बाहरी

/bɑːˈhɑːriː/
external

यह एक बाहरी समस्या है।

This is an external problem.


formal

Relating to or situated on the outside; not part of the main or central system.

बाहरी दीवार बहुत मजबूत है।

The external wall is very strong.

उसने बाहरी दुनिया से संपर्क खो दिया।

He lost contact with the outside world.

Often used in technical, medical, or engineering contexts to describe components or influences from outside a system.

formal

Coming from or belonging to another place or group; foreign.

बाहरी व्यक्ति इस बैठक में शामिल नहीं हो सकता।

An external person cannot join this meeting.

Used in social or organizational contexts to describe someone or something from outside.

formal

Superficial; not deep or fundamental.

उसकी बातें बाहरी दिखावे से ज्यादा कुछ नहीं थीं।

His words were nothing more than superficial appearances.

Used in philosophical or psychological contexts to describe shallow or non-genuine qualities.

Pro Tip

Context Matters

The meaning of 'बाहरी' can shift based on context. In technical or medical fields, it often refers to 'external' components, while in social contexts, it may imply 'foreign' or 'outsider'. Always check the surrounding words for clues.

Gold Rule

Adjective Agreement

'बाहरी' is an adjective and must agree with the noun it modifies in gender and number. For example, 'बाहरी दीवार' (external wall) vs. 'बाहरी दीवारें' (external walls).

Word Origin

Derived from the Sanskrit word 'बाह्य' (bāhya) meaning 'external' or 'outer', with the suffix '-ई' (-ī) indicating adjectival form.

Usage Notes

Commonly used in formal and technical contexts. In everyday speech, 'बाहरी' can also imply 'foreign' or 'outsider', depending on context.

Word Breakdown

बाहर
outside
root
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-ई
adjectival suffix
suffix
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