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साफ़
sāph
💡 clean
इस कमरे को साफ़ रखना महत्वपूर्ण है।
It is important to keep this room clean.
general
Free from dirt, marks, or unwanted matter; tidy.
उसने अपने कपड़े साफ़ कर दिए।
She washed her clothes clean.
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Can also refer to clarity or purity in a non-physical sense.
general
Clear or transparent, as in water or air.
हवा साफ़ है आज।
The air is clear today.
figurative
Honest or free from deceit.
वह साफ़ इरादों वाला आदमी है।
He is a man of clean intentions.
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💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
'साफ़' is commonly used for physical cleanliness, while 'स्वच्छ' is more formal.
📖Word Origin
Derived from Persian 'sāf' meaning 'clean' or 'pure'.
📝Usage Notes
In formal contexts, 'स्वच्छ' is often preferred over 'साफ़'.
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