छुपा हुआ इरादा
/ˈtʃʰʊ.pɑː‿ɦʊ.ɑː‿ɪ.ɾɑː.d̪ɑː/An intention or plan that is deliberately concealed from others.
उसकी बातों में हमेशा कोई न कोई छुपा हुआ इरादा होता है।
There's always some hidden intention behind his words.
उसने अपना असली इरादा छुपा रखा था।
He had concealed his true intention.
Often used to describe someone's ulterior motive or secret plan.
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💡Pro Tip
Context Matters
The phrase 'छुपा हुआ इरादा' is often used when someone's actions seem to have a deeper purpose than what meets the eye. Pay attention to tone and body language in conversations where this phrase might apply.
⚡Gold Rule
Literal vs. Figurative
Remember that 'इरादा' refers to intention or purpose, not just a physical hiding. The phrase describes a mental concealment, not a physical one.
📖Word Origin
The phrase combines 'छुपा' (hidden, concealed) from Sanskrit 'छुप्' (to hide) and 'इरादा' (intention) from Persian 'اراده' (irāda, intention). The structure follows Hindi's tendency to use adjectives before nouns in compound phrases.
📝Usage Notes
This phrase is commonly used in both spoken and written Hindi to describe situations where someone's true motives are not immediately apparent. It can carry a slightly negative connotation, implying deception or manipulation.