ज़िंदगी
zindagīnoun★Intermediate
general
Life; existence; the state of being alive
ज़िंदगी एक यात्रा है।
Life is a journey.
ज़िंदगी में हर दिन एक नया अवसर है।
Every day in life is a new opportunity.
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Often used to discuss the meaning or experiences of life.
Collocations
ज़िंदगी जीनाto live lifeज़िंदगी का मतलबthe meaning of lifeज़िंदगी का सफरthe journey of life
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ज़िंदगी का सफरphrase
the journey of life
ज़िंदगी जीनाphrase
to live life
💡Pro Tip
Usage Tip
Use 'ज़िंदगी' to discuss life in a philosophical or reflective context.
⚡Gold Rule
Cultural Note
In Hindi, 'ज़िंदगी' often carries a deeper, more philosophical meaning than the English 'life'.
📖Word Origin
Derived from Persian 'zindagī' (زندگی), meaning 'life'.
📝Usage Notes
Can be used both literally and metaphorically to discuss life's experiences, challenges, and joys.
Word Breakdown
ज़िंद
alive
rootगी
state or condition
suffixहिन्दी-अंग्रेज़ी शब्दकोश