जीवन

jīvana
nounBeginner life
general

The state of being alive; the period between birth and death.

वह एक सुखी जीवन जी रहा है।

He is living a happy life.

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Can refer to both the experience of living and the duration of existence.

general

The way of living; lifestyle.

एक स्वस्थ जीवन जीने के लिए व्यायाम करना चाहिए।

One should exercise to live a healthy life.

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Often used in the context of personal choices and habits.

💡Pro Tip

Usage in Formal Contexts

'जीवन' is commonly used in formal and philosophical discussions about the nature of existence.

Gold Rule

Plural Form

The word 'जीवन' is typically used in the singular form, even when referring to multiple lives.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the Sanskrit root 'जीव' (jīva), meaning 'to live' or 'alive', with the suffix '-न' (ana) indicating a state or condition.

📝Usage Notes

In Hindi, 'जीवन' can be used both concretely (referring to the duration of life) and abstractly (referring to the quality or experience of living).

Word Breakdown

जीव
alive
root
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-न
state or condition
suffix
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