खोजबीन करना
To research; to investigate systematically.
The Hindi verb खोजबीन करना (Khojbeen karna) is a multifaceted term that translates most accurately to 'to research' or 'to investigate systematically.' While the root word 'khoj' simply means 'search' or 'discovery,' the addition of 'been'—derived from the act of picking or sifting—elevates the meaning to a level of scrutiny and detail. It is not just about finding something lost; it is about the process of uncovering facts, analyzing evidence, and looking beneath the surface. This term is categorized at the B1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages because it moves beyond basic survival Hindi into the realm of professional, academic, and investigative discourse. You will encounter this word in news reports regarding police investigations, in academic settings when discussing a thesis, and in corporate environments when a thorough audit or market research is required.
- Formal Investigation
- In legal or journalistic contexts, it refers to a structured inquiry. For example, 'Police mamle ki khojbeen kar rahi hai' (The police are investigating the matter).
- Academic Research
- When a student or scientist explores a topic deeply. 'Vaigyanik nayi dava ki khojbeen kar rahe hain' (Scientists are researching a new medicine).
- Daily Scrutiny
- Used when someone is being nosy or checking something very carefully, like looking through old files or checking someone's background.
सच्चाई का पता लगाने के लिए हमें और खोजबीन करनी होगी। (To find the truth, we will have to do more investigation.)
क्या आपने इस पुराने घर की खोजबीन की? (Did you investigate this old house?)
बिना खोजबीन किए किसी पर भरोसा मत करो। (Do not trust anyone without doing an investigation.)
इतिहासकारों ने प्राचीन लिपि की खोजबीन की। (Historians investigated the ancient script.)
पत्रकार भ्रष्टाचार के मामले में खोजबीन कर रहा है। (The journalist is investigating the corruption case.)
Using खोजबीन करना requires an understanding of how compound verbs function in Hindi. The noun part 'khojbeen' is feminine, which influences the verb 'karna' in certain grammatical constructions, particularly in the perfective aspect. When you say 'I investigated,' you are literally saying 'I did investigation.' Because 'khojbeen' is feminine, the verb 'karna' changes to 'ki' (feminine form) in the past tense when using the 'ne' construction. This nuance is vital for B1 learners who are transitioning from simple subject-verb agreements to more complex ergative structures. Furthermore, the word is often preceded by the possessive marker 'ki' because you are doing the investigation *of* something.
- Transitive Usage
- Usually follows the pattern: [Subject] + [Object] + ki + khojbeen karna. Example: 'Hum is vishay ki khojbeen karenge' (We will research this subject).
- Continuous Action
- When the investigation is ongoing. 'Vah pichle do ghante se khojbeen kar raha hai' (He has been investigating for the last two hours).
- Imperative/Command
- Giving a task. 'Is file ki achhi tarah se khojbeen karo' (Investigate this file thoroughly).
क्या पुलिस ने चोर की खोजबीन की? (Did the police investigate the thief?)
मैंने इंटरनेट पर बहुत खोजबीन की पर कुछ नहीं मिला। (I did a lot of research on the internet but found nothing.)
वह अपनी जड़ों की खोजबीन करने भारत आया है। (He has come to India to research his roots.)
In the modern Hindi-speaking world, खोजबीन करना is a staple of news media. Whether it is a breaking news story about a financial scam or a documentary about wildlife, this phrase provides the necessary weight to describe the effort behind the information. In Bollywood crime thrillers, detectives often tell their subordinates, 'Har kone ki khojbeen karo' (Investigate every corner). Beyond the professional sphere, you might hear it in a domestic setting—for instance, a mother might say she did a 'khojbeen' of her child's room to find a hidden report card. It carries a connotation of being thorough and perhaps a bit intrusive. In the age of digital information, 'Google par khojbeen karna' has become a common colloquialism for searching something online deeply rather than just a quick surface search.
- News & Media
- Used to describe investigative journalism or police updates. 'CBI ne naye sabooton ki khojbeen shuru kar di hai' (CBI has started the investigation of new evidence).
- Scientific Contexts
- Used for laboratory research or environmental studies. 'Antariksh mein jeevan ki khojbeen jari hai' (The investigation for life in space is ongoing).
- Social Contexts
- Used when checking backgrounds for marriage or business partnerships. 'Rishta tay karne se pehle parivaar ki khojbeen zaroori hai' (Investigating the family is necessary before finalizing the relationship).
आज के समाचारों में घोटाले की खोजबीन पर विशेष रिपोर्ट है। (In today's news, there is a special report on the investigation of the scam.)
One of the most frequent errors English speakers make is using खोजबीन करना when they simply mean 'to look for' something common. If you lost your pen, you should use 'dhoondhna' (to search/find). Using 'khojbeen karna' in that context makes it sound like you are launching a forensic investigation into the disappearance of your pen. Another common mistake is the gender agreement in the past tense. Because 'khojbeen' is a feminine noun, the verb must be 'ki', even if the subject is masculine. Many learners incorrectly say 'Usne khojbeen kiya' instead of the correct 'Usne khojbeen ki'. Finally, learners often forget the possessive marker 'ki' when referring to the object of investigation. You don't 'khojbeen' a person; you do the 'khojbeen' *of* a person (un-ki khojbeen).
- Incorrect Gender
- Wrong: Rahul ne khojbeen kiya. Correct: Rahul ne khojbeen ki.
- Contextual Overuse
- Wrong: Main apni chabi ki khojbeen kar raha hoon. Correct: Main apni chabi dhoondh raha hoon.
- Missing Postposition
- Wrong: Police chor khojbeen kar rahi hai. Correct: Police chor ki khojbeen kar rahi hai.
Hindi has a rich vocabulary for the act of searching and investigating, each with its own level of formality and specific domain. खोजबीन करना sits in the middle—it's formal enough for news but common enough for everyday speech. If you want to sound more academic, you might use 'Anusandhan' (Research). If you are talking about a police raid or a meticulous physical search, 'Chhanbeen' is a very close synonym that literally means 'sifting and searching.' Understanding these nuances helps you choose the right 'search' word for the right situation.
- अनुसंधान (Anusandhan)
- Highly formal and academic. Used for scientific research or PhD theses. Example: 'Cancer par anusandhan jari hai.'
- छानबीन (Chhanbeen)
- Almost interchangeable with Khojbeen but emphasizes the act of filtering out the truth from lies. Often used for crime scenes.
- जाँच-पड़ताल (Jaanch-partal)
- Refers to inspection and verification. Used in audits or checking documents. Example: 'Income tax vibhag jaanch-partal kar raha hai.'
- तफ़्तीश (Tafteesh)
- An Urdu-origin word specifically used for criminal investigation by the police.
按水平分级的例句
मैं अपनी किताब की खोजबीन कर रहा हूँ।
I am searching for my book (thoroughly).
Present continuous tense.
क्या तुमने खिलौने की खोजबीन की?
Did you search for the toy?
例句
पुलिस इस मामले की खोजबीन कर रही है।
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