Every language has a flavor of its own and it comes from the colloquial expressions that the native speakers of that language use. For instance, while telling a joke, snapping at someone out of anger, or during a witty banter among friends. The words, phrases, and way of putting things used in such informal conversations among locals don’t lend themselves to translation. You won’t find a word that does the same job in another language. This is why, in your efforts to learn Hindi, you’ll often stumble upon quite a few Hindi words with no English equivalent. The elements of humor, sadness, or disappointment are reflected best through the use of native expressions only. These may include popular Hindi idioms, common phrases, or... Show more

Every year a massive festival is celebrated in the middle of summer, or in Hindi Grishm Ritu in eastern India, where the Lord Jagannath is taken on a chariot ride to Dwarka and more pilgrimage sites. In this lesson, we’re talking about the special festival of the Chariot Ride, celebrated for nine days during the Hindu month of Aashad, and the significance of Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra. Since the Jagannath Festival is one of the most celebrated in India, learning about it will allow you to better understand Hindu culture and religion as a whole. And as any successful language-learner can tell you, this is a vital step in mastering any language! At HindiPod101.com, we hope to make this learning journey both fun and informative, as you... Show more

In India, people love to socialize. A smile comes in handy and folks don’t mind initiating the conversation and asking your whereabouts. In short, expect a heartwarming welcome if you’re coming to India, and even more so if it’s your first time here. Hindi is a widely spoken language in India and all over the world. In India, using phrases like “I live in..” or “My name is..” in Hindi, can be a real-quick ice-breaker in the first meeting. Whether you’re here to attend a party or a job interview, or you’re on a business trip, a bare minimum knowledge of Hindi helps you easily gel with others while feeling more connected to the conversation. Being a non-Hindi person, you may wonder how to introduce yourself in Hindi. Worry not!... Show more

If you’re a true cinema lover, chances are you’ve stumbled upon the magical world of Hindi movies or Hindi films (a.k.a. Bollywood movies) at some point. For those who aren’t familiar with the Indian mainstream cinema, below are a few interesting facts about Indian cinema and Hindi box office movies to better your understanding. Table of Contents Interesting Facts About Indian Cinema and Bollywood Learning Hindi with Bollywood Movies! Improve Your Hindi with Bollywood’s Most Popular and Timeless Movies Inspirational Movies Movies on Sensitive Issues Entertainment with a Message Romance Comedy Hindi Learning Made Easy with HindiPod101 1. Interesting Facts About Indian Cinema and Bollywood ... Show more

In the 21st century, television is much more than an entertainment device. For anyone out there who wishes to learn spoken Hindi, watching a Hindi TV show is a brilliant way to do that. Regular exposure to quality Hindi TV shows will help make you fluent in the commonly used words in the Hindi language, the tone, and the culture of India as well. Netflix and YouTube make available several Hindi shows that you can check out and choose from. The easy recaps, optional playback speeds, and free access to Hindi TV shows online make it a great resource for beginners. Hindi TV shows in YouTube really offer so much convenience! But before setting out for your favorite Hindi show, brush up your basics at HindiPod101. Get one step ahead with... Show more

Planning to stay in India and want to know how to find work in India? If you know how to talk in Hindi, you’re already halfway there! In a country divided into so many states, their native languages and cultures could prove tricky when you’re looking for jobs in India. With a little effort, you can find promising opportunities if you Google India jobs. Whether you wish to grab government jobs in India or plan to explore IT jobs in India, command over Hindi interaction keeps you ahead of others on many fronts, since your job is just one aspect of your life. Start with a bonus, and download the Business Words & Phrases PDF for FREE! (Logged-In Member Only) These include, but aren’t limited to: Avoiding glitches in early... Show more

Of all the Indian holidays, the India Republic Day holiday may just be the most significant. This is a national holiday in India, and is a day for great celebration over the adoption of its new constitution in 1950—making it a republic at last! Find out all about India Republic Day with HindiPod101.com, from the India Republic Day parade to this Hindu holiday’s origins. 1. What is Republic Day in India? In India, गणतंत्र-दिवस (ganTaNTra-DivaS) or “Republic Day” is the celebration of January 26, 1950 when its constitution (or Samvidhaan) was implemented at last. This allowed India to officially become a republic (or gantantra) at last. Prior to this, up until 1947, much of India was under British rule. While India... Show more

Most people don’t like to hear this, but consistent hard work is one of the biggest factors in your language learning success. The course or method you choose makes a difference too, but at the end of the day you ride or die by the work you put in. However the quantity of time spent studying Hindi, doesn’t necessarily determine the quality of your of study. Spending three hours a day watching bollywood movies doesn’t help you learn much if you’re not actively engaging with the language. In this article we’ll talk about how to actively engage your mind while studying Hindi. 1. Think of your brain as a muscle You’re probably familiar with the phrase “feel the burn”, or maybe “no pain no gain”. If you’ve been to your local... Show more

Learn all the Hindi New Year wishes online, in your own time, on any device! Join HindiPod101 for a special Hindi New Year celebration! Can you relate to the year passing something like this: “January, February, March - December!”? Many people do! Quantum physics teaches us that time is relative, and few experiences illustrate this principle as perfectly as when we reach the end of a year. To most of us, it feels like the old one has passed in the blink of an eye, while the new year lies ahead like a very long journey! However, New Year is also a time to celebrate beginnings, and to say goodbye to what has passed. This is true in every culture, no matter when New Year is celebrated. So, how do you say Happy New Year in Hindi? ... Show more

Do you know any ways to wish someone a ‘Merry Christmas’ in Hindi? HindiPod101 brings you easy-to-learn translations and the correct pronunciation of Hindi Christmas phrases! Christmas is the annual commemorative festival of Christ’s birth in the Western Christian Church. It takes place on December 25th and is usually celebrated with much food and fanfare! However, not all cultures celebrate Christmas. In some countries, Christmas is not even a public holiday! However, many countries have adapted Christmas and its religious meaning to tally with their own beliefs, or simply in acknowledgment of the festival’s importance to other cultures. If you want to impress native Hindi speakers with culturally-appropriate Christmas phrases and... Show more