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मौत
/mɔːt/
death
उसकी मौत बहुत दुखद थी।
His death was very tragic.
formal
The permanent end of life.
मौत से डरना स्वाभाविक है।
It is natural to fear death.
उसकी मौत एक दुर्घटना थी।
His death was an accident.
Used in both literal and figurative contexts (e.g., 'the death of a dream').
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Pro Tip
Cultural Sensitivity
In Hindi-speaking cultures, discussing death directly may be considered inauspicious. Use euphemisms like 'उसने दुनिया छोड़ दी' (he left the world) in sensitive contexts.
Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
Use 'निधन' (nidhan) in formal obituaries or respectful contexts, while 'मौत' is neutral and widely used in everyday speech.
Word Origin
From Sanskrit 'मृत्यु' (mṛtyu), meaning 'death'. Related to Prakrit 'मउत्त' and Hindi 'मरना' (to die).
Usage Notes
Used in both formal and informal contexts. In literature, it may symbolize the end of an era or tradition.
Word Breakdown
मौत
death
rootहिन्दी-अंग्रेज़ी शब्दकोश