आगमन

/ɑːɡəmən/
nounIntermediate 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.

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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.

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Used metaphorically for the start of new phases, eras, or periods.

Related Phrases

अग्नि आगमनmetaphor
arrival of fire (metaphorically, onset of trouble)

💡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

prefix indicating direction toward
prefix
+
गमन
going or movement
root
हिन्दी-अंग्रेज़ी शब्दकोश