Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

Narrow definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B1
/ˈnær.oʊ/
संकीर्ण (sankirn)

limited in width or extent; not wide

"The narrow street made it difficult for cars to pass."

"संकीर्ण सड़क ने कारों के लिए गुजरना मुश्किल बना दिया।" (Sankirn sadak ne kaaron ke liye guzarna mushkil bana diya.)
nation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈneɪʃən/
राष्ट्र (rashtra)

a large group of people united by common descent, history, culture, or language

"The nation celebrated its independence day with pride."

"राष्ट्र ने अपने स्वतंत्रता दिवस को गर्व के साथ मनाया" (Rashtra ne apne swatantrata divas ko garv ke saath manaya)
nationality definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˌnæʃəˈnæləti/
राष्ट्रीयता (rāṣṭrīyatā)

The status of belonging to a particular nation, either by birth or naturalization.

"Her nationality is Canadian, though she was born in France."

"उसकी राष्ट्रीयता कनाडाई है, हालाँकि वह फ्रांस में पैदा हुई थी।" (uski rāṣṭrīyatā kanāḍā'ī hai, hālnāki vah phrāns mein paidā huī thī.)
native definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B1
/ˈneɪtɪv/
स्थानीय (sthaniyo)

Belonging to a person by birth; originating in a particular place.

"He is a native speaker of Bengali."

"वह बांग्ला का एक स्थानीय वक्ता है।" (Vah Bangla ka ek sthaniyo vakta hai.)
natural disaster definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈnætʃərəl dɪˈzæstər/
प्राकृतिक आपदा (prakritik aapda)

a catastrophic event caused by natural processes of the Earth that results in significant damage, destruction, or loss of life

"The coastal town was devastated by a natural disaster."

"तटीय शहर एक प्राकृतिक आपदा से तबाह हो गया।" (tatiya shahar ek prakritik aapda se tabah ho gaya)
Naturally definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B1
/ˈnætʃrəli/
स्वाभाविक रूप से (swabhavik roop se)

In a way that is normal, expected, or without effort.

"He spoke so naturally that everyone felt comfortable."

"वह इतनी स्वाभाविक रूप से बोल रहा था कि हर कोई आरामदायक महसूस कर रहा था।" (vah itni swabhavik roop se bol raha tha ki har koi aaraamdayak mehsoos kar raha tha.)
Navy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈneɪvi/
नौसेना (nausena)

the branch of armed forces that conducts military operations at sea

"He joined the navy after graduating from college."

"उसने कॉलेज से स्नातक होने के बाद नौसेना में भर्ती हो गया।" (usne kolej se snatak hone ke baad nausena mein bharti ho gaya.)
Neatly definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B1
/ˈniːtli/
सलीके से; सफाई से; (sallike se; safai se;)

in a tidy and orderly way; carefully and precisely

"She arranged the books neatly on the shelf."

"उसने किताबों को शेल्फ पर सलीके से रखा।" (usne kitabon ko shelf par sallike se rakha)
Necessarily definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B1
/ˌnɛsəˈsɛrɪli/
अनिवार्य रूप से (anivarya roop se)

as a necessary result; inevitably

"It doesn’t necessarily mean you’re wrong."

"इसका मतलब यह नहीं है कि आप गलत हैं।" (Iska matlab yeh nahin hai ki aap galat hain.)
Needle definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, verb B1
/ˈniː.dəl/
सुई (sui)

a small thin metal tool with a point used for sewing or injecting; to provoke or annoy someone

"The nurse used a sterile needle for the injection."

"नर्स ने इंजेक्शन के लिए एक निष्कलंक सुई का उपयोग किया।" (Nars ne injection ke liye ek nishkalanak sui ka upyog kiya.)
neighborhood definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈneɪbərˌhʊd/
पड़ोस (pados)

a district or area around or near a particular place

"I grew up in a quiet neighborhood."

"मैं एक शांत पड़ोस में बड़ा हुआ।" (Main ek shant pados mein bada hua.)
Nest definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/nɛst/
घोंसला (ghonsla)

a structure built by birds or other animals to hold their eggs or young.

"The bird built a nest in the tall tree."

"पक्षी ने ऊँचे पेड़ पर एक घोंसला बनाया।" (Pakshi ne unche ped par ek ghonsla banaya.)
net definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/nɛt/
जाल (jaal)

a piece of material made of threads or ropes woven together, used to catch or hold things

"The fisherman cast his net into the sea."

"मछुआरे ने अपना जाल समुद्र में डाला।" (Machhuaare ne apna jaal samundar mein daala.)
newly definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B1
/ˈnjuːli/
नवीनतम तरीके से (naveenatam tareeke se)

in a new or recent manner

"She has newly renovated her house."

"उसने हाल ही में अपने घर का नवीनीकरण किया है।" (Usne haal hi mein apne ghar ka naveenikaran kiya hai.)
Nightmare definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈnaɪtˌmɛər/
बुरा सपना (bura sapna)

a frightening or unpleasant dream; a very distressing experience.

"Last night, she had a terrifying nightmare."

"कल रात, उसने एक डरावना बुरा सपना देखा।" (Kal raat, usne ek darawna bura sapna dekha.)
Nonsense definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈnɒnsəns/
बकवास (bakwaas)

Words or ideas that have no meaning or make no sense.

"His explanation was pure nonsense."

"उसकी व्याख्या पूरी तरह से बकवास थी।" (uski vyakhya poori tarah se bakwaas thi.)
noon definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/nuːn/
दोपहर (dopahar)

12 o'clock in the daytime; midday

"The meeting will start at noon."

"बैठक दोपहर बारह बजे शुरू होगी।" (baithak dopahar barah baje shuru hogi.)
northern definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B1
/ˈnɔːðərn/
उत्तर का (uttar ka)

relating to the north or situated in the north

"The northern part of the country is known for its cold climate."

"देश का उत्तरी हिस्सा अपने ठंडे मौसम के लिए जाना जाता है।" (Desh ka uttari hissa apne thande mausam ke liye jana jata hai.)
novel definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/adjective B1
/ˈnɒvəl/
उपन्यास / नया (upanyas / naya)

A long fictional narrative; also something new or unusual.

"She spent the weekend reading a historical novel."

"वह सप्ताहांत में एक ऐतिहासिक उपन्यास पढ़ रही थी।" (Vah saptahant mein ek aitihasik upanyas padh rahi thi.)
nursery definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈnɜːrsəri/
पालन पोषण कक्ष (paalan poshan kaksh)

a room or place where young children are cared for

"She works in a nursery, taking care of infants."

"वह नर्सरी में काम करती है, शिशुओं की देखभाल करती है।" (Woh nursari mein kaam karti hai, shishuo ki dekhbhal karti hai.)
nursing definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈnɜːrsɪŋ/
नर्सिंग (narsing)

the profession or practice of caring for the sick or injured

"She is studying nursing to become a healthcare professional."

"वह एक स्वास्थ्य देखभाल पेशेवर बनने के लिए नर्सिंग पढ़ाई कर रही है।" (Wah ek swasthya dekhbhaal peshewar banne ke liye nursing padhai kar rahi hai.)
adjective B1
/oʊˈbiːdiənt/
आज्ञाकारी (aajyakaari)

Willing to comply with rules or authority.

"The obedient child quickly followed her mother's instructions."

"आज्ञाकारी बच्ची ने जल्दी से अपनी माँ के निर्देशों का पालन किया।" (Aajyakaari bacchi ne jaldi se apni maa ke nirdeshon ka paalan kiya.)
objective definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, adjective B1
/əbˈdʒɛktɪv/
लक्ष्य / उद्देश्य (lakshya / uddeshya)

As a noun: a goal or aim. As an adjective: not influenced by personal feelings; unbiased.

"Her main objective is to finish the project on time."

"उसका मुख्य उद्देश्य समय पर परियोजना को पूरा करना है।" (Uska mukhya uddeshya samay par pariyojna ko poora karna hai.)
observe definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B1
/əbˈzɜːv/
नजर रखना (nazar rakhna)

to watch carefully and attentively

"The teacher asked the students to observe the experiment."

"शिक्षक ने छात्रों से प्रयोग को देखने को कहा।" (Shikshak ne chhatron se prayog ko dekhne ko kaha.)
Obstacle definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈɒbstəkəl/
अवरोध (avrodh)

something that blocks your way or prevents progress

"Lack of money was the main obstacle to his success."

"पैसे की कमी उसकी सफलता में मुख्य अवरोध थी।" (paise ki kami uski safalta mein mukhya avrodh thi)
obstacles definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈɒbstəkəlz/
बाधाएं (baadhaen)

Things that block one's way or prevent or hinder progress.

"Obstacles in life can often lead to valuable lessons."

"जिंदगी में रुकावटें अक्सर मूल्यवान पाठों की ओर ले जाती हैं।" (Zindagi mein rukavaten aksar mulyavan pathon ki or le jaati hain.)
Occasion definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/əˈkeɪʒən/
अवसर (avsar)

A particular time or event; a special or important happening.

"Her wedding was a joyful occasion for the whole family."

"उसकी शादी परिवार के लिए एक खुशी का अवसर था।" (Uski shaadi parivar ke liye ek khushi ka avsar tha.)
Occasional definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B1
/əˈkeɪʒənəl/
कभी कभी होने वाला (kabhi kabhi hone wala)

happening or done sometimes but not regularly or often

"He makes occasional visits to his hometown."

"वह कभी कभी अपने गृहनगर जाता है।" (Woh kabhi kabhi apne grihnagar jata hai.)
Occasionally definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B1
/əˈkeɪʒənəli/
कभी-कभी (kabhi-kabhi)

from time to time; now and then

"I occasionally go for a walk in the park."

"मैं कभी-कभी पार्क में टहलने जाता हूँ।" (Main kabhi-kabhi park mein tahalne jata hoon.)
Occupation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˌɒkjʊˈpeɪʃən/
पेशा (pesha)

a job or profession; the action or state of occupying a place

"Her occupation is a teacher at a local school."

"उसका पेशा एक शिक्षक है जो एक स्थानीय स्कूल में पढ़ाता है।" (Uska pesha ek shikshak hai jo ek sthaniye skool mein padhata hai.)
occur definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B1
/əˈkɜːr/
घटना होना (ghatna hona)

to happen or take place

"The event occurred last night at the hall."

"घटना कल रात हॉल में हुई थी।" (Ghatna kal raat hall mein hui thi.)
occurs definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B1
অকার্স
घटित होता है (ghatit hota hai)

Happens or takes place, especially as a result of something.

"Snowfall occurs in regions with freezing temperatures."

"बर्फबारी उन क्षेत्रों में होती है जहाँ तापमान शून्य से नीचे होता है।" (Barfbaari un kshetron mein hoti hai jahan taapmaan shunya se neeche hota hai.)
officer definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈɔːfɪsər/
अधिकारी (adhikari)

a person in a position of authority, especially in law enforcement

"The officer gave him a ticket for speeding."

"अधिकारी ने उसे स्पीडिंग के लिए टिकट दी।" (Adhikari ne use speeding ke liye ticket di.)
official definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B1
/əˈfɪʃəl/
आधिकारिक (adhikarik)

relating to or connected with an authority or public office

"He is the official spokesperson for the company."

"वह कंपनी के आधिकारिक प्रवक्ता हैं।" (Vah company ke adhikarik pravakta hain.)
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adjective B1
/ˌoʊld ˈfæʃənd/
पुराना ढंग का (purana dhang ka)

not modern; belonging to an earlier time

"He still wears an old-fashioned hat."

"वह अब भी पुराना ढंग का टोपी पहनता है।" (Vah ab bhi purana dhang ka topi pehenta hai.)
Olive definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈɑː.lɪv/
जैतून (zaitoon)

a small oval fruit with a hard pit, typically green or black, used for eating or making oil

"Olive oil is considered one of the healthiest cooking oils available."

"जैतून का तेल सबसे स्वास्थ्यप्रद खाना पकाने के तेलों में से एक माना जाता है।" (zaitoon ka tel sabse shasthhyaprad khana pakane ke telon mein se ek maana jaata hai.)
operate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B1
/ˈɑːpəˌreɪt/
चलाना (chalana)

to control the functioning of a machine, system, or business

"She learned how to operate the new machine."

"वह नई मशीन को चलाना सीख रही थी।" (Wah nai machine ko chalana seekh rahi thi.)
operating definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B1
/ˈɒpəreɪtɪŋ/
ऑपरेटिंग (operating)

to control or manage the functioning of something

"The company has been operating in this market for five years."

"कंपनी पिछले पांच वर्षों से इस बाजार में ऑपरेटिंग कर रही है।" (Kampani pichhle paanch varsho se is bazaar mein operating kar rahi hai.)
operation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˌɒpəˈreɪʃən/
ऑपरेशन (operation)

an act or process of functioning or operating

"The hospital performed a successful operation."

"अस्पताल ने एक सफल ऑपरेशन किया।" (Aspataal ne ek safal operation kiya.)
Opinion definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/əˈpɪnjən/
राय (raay)

A belief, judgment, or viewpoint about something, not necessarily based on fact.

"Everyone is entitled to their own opinion."

"हर किसी को अपनी राय रखने का अधिकार है।" (har kisi ko apni raay rakhne ka adhikar hai.)
opportunities definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
ˌɒpəˈtjuːnɪtiz
अवसर, संभावनाएँ (avsar, sambhavnayein)

A set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something.

"Investing in emerging markets provides new opportunities."

"उदयीमान बाजारों में निवेश नए अवसर प्रदान करता है।" (udyaman bazaron mein nivesh naye avsar pradan karta hai.)
opportunity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˌɒp.əˈtjuː.nə.ti/
अवसर (avsar)

A favorable chance or set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something.

"She seized the opportunity to study abroad."

"उसने विदेश में अध्ययन करने का अवसर प्राप्त किया।" (Usne videsh mein adhyayan karne ka avsar prapt kiya.)
Option definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈɒpʃən/
विकल्प (vikalp)

A choice or possibility available among alternatives.

"You have the option to pay by card or cash."

"आपके पास कार्ड या नकद में भुगतान करने का विकल्प है।" (aapke paas kaard ya nakad mein bhugtaan karne ka vikalp hai.)
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noun B1
/ˌɔːɡənaɪˈzeɪʃn/
संगठन (sangathan)

a group of people who work together to achieve a common purpose

"She works for a non-profit organization."

"वह एक गैर-लाभकारी संगठन में काम करती है।" (Wah ek gair-labhkari sangathan mein kaam karti hai.)
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noun B1
ˌɔː.ɡən.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃənz
संगठन (sangathan)

Organized groups of people with a particular purpose

"Organizations play a key role in policymaking."

"संगठन नीति निर्धारण में महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभाते हैं।" (Sangathan niti nirdharan mein mahatvapurn bhumika nibhate hain.)
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verb B1
/ˈɔːɡənaɪz/
आयोजन करना (aayojan karna)

to arrange or systematize something

"They decided to organize a charity event for the community."

"उन्होंने समुदाय के लिए एक चैरिटी इवेंट आयोजित करने का निर्णय लिया।" (Unhone samudaay ke liye ek charity event aayojan karne ka nirnay liya.)
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adjective B1
/ˈɔːrɡənaɪzd/
व्यवस्थित (vyavasthit)

arranged or structured in a systematic and efficient way

"She always keeps her workspace neat and organized."

"वह हमेशा अपने कार्यक्षेत्र को साफ-सुथरा और व्यवस्थित रखती है।" (Vah hamesha apne karyakshetra ko saaf-suthra aur vyavasthit rakhti hai.)
Origin definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈɒr.ɪ.dʒɪn/
उत्पत्ति (utpatti)

the point or place where something begins or is created

"The river has its origin in the mountains."

"नदी की उत्पत्ति पहाड़ों में है।" (Nadi ki utpatti pahaadon mein hai.)
Original definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B1
/əˈrɪdʒ.ɪ.nəl/
मूल (mool)

existing from the beginning; not a copy or imitation

"This is the original manuscript of the novel."

"यह उपन्यास की मूल पांडुलिपि है।" (Yeh upanyas ki mool pandulipi hai.)
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adverb B1
/əˈrɪdʒɪnəli/
मूल रूप से (mool roop se)

in the beginning, at first

"Originally, she wanted to be a doctor."

"मूल रूप से, वह डॉक्टर बनना चाहती थी।" (Mool roop se, vah doctor banna chahti thi.)