जिम्मेदारी लेना
/d͡ʒɪmːeːdaːriː leːnaː/to accept accountability for one's actions or duties
माता-पिता को अपने बच्चों की जिम्मेदारी लेनी चाहिए।
Parents should take responsibility for their children.
नेता को अपने फैसलों की जिम्मेदारी लेनी चाहिए।
A leader should take responsibility for their decisions.
Used in both personal and professional contexts to indicate ownership of consequences.
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💡Pro Tip
Common Contexts
Use this phrase when someone admits fault or commits to a task. For example, 'उसने प्रोजेक्ट की जिम्मेदारी ली' (He took responsibility for the project).
⚡Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
In formal writing, prefer 'जिम्मेदारी लेना'. In casual speech, 'ज़िम्मेदारी उठाना' is also acceptable.
📖Word Origin
The phrase combines 'जिम्मेदारी' (responsibility) from Arabic via Persian (ḍamāna) and 'लेना' (to take) from Sanskrit (lēna). The compound reflects the Hindi cultural emphasis on duty and accountability.
📝Usage Notes
This phrase is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. It implies not just acknowledging responsibility but also acting upon it. In professional settings, it often refers to owning up to mistakes or commitments.