मृत्यु
/mr̩t̪ju/the end of life; the permanent cessation of all biological functions that sustain a living organism
जीवन और मृत्यु प्रकृति के नियम हैं।
Life and death are natural laws.
मृत्यु के बाद आत्मा की स्थिति पर अनेक विचार हैं।
There are many beliefs about the state of the soul after death.
Used in philosophical, spiritual, and medical contexts. Often paired with 'जीवन' (life) in discussions about existence.
the state of being dead; death as a concept or event
मृत्यु एक अपरिहार्य सत्य है।
Death is an inevitable truth.
Common in philosophical and literary texts.
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💡Pro Tip
Cultural Context
In Hindu philosophy, 'मृत्यु' is not seen as an end but as a transition (e.g., 'पुनर्जन्म' = rebirth). This contrasts with Western views that often emphasize finality.
⚡Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
Use 'मृत्यु' in formal contexts (e.g., obituaries, philosophy). For human deaths, 'निधन' is more respectful in Hindi.
📖Word Origin
Sanskrit मूल 'मृत्' (mṛt, 'to die') + 'यु' (suffix forming nouns of action/result), cognate with Latin 'mors' and English 'mortal'.
📝Usage Notes
Used in both literal (biological death) and metaphorical contexts (e.g., 'कल्पना की मृत्यु' = 'death of an idea'). In formal writing, 'निधन' is often preferred for human deaths.