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प्रिय

priya
adjective★Beginner
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.

Collocations

प्रिय मित्रdear friendप्रिय उपहारbeloved giftप्रिय स्मृतिcherished memory

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

प्रियतमphrase
beloved (often used for a romantic partner)
प्रियतमाphrase
beloved (often used for a romantic partner)

💡Pro Tip

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
prefix
+
इय
beloved
suffix
हिन्दी-अंग्रेज़ी शब्दकोश

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