते हुए विदा करना
- सिसकते हुए याद करना
- सिसकते हुए फूल चढ़ाना
- सिसकते हुए प्रार्थना करना
Childhood distress
- सिसकते हुए शिकायत करना
- सिसकते हुए छिप जाना
- सिसकते हुए खाना खाना
- सिसकते हुए गले मिलना
Romantic heartbreak
- सिसकते हुए खत फाड़ना
- सिसकते हुए तस्वीर देखना
- सिसकते हुए अलविदा कहना
- सिसकते हुए इंतज़ार करना
Accidents or tragedies
- सिसकते हुए मदद माँगना
- सिसकते हुए नाम बताना
- सिसकते हुए ज़मीन पर गिरना
- सिसकते हुए आँखें मूँदना
Movie/Theatre scripts
- सिसकते हुए संवाद बोलना
- सिसकते हुए मंच से जाना
- सिसकते हुए हँसना (ironic)
- सिसकते हुए घुटनों पर बैठना
Iniciadores de conversa
"क्या आपने कभी किसी को सिसकते हुए देखा है?"
"फिल्म के उस सीन में हीरो सिसकते हुए क्यों बोल रहा था?"
"जब बच्चा सिसकते हुए आता है, तो आप क्या करते हैं?"
"क्या आप सिसकते हुए और रोते हुए में फर्क बता सकते हैं?"
"अगर कोई सिसकते हुए मदद माँगे, तो आप क्या करेंगे?"
Temas para diário
किसी ऐसी घटना के बारे में लिखें जब आप सिसकते हुए सो गए थे।
एक कहानी लिखें जिसका अंत एक नायक के सिसकते हुए जाने से हो।
वर्णन करें कि सिसकते हुए बोलने से इंसान की आवाज़ में क्या बदलाव आते हैं।
क्या सिसकना कमज़ोरी की निशानी है? सिसकते हुए अपनी राय लिखें।
एक कविता लिखें जिसमें 'सिसकते हुए' शब्द का प्रयोग कम से कम तीन बार हो।
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasMostly yes, but it can be used for animals (like a whimpering dog) or personified objects in poetry (like the wind or a violin).
'सिसकते हुए' describes an action happening *while* sobbing. 'सिसक-सिसक कर' emphasizes the repetitive nature of the sobbing itself as a process.
Usually no. It is almost exclusively associated with sadness, pain, or trauma. For happy tears, 'ख़ुशी के आँसू' is better.
In modern adverbial usage, 'सिसकते हुए' remains the same for all. However, as an adjective, it would be 'सिसकता हुआ' (m) or 'सिसकती हुई' (f).
It is a standard dental 's' as in 'sun'. There are two 's' sounds, both pronounced the same way.
Yes, especially in 'Sad Songs' or 'Ghazals' where the singer describes the pain of separation.
Probably not, unless you are discussing a very tragic event. It is too emotional for professional settings.
The root verb is 'सिसकना' (sisaknā). The '-ते हुए' suffix makes it an adverbial participle.
They are interchangeable, but 'sisakte hue' is more common in books and formal Hindi.
It is spelled: स (s) + ि (i) + स (s) + क (k) + त (t) + े (e) space ह (h) + ु (u) + ए (e).
Teste-se 180 perguntas
Translate to Hindi: 'The child spoke while sobbing.'
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Translate to Hindi: 'She went out of the room sobbing.'
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Write a sentence using 'सिसकते हुए' and 'माफ़ी' (forgiveness).
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Describe a sad movie scene using 'सिसकते हुए'.
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Use 'सिसकते हुए' metaphorically for nature.
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Translate to English: 'वह सिसकते हुए सो गया।'
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Translate to English: 'बच्चा सिसकते हुए अपनी माँ को ढूँढ रहा था।'
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Write a short dialogue where someone is 'सिसकते हुए'.
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Explain the difference between 'रोते हुए' and 'सिसकते हुए' in Hindi.
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Write a poetic couplet using 'सिसकते हुए'.
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Translate: 'Sobbing, she said yes.'
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Translate: 'The player sat down sobbing.'
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Describe a hospital scene using 'सिसकते हुए'.
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Use 'सिसकते हुए' with an animal subject.
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Write a sentence about history using 'सिसकते हुए'.
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Translate: 'Why are you sobbing?'
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Translate: 'She was reading a letter sobbing.'
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Write a sentence about a rainy day using 'सिसकते हुए'.
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Use 'सिसकते हुए' to describe a voice.
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Create a philosophical sentence about time using 'सिसकते हुए'.
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Pronounce 'सिसकते हुए' correctly. (Focus on 'si-sak').
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Say 'He spoke while sobbing' in Hindi.
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Say 'The child is sobbing' in Hindi.
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Say 'I am sobbing' in Hindi.
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Describe a sad scene using 'सिसकते हुए'.
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Explain the difference between 'rona' and 'sisakna' in Hindi.
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Read the sentence: 'वह सिसकते हुए मुस्कुरा दी' with appropriate emotion.
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Use 'सिसकते हुए' in a sentence about a lost pet.
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Give a short speech about human suffering using 'सिसकते हुए'.
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Discuss the use of 'सिसकते हुए' in Hindi literature.
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Repeat after me: 'Sisak-te Hu-e'.
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Say 'She went home sobbing' in Hindi.
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Say 'He asked for water while sobbing'.
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Say 'The wind was sobbing through the trees'.
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Recite a poetic line with 'सिसकते हुए'.
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Say 'Siski'.
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Say 'Sisak-sisak kar'.
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Discuss 'Karun Ras' in Hindi movies.
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Listen and identify the word: 'वह सिसकते हुए बोला।' Which word means sobbing?
Listen to the tone: Is the speaker happy or sad? (Audio: 'वह सिसकते हुए आई।')
Listen and transcribe the sentence: 'उसने सिसकते हुए माफ़ी माँगी।'
Listen and identify the main verb being modified: 'वह सिसकते हुए मुस्कुरा दी।'
Listen to a literary passage and count how many times 'सिसकते हुए' is used.
Identify 'Sisakna' from a list of words: 'Rona, Hansna, Sisakna, Bolna'.
Identify the subject: 'बच्चा सिसकते हुए सो गया।' Who was sobbing?
What was the reason for sobbing in this sentence? 'हारने के बाद वह सिसकते हुए बैठ गया।'
Identify the metaphor: 'हवा सिसकते हुए पेड़ों से गुज़र रही थी।'
Listen to a Ghazal and identify the emotional tone.
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Summary
The phrase 'सिसकते हुए' (sisakte hue) is the perfect way to add emotional depth to your Hindi. Use it when a character is not just crying, but struggling to breathe or speak due to deep sorrow. Example: 'उसने सिसकते हुए अपनी बात कही' (He said his piece while sobbing).
- Means 'while sobbing' or 'whimpering'.
- Used as an adverb to describe how someone acts while sad.
- More specific and rhythmic than just 'crying' (rote hue).
- Common in literature, news, and emotional movie scenes.
Pair with Speech Verbs
Always try to use 'सिसकते हुए' with verbs like 'kaha' (said) or 'bataya' (told) for the most natural effect.
The '-te hue' Rule
Remember that '-te hue' indicates two things happening at the same time. If you are sobbing and talking, you are 'sisakte hue bol rahe hain'.
Empathy Marker
Using this word shows you understand the depth of someone's pain. It's a very empathetic word choice.
Literary Flair
In your essays, use 'सिसकते हुए' to describe a character's state instead of just 'dukh' (sadness) to get higher marks.
Exemplo
बच्ची रोते हुए और सिसकते हुए अपनी माँ के पास आई।
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आभार
B1Gratidão ou reconhecimento. 'Expresso minha gratidão' diz-se 'Main aapka abhaar vyakt karta hoon'.
आभारी
A2Grato, agradecido. Usado para expressar gratidão profunda em contextos formais.
आभारी होना
A2Estar grato; sentir ou mostrar apreço por algo recebido.
आभार सहित
B1Gratefully; with gratitude; thankfully.
आभारपूर्वक
B2Gratefully, thankfully, or with appreciation.
आभास होना
B1Ter um pressentimento ou intuição; perceber vagamente. Por exemplo: 'Senti o perigo.'
आग्रह
B1Insistence, earnest request; persistent demanding.
आघात
B1Choque, trauma, golpe. 'A notícia foi um choque (aaghat).' / 'Um golpe (aaghat) na liberdade.'
आघात लगना
B1To be shocked; to be traumatized.
आघात पहुँचना
B1Ficar profundamente chocado ou traumatizado por um evento grave.
