अभिवादन न करना
उसने मुझसे अभिवादन नहीं किया।
He did not greet me.
To fail to acknowledge or greet someone in a polite or expected manner.
मेहमानों का अभिवादन न करना अशिष्ट माना जाता है।
Not greeting guests is considered rude.
उसने अपने बॉस का अभिवादन नहीं किया।
He did not greet his boss.
Commonly used in social and professional contexts to describe a lack of basic courtesy.
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Pro Tip
Cultural Context
In Hindi-speaking cultures, greeting others is considered a basic sign of respect. Not greeting someone, especially in formal or professional settings, can be seen as disrespectful or unfriendly.
Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
Use 'अभिवादन करना' in formal settings and 'नमस्ते करना' in informal settings. 'अभिवादन न करना' implies a deliberate or careless lack of courtesy.
Word Origin
The phrase consists of 'अभिवादन' (a formal greeting or salutation) and 'न करना' (to not do). 'अभिवादन' comes from Sanskrit 'abhivādana,' meaning 'salutation' or 'greeting.'
Usage Notes
This phrase is used in both formal and informal contexts to describe a failure to acknowledge someone with a greeting. It is often associated with rudeness or lack of respect.