प्रवेश
/prəˈveːʃ/The act of entering a place or becoming involved in an activity.
प्रवेश द्वार पर पुलिस तैनात थी।
The police were stationed at the entrance gate.
उसने प्रतियोगिता में प्रवेश लिया।
He entered the competition.
Often used in official or formal contexts like exams, buildings, or events.
Permission or right to enter a place or join an organization.
उसके पास क्लब में प्रवेश नहीं था।
He did not have entry into the club.
Can also imply access or admittance.
Collocations
💡Pro Tip
Common Collocations
Remember 'प्रवेश द्वार' (entrance gate) and 'प्रवेश परीक्षा' (entrance exam) as they are frequently used in formal and academic contexts.
⚡Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
Use 'प्रवेश' in formal settings like exams, buildings, or official permissions. For casual contexts, 'दाखिला' (admission) or 'आना' (to come) may be more appropriate.
📖Word Origin
Sanskrit root 'प्र-वि-इश्' (pra-vi-iś) meaning 'to enter' or 'to go in'. The prefix 'प्र-' (pra) denotes 'forward' or 'into', and the root '-इश्' (iś) relates to 'entering'.
📝Usage Notes
Commonly used in administrative, educational, and official contexts. In modern Hindi, it can also metaphorically refer to joining a new phase or activity (e.g., 'जीवन में प्रवेश' meaning 'entering a new phase of life').