अर्थ
artha
In Marathi, 'meaning' is expressed as अर्थ (artha).
अर्थ refers to the definition or connotation of a word. In formal or philosophical contexts, this word can also signify 'wealth' or 'purpose'.
Meaning: definition or connotation of a word (noun)
Which one should you use?
While अर्थ is the standard term, you may encounter मतलब in everyday conversations, which is used as an informal way to say 'meaning'.
How does it change in a sentence?
To use the word in different grammatical cases, change its form: use अर्थाचा to say 'of the meaning' (possessive) and अर्थाला to say 'to the meaning' (dative).
How do you pronounce it?
artha
Did you know?
- In ancient Indian philosophy, 'artha' is one of the four goals of human life, representing the pursuit of material prosperity and worldly success.
- The word अर्थ is used in technical Marathi economic terms, such as in 'अर्थशास्त्र' (economics), where 'artha' refers to wealth or resources.
- Marathi speakers often use the phrase काय अर्थ आहे not just to ask for a definition, but to express a feeling of pointlessness, similar to asking 'What is the point?'
Examples in context
- त्याचा अर्थ काय आहे?What's the meaning of that?This sentence is useful for asking for the meaning of something using अर्थ.Tatoeba #2440763 by sabretou, translation #1156571 by Eldad
- मला अर्थ कळत नाहीये.I can't understand the meaning.This sentence shows how to express a lack of understanding regarding the अर्थ.Tatoeba #2562206 by sabretou, translation #1490702 by niceguydave
- या शब्दाचा अर्थ काय आहे?What is the meaning of this word?This sentence is useful for asking for the meaning of a specific word using अर्थ.Tatoeba #13969437 by sabretou, translation #57971 by CC
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Example conversation
Rohan and Priya are discussing a book they are reading.
- रोहन Rohanया कवितेचा अर्थ खूप खोल आहे.ya kavitecha artha khup khol ahe.The meaning of this poem is very deep.
- प्रिया Priyaहो, मला पण ते पटले.ho, mala pan te patle.Yes, I also understood it.
- रोहन Rohanतुला या शब्दाचा अर्थ समजला का?tula ya shabdacha artha samajla ka?Did you understand the meaning of this word?
- प्रिया Priyaनाही, मला तो नक्की कळला नाही.nahi, mala to nakki kalla nahi.No, I didn't quite understand it.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
