ख़ुश
ख़ुश 30秒了解
- Khush is the standard Hindi word for 'happy' or 'pleased'.
- It is an adjective that does not change for gender or number.
- It is usually paired with the verb 'hona' (to be).
- Use the postposition 'se' to say what you are happy about.
The Hindi word ख़ुश (Khush) is one of the most fundamental and frequently used adjectives in the Hindi language, primarily meaning 'happy,' 'glad,' or 'pleased.' Derived from Persian roots, it has become deeply integrated into everyday Hindi and Urdu conversation. Unlike some more formal Sanskrit-derived synonyms like 'प्रसन्न' (prasann), khush is the go-to word for expressing general contentment, joy, or satisfaction in almost any social context, from casual chats with friends to semi-formal workplace interactions.
- Core Meaning
- The state of feeling or showing pleasure or contentment. It is an internal emotional state that is often triggered by external events or internal satisfaction.
आज मैं बहुत ख़ुश हूँ क्योंकि मेरा जन्मदिन है। (Today I am very happy because it is my birthday.)
In terms of usage, khush is incredibly versatile. It can describe a temporary mood ('I am happy right now') or a more permanent state of being. It is also used to express satisfaction with someone else's performance or a specific situation. For instance, a boss might say they are 'khush' with an employee's work. It is important to note that while the word itself is an adjective, it is almost always paired with the auxiliary verb 'होना' (hona - to be) or 'करना' (karna - to make) to form complete thoughts.
- Emotional Range
- It covers everything from mild satisfaction ('I'm okay with this') to intense joy ('I'm ecstatic'). The intensity is usually modified by adverbs like 'बहुत' (bahut - very) or 'ज़्यादा' (zyada - too much).
वह अपनी नई नौकरी से ख़ुश है। (She/He is happy with her/his new job.)
Culturally, being 'khush' is often associated with 'barkat' (blessings) and 'shanti' (peace). In Indian society, expressing happiness is often followed by sharing sweets (mithai), and the word khush is central to these celebrations. You will hear it in Bollywood songs constantly, where it represents the ultimate goal of the protagonist's journey. Whether it's the joy of love, the success of a family member, or simply a good meal, khush is the linguistic anchor for all positive experiences.
- Social Nuance
- When you tell someone 'Main khush hoon,' you are sharing a piece of your emotional well-being. It is a warm, inviting word that builds rapport.
क्या तुम इस फ़ैसले से ख़ुश हो? (Are you happy with this decision?)
Using ख़ुश (Khush) in a sentence is relatively straightforward because it functions as an invariable adjective. This means that unlike many Hindi adjectives (like 'achha' which becomes 'achhi' or 'achhe'), khush stays the same regardless of whether the person who is happy is male, female, singular, or plural. The grammatical heavy lifting is done by the verb that follows it, usually a form of 'hona' (to be).
- Basic Structure
- [Subject] + [Adverbs] + ख़ुश + [Verb 'hona']. Example: 'लड़का ख़ुश है' (The boy is happy) vs 'लड़की ख़ुश है' (The girl is happy).
हम सब आपकी जीत से बहुत ख़ुश हैं। (We all are very happy with your victory.)
To say 'to make someone happy,' you use the causative construction with 'karna' (to do/make). This is 'ख़ुश करना' (khush karna). For example, 'I want to make my parents happy' would be 'मैं अपने माता-पिता को ख़ुश करना चाहता हूँ.' Notice how the object (parents) is followed by the postposition 'ko'. This is a common pattern for transitive uses of the word.
- With Postpositions
- When you are happy *with* something or someone, you use the postposition 'से' (se). Example: 'Main tumse khush hoon' (I am happy with you).
वह अपने काम से ख़ुश नहीं है। (He is not happy with his work.)
In more complex sentences, khush can be used in the 'dekhkar' (having seen) or 'sunkar' (having heard) constructions. This allows you to express the reason for the happiness. For example, 'Aapko dekhkar khushi hui' (Happiness happened having seen you) is a common polite greeting, though it uses the noun form 'khushi'. Using the adjective: 'Main aapko dekhkar khush hoon' (I am happy to see you).
बच्चे खिलौने पाकर ख़ुश हो गए। (The children became happy after getting toys.)
Finally, consider the negative form. You can simply add 'nahin' (not) before khush. 'Main khush nahin hoon' (I am not happy). In more formal or literary contexts, you might see the prefix 'na-', making it 'na-khush' (unhappy/displeased), though this is less common in spoken Hindi than 'dukh' (sad) or 'pareshaan' (worried).
- Tense Changes
- Past: Main khush tha (I was happy). Future: Main khush hounga (I will be happy). The word 'khush' never changes!
You will hear ख़ुश (Khush) everywhere in the Hindi-speaking world. It is a staple of Bollywood cinema, where the pursuit of 'khushi' (happiness) is a central theme. In songs, the word is often stretched out for emotional effect. For example, in the famous song 'Khushiyan Hi Khushiyan Ho Daaman Mein Jiske,' the word is used to wish someone a life full of happiness. In daily life, it's used in greetings, blessings, and even in arguments ('Are you happy now?!').
- In the Marketplace
- A shopkeeper might say, 'Main is daam se khush nahin hoon' (I am not happy with this price) during a negotiation.
चलो, अब तो तुम ख़ुश हो न? (Come on, now you are happy, right?)
In family settings, elders often bless younger people by saying 'Khush raho' (Stay happy). This is more than just a wish; it's a standard way of ending a conversation or acknowledging a gesture of respect (like touching feet). You'll also hear it in the context of food—Indians are very passionate about their meals, and a common compliment to a cook is 'Khaana khakar dil khush ho gaya' (My heart became happy after eating this food).
- In News and Media
- News anchors use it when reporting on public reactions to government policies or sports victories: 'Janta is faisle se khush hai' (The public is happy with this decision).
वह अपनी कामयाबी पर बहुत ख़ुश दिख रहा था। (He was looking very happy at his success.)
Social media is another place where khush appears frequently. Captions like 'Feeling khush' or 'Khush mizaaj' (cheerful nature) are common. In the professional world, feedback often involves this word. A manager might tell a team, 'Main aapke performance se kaafi khush hoon' (I am quite happy with your performance). It serves as a simple, effective way to provide positive reinforcement without sounding overly formal or robotic.
क्या आप अपने जीवन से ख़ुश हैं? (Are you happy with your life?)
- Idiomatic Use
- 'Dil khush karna' (to make the heart happy) is used when something is exceptionally pleasing or beautiful.
The most frequent mistake English speakers make when using ख़ुश (Khush) is confusing it with the noun 'ख़ुशी' (Khushi). In English, 'happy' (adjective) and 'happiness' (noun) are distinct, and the same applies to Hindi. You cannot say 'Main khushi hoon' to mean 'I am happy'; that would literally mean 'I am happiness.' You must use the adjective khush with the verb 'to be'.
- The 'Khush' vs 'Khushi' Error
- Incorrect: 'Mujhe khush hai.' Correct: 'Main khush hoon' OR 'Mujhe khushi hai' (I have happiness/I am glad).
गलत: मैं बहुत ख़ुशी हूँ। (Wrong: I am very happiness.)
Another common error involves gender agreement. Many learners assume that because 'khush' ends in a consonant, it might need to change to 'khushi' for females. This is incorrect. As mentioned before, khush is an invariable adjective. Whether a man says it or a woman says it, the word remains khush. Only the verb 'hoon', 'hai', or 'tha/thi' changes to reflect the gender of the speaker.
- Gender Confusion
- Incorrect: 'Sita khushi hai.' Correct: 'Sita khush hai.' (Sita is happy).
सही: वह लड़की बहुत ख़ुश लग रही है। (Correct: That girl is looking very happy.)
Pronunciation is also a hurdle. The 'kh' in khush is a Persian 'kh' (dot below the 'ka' in Devanagari: ख़). It is a raspy sound from the back of the throat. Many beginners pronounce it as a simple 'k' (like 'kush'), which can sound uneducated or simply incorrect to native speakers. Similarly, the 'sh' (श) should be a soft 'sh' as in 'shoe', not a 's' as in 'sun'.
Finally, learners often struggle with the postposition 'se'. In English, we are happy 'with' or 'about' something. In Hindi, the standard postposition is 'se' (from/with). Using 'ke saath' (with) or 'ke bare mein' (about) is usually grammatically incorrect in this specific context. For example, 'I am happy with you' is 'Main tumse khush hoon,' not 'Main tumhare saath khush hoon' (which would mean 'I am happy [while being] with you').
- Postposition Pitfall
- Always use 'se' to indicate the source or object of your happiness. 'Main result se khush hoon.'
While ख़ुश (Khush) is the most common word for 'happy,' Hindi offers a rich palette of synonyms that carry different shades of meaning and formality. Understanding these can help you sound more natural and precise. The most direct formal alternative is 'प्रसन्न' (prasann), which comes from Sanskrit. It is often used in literature, formal speeches, or to describe a deeper, more serene state of happiness.
- ख़ुश vs. प्रसन्न (Prasann)
- 'Khush' is everyday and Persian-rooted. 'Prasann' is formal, Sanskrit-rooted, and often implies a state of being pleased or satisfied by something virtuous or official.
ईश्वर आपसे प्रसन्न हों। (May God be pleased with you - Very formal/religious.)
If you want to express extreme joy or ecstasy, you might use 'आनंदित' (aanandit) or 'प्रफुल्लित' (praphullit). 'Aanandit' comes from 'aanand' (bliss) and suggests a deep, spiritual, or overwhelming joy. 'Praphullit' literally means 'blooming' like a flower and is used to describe someone whose face is glowing with happiness. On the more casual side, 'मगन' (magan) means 'absorbed' or 'happily lost' in something, like music or a hobby.
- Other Alternatives
- 1. हर्षित (Harshit): Joyful (literary). 2. शाद (Shaad): Happy (Urdu poetry). 3. निहाल (Nihaal): Overjoyed/Exalted.
वह अपनी धुन में मगन और ख़ुश है। (He is happily absorbed in his own tune.)
In Urdu-influenced Hindi, you might encounter 'शाद' (shaad) or 'मसरूर' (masroor). These are beautiful words often found in ghazals and poetry. 'Shaad' is the root of the name 'Shaadi' (wedding/happiness). While you wouldn't use 'masroor' in a grocery store, knowing it will help you appreciate Hindi literature and music. For daily use, however, sticking to khush is always a safe and correct bet.
- Summary of Choice
- 90% of the time, 'Khush' is the word you need. Use synonyms only when you want to change the 'flavor' or 'formality' of your speech.
How Formal Is It?
"हम आपके सहयोग से अत्यंत ख़ुश हैं।"
"मैं इस फ़ैसले से ख़ुश हूँ।"
"भाई, मैं तो बहुत ख़ुश हूँ!"
"देखो, गुब्बारा पाकर बच्चा कितना ख़ुश है!"
"आज तो सीन एकदम ख़ुश है!"
趣味小知识
The same root 'khush' is found in 'khush-boo' (fragrance), where 'boo' means smell. So a fragrance is literally a 'happy smell'!
发音指南
- Pronouncing 'kh' as a hard 'k' (like 'kush').
- Pronouncing 'sh' as 's' (like 'khus').
- Making the 'u' sound too long (like 'koosh').
难度评级
Easy to read, but the dot under 'kh' is important.
Simple characters, but remember the 'sh' is 'sha' (श).
The Persian 'kh' sound takes some practice for English speakers.
Very easy to recognize in conversation.
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前置知识
接下来学习
高级
需要掌握的语法
Invariable Adjectives
Khush does not change to 'khushi' for feminine subjects.
Postposition 'se' with emotions
Main tumSE khush hoon (I am happy with you).
Causative with 'karna'
Bacche ko khush karna (To make the child happy).
Auxiliary verb 'hona'
Vah khush HAI (He IS happy).
Adverb placement
Main BAHUT khush hoon (I am VERY happy).
按水平分级的例句
मैं ख़ुश हूँ।
I am happy.
Simple present tense with 'hoon'.
क्या तुम ख़ुश हो?
Are you happy?
Interrogative sentence.
वह बहुत ख़ुश है।
He/She is very happy.
Use of 'bahut' as an adverb.
हम ख़ुश हैं।
We are happy.
Plural subject 'hum'.
माँ ख़ुश है।
Mother is happy.
Singular feminine subject.
पिताजी ख़ुश हैं।
Father is happy.
Honorific plural 'hain' for father.
यह बच्चा ख़ुश है।
This child is happy.
Demonstrative pronoun 'yeh'.
आज सब ख़ुश हैं।
Today everyone is happy.
Use of 'sab' (everyone).
मैं अपनी नई कार से ख़ुश हूँ।
I am happy with my new car.
Use of postposition 'se'.
कल वह ख़ुश नहीं था।
Yesterday he was not happy.
Past tense 'tha' and negation 'nahin'.
क्या आप इस खाने से ख़ुश हैं?
Are you happy with this food?
Formal 'aap' with 'hain'.
मेरे दोस्त मेरी सफलता से ख़ुश हैं।
My friends are happy with my success.
Possessive 'mere' and noun 'safalta'.
वह लड़की हमेशा ख़ुश रहती है।
That girl always stays happy.
Habitual aspect with 'rehti hai'.
हम छुट्टियों में बहुत ख़ुश थे।
We were very happy during the holidays.
Past plural 'the'.
क्या तुम अपने कमरे से ख़ुश हो?
Are you happy with your room?
Postposition 'se' with 'kamre'.
राम अपनी बहन के लिए ख़ुश है।
Ram is happy for his sister.
Use of 'ke liye' (for).
आपको यहाँ देखकर मैं बहुत ख़ुश हूँ।
I am very happy to see you here.
Conjunctive participle 'dekhkar'.
मैं उसे ख़ुश करना चाहता हूँ।
I want to make her/him happy.
Causative 'khush karna' with 'chahta hoon'.
अगर तुम आओगे, तो मैं ख़ुश होऊँगा।
If you come, then I will be happy.
Conditional sentence with future tense.
वह अपनी मेहनत के फल से ख़ुश है।
He is happy with the fruit of his hard work.
Abstract use of 'phal' (fruit/result).
हमें दूसरों को ख़ुश देखकर ख़ुशी होती है।
We feel happy seeing others happy.
Complex structure with 'khush' and 'khushi'.
क्या आप मेरे काम से पूरी तरह ख़ुश हैं?
Are you completely happy with my work?
Adverbial phrase 'poori tarah' (completely).
वह बचपन में बहुत ख़ुश रहा करता था।
He used to be very happy in childhood.
Used to 'raha karta tha'.
ख़ुश रहने के लिए पैसे की ज़रूरत नहीं है।
Money is not needed to stay happy.
Infinitival use 'rehne ke liye'.
जनता सरकार के नए नियमों से ख़ुश नहीं दिख रही।
The public does not seem happy with the government's new rules.
Continuous aspect 'dikh rahi'.
उसकी बातों ने मेरा दिल ख़ुश कर दिया।
His/Her words made my heart happy.
Idiomatic 'dil khush kar diya'.
वह अपनी ज़िंदगी में काफ़ी ख़ुश और संतुष्ट है।
He is quite happy and satisfied in his life.
Pairing with synonym 'santusht' (satisfied).
क्या तुम वाक़ई इस नतीजे से ख़ुश हो?
Are you really happy with this result?
Use of 'vaqai' (really/actually).
इतनी छोटी सी बात पर वह ख़ुश हो गया।
He became happy over such a small thing.
Use of 'par' (at/over).
ख़ुश रहना एक कला है जो सबको नहीं आती।
Staying happy is an art that not everyone knows.
Relative clause 'jo'.
वह अपनी उपलब्धियों से बेहद ख़ुश था।
He was extremely happy with his achievements.
Intensifier 'behad' (extremely).
हमें परिस्थितियों के बावजूद ख़ुश रहना चाहिए।
We should stay happy despite the circumstances.
Use of 'ke baavjood' (despite).
उसकी मुस्कान से ज़ाहिर था कि वह अंदर से ख़ुश है।
It was evident from her smile that she is happy from within.
Use of 'zaahir' (evident) and 'andar se' (from within).
दार्शनिकों के अनुसार, ख़ुश रहना ही जीवन का लक्ष्य है।
According to philosophers, staying happy is the goal of life.
Formal 'ke anusaar' (according to).
वह इस दिखावटी दुनिया में ख़ुश रहने का ढोंग कर रहा है।
He is pretending to be happy in this showy world.
Use of 'dhong karna' (to pretend).
जब तक तुम ख़ुद से ख़ुश नहीं हो, कोई तुम्हें ख़ुश नहीं कर सकता।
As long as you are not happy with yourself, no one can make you happy.
Conditional 'jab tak... tab tak'.
उसकी सफलता ने पूरे परिवार को ख़ुश-हाल बना दिया।
His success made the whole family prosperous and happy.
Compound adjective 'khush-haal'.
साहित्य में 'ख़ुश' शब्द के कई गहरे अर्थ हो सकते हैं।
In literature, the word 'khush' can have many deep meanings.
Abstract discussion of linguistics.
वह अपनी सादगी में ही सबसे ज़्यादा ख़ुश रहता है।
He stays happiest in his simplicity.
Superlative 'sabse zyada'.
क्या तुम्हें लगता है कि भौतिक सुख हमें वाक़ई ख़ुश रखते हैं?
Do you think material pleasures really keep us happy?
Interrogative with 'lagta hai'.
उसकी आँखों की चमक उसकी आंतरिक ख़ुशी और ख़ुश मिज़ाजी का प्रमाण थी।
The sparkle in her eyes was proof of her inner happiness and cheerful temperament.
Use of 'khush mizaaji' (cheerful temperament).
ग़ालिब की शायरी में 'ख़ुश' होने की तड़प साफ़ झलकती है।
In Ghalib's poetry, the longing to be happy is clearly reflected.
Literary analysis.
वह एक ऐसा व्यक्ति है जो दूसरों की ख़ुशी में ही अपनी ख़ुशी ढूँढकर ख़ुश रहता है।
He is a person who stays happy by finding his own happiness in the happiness of others.
Complex nested clauses.
परिपूर्णता की खोज में हम अक्सर वर्तमान में ख़ुश रहना भूल जाते हैं।
In the search for perfection, we often forget to be happy in the present.
Philosophical 'paripoornata' (perfection).
राजनीतिक उथल-पुथल के बीच, आम आदमी का ख़ुश रहना दूभर हो गया है।
Amidst political turmoil, it has become difficult for the common man to stay happy.
Idiomatic 'doobhar hona' (to be difficult).
उसकी लेखनी में एक ऐसी शक्ति है जो दुखी मन को भी ख़ुश कर देती है।
There is such power in his writing that it makes even a sad mind happy.
Relative 'jo... vo' structure.
ख़ुश रहने का संकल्प ही मानसिक शांति की पहली सीढ़ी है।
The resolution to stay happy is the first step to mental peace.
Metaphorical 'pehli seedhi' (first step).
क्या मानवीय चेतना बिना किसी कारण के भी ख़ुश रह सकती है?
Can human consciousness stay happy even without any reason?
Metaphysical inquiry.
常见搭配
常用短语
ख़ुश रहो
ख़ुश-खबरी
ख़ुश-आमदीद
ख़ुश-नसीबी
ख़ुश-बू
ख़ुश-खत
ख़ुश-फ़हमी
ख़ुश-दिली
ख़ुश-क़िस्मती
ख़ुश-बयानी
容易混淆的词
This is the noun 'happiness'. Use 'khush' for 'I am happy'.
This means 'fragrance'. Don't use it to mean 'happy smell' in a literal sentence.
A type of grass or a proper name; lacks the 'kh' sound.
习语与表达
"दिल ख़ुश करना"
To please someone immensely or to make someone's day.
तुम्हारी बातों ने मेरा दिल ख़ुश कर दिया।
Neutral"ख़ुशी के मारे फूलना"
To be bursting with joy (literally 'to swell with happiness').
रिजल्ट देखकर वह ख़ुशी के मारे फूल गया।
Informal"ख़ुशी का ठिकाना न रहना"
To have boundless joy (literally 'happiness has no place to stay').
बेटे की जीत पर माँ की ख़ुशी का ठिकाना न रहा।
Neutral"ख़ुशियाँ मनाना"
To celebrate (literally 'to observe happinesses').
पूरे गाँव ने मिलकर ख़ुशियाँ मनाईं।
Neutral"बाग़-बाग़ होना"
To be extremely delighted (literally 'to become a garden-garden').
पुराने दोस्त से मिलकर मेरा दिल बाग़-बाग़ हो गया।
Informal/Poetic"घी के दीये जलाना"
To celebrate a very happy occasion (literally 'to light lamps of ghee').
राम के आने पर सबने घी के दीये जलाए।
Cultural"ख़ुशी से झूम उठना"
To dance or sway with joy.
बारिश देखकर बच्चे ख़ुशी से झूम उठे।
Neutral"ख़ुशी के आँसू"
Tears of joy.
उसकी आँखों में ख़ुशी के आँसू थे।
Neutral"ख़ुश-मिज़ाजी दिखाना"
To show a cheerful attitude despite difficulties.
उसने बीमारी में भी ख़ुश-मिज़ाजी दिखाई।
Neutral"ख़ुश-नसीब समझना"
To consider oneself lucky.
मैं ख़ुद को ख़ुश-नसीब समझता हूँ।
Neutral容易混淆
Both mean happy.
Prasann is more formal and Sanskrit-based, while Khush is common and Persian-based.
Main khush hoon (Casual) vs. Main prasann hoon (Formal).
Often used interchangeably with happy.
Santusht specifically means 'satisfied' or 'content' with a result.
Main apne marks se santusht hoon.
Happiness and laughing are related.
Hansna is the verb 'to laugh'. You can be khush without hansna.
Vah hans raha hai kyunki vah khush hai.
Both relate to positive feelings.
Maza is 'fun' or 'enjoyment' (noun). Khush is 'happy' (adjective).
Mujhe maza aa raha hai (I am having fun).
English 'I feel good' can mean 'I am happy'.
Achha means 'good'. Use khush for the specific emotion of happiness.
Main achha hoon (I am good/fine).
句型
[Subject] [Adverb] ख़ुश [Verb].
मैं बहुत ख़ुश हूँ।
[Subject] [Noun] से ख़ुश [Verb].
वह खाने से ख़ुश है।
[Verb-kar] [Subject] ख़ुश [Verb].
मिलकर मैं ख़ुश हूँ।
[Object] को ख़ुश करना [Verb].
सबको ख़ुश करना मुश्किल है।
[Subject] ख़ुश [Verb-ta] है।
वह हमेशा ख़ुश रहता है।
अगर [Condition], तो [Subject] ख़ुश [Verb].
अगर तुम जीतते, तो मैं ख़ुश होता।
[Subject] [Adjective] और ख़ुश [Verb].
वह स्वस्थ और ख़ुश है।
[Abstract Noun] ही ख़ुश रहने का [Noun] है।
संतोष ही ख़ुश रहने का राज़ है।
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Main khushi hoon.
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Main khush hoon.
You are using the noun 'happiness' instead of the adjective 'happy'.
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Sita khushi hai.
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Sita khush hai.
'Khush' does not change to 'khushi' for feminine subjects.
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Main tumhare saath khush hoon.
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Main tumse khush hoon.
To be happy 'with' someone/something, use the postposition 'se'.
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Mujhe khush hai.
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Main khush hoon / Mujhe khushi hai.
'Khush' takes the 'main... hoon' structure, while 'khushi' takes the 'mujhe... hai' structure.
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Vah bahut kush hai.
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Vah bahut khush hai.
The 'kh' sound (ख़) is different from the 'k' sound (क).
小贴士
Invariable Adjective
Remember that 'khush' is one of the few adjectives in Hindi that doesn't change its ending. This makes it very easy to use once you know the basic sentence structure.
The Dot Matters
The dot under the 'kh' (ख़) is crucial. It changes the sound from a simple 'k' to a 'kh' sound from the throat. Practice this to sound more like a native.
Noun vs Adjective
Always double-check if you need the adjective 'khush' or the noun 'khushi'. 'I am happy' = 'Main khush hoon'. 'I have happiness' = 'Mujhe khushi hai'.
Blessings
If an elder blesses you, they might say 'khush raho'. It's polite to smile and acknowledge it, as it's a very kind sentiment in Indian culture.
Postposition 'Se'
Don't use 'ke saath' (with) when you are happy with something. Use 'se'. For example: 'Main apne result se khush hoon'.
Dil Khush
Use the phrase 'dil khush ho gaya' when you are really impressed by something, like a beautiful view or a delicious meal.
Building Rapport
Telling someone 'Main aapke kaam se khush hoon' is a great way to build a positive relationship in a professional setting.
Song Lyrics
Listen to the song 'Khushiyan Hi Khushiyan' to hear how the word is used in a joyful, repetitive context.
Compound Words
Learning words like 'khush-boo' and 'khush-haal' will help you see how 'khush' acts as a prefix for many positive concepts.
Daily Practice
Try to identify one thing every day that makes you 'khush' and say it out loud in Hindi: 'Main [thing] se khush hoon'.
记住它
记忆技巧
Think of a 'Cushion'. Being 'Khush' is as comfortable and nice as sitting on a soft 'Cushion'. (Khush-ion).
视觉联想
Imagine a giant yellow smiley face with the word 'KHUSH' written across its mouth.
Word Web
挑战
Try to use 'Khush' in three different sentences today: one about yourself, one about a friend, and one about a meal.
词源
Derived from the Persian word 'xwaš' (خوش), which means good, sweet, or happy. It entered Hindi through the influence of Persian in the Mughal courts.
原始含义: Pleasant, good, sweet, or healthy.
Indo-European -> Indo-Iranian -> Iranian -> Persian.文化背景
Be careful using 'khush' in very solemn religious contexts where 'shanti' (peace) or 'dhanya' (blessed) might be more appropriate.
While English speakers use 'happy' for everything, Hindi speakers might use 'khush' for satisfaction and 'prasann' for formal pleasure.
在生活中练习
真实语境
At a Party
- सब बहुत ख़ुश हैं।
- पार्टी देखकर दिल ख़ुश हो गया।
- ख़ुशियाँ मनाओ!
- क्या तुम ख़ुश हो?
At Work
- बॉस मेरे काम से ख़ुश हैं।
- मैं इस प्रमोशन से ख़ुश हूँ।
- हमें क्लाइंट को ख़ुश करना है।
- नतीजे ख़ुश करने वाले हैं।
With Family
- ख़ुश रहो, बेटा।
- आज घर में सब ख़ुश हैं।
- एक ख़ुश-खबरी है।
- पापा बहुत ख़ुश दिख रहे हैं।
Shopping
- मैं इस दाम से ख़ुश नहीं हूँ।
- क्या आप इस कपड़े से ख़ुश हैं?
- डिस्काउंट पाकर ग्राहक ख़ुश हो गया।
- ख़ुश होकर उसने टिप दी।
Personal Feelings
- मैं अपनी ज़िंदगी से ख़ुश हूँ।
- आज मेरा मन बहुत ख़ुश है।
- ख़ुश रहने की कोशिश करो।
- मैं तुम्हारी वजह से ख़ुश हूँ।
对话开场白
"आज आप इतने ख़ुश क्यों दिख रहे हैं?"
"क्या आप अपनी नई नौकरी से ख़ुश हैं?"
"आपको क्या चीज़ सबसे ज़्यादा ख़ुश करती है?"
"क्या आपके परिवार में सब ख़ुश हैं?"
"पिछली बार आप कब बहुत ख़ुश हुए थे?"
日记主题
आज की तीन बातें लिखें जिनसे आप ख़ुश हुए।
आपके लिए 'ख़ुश रहना' क्या मायने रखता है?
किसी ऐसे व्यक्ति के बारे में लिखें जो हमेशा ख़ुश रहता है।
क्या पैसा इंसान को वाक़ई ख़ुश रख सकता है? अपने विचार लिखें।
एक ऐसी घटना का वर्णन करें जब आप ख़ुशी के मारे झूम उठे थे।
常见问题
10 个问题No, 'khush' is an invariable adjective. It remains the same for male, female, singular, and plural subjects. Only the verb 'hona' changes.
'Khush' is an adjective (happy), and 'khushi' is a noun (happiness). You say 'Main khush hoon' but 'Mujhe khushi hai'.
You use the postposition 'se'. The sentence is 'Main tumse khush hoon'.
It is neutral. It can be used in almost any context, but 'prasann' is preferred in very formal or literary Hindi.
It is a common blessing meaning 'Stay happy'. It is often said by elders to younger people.
It is a voiceless velar fricative, produced at the back of the throat, similar to the 'ch' in the German word 'Bach' or Scottish 'loch'.
Usually, 'khush' describes the emotional state of living beings. For objects, you would use 'achha' (good) or 'sundar' (beautiful).
The most common opposite is 'dukh' (sad) or 'na-khush' (displeased/unhappy).
Yes, 'khush' is a Persian word and is the primary word for 'happy' in both Hindi and Urdu.
It means 'good news'. 'Khush' (happy) + 'khabri' (news).
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Listen and identify the word for 'happy': 'आज मैं बहुत ख़ुश हूँ।'
Listen and identify the postposition: 'वह अपने काम से ख़ुश है।'
Listen and identify the subject: 'बच्चे बहुत ख़ुश हैं।'
Listen and identify the tense: 'कल हम ख़ुश थे।'
Listen and identify the meaning: 'ख़ुश-खबरी'
Listen and identify the adjective: 'वह ख़ुश-मिज़ाज है।'
Listen and identify the verb: 'उसे ख़ुश करो।'
Listen and identify the adverb: 'मैं बेहद ख़ुश हूँ।'
Listen and identify the noun: 'मुझे बहुत ख़ुशी हुई।'
Listen and identify the negation: 'वह ख़ुश नहीं है।'
Listen and identify the honorific: 'पिताजी ख़ुश हैं।'
Listen and identify the cause: 'जीत से सब ख़ुश हैं।'
Listen and identify the phrase: 'दिल ख़ुश हो गया।'
Listen and identify the synonym: 'मैं बहुत प्रसन्न हूँ।'
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Summary
The word 'ख़ुश' (khush) is your essential tool for expressing positivity. Whether you are happy with a meal, a friend, or a life event, simply say 'Main khush hoon' (I am happy). Remember, it stays 'khush' for everyone!
- Khush is the standard Hindi word for 'happy' or 'pleased'.
- It is an adjective that does not change for gender or number.
- It is usually paired with the verb 'hona' (to be).
- Use the postposition 'se' to say what you are happy about.
Invariable Adjective
Remember that 'khush' is one of the few adjectives in Hindi that doesn't change its ending. This makes it very easy to use once you know the basic sentence structure.
The Dot Matters
The dot under the 'kh' (ख़) is crucial. It changes the sound from a simple 'k' to a 'kh' sound from the throat. Practice this to sound more like a native.
Noun vs Adjective
Always double-check if you need the adjective 'khush' or the noun 'khushi'. 'I am happy' = 'Main khush hoon'. 'I have happiness' = 'Mujhe khushi hai'.
Blessings
If an elder blesses you, they might say 'khush raho'. It's polite to smile and acknowledge it, as it's a very kind sentiment in Indian culture.
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आभार
B1Gratitude, thankfulness; appreciation for kindness.
आभारी
A2Thankful, obliged, feeling or showing gratitude.
आभारी होना
A2感激;对所收到的事物感到欣赏或表示感谢。
आभार सहित
B1感激地;怀着谢意地。
आभारपूर्वक
B2Gratefully, thankfully, or with appreciation.
आभास होना
B1To have a feeling, to have an intuition; to perceive something vaguely.
आग्रह
B1Insistence, earnest request; persistent demanding.
आघात
B1休克、创伤;突然的令人不安或惊讶的事件或经历。
आघात लगना
B1To be shocked; to be traumatized.
आघात पहुँचना
B1受到深深的震惊或创伤。