शुभकामनाएं
shubhkaamnaayein
The Hindi phrase for "best wishes" is शुभकामनाएं (shubhkaamnaayein).
शुभकामनाएं is used to express hope for someone's future success or happiness. It is commonly used in formal writing, such as in cards, letters or official messages, to wish someone well.
What does it mean word for word?
The word is a compound of shubh (auspicious/good) and kaamna (wish/desire), with the plural suffix -ein added.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of the word is शुभकामना, but the plural form शुभकामनाएं is the standard way to express "best wishes" in a greeting or sign-off.
How do you pronounce it?
shubhkaamnaayein
Did you know?
- When giving शुभकामनाएं in person, it is common to touch the feet of an elder to receive their 'ashirwad' ('blessing'), which is seen as the active fulfillment of a best wish.
- In spoken conversation, instead of using the formal शुभकामनाएं, friends often simply say ऑल द बेस्ट (All the best), using the English phrase transliterated into Hindi.
- In traditional settings, a wish for success is often accompanied by the phrase शुभ लाभ ('auspicious profit'), which is frequently written on the doorframes of Indian businesses and homes.
Examples in context
- मेरी शुभकामनाएं आपके साथ हैं।meri shubhkamnaen aapke saath hain.My best wishes are with you.
- नई नौकरी के लिए बहुत शुभकामनाएं।nai naukri ke liye bahut shubhkamnaen.Best wishes for your new job.
- आपको सफलता के लिए हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं।aapko safalta ke liye haardik shubhkamnaen.Heartfelt best wishes to you for success.
Example conversation
Rahul is starting a new business and Priya is congratulating him.
- प्रिया Priyaनए काम के लिए बहुत शुभकामनाएं, राहुल।nae kaam ke liye bahut shubhkamnaen, Rahul.Best wishes for your new work, Rahul.
- राहुल Rahulधन्यवाद, प्रिया।dhanyavaad, Priya.Thank you, Priya.
- प्रिया Priyaमुझे यकीन है कि आप सफल होंगे।mujhe yakeen hai ki aap safal honge.I am sure you will be successful.
- राहुल Rahulआपकी शुभकामनाओं के लिए शुक्रिया।aapki shubhkamnaon ke liye shukriya.Thank you for your best wishes.
