कपड़ा
Cloth, clothing; woven or felted fabric, or garments.
कपड़ा 30秒了解
- Kapda is the Hindi word for cloth or fabric.
- The plural form 'kapde' is commonly used to mean 'clothes'.
- It is a masculine noun following standard 'ā' to 'e' pluralization.
- It is culturally significant as a basic necessity in India.
The Hindi word कपड़ा (Kapḍā) is a fundamental noun that every learner must master early on. At its most basic level, it refers to 'cloth' or 'fabric'—the raw material produced by weaving or knitting fibers. However, in daily conversation, its meaning expands significantly to encompass 'clothing' or 'garments' in general. When you walk into a textile shop in Jaipur, you are looking at 'kapḍā' as a material. When you open your wardrobe in the morning to decide what to wear, you are looking at your 'kapḍe' (the plural form). The word is deeply embedded in the Indian psyche, representing one of the three basic necessities of human life, famously summarized in the phrase Roti, Kapda, aur Makaan (Food, Clothing, and Shelter).
- Material Aspect
- Refers to the physical textile, such as cotton (sūti), silk (reśmī), or wool (ūnī). It is the substance before it is tailored into a specific shape.
यह कपड़ा बहुत नरम है। (This cloth is very soft.)
In a cultural context, 'kapḍā' carries weight beyond just utility. India has a rich history of textiles, from the ancient Khadi movement led by Mahatma Gandhi to the intricate weaves of Banarasi silk. Therefore, when a local speaks of 'kapḍā', they might be referring to the quality of the weave, the vibrancy of the dye, or the social status associated with the garment. It is used in various registers, from the humble rag used for cleaning (ponchne ka kapḍā) to the high-end designer wear seen at weddings.
- Functional Aspect
- Refers to finished garments. In the plural form 'kapḍe', it is the standard way to say 'clothes'.
नये कपड़े पहनो। (Wear new clothes.)
Understanding the versatility of this word allows you to navigate diverse situations. Whether you are at a dry cleaner (dhobī), a tailor (darzī), or a shopping mall, 'kapḍā' is your go-to term. It also appears in metaphorical contexts, such as describing someone's character or the 'fabric' of a community, though 'vunavat' (weave) is more common for the latter. The word's simplicity belies its importance in daily Hindi communication, making it a cornerstone of A2 level vocabulary.
- Metaphorical Usage
- Sometimes used to denote one's outward appearance or social standing, as clothes often reflect identity in South Asian cultures.
सादे कपड़ों में भी वह सुंदर दिखती है। (She looks beautiful even in simple clothes.)
मेज पर बिछाने वाला कपड़ा कहाँ है? (Where is the tablecloth?)
Using कपड़ा correctly requires an understanding of its grammatical gender (masculine) and its pluralization. In Hindi, nouns ending in 'ā' typically change to 'e' in the direct plural and 'oñ' in the oblique plural. This section explores how to integrate the word into various sentence structures, from simple descriptions to complex instructions.
- Subjective Use
- When the cloth itself is the subject performing an action or being described.
यह कपड़ा रंग छोड़ता है। (This cloth bleeds color.)
When talking about the act of wearing, the verb pahan-nā (to wear) is used. Interestingly, 'kapḍā' can also be used as a collective noun in some contexts, though 'kapḍe' is more frequent for a set of clothes. If you are at a tailor's shop, you might say 'is kapḍe se ek qamīz sil do' (stitch a shirt from this cloth). Here, 'kapḍe' is in the oblique case because of the postposition 'se'.
- Objective Use
- When an action is performed on the cloth, such as washing, cutting, or buying.
मैंने बाज़ार से महँगा कपड़ा खरीदा। (I bought expensive cloth from the market.)
In the plural, the transformation is vital. 'Kapḍe' refers to the garments you are wearing. 'Kapḍe badalnā' means to change clothes, while 'kapḍe dhonā' means to do the laundry. If you want to specify a particular type of cloth, you place the adjective before 'kapḍā'. For example, 'reshamī kapḍā' (silken cloth) or 'mūṭā kapḍā' (thick/coarse cloth).
- Possessive Use
- Using postpositions like 'kā' to show belonging or quality.
इस कपड़े की बनावट अच्छी है। (The texture of this cloth is good.)
धूप में कपड़े सुखा दो। (Dry the clothes in the sun.)
The word कपड़ा is ubiquitous in Indian life. You will hear it in the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk in Delhi, where merchants shout about the quality of their 'kapḍā'. You will hear it in every household when a mother tells her child to change their 'kapḍe' after playing outside. It is a word that bridges the gap between the commercial, the domestic, and the ceremonial.
- In the Marketplace
- Shopkeepers use it to describe their inventory. You'll hear phrases like 'thān kā kapḍā' (cloth from a bolt/roll).
भैया, यह कपड़ा कितने रुपये मीटर है? (Brother, how much is this cloth per meter?)
In Bollywood movies and Hindi songs, 'kapḍā' often appears in lyrics describing beauty or poverty. A famous song might mention the 'reshamī kapḍe' (silken clothes) of a beloved. Conversely, in social dramas, the lack of 'kapḍā' symbolizes extreme hardship. In news reports, you might hear about the 'kapḍā udyog' (textile industry), which is a major part of the Indian economy.
- At Home
- Daily chores revolve around this word. From washing to ironing (istrī karnā), 'kapḍā' is the central object.
गीले कपड़े बाहर मत छोड़ो। (Don't leave wet clothes outside.)
Religious ceremonies also involve 'kapḍā'. During a 'Pūjā', a small piece of red cloth (lāl kapḍā) is often used to cover a deity or an altar. In weddings, the exchange of 'kapḍe' between families is a vital ritual. Even in death, the 'kafan' (shroud) is a specific type of 'kapḍā'. Thus, from birth to death, the word and the object it represents are constant companions to a Hindi speaker.
- Professional Settings
- Tailors and designers use technical terms alongside 'kapḍā' to discuss measurements and cuts.
इस कपड़े में अस्तर लगाना पड़ेगा। (A lining will have to be put in this cloth.)
साफ कपड़े पहनकर मंदिर जाओ। (Go to the temple wearing clean clothes.)
While कपड़ा is a relatively simple word, learners often stumble on its pluralization and gender-based agreements. Because English uses 'cloth' (uncountable/material) and 'clothes' (plural/garments) differently, the Hindi transition can be tricky. A common error is using the singular 'kapḍā' when referring to an entire outfit or a collection of garments.
- The Singular vs. Plural Trap
- Learners often say 'mere kapḍā gande haiñ' (my cloth are dirty). The correct form is 'mere kapḍe gande haiñ'.
❌ वह कपड़ा पहन रहा है। (He is wearing cloth - sounds like he's wrapping a raw fabric.)
✅ वह कपड़े पहन रहा है। (He is putting on clothes.)
Another mistake involves gender agreement. Since 'kapḍā' is masculine, all associated adjectives and verbs must reflect this. Beginners sometimes mistakenly treat it as feminine, perhaps because 'poshāk' (outfit) is feminine. Saying 'achī kapḍā' is incorrect; it must be 'achā kapḍā'. Similarly, in the plural, it's 'achē kapḍe'.
- Oblique Case Confusion
- When a postposition like 'meñ' (in) or 'par' (on) follows, 'kapḍā' becomes 'kapḍe' and 'kapḍe' (plural) becomes 'kapḍoñ'.
❌ इन कपड़े को धो दो। (Wash these clothes - incorrect oblique plural.)
✅ इन कपड़ों को धो दो। (Wash these clothes - correct oblique plural.)
Lastly, don't confuse 'kapḍā' with 'kapās' (cotton). While 'kapḍā' can be made of 'kapās', they are not interchangeable. Also, avoid using 'kapḍā' for specialized textiles like 'leather' (chamḍā), which has its own specific term. Using the word too broadly can make your Hindi sound imprecise.
- Verb Pairing
- Confusing 'oḍhnā' (to wrap/drape) with 'pahannā' (to wear). You 'oḍh' a shawl (which is a kapḍā) but 'pahan' a shirt.
मेज पर कपड़ा बिछाओ, पहनो नहीं! (Spread the cloth on the table, don't wear it!)
अलमारी में कपड़े ठीक से रखो। (Keep the clothes properly in the cupboard.)
While कपड़ा is the most common word, Hindi offers a variety of synonyms and related terms depending on the formality and context. Knowing these will help you sound more natural and sophisticated. From the formal Sanskrit-derived 'vastra' to the Urdu-influenced 'libās', each word has its own nuance.
- वस्त्र (Vastra)
- A formal, Sanskritized term for clothing. Often used in literature, religious contexts, or official signage (e.g., 'vastra-ālaya' for a clothing store).
प्राचीन काल में लोग सूती वस्त्र पहनते थे। (In ancient times, people wore cotton garments.)
Then there is पोशाक (Poshāk), which specifically refers to an 'outfit' or 'costume'. If you are talking about a uniform or a specific dress for an occasion, 'poshāk' is more appropriate than 'kapḍā'. For example, 'shādī kī poshāk' (wedding outfit). लिबास (Libās) is another elegant alternative, often used in poetry or high-register Urdu-Hindi to describe one's attire.
- चीर (Cheer)
- An archaic or poetic word for cloth. Famous in the context of 'Cheer-haran' from the Mahabharata.
उसकी पोशाक बहुत भव्य थी। (His outfit was very grand.)
For specific types of fabric, Hindi uses loanwords or descriptive terms. 'Thān' refers to a whole bolt of cloth. 'Chit' refers to chintz or printed cloth. If you're talking about a small piece of cloth for cleaning, you might use 'chithṛā' (rag), though this can be derogatory if applied to someone's clothes. Understanding these distinctions prevents you from using 'kapḍā' in every single situation.
- लत्ता (Lattā)
- A colloquial, slightly informal term often paired with 'kapḍā' as 'kapḍā-lattā' to mean 'clothes and gear'.
अपना कपड़ा-लत्ता समेटो और निकलो। (Pack your clothes and stuff and leave.)
यह रेशम का थान है। (This is a bolt of silk.)
How Formal Is It?
"कृपया अपने वस्त्र यहाँ बदलें।"
"मुझे नए कपड़े खरीदने हैं।"
"अरे, अपना कपड़ा-लत्ता उठा और चल।"
"चलो, अच्छे कपड़े पहनो और पार्क चलो।"
"क्या धाँसू कपड़े पहने हैं भाई!"
趣味小知识
The word 'Kapḍā' is so central to Indian life that it forms part of the 'Roti, Kapda, Makaan' slogan which has influenced Indian politics and cinema for decades.
发音指南
- Pronouncing 'ḍ' as a dental 'd' (like in 'the').
- Aspirating the 'k' (making it sound like 'khapda').
- Making the first 'a' too long (like 'kaapda').
- Ignoring the retroflex nature of the 'ḍ'.
- Pronouncing the final 'ā' as a short 'a'.
难度评级
Easy to recognize the characters.
The retroflex 'ḍ' with a dot below needs attention.
Retroflex 'ḍ' is tricky for English natives.
Commonly heard and easy to distinguish.
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需要掌握的语法
Masculine nouns ending in 'ā' change to 'e' in plural.
कपड़ा -> कपड़े
Oblique plural of 'ā' ending nouns ends in 'oñ'.
कपड़ों को देखो।
Adjective agreement with masculine nouns.
नीला कपड़ा, नीले कपड़े।
Postpositions trigger the oblique case.
इस कपड़े में (In this cloth).
Compound verbs with clothes.
कपड़े पहन लेना (To put on clothes).
按水平分级的例句
यह मेरा कपड़ा है।
This is my cloth.
Singular masculine 'kapḍā' with 'merā'.
वह लाल कपड़ा है।
That is red cloth.
Adjective 'lāl' remains unchanged.
मेरे पास कपड़े हैं।
I have clothes.
Plural 'kapḍe' with 'haiñ'.
कपड़ा कहाँ है?
Where is the cloth?
Simple interrogative sentence.
यह कपड़ा साफ है।
This cloth is clean.
Adjective 'sāf' describes the noun.
मुझे कपड़ा चाहिए।
I want cloth.
Use of 'chāhiye' for requirement.
नया कपड़ा देखो।
Look at the new cloth.
Imperative 'dekho'.
यह छोटा कपड़ा है।
This is a small cloth.
Adjective 'choṭā' agrees with masculine singular.
बाज़ार से कपड़ा लाओ।
Bring cloth from the market.
Imperative 'lāo' with source 'se'.
वह कपड़े धो रही है।
She is washing clothes.
Present continuous tense.
यह कपड़ा बहुत महँगा है।
This cloth is very expensive.
Adverb 'bahut' modifying adjective 'mahñgā'.
क्या आप कपड़े बेचते हैं?
Do you sell clothes?
Present simple question.
मुझे नीले कपड़े पसंद हैं।
I like blue clothes.
Plural agreement 'nīle kapḍe'.
मेज पर कपड़ा बिछा दो।
Spread the cloth on the table.
Compound verb 'bichā do'.
ये कपड़े पुराने हैं।
These clothes are old.
Demonstrative 'ye' for plural.
दर्जी कपड़ा काट रहा है।
The tailor is cutting the cloth.
Subject 'darzī' performing action.
गर्मी के लिए सूती कपड़ा सबसे अच्छा होता है।
Cotton cloth is best for summer.
General truth using 'hotā hai'.
मैंने अपने कपड़े अलमारी में रख दिए।
I kept my clothes in the cupboard.
Perfective tense with 'rakh diye'.
इस कपड़े का रंग पक्का है।
The color of this cloth is fast/permanent.
Possessive 'kā' with 'kapḍe'.
शादी के लिए नए कपड़े सिलवाने हैं।
New clothes have to be stitched for the wedding.
Causative-like infinitive 'silvāne'.
वह हमेशा साफ-सुथरे कपड़े पहनता है।
He always wears neat and clean clothes.
Rhyming compound 'sāf-suthre'.
क्या यह कपड़ा मशीन में धोया जा सकता है?
Can this cloth be washed in a machine?
Passive potential structure.
धूप में कपड़े जल्दी सूख जाते हैं।
Clothes dry quickly in the sun.
Adverb 'jaldī' and compound verb 'sūkh jāte'.
उसने फटे हुए कपड़े पहने थे।
He was wearing torn clothes.
Participle 'phaṭe hue' as adjective.
भारतीय कपड़ा उद्योग दुनिया भर में प्रसिद्ध है।
The Indian textile industry is famous worldwide.
Noun compound 'kapḍā udyog'.
इस कपड़े की बुनावट बहुत बारीक है।
The weave of this cloth is very fine.
Abstract noun 'bunāvaṭ'.
हमें खादी के कपड़ों को बढ़ावा देना चाहिए।
We should promote Khadi clothes.
Oblique plural 'kapḍoñ' with postposition 'ko'.
कपड़े इंसान की शख्सियत को दर्शाते हैं।
Clothes reflect a person's personality.
Formal verb 'darśāte haiñ'.
रेशमी कपड़े की देखभाल करना मुश्किल होता है।
It is difficult to take care of silk cloth.
Infinitive phrase as subject.
बाढ़ पीड़ितों के लिए कपड़े इकट्ठे किए जा रहे हैं।
Clothes are being collected for flood victims.
Passive continuous 'kiye jā rahe haiñ'.
यह कपड़ा आग पकड़ने वाला है, सावधानी बरतें।
This cloth is flammable, be careful.
Agentive 'vālā' construction.
उसने अपने पुराने कपड़े गरीबों में बाँट दिए।
He distributed his old clothes among the poor.
Compound verb 'bāñṭ diye'.
समाज का ताना-बाना एक मज़बूत कपड़े की तरह होता है।
The fabric of society is like a strong cloth.
Metaphorical use of 'kapḍā'.
कबीर ने अपनी कविताओं में 'झीनी चदरिया' के रूप में कपड़े का आध्यात्मिक वर्णन किया है।
Kabir has spiritually described cloth as a 'fine veil' in his poems.
Literary reference.
सिंथेटिक कपड़ों के बढ़ते उपयोग से पर्यावरण पर बुरा असर पड़ रहा है।
The increasing use of synthetic fabrics is adversely affecting the environment.
Complex cause-effect structure.
उसने अपनी गरीबी को फटे कपड़ों के पीछे छिपाने की कोशिश की।
He tried to hide his poverty behind torn clothes.
Symbolic usage.
यह कपड़ा अपनी मज़बूती और टिकाऊपन के लिए जाना जाता है।
This cloth is known for its strength and durability.
Formal passive 'jānā jātā hai'.
हथकरघा कपड़े की माँग अंतरराष्ट्रीय बाज़ार में बढ़ रही है।
The demand for handloom cloth is rising in the international market.
Compound noun 'hathkarghā kapḍā'.
कपड़ों के चुनाव से आपकी सामाजिक स्थिति का पता चलता है।
Your choice of clothes reveals your social status.
Abstract noun 'chunāv'.
इस कपड़े पर की गई कढ़ाई लुप्त हो रही कला का नमूना है।
The embroidery on this cloth is a specimen of a dying art.
Relative clause structure.
वस्त्रों का चयन केवल तन ढंकने के लिए नहीं, बल्कि आत्म-अभिव्यक्ति का माध्यम है।
The selection of garments is not just to cover the body, but a medium of self-expression.
Philosophical register.
औद्योगिकीकरण ने पारंपरिक कपड़ा बुनकरों की आजीविका को संकट में डाल दिया है।
Industrialization has jeopardized the livelihood of traditional cloth weavers.
Socio-economic analysis.
संस्कृति के वस्त्र में हर परंपरा एक धागे के समान पिरोई गई है।
In the garment of culture, every tradition is woven like a thread.
Highly metaphorical.
कपड़े की नश्वरता और आत्मा की अमरता के बीच का द्वंद्व दार्शनिक चिंतन का विषय है।
The conflict between the perishability of cloth and the immortality of the soul is a subject of philosophical reflection.
Advanced vocabulary (naśvartā, amartā).
वैश्वीकरण के इस दौर में 'फास्ट फैशन' ने कपड़ा उत्पादन के नैतिक मानकों को चुनौती दी है।
In this era of globalization, 'fast fashion' has challenged the ethical standards of cloth production.
Contemporary critique.
प्राचीन ग्रंथों में 'पीतांबर' जैसे शब्दों का प्रयोग विशिष्ट प्रकार के रेशमी कपड़े के लिए किया गया है।
In ancient texts, words like 'Pitambar' were used for a specific type of yellow silk cloth.
Historical linguistic analysis.
कपड़ा केवल एक वस्तु नहीं, बल्कि मानवीय सभ्यता के विकास का एक जीवंत दस्तावेज़ है।
Cloth is not just an object, but a living document of the evolution of human civilization.
Grand rhetorical statement.
उसकी बातों में सच्चाई का कपड़ा इतना झीना था कि झूठ साफ झलक रहा था।
The fabric of truth in his words was so thin that the lie was clearly visible.
Complex literary metaphor.
常见搭配
常用短语
— The three basic necessities of life: food, clothing, and shelter.
हर इंसान को रोटी, कपड़ा और मकान चाहिए।
容易混淆的词
Kapās is raw cotton; Kapḍā is the finished cloth.
Kāgaz is paper; sometimes confused by beginners due to the 'ka' sound.
Kabāḍ is junk/scrap; sounds slightly similar but totally different meaning.
习语与表达
— To act in extreme frustration or madness.
वह गुस्से में अपने कपड़े फाड़ने लगा।
Colloquial— To have one's reputation tarnished.
एक छोटी सी गलती से उसके सफेद कपड़ों पर दाग लग गया।
Metaphorical— To grow out of one's clothes (literally) or to be very excited (figuratively).
बच्चा इतनी जल्दी बड़ा हो गया कि कपड़ों से बाहर हो गया।
Informal— To be in a miserable or helpless state.
बारिश में वह भीगा कपड़ा बनकर खड़ा था।
Descriptive— To change something (like opinions or partners) very frequently.
वह अपने वादे कपड़ों की तरह बदलता है।
Critical— While not using 'kapda', it refers to fabric losing color, used for people changing loyalties.
वह वक्त पड़ने पर कपड़े की तरह रंग बदलता है।
Informal— Related to the laundry context, meaning someone who belongs nowhere.
उसकी हालत धोबी के कुत्ते जैसी हो गई है।
Proverbial— You can't take wealth with you when you die (shroud has no pockets).
पैसे का लालच मत करो, कफन में जेब नहीं होती।
Philosophical容易混淆
Rhymes with Kapḍā.
Chamḍā is leather (animal skin), while Kapḍā is textile fabric.
यह कपड़ा नहीं, चमड़ा है।
Rhymes with Kapḍā.
Lakḍā is wood (colloquial for lakḍī).
लकड़ा सख्त होता है, कपड़ा नरम।
Rhymes and sounds similar.
Pakḍā is the past tense of 'to catch' (pakaḍnā).
उसने चोर को पकड़ा।
Rhymes with Kapḍā.
Tukḍā means a piece or fragment of anything.
कपड़े का एक टुकड़ा दो।
Rhymes with Kapḍā.
Mukhḍā is a poetic term for face.
उसका मुखड़ा चाँद जैसा है।
句型
यह [Color] कपड़ा है।
यह लाल कपड़ा है।
मेरे पास [Number] कपड़े हैं।
मेरे पास चार कपड़े हैं।
मुझे [Material] कपड़ा चाहिए।
मुझे सूती कपड़ा चाहिए।
[Noun] पर कपड़ा बिछाओ।
मेज पर कपड़ा बिछाओ।
यह कपड़ा [Adjective] है।
यह कपड़ा बहुत मज़बूत है।
कपड़े [Verb] दो।
कपड़े धो दो।
इस कपड़े की [Property] अच्छी है।
इस कपड़े की बुनावट अच्छी है।
कपड़ा [Metaphor].
समाज का कपड़ा मज़बूत होना चाहिए।
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如何使用
Extremely High in daily life.
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Using 'kapda' for plural clothes.
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kapde
In Hindi, you must pluralize the noun when referring to multiple garments.
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Treating 'kapda' as feminine.
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achā kapḍā
'Kapda' is masculine, so adjectives must end in 'ā' or 'e'.
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Saying 'kapda pahan-na' for wearing an outfit.
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kapde pahan-na
Unless you are wrapping a single sheet of fabric, use the plural.
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Forgetting the oblique case.
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kapdoñ ko dho do
When using postpositions like 'ko', the plural 'kapde' becomes 'kapdoñ'.
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Confusing 'kapda' with 'kapas'.
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kapda
'Kapas' is the plant/fiber; 'kapda' is the manufactured textile.
小贴士
Plural Rule
Always use 'kapde' when referring to the clothes you are wearing. 'Kapda' usually refers to the fabric itself.
Gifting
When attending an Indian wedding, giving 'kapde' (like a sari or suit piece) is a very traditional and respected gift.
Retroflex Sound
The 'ḍ' sound is vital. Practice saying 'road' in English but curl your tongue more to get the Hindi 'ḍ'.
Compound Words
Learn 'kapda-latta' to sound more like a native speaker in informal settings.
Buying Fabric
In India, many people buy 'kapda' and take it to a 'darzi' (tailor) rather than buying ready-made clothes.
Cleaning
If someone asks for a 'kapda' while cleaning, they want a rag, not a shirt!
Rhyme Time
Remember 'Kapda' rhymes with 'Pakda' (caught). You 'caught' the 'cloth'!
The Dot
Never forget the dot under the 'ḍ' in ड़. Without it, the sound changes completely.
Material vs Garment
Use 'suti kapda' for cotton material but 'mere kapde' for my clothes.
Sanskrit Root
Knowing it comes from 'Karpaṭa' helps you relate it to other Indo-Aryan languages.
记住它
记忆技巧
Think of a 'Cup' on a 'Dah' (day). You need a 'Kap-da' to wipe the cup every day. Or imagine a 'Cap' made of 'Da' (cloth).
视觉联想
Visualize a colorful roll of fabric at an Indian market being unrolled by a merchant. The sound of the fabric snapping is 'Kap-da'.
Word Web
挑战
Try to name five different items of 'kapde' in your room right now using Hindi adjectives (e.g., nīlā kapḍā).
词源
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'Karpaṭa' (कर्पट), which refers to a piece of cloth or a rag. Over centuries, through Prakrit and Apabhramsha, it evolved into the modern Hindi 'Kapḍā'.
原始含义： A piece of cloth, garment, or tattered clothing.
Indo-Aryan文化背景
Be careful when using 'chithṛā' (rag) as it can be offensive if used to describe someone's clothing.
English speakers often distinguish between 'cloth' and 'clothes'. In Hindi, 'kapda' covers both, but the plural 'kapde' is almost always 'clothes'.
在生活中练习
真实语境
Shopping
- यह कपड़ा कितने का है?
- क्या यह सूती है?
- पाँच मीटर कपड़ा दीजिए।
- इसका रंग तो नहीं निकलेगा?
Laundry
- कपड़े धो दिए?
- कपड़े सूख गए क्या?
- इन कपड़ों पर प्रेस कर दो।
- कपड़े अलमारी में रख दो।
Tailoring
- कपड़ा सिलना है।
- नाप ले लीजिए।
- कपड़ा कम तो नहीं पड़ेगा?
- अस्तर लगाना है।
Daily Routine
- कपड़े बदलो।
- साफ कपड़े पहनो।
- गंदे कपड़े कहाँ हैं?
- आज कौन से कपड़े पहनूँ?
Household
- मेज का कपड़ा गंदा है।
- पोछने का कपड़ा लाओ।
- पुराने कपड़े निकाल दो।
- कपड़ों की तह बनाओ।
对话开场白
"आप आमतौर पर कहाँ से कपड़े खरीदते हैं?"
"क्या आपको सूती कपड़ा पसंद है या रेशमी?"
"क्या आपने कभी भारतीय पारंपरिक कपड़े पहने हैं?"
"आपके देश में सबसे प्रसिद्ध कपड़ा कौन सा है?"
"क्या आप अपने कपड़े खुद धोते हैं?"
日记主题
आज आपने कौन से कपड़े पहने हैं? उनका वर्णन करें।
अपने पसंदीदा कपड़े के बारे में लिखें और बताएं कि वह आपको क्यों पसंद है।
अगर आपको एक नया कपड़ा डिजाइन करना हो, तो वह कैसा होगा?
भारतीय कपड़ा बाज़ार के अपने अनुभव के बारे में लिखें।
कपड़ों का हमारे व्यक्तित्व पर क्या प्रभाव पड़ता है? अपने विचार लिखें।
常见问题
10 个问题It is masculine. You say 'achā kapḍā' (good cloth) and 'merā kapḍā' (my cloth).
The plural of 'kapda' is 'kapde', which is the standard word for clothes.
'Kapda' is common and everyday, while 'vastra' is formal and often used in religious or literary contexts.
Yes, in the context of cleaning, 'kapda' can refer to a wiping cloth or rag.
It is called 'sūti kapḍā'.
Yes, it is a retroflex 'ḍ' (ड़). You must curl your tongue back to pronounce it correctly.
It's a colloquial term meaning 'clothes and other such belongings'.
You can say 'Kapḍā kitne rupaye mīṭar hai?'
It is often called 'binā silā kapḍā' or 'thān kā kapḍā'.
Yes, it becomes 'kapde' (singular oblique) or 'kapdoñ' (plural oblique). For example: 'kapde par' (on the cloth).
自我测试 180 个问题
Write a sentence in Hindi using 'Kapda' and 'Naya'.
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Translate: 'I am washing my clothes.'
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Write a sentence about 'Suti Kapda' and 'Garmi'.
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Translate: 'The tailor is stitching new clothes.'
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Use 'Kapda' in a sentence about a table.
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Translate: 'This silk cloth is very expensive.'
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Write a sentence using the plural oblique 'Kapdoñ'.
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Translate: 'Where did you buy these clothes?'
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Write a short paragraph (3 sentences) about your favorite clothes.
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Translate: 'The textile industry is important for India.'
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Write a sentence using 'Kapda-latta'.
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Translate: 'Don't wear dirty clothes.'
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Use 'Vastra' in a formal sentence.
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Translate: 'The color of this cloth is very bright.'
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Write a sentence about drying clothes in the sun.
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Translate: 'I need five meters of cloth.'
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Write a sentence about a 'Darzi' taking measurements.
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Translate: 'These clothes are too small for me.'
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Use 'Kapda' as a metaphor for society.
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Translate: 'He distributed old clothes to the poor.'
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Pronounce 'Kapda' correctly. Focus on the retroflex 'ḍ'.
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Say 'I want new clothes' in Hindi.
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Describe the clothes you are wearing right now in Hindi.
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Ask a shopkeeper for the price of a cloth per meter.
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Tell someone to wash their dirty clothes.
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Explain why you like cotton clothes in Hindi.
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Say 'The tailor is stitching my clothes' in Hindi.
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Talk about the importance of 'Roti, Kapda, Makaan' for 30 seconds.
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Ask if a cloth will bleed color.
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Tell a story about a time you bought a special 'Kapda'.
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Say 'Dry the clothes in the sun' in Hindi.
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Compare 'Kapda' and 'Vastra' in your own words.
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Say 'This cloth is very soft' in Hindi.
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Invite someone to go clothes shopping with you.
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Describe the texture of a fabric in Hindi.
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Say 'Change your clothes quickly' in Hindi.
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Talk about the traditional clothes of your country in Hindi.
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Ask a dry cleaner to iron your clothes.
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Recite a Hindi poem or line that mentions 'Kapda'.
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Say 'I have a lot of clothes' in Hindi.
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Listen to the word: 'Kapḍā'. Identify the vowel sound at the end.
Listen: 'Mummy kapde dho rahi hain.' Who is washing clothes?
Listen: 'Yeh suti kapda hai.' What material is mentioned?
Listen: 'Darzi ne kapda kaat diya.' What did the tailor do?
Listen: 'Kapde sukh gaye hain.' Are the clothes dry or wet?
Listen: 'Bazaar se naye kapde lao.' Where should the clothes come from?
Listen: 'Is kapde ka rang nila hai.' What color is the cloth?
Listen: 'Purane kapde garibon ko de do.' Who should get the old clothes?
Listen: 'Reshmi kapda bahut mulayam hota hai.' How does silk cloth feel?
Listen: 'Kapda udyog mein bahut log kaam karte hain.' Where do many people work?
Listen: 'Almari mein kapde rakho.' Where to keep the clothes?
Listen: 'Mej par kapda bichao.' Where to spread the cloth?
Listen: 'Yeh kapda mahnga hai.' Is the cloth cheap or expensive?
Listen: 'Dhup mein kapde mat chhoro.' Where not to leave the clothes?
Listen: 'Kapde badal kar aao.' What should the person do before coming?
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Summary
Mastering 'kapda' involves knowing its dual role as 'material' (singular) and 'garments' (plural). For example: 'Yah kapda suti hai' (This cloth is cotton) vs 'Mere kapde naye hain' (My clothes are new).
- Kapda is the Hindi word for cloth or fabric.
- The plural form 'kapde' is commonly used to mean 'clothes'.
- It is a masculine noun following standard 'ā' to 'e' pluralization.
- It is culturally significant as a basic necessity in India.
Plural Rule
Always use 'kapde' when referring to the clothes you are wearing. 'Kapda' usually refers to the fabric itself.
Gifting
When attending an Indian wedding, giving 'kapde' (like a sari or suit piece) is a very traditional and respected gift.
Retroflex Sound
The 'ḍ' sound is vital. Practice saying 'road' in English but curl your tongue more to get the Hindi 'ḍ'.
Compound Words
Learn 'kapda-latta' to sound more like a native speaker in informal settings.
例句
मुझे नए कपड़े खरीदने हैं।
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更多daily_life词汇
आभूषण
B2珠宝；个人装饰品，如项链、戒指或手镯。
आजकल
A2At the present time, in contrast with the past.
आँखें
A2她的眼睛很大。(Her eyes are very big.)
आखिर में
B1终于，在长时间或困难之后。
आलमारी
B1用于存放衣服、书或家庭用品的柜子或衣柜。
आराम करना
A1休息。
आत्मनिर्भर होना
B1To be self-reliant; to be independent.
आठवां
B2Eighth; constituting number eight in a sequence.
आधी रात
A2午夜：凌晨0点整，新的一天的开始。是一天的正中间。
आवश्यक होना
B2To be necessary, essential, or required.
