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ज़िंदगी
zindagī
life
ज़िंदगी एक यात्रा है।
Life is a journey.
general
The state of being alive; the period between birth and death.
ज़िंदगी में हर दिन एक नया अवसर है।
Every day in life is a new opportunity.
The term is used to refer to the experience of living, often with philosophical or emotional connotations.
informal
The way one lives; lifestyle or manner of living.
वह एक सरल ज़िंदगी जीना पसंद करता है।
He prefers to live a simple life.
In this sense, it can refer to the choices and habits that define a person's daily existence.
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Poetic Usage
In Hindi poetry and songs, 'ज़िंदगी' is often used metaphorically to discuss the ups and downs of life, love, and destiny.
Gold Rule
Context Matters
The meaning of 'ज़िंदगी' can vary significantly depending on the context—whether it's used literally, philosophically, or in a colloquial sense.
Word Origin
Derived from Persian 'zindagī' (زندگی), meaning 'life', which itself comes from the Proto-Indo-Iranian root *ǰíHnas, related to living and existence.
Usage Notes
The word is often used in philosophical or poetic contexts to discuss the nature of existence, experiences, and the passage of time. It can also be used to describe the quality of one's life or lifestyle.
Word Breakdown
ज़िंद
alive
rootगी
suffix indicating state or condition
suffixहिन्दी-अंग्रेज़ी शब्दकोश