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गृह
/ɡr̩ɦə/
home
वह अपना गृह छोड़कर चला गया।
He left his home.
formal
A place where one lives permanently, especially as a member of a family or household.
गृह प्रवेश समारोह बहुत धूमधाम से मनाया गया।
The housewarming ceremony was celebrated with great pomp.
Often used in compound words like 'गृहिणी' (housewife) or 'गृहस्थ' (householder).
formal
A place where something originates or is nurtured.
यह शहर कला और साहित्य का गृह है।
This city is a home to art and literature.
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Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal
Use 'गृह' in formal writing or compound words (e.g., 'गृह प्रवेश'). For casual conversation, prefer 'घर'.
Gold Rule
Compound Words
Many words in Hindi use 'गृह' as a prefix or suffix to denote home-related concepts (e.g., 'गृहिणी' = housewife, 'गृहस्थ' = householder).
Word Origin
Sanskrit root 'गृह्' (gṛh) meaning 'to grasp' or 'to hold', related to the idea of a place that 'holds' a family or belongings.
Usage Notes
Used in formal contexts and compound words. In everyday speech, 'घर' is more common.
Word Breakdown
गृ
to grasp or hold
rootह
suffix indicating place or state
suffixहिन्दी-अंग्रेज़ी शब्दकोश