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चिप्स

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चिप्स

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At the A1 level, learners are introduced to basic vocabulary related to food, shopping, and daily necessities. The word 'चिप्स' is perfect for this stage because it requires no complex translation—it is a direct loanword from English. Learners should focus on recognizing the word in spoken Hindi and learning how to ask for it in a shop. Simple phrases like 'मुझे चिप्स चाहिए' (I want chips) or 'चिप्स कहाँ हैं?' (Where are the chips?) are highly practical. At this level, the goal is purely functional communication. You don't need to worry about complex grammar rules yet, just knowing that 'चिप्स' refers to the popular potato snack is enough to help you navigate a grocery store or understand a basic menu. It is a confidence-building word because it sounds exactly like its English counterpart, making the transition into speaking Hindi feel a little less daunting. Practice combining it with numbers: 'एक चिप्स' (one [packet of] chips), 'दो चिप्स' (two [packets of] chips).

At the A2 level, learners begin to construct more detailed sentences and express preferences. Here, the grammatical gender and number of 'चिप्स' become important. You learn that it is treated as a masculine plural noun. This means adjectives modifying it must also be in the masculine plural form, such as 'अच्छे चिप्स' (good chips) or 'महँगे चिप्स' (expensive chips). You will also learn to use postpositions to describe flavors, like 'टमाटर वाले चिप्स' (tomato flavored chips). At this stage, you can talk about your likes and dislikes: 'मुझे तीखे चिप्स पसंद हैं' (I like spicy chips). You can also understand basic instructions or warnings, such as 'ज्यादा चिप्स मत खाओ' (Don't eat too many chips). The focus is on integrating the word into everyday conversational structures, using it with common verbs like 'खाना' (to eat), 'खरीदना' (to buy), and 'लाना' (to bring).

Moving to the B1 level, the usage of 'चिप्स' becomes more contextual and descriptive. Learners can narrate past events or future plans involving the word. For example, 'कल रात हमने फिल्म देखते हुए बहुत सारे चिप्स खाए' (Last night we ate a lot of chips while watching a movie). You also learn to discuss the state of the food, using verbs like 'सील जाना' (to become soggy): 'बारिश की वजह से चिप्स सील गए हैं' (The chips have become soggy due to the rain). At this level, you can differentiate between homemade and store-bought varieties, discussing processes simply: 'मेरी माँ घर पर आलू के चिप्स बनाती हैं' (My mother makes potato chips at home). The vocabulary expands to include packaging terms like 'पैकेट' (packet) and 'हवा' (air - referring to the air in the bag). You can engage in longer conversations about snacking habits and preferences.

At the B2 level, learners can express nuanced opinions and engage in cultural discussions involving 'चिप्स'. You can debate the health implications of eating junk food: 'रोज़ चिप्स खाना सेहत के लिए हानिकारक है' (Eating chips daily is harmful to health). You can discuss marketing, branding, and consumer habits in India. The word can be used in more complex sentence structures involving conditionals or passive voice: 'अगर तुम चिप्स खाओगे, तो तुम्हारा पेट भर जाएगा' (If you eat chips, your stomach will get full). You also understand the dual meaning of the word in modern contexts, recognizing when 'चिप्स' refers to computer microchips based on the surrounding technical vocabulary. Your fluency allows you to use the word seamlessly in rapid, informal conversations with native speakers, understanding jokes or cultural references related to popular snack brands.

At the C1 level, your use of 'चिप्स' is near-native. You understand the socio-cultural implications of the snack industry in India, such as the shift from traditional homemade snacks to commercial packaged goods. You can read and comprehend articles or watch news reports discussing the agricultural impact of potato farming for chip manufacturing. You use advanced vocabulary to describe texture and taste, such as 'कुरकुरापन' (crispiness) or 'मसालेदार' (heavily spiced). You can easily navigate idiomatic or metaphorical language, even if 'चिप्स' itself isn't part of a traditional Hindi idiom, you can use it creatively in analogies. Your grammatical accuracy is flawless, always maintaining the correct masculine plural agreement across complex, multi-clause sentences. You can discuss the economics of the FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) sector where chips are a major player.

At the C2 mastery level, the word 'चिप्स' is fully integrated into your expansive Hindi vocabulary. You can write academic essays, conduct formal interviews, or deliver presentations on topics where this word might appear, such as public health, globalization of food, or cultural shifts in dietary habits. You understand the subtle regional variations in how snacks are perceived and consumed across India. You can effortlessly switch registers, using the word casually with a street vendor or formally in a sociological discussion about junk food consumption trends. You are aware of the historical context of how such western snacks entered the Indian market and how they compete with indigenous snacks like namkeen or bhujia. Your command over the language allows you to play with the word, creating humor or emphasizing points with native-like intuition and precision.

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Crispy potato snack.
English loanword in Hindi.
Masculine plural noun.
Very common everyday word.

The Hindi word चिप्स (chips) is a direct loanword from English, referring to thin slices of potato (or other vegetables/grains) that have been deep-fried or baked until crisp. In the Indian context, 'चिप्स' is an incredibly common snack, enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether it is the traditional homemade potato wafers sun-dried on terraces or the commercially packaged branded snacks found in every corner shop, the word is universally understood. The concept of chips transcends mere food; it is an emotion tied to train journeys, evening tea, school recess, and late-night movie marathons. Understanding how to use this word in Hindi involves recognizing its integration into everyday conversational phrases.

Etymology and Origin: The word originates from the English 'chips', but in Hindi, it functions as a masculine plural noun in most contexts, though it can be treated as a mass noun.

मुझे आलू के चिप्स बहुत पसंद हैं।

When discussing snacks in India, the term is not limited to potatoes. You will frequently hear about 'केले के चिप्स' (banana chips), which are extremely popular in South India, or 'साबूदाना चिप्स' (tapioca chips) consumed during religious fasting. The versatility of the word allows it to be paired with almost any base ingredient that is sliced and fried. Furthermore, the packaging of these snacks is often referred to as 'चिप्स का पैकेट' (a packet of chips), a phrase you will use countless times when shopping at a local 'किराना' (grocery) store.

Cultural Significance: Chips are an integral part of Indian hospitality. Serving tea to guests is almost always accompanied by a savory snack, and chips are the most convenient option.

दुकान से दो पैकेट चिप्स ले आना।

The phonetic adaptation of the word is straightforward. It is written in Devanagari as च (cha) + ि (short i) + प (half pa) + स (sa). The pronunciation is identical to the English word, making it one of the easiest vocabulary items for English speakers to master in Hindi. However, the grammatical agreement around it is where learners need to pay attention. Since it is treated as a masculine plural noun, adjectives and verbs must agree accordingly. For example, you say 'तीखे चिप्स' (spicy chips), not 'तीखी चिप्स'.

Grammatical Agreement: Always use masculine plural markers with this word. 'अच्छे चिप्स' (good chips), 'खराब चिप्स' (bad chips).

बच्चों ने सारे चिप्स खा लिए।

In contemporary urban India, the word has also taken on the secondary meaning of computer microchips, just as in English. However, context usually makes it abundantly clear which type of chip is being discussed. If you are at an electronics market like Nehru Place, 'चिप्स' means silicon. If you are at a local bakery, it means potato crisps. This dual meaning highlights the pervasive nature of English loanwords in modern conversational Hindi, often referred to as Hinglish.

क्या तुम्हारे पास टमाटर वाले चिप्स हैं?

ट्रेन में सफर करते समय चिप्स खाना एक परंपरा है।

Using the word चिप्स correctly in Hindi is relatively simple due to its English origins, but mastering its integration into natural Hindi sentences requires an understanding of postpositions and verb agreements. Because it is a non-living noun, it does not take the object marker 'को' when used as a direct object in a sentence. You simply say 'मैं चिप्स खा रहा हूँ' (I am eating chips), not 'मैं चिप्स को खा रहा हूँ'. This is a common mistake for beginners who try to apply the 'को' rule universally to all objects.

Direct Object Usage: Omit the postposition 'को' when chips are the direct object of consumption or purchase.

उसने कल रात बहुत सारे चिप्स खाए।

When describing the flavor or type of chips, the postposition 'के' (of) is frequently used. For instance, 'आलू के चिप्स' (chips of potato), 'केले के चिप्स' (chips of banana). If you want to describe the seasoning, you might use 'वाले' (the one with). For example, 'मसाले वाले चिप्स' (spicy chips) or 'नमक वाले चिप्स' (salted chips). This structure is incredibly productive in Hindi and allows you to specify exactly what kind of snack you are looking for at the store.

Describing Flavors: Use 'वाले' to denote the flavor profile, e.g., 'पुदीने वाले चिप्स' (mint flavored chips).

मुझे सिर्फ सादे चिप्स चाहिए।

In terms of verb conjugation, when 'चिप्स' is the subject of a sentence, the verb must be in the masculine plural form. For example, 'चिप्स बहुत कुरकुरे हैं' (The chips are very crispy). Notice the use of 'हैं' (are) instead of 'है' (is). Similarly, in the past tense, you would say 'चिप्स सील गए थे' (The chips had become soggy), using 'गए थे' (masculine plural past) rather than 'गया था'. This consistency in gender and number agreement is crucial for sounding like a native speaker.

State of the Snack: To say chips are soggy, use the verb 'सील जाना' (to become soft/soggy from moisture).

बारिश के मौसम में चिप्स जल्दी सील जाते हैं।

Another common usage scenario is in negative sentences or commands. 'ज्यादा चिप्स मत खाओ' (Don't eat too many chips) is a phrase every Indian child has heard from their parents. Here, 'ज्यादा' (more/too many) acts as an adjective modifying the noun. You can also use quantifiers like 'थोड़े' (a few/some) as in 'मुझे थोड़े चिप्स दे दो' (Give me some chips). The flexibility of the word makes it a staple in daily conversational Hindi, especially in informal settings with friends and family.

क्या मैं तुम्हारे चिप्स ले सकता हूँ?

पार्टी के लिए दस पैकेट चिप्स मँगवा लो।

The word चिप्स is ubiquitous in India, echoing through various social and commercial environments. The most common place you will hear it is at the local 'किराना' (grocery) store or a 'पनवाड़ी' (betel leaf seller) shop, which often doubles as a snack vendor. Children and adults alike approach the counter and ask, 'भैया, दस रुपये वाले चिप्स देना' (Brother, give me the ten-rupee chips). The pricing is often used as an identifier, showing how deeply integrated the product is into the daily micro-economy of Indian streets.

At the Grocery Store: Used constantly to request specific brands or price points of snacks.

अंकल, एक बीस रुपये वाला चिप्स का पैकेट देना।

Another classic setting is the Indian Railway system. As trains pull into stations, vendors walk through the aisles or stand on the platforms shouting, 'चाय, पानी, चिप्स, बिस्कुट!' (Tea, water, chips, biscuits!). This rhythmic calling is a nostalgic sound for anyone who has traveled across India by train. The word cuts through the noise of the station, instantly recognizable to hungry travelers looking for a quick, safe, and sealed snack during their long journeys.

During Travel: A staple phrase of train and bus vendors across the subcontinent.

स्टेशन पर चिप्स बहुत महँगे मिलते हैं।

You will also hear it frequently in domestic settings, particularly around festival times like Holi or Diwali, when many families still make traditional snacks at home. Mothers and grandmothers might say, 'धूप में चिप्स सूखने के लिए रख दो' (Put the chips in the sun to dry). Here, the word refers to the raw, sliced potatoes that will be stored and fried later. This highlights a cultural duality: 'चिप्स' means both the modern, nitrogen-filled plastic bag from a multinational corporation and the traditional, sun-dried wafers made on a hot summer afternoon.

Home Cooking: Refers to homemade potato wafers prepared in bulk during summer.

दादी ने आज घर पर चिप्स बनाए हैं।

Finally, in schools and colleges, it is the currency of friendship. 'मुझे अपने चिप्स में से थोड़ा दे' (Give me a little from your chips) is a standard playground negotiation. The sharing of a packet of chips is a communal activity, often accompanied by discussions about which flavor is superior—the classic salted, the tangy tomato, or the spicy masala. The word is deeply embedded in the social fabric of Indian youth.

हम फिल्म देखते हुए चिप्स खाएंगे।

उसने चिप्स का पैकेट खोला और सबने खाना शुरू कर दिया।

While चिप्स is an easy word to adopt, learners often make subtle grammatical errors when incorporating it into Hindi sentences. The most frequent mistake involves gender assignment. Because Hindi assigns gender to all nouns, English loanwords can be tricky. 'चिप्स' is treated as a masculine noun. Therefore, saying 'मेरी चिप्स' (my chips - feminine) is incorrect; it should always be 'मेरे चिप्स' (my chips - masculine plural). This error usually stems from the fact that many food items in Hindi are feminine, but this loanword strictly follows masculine rules.

Gender Confusion: Never use feminine adjectives or possessive pronouns with this word.

यह चिप्स बहुत तीखे हैं। (Correct)

Another common pitfall is the singular versus plural usage. In English, you can have 'a chip' or 'chips'. In Hindi, the word 'चिप्स' is almost exclusively used in the plural form, even if you are holding a single piece. Saying 'एक चिप' sounds highly unnatural unless you are talking about technology. If you must refer to a single piece of the snack, a native speaker might say 'चिप्स का एक टुकड़ा' (a piece of chips), though this is rare. Usually, the plural form covers all quantities.

Plurality: Treat it as a plural noun for verb conjugation: 'चिप्स गिर गए' (The chips fell).

मेरे हाथ से चिप्स नीचे गिर गए।

Learners also sometimes struggle with the pronunciation, over-emphasizing the 'p' or the 's'. In Indian pronunciation, the word is spoken quite softly and quickly, blending into the sentence. Furthermore, translating idioms directly from English doesn't work. You cannot say 'चिप्स जब नीचे हों' to mean 'when the chips are down'. Hindi has its own idioms for such situations, and using the literal translation of 'चिप्स' will only cause confusion and amusement among native speakers.

Idiomatic Usage: Do not translate English idioms containing the word 'chip' into Hindi literally.

मुझे पैकेट वाले चिप्स पसंद नहीं हैं।

Lastly, be careful with the verb 'to make'. When referring to factory-made chips, you use 'बनते हैं' (are made). When referring to homemade chips, you use 'बनाते हैं' (we make). Saying 'फैक्ट्री में चिप्स बनाते हैं' implies the factory itself is a person making them, whereas 'फैक्ट्री में चिप्स बनते हैं' correctly implies they are manufactured there. This subtle passive construction is key to natural phrasing.

इस दुकान पर ताज़ा चिप्स तले जाते हैं।

उसने चिप्स खाकर पानी पी लिया, जो कि गलत है।

In the vast landscape of Indian snacks, चिप्स is just one of many options. Understanding related vocabulary helps paint a fuller picture of the culinary culture. A very similar word is 'पापड़' (Papad), which is a thin, crisp disc usually made from lentil, chickpea, black gram, or rice flour. While both are crispy and often eaten as sides or snacks, papad is traditionally roasted or fried and served with meals, whereas chips are generally a standalone snack. Comparing the two is a great way to understand Indian dietary habits.

पापड़ (Papad): A traditional Indian crisp made from lentil dough, usually served with main meals.

खाने के साथ पापड़ और चिप्स दोनों अच्छे लगते हैं।

Another closely related term is 'नमकीन' (Namkeen). This is a broad category word for any savory snack, often consisting of a mixture of fried lentils, peanuts, chickpea flour noodles (sev), and spices. If you go to a guest's house, they will likely offer you 'चाय और नमकीन' (tea and savory snacks). Chips fall under the broader umbrella of namkeen, but namkeen usually implies a traditional mixture rather than sliced potatoes. Knowing the difference helps you specify exactly what you want to eat.

नमकीन (Namkeen): A generic term for traditional Indian savory snack mixtures.

बाज़ार से नमकीन और चिप्स ले आना।

You might also hear the word 'वेफर्स' (Wafers). In Indian English and Hindi, wafers and chips are almost identical, but 'wafers' often implies a slightly thicker, sometimes homemade or bakery-made potato slice, whereas 'chips' leans heavily towards mass-produced, thin, flavored slices in nitrogen-filled bags. However, the distinction is minor and the words are used interchangeably in daily life. 'फ्रेंच फ्राइज़' (French fries) is another related loanword, but it specifically refers to the thick, soft-centered potato sticks served at fast-food restaurants, not the crispy packaged snack.

फ्रेंच फ्राइज़ (French Fries): Thick cut, deep-fried potatoes served hot, distinct from cold, packaged chips.

बर्गर के साथ फ्रेंच फ्राइज़ मिलते हैं, चिप्स नहीं।

Understanding these nuances allows you to navigate an Indian bakery or sweet shop with confidence. You can ask for 'आलू भुजिया' (Aloo Bhujia - a specific type of potato-based namkeen) when you want something traditional, or 'चिप्स' when you want the classic international snack. Both have their dedicated place in the Indian heart and stomach.

मुझे वेफर्स से ज्यादा चिप्स पसंद हैं।

चाय के साथ चिप्स और बिस्कुट परोसे गए।

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मुझे चिप्स चाहिए।

I want chips.

Basic subject-object-verb structure with 'चाहिए' (want/need).

यह चिप्स हैं।

These are chips.

Simple identification using 'यह' (this/these) and 'हैं' (are).

चिप्स कहाँ हैं?

Where are the chips?

Using the question word 'कहाँ' (where).

मैं चिप्स खाता हूँ।

I eat chips.

Present simple tense with masculine subject 'खाता हूँ'.

चिप्स अच्छे हैं।

The chips are good.

Adjective 'अच्छे' matching the masculine plural noun.

एक चिप्स का पैकेट दो।

Give one packet of chips.

Imperative form 'दो' (give).

क्या तुम चिप्स खाओगे?

Will you eat chips?

Simple future tense question.

चिप्स मत खाओ।

Don't eat chips.

Negative imperative using 'मत'.

मुझे टमाटर वाले चिप्स बहुत पसंद हैं।

I really like tomato flavored chips.

Using 'वाले' to indicate flavor.

दुकान से दो पैकेट चिप्स ले आना।

Bring two packets of chips from the shop.

Using 'ले आना' (to bring).

ये चिप्स बहुत तीखे हैं।

These chips are very spicy.

Adjective 'तीखे' (spicy) in plural form.

उसने सारे चिप्स खा लिए।

He ate all the chips.

Past tense with compound verb 'खा लिए'.

क्या तुम्हारे पास सादे चिप्स हैं?

Do you have plain chips?

Using 'के पास' to show possession.

हम ट्रेन में चिप्स खाएंगे।

We will eat chips on the train.

Future tense plural 'खाएंगे'.

चिप्स का पैकेट कितने का है?

How much is the packet of chips?

Asking for price using 'कितने का'.

मुझे थोड़े से चिप्स दे दो।

Give me a few chips.

Using quantifier 'थोड़े से'.

कल रात फिल्म देखते समय हमने बहुत सारे चिप्स खाए।

Last night while watching a movie, we ate a lot of chips.

Using 'ते समय' (while doing) and past tense.

बारिश की वजह से चिप्स सील गए हैं।

The chips have become soggy due to the rain.

Using 'की वजह से' (due to) and verb 'सील जाना'.

मेरी दादी गर्मियों में घर पर आलू के चिप्स बनाती हैं।

My grandmother makes potato chips at home in the summer.

Habitual present tense with complex subject.

पैकेट में चिप्स से ज्यादा हवा होती है।

There is more air than chips in the packet.

Comparative structure using 'से ज्यादा'.

बच्चों को रोज़ चिप्स खाना अच्छा लगता है।

Children like eating chips every day.

Using infinitive 'खाना' as a gerund subject.

अगर तुम चिप्स खाओगे, तो खाना नहीं खा पाओगे।

If you eat chips, you won't be able to eat food.

Conditional 'अगर... तो' structure.

मुझे वो वाले चिप्स चाहिए जो हमने कल खरीदे थे।

I want those chips which we bought yesterday.

Relative clause using 'जो'.

चिप्स खाने के बाद पानी नहीं पीना चाहिए।

One should not drink water after eating chips.

Using 'के बाद' (after) and 'चाहिए' (should).

लगातार चिप्स और जंक फूड खाने से मोटापा बढ़ता है।

Eating chips and junk food continuously increases obesity.

Using gerund 'खाने से' to show cause.

कंपनियों ने चिप्स के पैकेट का आकार छोटा कर दिया है, लेकिन दाम वही हैं।

Companies have reduced the size of the chips packet, but the price is the same.

Complex sentence with contrast 'लेकिन'.

बाज़ार में अब कई तरह के स्वस्थ बेक्ड चिप्स भी उपलब्ध हैं।

Many types of healthy baked chips are also available in the market now.

Using passive vocabulary 'उपलब्ध हैं' (are available).

यह चिप्स इतने कुरकुरे हैं कि इनकी आवाज़ दूर तक सुनाई देती है।

These chips are so crispy that their sound can be heard from far away.

Correlative conjunction 'इतने... कि' (so... that).

पार्टी में मेहमानों के लिए चिप्स और कोल्ड ड्रिंक का इंतज़ाम किया गया था।

Arrangements for chips and cold drinks were made for the guests at the party.

Passive voice 'इंतज़ाम किया गया था'.

मुझे याद है जब बचपन में चिप्स का पैकेट सिर्फ पाँच रुपये का आता था।

I remember when a packet of chips used to cost only five rupees in childhood.

Past habitual tense 'आता था'.

उसने चिप्स का पैकेट खोला और बिना किसी को पूछे अकेले ही खा लिया।

He opened the packet of chips and ate it all alone without asking anyone.

Using 'बिना... पूछे' (without asking).

केले के चिप्स दक्षिण भारत में बहुत लोकप्रिय हैं और नारियल के तेल में तले जाते हैं।

Banana chips are very popular in South India and are fried in coconut oil.

Passive construction 'तले जाते हैं'.

चिप्स का अत्यधिक सेवन हृदय रोगों और उच्च रक्तचाप का एक प्रमुख कारण बन सकता है।

Excessive consumption of chips can become a major cause of heart diseases and high blood pressure.

Formal vocabulary 'अत्यधिक सेवन' (excessive consumption).

विज्ञापन एजेंसियां बच्चों को लुभाने के लिए चिप्स के पैकेट के साथ मुफ्त खिलौने देती हैं।

Advertising agencies give free toys with chips packets to lure children.

Purpose clause using 'लुभाने के लिए'.

बहुराष्ट्रीय कंपनियों ने स्थानीय नमकीन बाज़ार को कड़ी टक्कर देते हुए चिप्स को हर गाँव तक पहुँचा दिया है।

Multinational companies have given tough competition to the local namkeen market, making chips reach every village.

Participle phrase 'टक्कर देते हुए'.

हालाँकि बेक्ड चिप्स को एक स्वस्थ विकल्प के रूप में प्रचारित किया जाता है, फिर भी उनमें सोडियम की मात्रा अधिक होती है।

Although baked chips are promoted as a healthy alternative, they still contain a high amount of sodium.

Concessive clause 'हालाँकि... फिर भी'.

तकनीकी संदर्भ में, सिलिकॉन चिप्स आधुनिक इलेक्ट्रॉनिक्स की रीढ़ की हड्डी माने जाते हैं।

In a technical context, silicon chips are considered the backbone of modern electronics.

Using the secondary meaning of the word in a formal context.

आलू की खेती करने वाले किसानों की आय काफी हद तक चिप्स बनाने वाली कंपनियों की मांग पर निर्भर करती है।

The income of potato farming farmers depends largely on the demand from chip manufacturing companies.

Complex noun phrase 'चिप्स बनाने वाली कंपनियों'.

सफर के दौरान चिप्स खाना एक ऐसी आदत बन गई है जिसे छोड़ना मुश्किल प्रतीत होता है।

Eating chips during a journey has become such a habit that it seems difficult to quit.

Relative clause 'एक ऐसी आदत... जिसे'.

उपभोक्ता अब पर्यावरण के प्रति जागरूक हो रहे हैं और चिप्स की प्लास्टिक पैकेजिंग का विरोध कर रहे हैं।

Consumers are now becoming environmentally conscious and are protesting against the plastic packaging of chips.

Present continuous with formal vocabulary 'विरोध कर रहे हैं'.

चिप्स उद्योग का वैश्वीकरण इस बात का ज्वलंत उदाहरण है कि कैसे पश्चिमी खान-पान की आदतें विकासशील देशों की संस्कृति में गहराई तक समा गई हैं।

The globalization of the chips industry is a glaring example of how Western dietary habits have deeply permeated the culture of developing nations.

Highly formal, complex sentence structure with abstract nouns.

पोषण विशेषज्ञों का तर्क है कि चिप्स जैसे प्रसंस्कृत खाद्य पदार्थों पर अतिरिक्त कर लगाया जाना चाहिए ताकि सार्वजनिक स्वास्थ्य में सुधार हो सके।

Nutritionists argue that an additional tax should be levied on processed foods like chips so that public health can improve.

Passive voice with modal 'लगाया जाना चाहिए'.

पारंपरिक भारतीय स्नैक्स की तुलना में, चिप्स का शेल्फ जीवन लंबा होता है, जो इसे खुदरा विक्रेताओं के लिए अधिक लाभदायक बनाता है।

Compared to traditional Indian snacks, chips have a longer shelf life, which makes it more profitable for retailers.

Comparative structure 'की तुलना में'.

यह विडंबना ही है कि जिस आलू को कभी गरीबों का भोजन माना जाता था, आज उसी से बने चिप्स एक बहु-अरब डॉलर का उद्योग बन चुके हैं।

It is ironic that the potato, which was once considered the food of the poor, today the chips made from it have become a multi-billion dollar industry.

Emphatic structure 'यह विडंबना ही है कि'.

माइक्रो-चिप्स की कमी ने वैश्विक ऑटोमोबाइल उत्पादन को इस हद तक प्रभावित किया है कि कई कारखानों को अपना काम रोकना पड़ा।

The shortage of micro-chips has affected global automobile production to such an extent that many factories had to halt their work.

Using 'इस हद तक... कि' (to such an extent that).

चिप्स की पैकेजिंग में इस्तेमाल होने वाली नाइट्रोजन गैस न केवल उन्हें टूटने से बचाती है, बल्कि उनके ऑक्सीकरण को भी रोकती है।

The nitrogen gas used in the packaging of chips not only protects them from breaking but also prevents their oxidation.

Correlative conjunction 'न केवल... बल्कि' (not only... but also).

सांस्कृतिक दृष्टिकोण से, चिप्स का साझाकरण युवाओं के बीच सामाजिक जुड़ाव और अनौपचारिक संवाद स्थापित करने का एक सूक्ष्म माध्यम है।

From a cultural perspective, the sharing of chips is a subtle medium for establishing social connection and informal dialogue among the youth.

Academic phrasing 'सांस्कृतिक दृष्टिकोण से'.

बाज़ार के बदलते रुझानों को देखते हुए, कंपनियों को अब कृत्रिम स्वादों के बजाय जैविक और प्राकृतिक सामग्री से बने चिप्स पेश करने पड़ रहे हैं।

Looking at the changing market trends, companies are now having to introduce chips made from organic and natural ingredients instead of artificial flavors.

Participle phrase 'देखते हुए' and compulsion 'पेश करने पड़ रहे हैं'.

常见搭配

चिप्स का पैकेट

आलू के चिप्स

मसालेदार चिप्स

तीखे चिप्स

चिप्स खाना

चिप्स खरीदना

सादे चिप्स

केले के चिप्स

चिप्स और कोल्ड ड्रिंक

चिप्स सील जाना

常用短语

एक पैकेट चिप्स देना

चिप्स खाओगे?

चिप्स खत्म हो गए

चिप्स सील गए हैं

चिप्स बहुत तीखे हैं

चिप्स मत खाओ

चिप्स और चाय

चिप्स का चूरा

चिप्स की दुकान

हवा वाले चिप्स

容易混淆的词

चिप्स vs पापड़ (Papad - traditional lentil crisp)

चिप्स vs फ्रेंच फ्राइज़ (French fries - thick, soft potato sticks)

चिप्स vs नमकीन (Namkeen - generic savory mix)

习语与表达

容易混淆

चिप्स vs

句型

如何使用

literal

Used for the physical snack.

regional

Universally understood across all Hindi-speaking regions.

metaphorical

Rarely used metaphorically in Hindi, unlike English ('chips are down').

常见错误

Using feminine adjectives (e.g., अच्छी चिप्स instead of अच्छे चिप्स).
Using the singular verb form (e.g., चिप्स गिर गया instead of चिप्स गिर गए).
Adding the postposition 'को' unnecessarily (e.g., चिप्स को खाओ instead of चिप्स खाओ).
Trying to use the singular 'चिप' for a piece of food.
Translating English idioms literally (e.g., 'when the chips are down').

小贴士

Masculine Plural Agreement

Always remember that 'चिप्स' is masculine plural. Use 'हैं' (are) instead of 'है' (is). Example: चिप्स अच्छे हैं।

Use 'वाले' for Flavors

To specify a flavor, use the word 'वाले'. For example, 'टमाटर वाले चिप्स' (tomato chips) or 'नमक वाले चिप्स' (salted chips).

Sharing is Caring

In Indian culture, if you open a packet of chips in a group, it is expected that you offer it to others first. Saying 'चिप्स खाओगे?' is a good habit.

Price as Identifier

In local shops, it's common to ask for chips by their price rather than size. 'बीस रुपये वाले चिप्स' (20-rupee chips) is the standard way to ask for a medium bag.

Soft Pronunciation

Don't stress the 'p' or 's' too much. The word flows softly in a Hindi sentence, almost blending with the next word.

Avoid 'को'

Do not use the object marker 'को' when eating chips. 'मैं चिप्स खा रहा हूँ' is correct. 'मैं चिप्स को खा रहा हूँ' sounds unnatural.

Soggy Chips

Learn the word 'सीलना' (to become soggy). It's very useful during the Indian monsoon season when chips lose their crunch quickly.

Train Travel

Listen for the word 'चिप्स' at railway stations. It's one of the most frequently shouted words by platform vendors.

Quantifiers

Use 'थोड़े' (a few/some) or 'बहुत सारे' (many/a lot) with chips. Example: 'मुझे थोड़े चिप्स दो' (Give me some chips).

Tea Time Snack

Chips are a perfectly acceptable, quick alternative to traditional snacks when serving evening tea (चाय) to unexpected guests.

记住它

记忆技巧

Chips sounds exactly like English 'chips'. Just remember to treat it as a group of boys (masculine plural) in Hindi grammar!

词源

English

文化背景

Eating chips loudly in a quiet, formal setting (like a classroom or meeting) is considered rude.

Offering chips to a guest or friend is a casual, friendly gesture.

In South India, 'chips' often defaults to banana chips rather than potato chips.

在生活中练习

真实语境

对话开场白

"तुम्हें कौन से फ्लेवर के चिप्स पसंद हैं? (Which flavor of chips do you like?)"

"क्या हम फिल्म के लिए चिप्स ले लें? (Should we get chips for the movie?)"

"तुम्हें आलू के चिप्स पसंद हैं या केले के? (Do you prefer potato chips or banana chips?)"

"चिप्स का पैकेट कितने का आता है? (How much does a packet of chips cost?)"

"क्या तुमने नए वाले तीखे चिप्स खाए हैं? (Have you tried the new spicy chips?)"

日记主题

Describe your favorite memory associated with eating chips.

Write about the difference between homemade chips and store-bought chips.

Do you think chips should be banned in schools? Why or why not?

Describe the process of making chips at home.

Write a short story about a missing packet of chips.

常见问题

10 个问题

In Hindi, 'चिप्स' is almost always treated as a masculine plural noun. You use plural verbs and adjectives with it, such as 'अच्छे चिप्स' (good chips) or 'चिप्स गिर गए' (the chips fell).

You can simply say 'भैया, एक चिप्स का पैकेट देना' (Brother, give me a packet of chips). You can also specify the price, like 'दस रुपये वाले चिप्स देना' (Give me the ten-rupee chips).

While technically possible, it sounds very unnatural in Hindi when talking about food. Native speakers usually just use the plural 'चिप्स' even for a small amount, or say 'चिप्स का एक टुकड़ा' (a piece of chips).

No, while it most commonly refers to potato chips, it can be used for other types as well. For example, 'केले के चिप्स' (banana chips) or 'साबूदाना चिप्स' (tapioca chips).

It is a masculine noun. This is important for grammatical agreement. You must say 'मेरे चिप्स' (my chips), not 'मेरी चिप्स'.

You can say 'तीखे चिप्स' (spicy chips) or 'मसाले वाले चिप्स' (spicy/masala chips). Both are very common and natural.

There isn't a direct, single-word equivalent that is commonly used. People might say 'आलू के कतले' (potato slices), but 'चिप्स' is the universally accepted and preferred term.

Yes, just like in English, 'चिप्स' can refer to computer microchips. The context of the conversation usually makes it clear which type of chip is being discussed.

You use the verb 'सील जाना'. So, 'चिप्स सील गए हैं' means the chips have become soggy or lost their crispness due to moisture.

It is a casual snack. It is perfectly fine to eat with friends or while traveling, but it is polite to offer some to the people around you before you start eating.