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It’s natural for the non-natives to often feel perplexed and wonder how to start a conversation in Hindi! Believe us, there’s no rocket science involved!  To improve your Hindi, all you need is the right words at the right time and a pinch of confidence. And the key to this is lots and lots of Hindi conversation practice. That’s where we come in. :) There’s something really classy and charming about being able to start an interesting talk with someone. If you too love to break the ice, this Hindi conversation starters lesson is just the right thing for you! Popular ice-breaking phrases Table of Contents Reasons to Work on the Hindi Conversation Starters Conversation Starters for Mingling and Socializing Conversation... Show more

If you’ve been following our blog and read our articles on beginner and intermediate Hindi phrases, it’s time to level up. Welcome to our latest installment in the series: advanced Hindi phrases. Learning the Hindi language is no piece of cake. But with a well-planned strategy, anyone can gain command of Hindi. So, if you’ve successfully come this far, pat yourself on the back and get ready for some more challenging Hindi concepts! Table of Contents Why Study Advanced Phrases in Hindi? Useful Phrases for Academic Writing Power Phrases for Your Resume Smart Phrases for the Corporate World Advanced Idioms, Sayings, and Proverbs for Everyday Usage Sound Like an Expert with HindiPod101.com 1. Why Study Advanced Phrases... Show more

As a Hindi learner, you cannot depend solely on simple vocabulary and sentence patterns forever. After a certain point, situations will demand that you learn and begin using intermediate-level Hindi phrases in order to communicate fluently with native speakers. In a previous article, we covered the essential Hindi beginner phrases; today, we’ll take a step forward and move to the next level. That’s right. It’s time to explore the most useful intermediate Hindi phrases. Table of Contents Why is it important to study intermediate phrases? Talking About Past Events Making and Changing Plans Explaining and Listing Reasons Making Recommendations and Complaints Reaction Phrases for Everyday Conversations Etiquette... Show more

Listening to Hindi podcasts is a great way to get familiar with the Hindi language, no matter your current skill level or learning goals. Today at HindiPod101.com, we will introduce you to some of the best podcasts in Hindi, handpicked from a variety of genres. Do you happen to like Bollywood music or Indian cuisine? Maybe you love to hear stories or consider yourself a passionate fighter for equal rights! Well, whatever the case may be, we’ve got you covered. Brace yourself as we dig deeper into the world of Hindi podcasts that are not only informative but fun as well. Table of Contents Benefits of Using Podcasts to Learn Hindi The Best Hindi Podcasts to Check Out Tricks to Help You Learn Hindi More Effectively with Podcasts... Show more

Small steps are the surefire pathway to a long journey.  Today’s lesson on basic Hindi phrases for beginners is one of those small but vital steps on your journey as a Hindi learner. But what’s so special about this guide?   Well, to begin with, we have listed more than 40 beginner Hindi phrases for you, covering a variety of everyday situations. This includes greetings, courtesy phrases, expressions for dining and shopping, and different ways to ask for help. Wherever applicable, we have included both the natural translation and the literal translation for the phrases in this article. We have also thrown in a few phrase patterns, for which we’ve provided two to three sample sentences each.  Please note that, in Hindi, phrases may... Show more

Congratulations! At this point in your language learning journey, you are familiar with beginner-level Hindi words and have surpassed the mountain of intermediate Hindi vocabulary. You also have a good understanding of basic sentence structures and grammar concepts, and you can probably hold a short conversation in Hindi.  While this was enough to help you survive as a new Hindi learner, it’s time to press onward and study some more advanced Hindi words. Being able to use a more sophisticated vocabulary will reflect your strong command of the Hindi language and leave a great impression on native speakers. It could also help you land a job in India and score better on examinations. So, let’s start our lesson and check out the most useful... Show more

If you’ve been studying Hindi with us for a while and are familiar with the basics of the Hindi language, it’s probably time to level up. And by this, we mean learning and practicing the most important intermediate Hindi words. → Of course, if you’re a newcomer or are feeling a bit less confident, we recommend starting with our lesson on beginner words in Hindi! What should you learn at the intermediate level? In this article, we have listed for you the most common intermediate Hindi words. We’ve included words belonging to a variety of categories and different parts of speech. So, let’s get started. Table of Contents Learning intermediate Hindi words is sooo important! Larger Numbers and Related Terms Nouns ... Show more

Did you know that India is a country where animals are worshipped?  For instance, the owl is associated with Goddess Lakshmi—the goddess of wealth. The eagle is the vehicle of Lord Vishnu, while monkeys are associated with Lord Hanuman. And Goddess Saraswati (the goddess of knowledge) rides a swan. If you’re familiar with the Indian god, Lord Krishna, most pictures and paintings have him playing the flute among the cows and other domestic animals. Hindus also consider cows to be their “mother.” And that’s not all—cows have allegedly become a religious symbol.  Learning the names of animals in Hindi can not only expand your current vocabulary, but also help you better understand Indians and their intense connection with animals. In... Show more

Since their invention, phones have been an inseparable part of our lives. They allow us to communicate with others across long distances, and the world has relied heavily on them throughout the coronavirus pandemic. While texting and social media are the favored communication means nowadays, traditional phone calls still make up a sizable chunk of our day-to-day conversations. If you’re visiting India, living here as a foreigner, or have friends and family here, being well-versed in the most common phone call phrases in Hindi is a must! Hey, this is me! To get you started, we’ve prepared a list of the most useful Hindi expressions for phone calls. You’ll pick up essential vocabulary, learn how to talk over the phone in Hindi like... Show more

Simplicity never goes out of style.  By the same token, today we’ll teach you the simplest yet most practical Hindi beginner words. These words will help ease you into the language, serving as a foundation on which to build your Hindi skills. As you expand your vocabulary, you’ll find that you can speak and understand Hindi with greater and greater proficiency.  If you’re new to the Hindi language and don’t know where to start, then this lesson is for you! Reading together is fun! Before we begin: Rest assured that we haven’t just dumped some random things here. We’ve chosen Hindi words for beginners that are simple, useful, and easy for newbies to pick up. In addition, we’ve carefully designed our list to ensure we cover... Show more