समय पर काम करो

/səməj pər kɑːm kəroː/
work on time

समय पर काम करो, नहीं तो देर हो जाएगी।

Work on time, otherwise it will be too late.


informal

To complete or perform work at the scheduled or appropriate time.

वह हमेशा समय पर काम करता है।

He always works on time.

टीचर ने कहा, 'समय पर काम करो वरना पछताओगे।'

The teacher said, 'Do your work on time, otherwise you'll regret it.'

Commonly used in academic, professional, and daily life contexts to emphasize punctuality and timely completion of tasks.

Pro Tip

Common Mistake

Avoid using 'समय पर काम करो' for tasks that do not have a strict deadline. It is best suited for tasks with clear time constraints.

Gold Rule

When to Use

Use this phrase when emphasizing the importance of punctuality in completing tasks. It is commonly used in academic, professional, and personal contexts.

Word Origin

The phrase is composed of three Hindi words: 'समय' (time), 'पर' (at/on), and 'काम करो' (do work). 'समय' derives from Sanskrit 'समयः' (samaeha), meaning 'appointed time' or 'season'. 'काम' (work) comes from Sanskrit 'कर्म' (karma), meaning 'action' or 'duty'. The phrase has been used in Hindi for centuries to emphasize punctuality and timely execution of duties.

Usage Notes

This phrase is often used in informal and formal contexts to remind someone of the importance of completing work promptly. It can be used in both positive reinforcement ('You did well by working on time') and reprimand ('You should work on time'). The phrase is gender-neutral and can be used with any person.

Word Breakdown

समय
time
root
+
पर
at/on
postposition
+
काम करो
do work
verb phrase
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