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Understanding Compound Words in Hindi
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What Are Compound Words?
Compound words are terms that are formed when two or more words are combined to create a new meaning. In Hindi, these compound words often express more complex ideas.
Types of Compound Words in Hindi
In Hindi, compound words, also known as Samās, are typically divided into a few categories based on their structure and meaning.
Types of Samās
- Tatpuruṣa समास - One word qualifies the other
- Karmadhāraya समास - Both words qualify each other
- Dvandva समास - Both words are equally important
- Bahuvrīhi समास - The compound serves as an adjective for an implied meaning
Examples of Tatpuruṣa Samās
सूर्यकिरण (Sūryakiran)
Sunray
चंद्रमा का प्रकाश (Chaṃdramā kā prakāś)
Moonlight
माथे का भाग (Māthe kā bhāg)
Forehead
Examples of Karmadhāraya Samās
काली मिर्च (Kālī mirc)
Black sugar
दूध वाला (Dūdh Vālā)
Milkman
सोने की घड़ी (Sone kī ghaṛī)
Gold watch
Examples of Dvandva Samās
पिता पुत्र (Pitā Putra)
Father and son
चावल दाल (Cāval Dāl)
Rice and curry
Examples of Bahuvrīhi Samās
सुंदर नेत्रा (Sundar Netra)
Having beautiful eyes
घोड़े का बलवान (Ghoṛe kā Balavān)
Strong as a horse
Further Reading
- Hindi Grammar Lessons
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