पानी

pānī
water

मुझे पानी पिएँ

I want to drink water


general

The clear, transparent, odorless, and tasteless liquid that forms the world's streams, lakes, oceans, and rain, and is essential for all forms of life.

पानी जीवन के लिए आवश्यक है।

Water is essential for life.

In Hindi, 'पानी' is a fundamental word used in everyday contexts.

Pro Tip

Common Usage

'पानी' is used in everyday conversations, often in phrases like 'पानी पीना' (to drink water) or 'पानी भरना' (to fill with water).

Gold Rule

Gender and Plural

'पानी' is a feminine noun in Hindi and does not change in plural form.

Word Origin

Derived from Sanskrit 'पान' (drinking) and 'नीर' (water), reflecting its essential role in life.

Usage Notes

In Hindi, 'पानी' is used in both literal and metaphorical contexts, such as 'पानी में तैरना' (to swim) or 'पानी में मत जाओ' (don't go into the water).

Word Breakdown

पान
drinking
root
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नीर
water
root
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