Grammer Spoken English Taleem Tech
Grammer Spoken English Taleem Tech
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5 3. VERB (क्रिया) 10 - 11
6 4. ADJECTIVE (क्रर्शे षण) 12 - 13
8 6. PREPOSITION (पूर्वसर्व) 15
11 PRACTICE SENTENCES: 18 - 20
12 USE OF MODAL VERBS 21 - 40
13 USE OF "CAN" 21 - 22
14 USE OF "COULD" 23 - 24
15 USE OF "MAY" 25 - 26
16 USE OF "MIGHT" 27 - 28
17 USE OF "SHALL" 29 - 30
18 USE OF "SHOULD" 31 - 32
19 USE OF "WILL" 33 - 34
20 USE OF "WOULD" 35 - 36
21 USE OF "OUGHT TO" 37 - 38
22 USE OF "USED TO" 39 - 40
23 USE OF "NEED" 41 - 42
24 USE OF "MUST" 43 - 44
25 USE OF "DARE" 45 - 46
26 PREPOSITION REVIEW 47 - 49
27 ACTIVE AND PASSIVE VOICE 50 - 52
28 ACTIVE VOICE USAGE 50 - 51
29 PASSIVE VOICE (क्रनष्क्रिय र्ाक्य) 52
30 NARRATION 53 - 55
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Articles are words used before nouns to clarify whether the noun is specific or general. In
English, there are three articles: A, An, The.
1. Indefinite Articles: A, An
"A" और "An" का उपयोर् क्रकसी अक्रनक्रित (unspecific) चीज़, व्यष्क्रि, या स्थान के क्रिए क्रकया जाता
है ।
Rules:
1. A
Use A before words that start with a consonant sound.
Examples:
2. An:
Use An before words that start with a vowel sound (a, e, i, o, u) or a silent "h."
Examples:
Important Note: "A" और "An" का चुनाव शब्द की आवाज़ (sound) के आधार पर होता है ,
न कक उसके अक्षर के आधार पर।
Examples:
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"The" का उपयोग ककसी कवशेष (specific) या पहले से ज्ञात वस्तु, व्यक्ति, या स्थान के कलए
ककया जाता है।
Rules:
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PART OF SPEECH
Parts of Speech in English (Detailed Explanation with Hindi and English Examples)
In English grammar, Parts of Speech are categories that describe the roles and functions of
words in a sentence. There are 8 main parts of speech: Noun, Pronoun, Verb, Adjective,
Adverb, Preposition, Conjunction, and Interjection. Below is a comprehensive guide with
rules and examples.
1. Noun (संज्ञा)
A noun names a person, place, thing, or idea. It is the subject or object in a sentence.
Types of Nouns:
Examples:
Examples:
Boys are playing in the park. (िडके पाकव में खेि रहे हैं ।)
Examples:
Examples:
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Examples:
2. Pronoun (सवथनाम)
A pronoun replaces a noun to avoid repetition.
Types of Pronouns:
1. Personal Pronouns: I, You, He, She, It, We, They
Examples:
They are coming to the party. (र्े पाटी में आ रहे हैं ।)
2. Possessive Pronouns: Mine, Yours, His, Hers, Ours, Theirs
Examples:
The boy who won the race is my friend. (िडका क्रजसने ि ड जीती, मेरा िोस्त है ।)
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3. Verb (किया)
A verb expresses an action, state, or condition.
Types of Verbs:
1. Action Verbs (किया): Describe physical or mental actions.
Examples:
2. Helping Verbs (सहायक किया): Support the main verb (e.g., is, am, are, was, were,
will).
Examples:
3. Linking Verbs (संबंधसूचक किया): Connect the subject with information about it (e.g.,
seem, become, appear).
Examples:
Types of Adjectives:
1. Descriptive Adjectives: Describe quality.
Examples:
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Types of Adverbs:
1. Adverbs of Manner: How? (Slowly, Quickly)
6. Preposition (पूवथसगथ)
A preposition shows the relationship of a noun/pronoun to another word.
Examples:
7. Conjunction (समुच्चयबोधक)
A conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses.
Examples:
1. Coordinating Conjunctions: And, But, Or, So
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Example: She stayed because it was raining. (र्ह रुकी क्योंक्रक बाररश हो रही थी।
8. Interjection (कवस्मयाकदबोधक)
An interjection expresses sudden feelings or emotions.
Examples:
Practice Sentences:
1. Noun: The dog is barking. (कुत्ता भ क
ं रहा है।)
7. Conjunction: I will come if it stops raining. (मैं आऊंगा अगर बाररश रुक जाए।)
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Model Verb
Use Of “Can”
"Can' is used to express the possibility of something happening. It indicates that
something is possible, though not guaranteed.
Examples:
4. Can for Requests (अनुरोध के कलए "Can') "Can" is used to make requests. When asking
for help or a favor, 'can" is used to politely request something.
Examples:
English: Can you help me with this problem?
English: Can you open the window, please? Hindi: क्या आप क्तखड़की खोल सकते हैं ,
कृपया?
In these cases, "can" is used to politely ask for help or to request an action
5. Can in Negative Form (नकारात्मक रूप में "Can") The negative form of 'can' is "cannot"
or "can't". It is used to show that something is not possible or that someone does not
have the ability to do something.
Examples:
English: I can't swim.
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"Can" is used when offering help or assistance. It is a way of saying that you are willing to
do something for someone.
Examples:
English: Can I help you with your homework? Hindi: क्या में आपकी होमवकथ में मदद कर
सकता हूँ?
English: Can I carry your bag? Hindi: क्या मैं आपका बैग ले सकता हूँ ?
Here, 'can" is used to offer assistance or help.
action happening, although it is not as common as "may" or "might" for expressing future
possibility.
Examples: English: It can get very cold in the mountains.
8. Can for General Truths or Facts (सामान्य सत्य या तथ्ों के कलए "Can")
"Can' is used to state general truths or facts that are true in a broad sense or that apply to
everyone.
Examples: English: Birds can fly.
English: People can be very kind. Hindi: लोग बहुत दयालु हो सकते हैं।
In these cases, "can" expresses
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Hindi क्या आप मेरी मदद कर सकते हैं ? English: Can I go to the party?
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USE OF COULD
"Could" is a modal verb that is used in different ways in English. Here's a brief explanation of
its main uses:
"Could" is used to talk about an ability that someone had in the past, but may not
necessarily have now.
Example:
English: I could swim when I was a child.
"Could" is used to make polite requests or ask for something in a more formal or respectful
way.
Example:
English: Could you please pass the salt?
3. Possibility (संभावना)
"Could" is used to express a possibility or something that may happen in the present or
future.
Example:
English: It could rain later.
4. Suggestions (सुझाव)
"Could" can be used to make suggestions about what is possible or a good idea.
Example:
English: You could try calling her.
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"Could" is used for polite requests in the past, often to ask for permission or to make a
suggestion.
Example:
English: When I was younger, I could ask my parents for anything.
Hindi: जब मैं छोटा था, तो मैं अपने माता-क्रपता से कुछ भी पूछ सकता था।
"Could" is used in conditional sentences to talk about things that are possible under certain
conditions.
Example:
English: If I had more time, I could help you.
Hindi: अर्र मेरे पास ज्यािा समय होता, तो मैं आपकी मिि कर सकता था।
USE OF MAY
"May" is a modal verb in English that is used to express permission, possibility, and wishes.
Here’s a detailed explanation of its uses:
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In these examples, "may" expresses a possible event or action that may happen in the
future.
"May" is often used to express a wish or hope for something in the present or future. It is
used in formal or traditional contexts, especially when giving blessings or expressing good
wishes.
Example:
English: May you have a happy birthday!
In formal or official contexts, "may" is often preferred over "can" for asking for or giving
permission.
Example:
English: May I ask a question?
The negative form of "may" is "may not", used to express that something is not allowed or
that something is impossible.
Example:
English: You may not enter the room without permission.
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"May" can also be used in conditional sentences to indicate a possible outcome depending
on the condition.
Example:
English: If you study hard, you may pass the exam.
Hindi: अर्र तुम मेहनत से पढ़ाई करोर्े, तो तु म परीक्षा में पास हो सकते हो।
In this case, "may" shows that passing the exam is a possible outcome if the condition is
met.
Conclusion
"May" is a modal verb used to express permission, possibility, and wishes. It is more formal
than "can" and is often used in polite requests, giving blessings, or discussing events that
might happen. Whether you are seeking permission, expressing possibility, or giving well-
wishes, "may" is a versatile verb that is commonly used in various contexts.
Use of might
"Might" is a modal verb in English, commonly used to express possibility, permission, and
hypothetical situations. Here’s a detailed explanation of its uses:
"Might" is often used to express a possibility or something that could happen, but is less
certain than "may". It suggests that something is possible but not definite.
Examples:
English: It might rain later.
Hindi: र्ह पाटी में आ सकती है अर्र र्ह अपना काम खत्म कर िेती है ।
In these examples, "might" expresses something that is possible but not certain.
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"Might" is used to talk about hypothetical situations or things that could happen under
certain conditions.
Examples:
English: If I had more time, I might visit you.
Hindi: अर्र मेरे पास ज्यािा समय होता, तो मैं आपसे क्रमिने आ सकता था।
English: I might go to the gym if I finish my work early.
Hindi: अर्र मैंने जल्दी काम खत्म क्रकया, तो मैं क्रजम जा सकता हूँ ।
Here, "might" is used to talk about a possibility that depends on a condition.
"Might" is also used to make polite suggestions or requests in English, especially in formal or
respectful situations.
Examples
English: You might want to take an umbrella with you.
Although less common than "may", "might" can be used to ask for permission in a more
formal or tentative way. It can also be used to express a more polite or less certain form of
granting permission.
Examples:
English: Might I ask you a question?
"Might" can also be used to talk about something that was a possibility in the past, often in
conditional statements or to reflect a missed opportunity.
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Examples:
English: He might have gone to the store, but I'm not sure.
Hindi: र्ह िु कान र्या हो सकता था, िेक्रकन मुझे यकीन नहीं है ।
English: She might have missed the bus if she didn't hurry.
Hindi: अर्र र्ह जल्दी नहीं करती, तो र्ह बस छूट सकती थी।
In these cases, "might" indicates something that could have happened in the past, but
isn't confirmed.
"Might" is often used in conditional sentences to show that something is possible under
specific conditions.
Examples:
English: If we leave now, we might catch the bus.
Hindi: अर्र र्ह ज्यािा मेहनत करती है , तो उसे प्रमोशन क्रमि सकता है ।
"Might" is used here to express a possibility that depends on a condition.
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Use of "Shall"
"Shall" is a modal verb in English, used primarily in formal contexts. It is often used to
express future intentions, offers, suggestions, promises, and obligations. Below is a
detailed explanation of its uses:
"Shall" is used to express a future intention or action, often in formal or legal contexts. It
is typically used with the first person (I, we).
Examples:
English: I shall call you when I arrive.
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"Shall" is used to make offers, especially in formal contexts or when the speaker is
offering to do something for someone.
Examples:
English: Shall I bring you some water?
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"Shall" can also be used to make promises or indicate firm intentions, often in formal
contexts.
Examples:
English: I shall never forget your kindness.
Hindi: आवेदनकताथ को कनधाथररत समय सीमा तक आवश्यक दस्तावेज़ जमा करने होंगे।
In these cases, "shall" is used to set rules or obligations in legal contexts.
Use of "Should"
"Should" is a modal verb in English used to express advice, suggestions, obligations,
expectations, and probability. It is a versatile word that can be used in many different
contexts. Below is a detailed explanation of the uses of "should."
"Should" is often used to give advice or make a suggestion. It is more polite and less direct
than saying "must."
Examples:
English: You should eat more vegetables.
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Hindi: मुझे लगता है कक आपको इस बारे में अपने कशक्षक से बात करनी चाकहए।
In these examples, "should" is used to suggest actions that are considered good or helpful.
"Should" can be used to express obligation or duty. It suggests that something is the right
thing to do but is often not as strong as "must."
Examples:
English: You should pay your bills on time.
"Should" is used to express an expectation that something will happen or that someone
will do something. It can suggest that something is likely or probable.
Examples:
English: The train should arrive at 10 AM.
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"Should" can also be used to give a warning or emphasize that something is the right or
sensible course of action.
Examples:
English: You should be careful when crossing the road.
In these cases, "should" is used to give advice or a gentle warning about something that is
important for safety or well-being.
"Should" can also be used to talk about past obligations or actions that were expected but
did not happen.
Examples:
English: You should have called me earlier.
In these examples, "should" is used to express something that was expected or required
in the past but did not happen.
Hindi: अगर आप उसे दे खें, तो उसे बताएं कक मैं उसे ढू ूँ ढ रहा हूँ।
English: Should you need help, don’t hesitate to ask.
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Hindi: अगर आपको मदद चाकहए हो, तो पूछने में संकोच न करें ।
In these sentences, "should" expresses a hypothetical situation and gives advice for that
situation.
Hindi: अगर आप ठीक महसूस नही ं कर रहे हैं , तो आपको डॉक्टर से कमलना चाकहए।
English: You should talk to her about the issue.
"Should" can be used to express something that is likely to happen, based on what is
expected or probable.
Examples:
English: The meeting should end by 4 PM.
Use of "Will"
"Will" is one of the most commonly used modal verbs in English. It is used to express
future intentions, promises, decisions, offers, and predictions. It is a versatile verb that
can convey certainty or willingness depending on the context.
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"Will" is used to express actions or events that are certain or planned to happen in the
future. It is the most common way to indicate that something will occur after the present
moment.
Examples:
English: I will call you tomorrow.
"Will" is commonly used to make promises. When someone uses "will," they are often
committing to doing something in the future.
Examples:
English: I will help you with your homework.
"Will" is used to express predictions about the future, often based on the speaker's
expectations or knowledge of the situation.
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Examples:
English: It will rain tomorrow.
"Will" is also used to express a decision made right at the moment of speaking, often
when someone volunteers to do something or makes an offer.
Examples:
English: I will help you clean the house.
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Examples:
English: Will you join us for dinner tonight?
"Will" can also describe a future action that is expected to become a regular part of
someone's routine or habit.
Examples:
English: She will go to the gym every day after work.
Use of "Would"
"Would" is a modal verb in English that is used in various contexts to express politeness,
hypothetical situations, requests, offers, preferences, and past actions. It is the past form
of "will," but it is also used in many different ways in modern English. Below is a detailed
explanation of the uses of "would."
Hindi: अगर मैं अमीर होता, तो मैं दु कनया भर में यात्रा करता।
English: She would help you if she had the time.
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In these examples, "would" is used to express actions that would happen under certain
hypothetical conditions.
"Would" is commonly used to make polite requests. It softens the tone, making the
request more formal and polite.
Examples:
English: Would you like some coffee?
"Would" can be used to describe past habitual actions, especially actions that were
repeated regularly in the past.
Examples:
English: When we were children, we would play outside every day.
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In these sentences, "would" describes something that used to happen regularly in the
past.
Hindi: उन्हें शहर में रहने से ज्यादा समुद्र तर्ट पर जाना पसंद है।
Here, "would" is used to express a preference for one option over another.
"Would" is used to express future events from the perspective of the past, especially in
reported speech or when reflecting on past plans or expectations.
Examples:
English: He said he would finish the work by 5 PM.
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Here, "would" is used in reported speech to indicate something that was expected or
planned in the past.
"Would" can be used to give advice or make a suggestion. It often suggests that
something is a good idea or the best course of action.
Examples:
English: You would do well to study harder for the exam.
Hindi: मैं र्टरैकिक से बचने के कलए पहले वाली र्टरेन लेने की कसिाररश करू
ं गा।
In these cases, "would" suggests that a certain action is a good or sensible idea.
Hindi: मैं इस काम में आपकी मदद करने के कलए खुश होऊूँगा।
English: She would love to join us for the party.
"Would" is also used to express a wish or desire. It is commonly used with verbs like "like"
or "love" to talk about things someone wants or hopes for.
Examples:
English: I would love to go on a vacation next month.
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"Ought to" is commonly used to give advice or suggestions about what is considered the
right or best course of action.
Examples:
English: You ought to study harder for your exams.
Hindi: आपको अपनी परीक्षा के कलए ज्यादा मेहनत से पढाई करनी चाकहए।
English: She ought to see a doctor if she is feeling unwell.
Hindi: अगर उसे तकबयत खराब महसूस हो रही है , तो उसे डॉक्टर को दे खना चाकहए।
In these cases, "ought to" suggests that the action is advisable or recommended.
"Ought to" can be used to express a sense of obligation or duty, indicating that something
should be done because it is morally or socially right.
Examples:
English: You ought to respect your elders.
Here, "ought to" expresses an obligation to perform an action based on moral or social
responsibility.
"Ought to" can also be used to express something that is expected to happen or is likely to
happen based on the current situation.
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Examples:
English: The train ought to arrive in a few minutes.
"Ought to" can be used to give a strong recommendation, implying that it is the right thing
to do.
Examples:
English: You ought to try the new restaurant; it's really good.
Hindi: आपको नया रे स्तरां ज़रूर र्टराई करना चाकहए; यह सच में अच्छा है।
English: They ought to consider all options before making a decision.
Hindi: उन्हें कनणथय लेने से पहले सभी कवकल्पों पर कवचार करना चाकहए।
In these examples, "ought to" strongly suggests the recommended action.
"Ought to" is sometimes used to express criticism or a complaint, implying that someone
should have done something but failed to do so.
Examples:
English: He ought to have finished the project by now.
Hindi: आपको मुझे समस्या के बारे में पहले बताना चाकहए था।
In these cases, "ought to" expresses that something was expected but didn't
happen.
6. Giving Moral or Ethical Advice (नैकतक या आचार संबंधी सलाह)
"Ought to" is often used to provide advice based on moral or ethical considerations.
Examples:
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"Ought to" can also be used to express regret about something that should have
happened but didn't.
Examples:
English: I ought to have studied more for the test.
Hindi: मुझे र्टे स्ट के कलए ज्यादा पढाई करनी चाकहए थी।
English: She ought to have told the truth earlier.
1. Describing Past Habits or Repeated Actions (अतीत की आदतें या बार-बार होने वाली
कियाएूँ )
"Used to" is most commonly used to talk about actions or events that were habitual in the
past but do not happen anymore. It emphasizes that something was regularly done in the
past.
Examples:
English: I used to play football every Saturday.
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In both examples, "used to" describes an activity that was habitual or regular in the past
but no longer happens.
"Used to" is also used to describe situations or conditions that were true in the past but
have changed over time.
Examples:
English: There used to be a park here.
In these examples, "used to" refers to something that was true in the past but is no longer
true or has changed.
To express something that did not happen regularly or did not exist in the past, we use the
negative form "didn't use to."
Examples:
English: I didn't use to like coffee when I was young.
Here, "didn't use to" emphasizes that the action or state did not occur or was not true in the
past.
"Used to" helps emphasize that something has changed over time, such as a past habit
that no longer exists, or a past state that no longer applies.
Examples:
English: He used to be very shy, but now he's quite confident.
Hindi: वह बहुत संकोची हुआ करता था, लेककन अब वह कािी आत्मकवश्वासी है।
English: They used to live in a small apartment, but now they have a big house.
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Hindi: वे एक छोर्टे से अपार्टथ मेंर्ट में रहते थे, लेककन अब उनके पास एक बड़ा घर है ।
In both examples, "used to" highlights a change over time from the past to the present.
5. "Used to" vs. "Be Used to" (Used to और Be Used to में अंतर)
It is important to distinguish between "used to" and "be used to".
"Used to" refers to past actions or states that no longer happen or are no longer true.
"Be used to" refers to being accustomed to something, i.e., something that is familiar or
routine in the present.
Examples of "Used to":
English: I used to live in New York.
"Used to" refers to a past habit, while "be used to" refers to being accustomed to
something in the present.
6. Asking Questions with "Used to" (प्रश्न पूछने में "Used to" का उपयोग)
When asking questions about past habits or situations, we use "used to" along with the
auxiliary verb "did."
Examples:
English: Did you used to play with dolls when you were a child?
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Use of "Need"
"Need" is a verb in English that is used to express necessity, requirement, or obligation. It
can be used to talk about things that are required or important to do, or things that are
necessary for a particular situation or condition.
"Need" is commonly used to express something that is necessary for a person to do, have,
or experience.
Examples:
English: You need to study for your exams.
"Need" can also be used to express a sense of obligation or duty, especially when it is
essential to take an action.
Examples:
English: You need to finish your homework before going out.
Hindi: आपको बाहर जाने से पहले अपना होमवकथ पूरा करना चाकहए।
English: She needs to take care of her health.
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Here, "don't need" (or "doesn't need") is used to show that something is unnecessary or
not required.
Examples:
English: Do you need any help with your project?
"Need" can also be used to give advice or suggestions, implying that something should be
done for the best result.
Examples:
English: You need to get more sleep if you're feeling tired.
Hindi: उसे सड़क पार करते समय ज्यादा सावधान रहना चाकहए।
Here, "need" expresses a suggestion or recommendation for action.
6. "Need" as a Modal Verb in the Negative (नकारात्मक रूप में सहायक किया के रूप में
"Need")
When "need" is used as a modal verb in the negative form, it is followed by the base verb
without "to". It is often used to mean that something is unnecessary.
Examples:
English: You need not worry about the meeting tomorrow.
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"Need" can also be used in the past tense to express something that was necessary in the
past. In such cases, "needed" is used.
Examples:
English: I needed help with my homework yesterday.
Hindi: अगर उसे बुखार था, तो उसे आने की जरूरत नही ं थी।
In these examples, "need not" emphasizes the lack of necessity or obligation.
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Use of "Must"
"Must" is a modal verb in English that is used to express necessity, obligation, strong
recommendations, or logical conclusions. It is a powerful modal verb that conveys a sense
of something that is very important, essential, or required. "Must" can also be used to
indicate that something is certain based on reasoning
"Must" is used to express something that is necessary or required to do. It shows a strong
sense of obligation.
Examples:
English: You must wear a helmet while riding a bike.
Hindi: उसे बाहर जाने से पहले अपना होमवकथ पूरा करना चाकहए।
In these cases, "must" emphasizes the necessity of performing an action.
"Must" can also be used to give strong advice or recommendations, suggesting something
is highly recommended or necessary for the best outcome.
Examples:
English: You must try the new restaurant; the food is amazing.
Hindi: आपको नया रे स्तरां जरूर र्टराई करना चाकहए; खाना बहुत अच्छा है।
English: If you’re ever in Paris, you must visit the Eiffel Tower.
Hindi: अगर आप कभी पेररस जाएं , तो आपको एकिल र्टॉवर जरूर दे खना चाकहए।
Here, "must" emphasizes that something is highly recommended or considered essential.
"Must" is used when making a logical conclusion or deduction based on the available
information. It expresses certainty or strong likelihood.
Examples:
English: She’s wearing a coat, so it must be cold outside.
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Hindi: उसने अपना िोन नही ं उठाया; वह मीकर्टं ग में होना चाकहए।
In these sentences, "must" expresses the speaker's certainty about the situation based on
reasoning or evidence.
Hindi: आपको जल्दी करना चाकहए, नही ं तो हम फ्लाइर्ट कमस कर दें गे।
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"Must" can also be used in questions to ask about necessity or obligation, or to inquire
about logical conclusions.
Examples:
English: Must I finish this report by tomorrow?
When used in the negative form as "must not" or "mustn't," it expresses a strong
prohibition or something that is not allowed.
Examples:
English: You must not talk during the exam.
"Must" and "have to" are often used interchangeably to express necessity or obligation,
but there is a slight difference in their usage.
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"Have to" is usually used when the necessity comes from an external source, such as a
rule, law, or other people’s expectations.
Examples:
English: I must finish this project today (personal urgency).
Use of "Dare"
"Dare" is a modal verb in English that is used to express courage, bravery, or the lack of
courage to do something. It is commonly used in both positive and negative forms to
show defiance, challenge, or to question someone’s ability or willingness to ta
"Dare" can also function as a regular verb, particularly when talking about challenging
someone to do something. The meaning changes slightly depending on whether it is used
as a modal verb or a regular verb.
When "dare" is used as a modal verb, it does not require "to" after it, and it is often used
in negative sentences and questions to express the idea of being brave enough to do
something.
Examples:
English: I dare not speak to her.
Hindi: तुम मुझसे इस तरह बात करने की कहम्मत कैसे करते हो?
In these examples, "dare" is used to indicate a lack of courage or to express a challenge.
When used in the negative form, "dare" shows that someone is too afraid or lacks the
courage to do something. It is often used in expressions of shock or disbelief when
someone does something considered bold or disrespectful.
Examples:
English: He dared not open the door.
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Here, "dare not" or "doesn’t dare" shows that the person is afraid or reluctant to do
something.
As a regular verb, "dare" is followed by the base form of the verb with "to". It is used to
talk about a challenge or when someone asks or dares another person to do something.
Examples:
English: I dare you to jump into the pool.
In these cases, "dare" is used in the sense of challenging someone to do something that
may be risky or difficult.
When used in questions, "dare" is used to ask if someone has the courage or boldness to
do something.
Examples:
English: Dare you to argue with him?
These questions use "dare" to ask if someone is brave or foolish enough to perform an
action.
Although "dare" is typically used in negative and question forms, it can also appear in
affirmative sentences, especially when talking about challenging actions or bravery.
Examples:
English: He dared to speak the truth in front of everyone.
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Here, "dared" in affirmative sentences expresses that someone did something bold or
brave.
"Dare" can be used in a more defiant or challenging way, often implying that someone is
being bold enough to break the rules or confront authority.
Examples:
English: He dared to speak out against the injustice.
When "dare" is used as a modal verb, it is not followed by "to" (e.g., "How dare you?").
However, when "dare" is used as a regular verb, it is often followed by "to" (e.g., "I dare
to challenge you").
Examples:
English: I dare not tell her the truth.
Here, "dare" is used in two different ways: as a modal verb without "to," and as a regular
verb with "to."
In literature and poetry, "dare" can be used for dramatic or emotional effect to highlight
courage or defiance.
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Example:
English: Who dare disturb my peace?
In this example, "dare" adds a tone of seriousness or challenge, which is often seen in
dramatic or poetic language.
Preposition
What are Prepositions? (अव्यय क्या हैं ?)
A preposition is a word used to show the relationship between a noun or pronoun and
other parts of a sentence. It helps describe time, place, direction, cause, manner, or other
relationships.
Prepositions are categorized based on the kind of relationship they show. Below are the
types with detailed explanations and examples:
These prepositions describe the location or position of something. They answer the
question "Where?" (कहाूँ ?).
Examples:
1. पर (par) → on
2. में (mein) → in
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Time prepositions indicate the relationship between actions and time. They answer the
question "When?" (कब?).
Examples:
1. से (se) → since/from
2. तक (tak) → until
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Practice Example:
These prepositions indicate movement from one place to another or direction. They
answer the question "Where to?" (कहाूँ तक?).
Examples:
2. तक (tak) → to/until
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1. से (se) → with/by
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In English, prepositions come before the noun (e.g., "on the table"), but in Hindi, they
come after (e.g., "मेज पर").
2. Common Errors:
Many learners mistakenly translate Hindi prepositions directly, leading to errors. Example:
Incorrect: "She is in home."
Correct: "She is at home."
3. Context Matters:
The same preposition can have multiple meanings based on context. For example:
से (se):
Reading books or watching videos in English and Hindi can help reinforce their correct
usage.
Exercise (अभ्यास):
Translate the following sentences from Hindi to English:
Voice refers to the form of a verb that shows whether the subject of a sentence performs
the action or receives the action.
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In active voice, the subject of the sentence is the doer of the action. This makes the
sentence direct and clear.
Structure of Active Voice
Subject + Verb (action) + Object
Examples:
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Subject: He
Verb: writes
Object: a story
2. Make the Object the Subject
New Subject: A story
3. Change the Verb to Past Participle (Verb-3)
writes → is written
4. Add the Correct Helping Verb
Helping verbs depend on the tense:
Present Simple: is/am/are
Past Simple: was/were
Future Simple: will be
5. Add "by + Subject" (Optional)
Passive: A story is written by him.
Tense-Wise Conversion from Active to Passive
1. Present Simple Tense
Active: She sings a song.
Passive: A song is sung by her.
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Narration
Narration: Direct and Indirect Speech
In direct speech, we use the exact words spoken by the speaker and enclose them within
quotation marks (“ ”). The speaker's words are written as they are spoken without any
changes.
Structure of Direct Speech
Subject + Said/Asked/Exclaimed + “Quoted Words”
Example in Hindi and English
In indirect speech, the speaker's words are reported without using quotation marks. The
words are changed according to the rules of grammar, tense, and pronouns to fit the
context.
Structure of Indirect Speech
Subject + Said/Told/Asked + That + Modified Words
Example in Hindi and English
Here, Ram's words are conveyed without quotation marks, and the tense has been
changed accordingly.
Rules for Converting Direct Speech into Indirect Speech
To transform direct speech into indirect speech, several grammatical rules need to be
followed. Let’s explore them in detail.
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1. Changes in Pronouns
Pronouns in the reported speech change depending on the subject and object of the
reporting verb.
Direct Speech: He said, “I will go to the market.”
Indirect Speech: He said that he would go to the market.
(Here, “I” changes to “he” to match the subject.)
2. Changes in Tense
The tense of the reported speech usually changes if the reporting verb is in the past tense.
Present Simple → Past Simple
Direct: She said, “I work hard.”
Indirect: She said that she worked hard.
Present Continuous → Past Continuous
Direct: He said, “I am reading a book.”
Indirect: He said that he was reading a book.
Present Perfect → Past Perfect
Direct: She said, “I have finished my homework.”
Indirect: She said that she had finished her homework.
Past Simple → Past Perfect
Direct: He said, “I went to the park.”
Indirect: He said that he had gone to the park.
Future (Will) → Would
Direct: She said, “I will call you tomorrow.”
Indirect: She said that she would call me the next day.
3. Changes in Time and Place Words
Certain time and place words in direct speech change when converted to indirect speech.
Example
Direct: He said, “I will meet you here tomorrow.”
Indirect: He said that he would meet me there the next day.
4. Reporting Questions
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