मेरी लड़की
meri ladki/meː.ɾiː ləɽ.kiː/word by word
The English phrase "my girl" is translated into Hindi as मेरी लड़की (meri ladki).
This phrase is used by a parent to refer to their daughter.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of मेरी (meri), which means "my" and लड़की (ladki), which means "girl".
How does it change in a sentence?
The possessive pronoun मेरी (meri) is the feminine form used because लड़की (ladki) is a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce it?
The romanization is meri ladki. The syllables are 3.
Did you know?
- A parent might refer to their daughter as मेरी लाडो (meri laddo), a term of endearment derived from a sweet treat, implying she is as sweet as a dessert.
- Using the phrase मेरी लड़की (meri ladki) in a romantic context is rare and might be misunderstood, as it is primarily associated with the innocence of childhood or parental affection.
- The pronunciation of the 'ḍ' in लड़की (ladki) requires a retroflex sound, where the tongue must curl back to touch the roof of the mouth, unlike the English 'd'.
Examples in context
- मेरी बेटी, आज तुम्हारी मेहनत की बदौलत तुमने अच्छे नंबर प्राप्त किए हैं।My girl, today you have achieved good grades due to your hard work.
- मेरी लड़की बहुत समझदार है।meri laṛkī bahut samajhdār hai.My girl is very sensible.
Example conversation
A father talking to his daughter about her achievements.
- विकास Vikasतुमने बहुत अच्छा काम किया, मेरी लड़की।tumne bahut achha kaam kiya, meri ladki.You did a great job, my girl.
- अंजलि Anjaliशुक्रिया, पापा!shukriya, papa!Thank you, Dad!
- विकास Vikasमुझे तुम पर गर्व है।mujhe tum par garv hai.I am proud of you.
- अंजलि Anjaliमैं आपकी मदद से सफल हुई।main aapki madad se safal hui.I succeeded with your help.
