सब एक जैसे हैं
ये दोनों फोन एक जैसे हैं।
These two phones are all the same.
All items or people are identical or indistinguishable in appearance or nature.
उसके पास सब एक जैसे कपड़े हैं।
She has all the same clothes.
ये दोनों घर एक जैसे लग रहे हैं।
These two houses look all the same.
Used to describe uniformity in physical appearance, features, or characteristics. Often implies lack of variety or distinction.
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Pro Tip
Avoiding repetition
Use 'सब एक जैसे हैं' to avoid repeating adjectives when describing multiple items. Instead of saying 'ये दोनों फोन अच्छे हैं और ये दोनों फोन सस्ते हैं', say 'ये दोनों फोन अच्छे और सस्ते हैं' or 'ये दोनों फोन एक जैसे हैं'.
Gold Rule
Physical vs. abstract similarity
Use this phrase only for physical appearance or tangible features. For abstract similarities, use 'समान' or 'एक समान'. Example: 'उनके विचार एक जैसे हैं' (Their thoughts are the same) is acceptable, but 'उनके विचार सब एक जैसे हैं' sounds unnatural.
Word Origin
The phrase combines 'सब' (all), 'एक' (one), and 'जैसे' (like/similar). 'जैसे' is derived from the Sanskrit root 'यत्' (yat) via Prakrit, meaning 'similar to' or 'resembling'. The structure reflects a common Hindi way to express uniformity.
Usage Notes
This phrase is commonly used in everyday conversation to point out similarity. It can sound neutral or slightly critical when implying lack of uniqueness. Avoid using in formal contexts where precision is required.