How to Say “Disturb” in Sanskrit

By Rachel Miriam • Updated October 1, 2026

बाध्

bādh

The English verb "disturb" is translated into Sanskrit as बाध् (bādh).

The word बाध् is used to express the idea of confusing or irritating someone.

Meaning: confuse or irritate (verb)

How do you pronounce it?

bādh

Did you know?

The root बाध् can be used to describe not just a person being irritated, but also a logical argument being refuted or 'disturbed'.
In Sanskrit literature, the concept of being 'disturbed' often overlaps with the idea of being obstructed or blocked in one's path.

Examples in context

मा मां बाधस्व।
mā māṃ bādhasva.
Do not disturb me.
एषः ध्वनिः मां बाधते।
eṣaḥ dhvaniḥ māṃ bādhate.
This noise disturbs me.

Sources

Word origins: Wiktionary entries बाध्, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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Rachel Miriam

Namaste! I'm Rachel, an ardent lover of the Sanskrit language and enthusiastic communicator of its intricacies. My dedication to the ancient script runs so deep that I've converted my love into informative guides about providing translations for daily phrases and objects. In my spare time, you can catch me in my garden tending to my precious banana trees or in the kitchen whipping a yummy cake for myself. So come along, journey with me into the mesmerizing world of Sanskrit! Connect every small piece of your world with Sanskrit. Dhanyavad("'Thank you" in Sanskrit)!

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