प्रिय
priya
dear, beloved
वह मेरा प्रिय मित्र है।
He is my dear friend.
formalinformal
Dear, beloved, or cherished, often used to express affection or fondness for someone or something.
प्रिय, मैं तुम्हारे लिए कुछ खास लाया हूँ।
Dear, I brought something special for you.
Can be used as a standalone term of endearment or as an adjective to describe something cherished.
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Usage in Letters
In Hindi letters, 'प्रिय' is often used at the beginning to address someone affectionately.
Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
While 'प्रिय' is generally affectionate, it can be used in both formal and informal contexts depending on the relationship.
Word Origin
Derived from Sanskrit 'प्रिय' (priya), meaning 'dear' or 'beloved'.
Usage Notes
Often used in formal and informal contexts to express affection. Can be used as an adjective or a standalone term of endearment.
Word Breakdown
प्र
toward, to
prefixइय
beloved
suffixहिन्दी-अंग्रेज़ी शब्दकोश