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To read or study something
मैं किताब पढ़ रहा हूँ।
I am reading a book.
बच्चे स्कूल में पढ़ते हैं।
Children study at school.
This verb is used for both reading books and studying subjects.
To learn or acquire knowledge
वह अंग्रेजी सीखने के लिए पढ़ रहा है।
He is studying to learn English.
Often used in the context of formal education.
'पढ़ना' is a versatile verb that can be used in various contexts, from reading a book to studying a subject.
The verb 'पढ़ना' conjugates differently based on the subject and tense. For example, 'मैं पढ़ता हूँ' (I read) and 'वह पढ़ती है' (she reads).
Derived from the Sanskrit root 'पठ्' (paṭh), meaning 'to read' or 'to study'.
The verb 'पढ़ना' is used for both reading books and studying subjects. It can also mean to learn or acquire knowledge in a formal educational context.