अलविदा लेना

/əl.ʋɪ.dɑː leː.nɑː/
verb phraseIntermediate to say goodbye
formal

To bid farewell to someone, often in a formal or final context.

माता-पिता ने बेटे को अलविदा लिया जब वह विदेश गया।

The parents said goodbye to their son when he went abroad.

अंतिम बार उसने मुस्कुराकर अलविदा लिया।

He smiled and said goodbye for the last time.

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Used in both literal and emotional contexts, often implying a significant or final parting.

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💡Pro Tip

Cultural Context

In Hindi culture, saying 'अलविदा लेना' often implies a more formal or emotional farewell compared to casual 'अलविदा कहना'. It is commonly used in situations like leaving home, ending a relationship, or parting before a long journey.

Gold Rule

Formality

Use 'अलविदा लेना' in formal or emotionally charged contexts. For casual farewells, 'अलविदा कहना' is more appropriate.

📖Word Origin

The phrase combines 'अलविदा' (farewell) from Persian 'al-vedā' (the farewell) and 'लेना' (to take), forming a culturally rich expression for parting.

📝Usage Notes

Often used in emotional or formal contexts, such as departures, endings, or farewells. The phrase carries a sense of finality or emotional weight.

Word Breakdown

अलविदा
farewell
noun
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लेना
to take
verb
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