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आगमन
/ɑːɡəmən/
arrival
उसके आगमन से सभी खुश हुए।
Everyone was happy with his arrival.
formal
The act of coming to a place or arriving at a destination.
रेलवे स्टेशन पर उसके आगमन पर भीड़ उमड़ पड़ी।
The crowd surged at his arrival at the railway station.
मंत्री जी के आगमन के समय सभी अधिकारियों ने खड़े होकर उनका स्वागत किया।
All officers stood to welcome the minister upon his arrival.
Often used in formal contexts like official visits, ceremonies, or scheduled events.
formal
The process of something new or significant beginning or starting.
नए साल के आगमन के साथ ही लोगों में उत्साह देखा गया।
Enthusiasm was seen among people with the arrival of the new year.
Used metaphorically for the start of new phases, eras, or periods.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal Use
Use 'आगमन' in formal settings like news reports, official announcements, or literary works. For everyday conversation, prefer 'आना' (to come) or 'पहुँचना' (to reach).
Gold Rule
Avoid Redundancy
Avoid using 'आगमन' with verbs like 'होना' (to happen) as it is already a noun. Instead, say 'उसका आगमन हुआ' (his arrival happened) or simply 'वह आया' (he came).
Word Origin
Sanskrit root 'आ-गम्' (ā-gam) meaning 'to come' or 'to arrive'. The word 'आगमन' is derived from the combination of the prefix 'आ' (toward) and the root 'गम्' (to go). It has been used in Hindi since classical Sanskrit literature.
Usage Notes
1. 'आगमन' is a formal term and is commonly used in official, ceremonial, or literary contexts. For casual conversation, simpler terms like 'आना' (to come) are preferred. 2. The word is often paired with 'समय' (time) to indicate 'arrival time' in schedules or announcements. 3. In religious or spiritual contexts, it may refer to the arrival of a deity or a revered figure.
Word Breakdown
आ
prefix indicating direction toward
prefixगमन
going or movement
rootहिन्दी-अंग्रेज़ी शब्दकोश