अभिनय
उसने अपने अभिनय से सभी को प्रभावित किया।
He impressed everyone with his acting.
The art or practice of performing roles in plays, films, or other productions.
अभिनय में करियर बनाने के लिए बहुत मेहनत करनी पड़ती है।
You have to work very hard to build a career in acting.
In Hindi, 'अभिनय' encompasses both the act of performing and the skill of acting.
The representation of a character in a dramatic or artistic production.
उसके अभिनय में भावनाओं की गहराई थी।
His acting had depth of emotion.
Often used in literary or artistic contexts to describe the portrayal of a character.
A pretentious or exaggerated display of emotion or behavior.
उसकी बातों में बस अभिनय था, कोई सच्चाई नहीं।
His words were just a show, no truth in them.
Used colloquially to describe insincere or exaggerated behavior.
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Common Usage
Use 'अभिनय' for both the skill of acting and the act of portraying a character. In informal contexts, it can also describe exaggerated behavior.
Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
In formal contexts, 'अभिनय' refers to acting. In informal speech, it can imply insincerity or exaggeration.
Word Origin
Sanskrit root 'अभि' (toward) + 'नय' (to lead), meaning 'to lead toward' or 'to represent'. The term evolved in classical Sanskrit drama to denote the portrayal of characters.
Usage Notes
In Hindi, 'अभिनय' is used broadly for acting in films, theater, and other performances. It can also imply insincerity when used informally.