Use of 'Since' and 'from' in spoken English


Key Concepts and Their Translation in Hindi Language

The words 'since' and 'from' are often used in English to talk about time.

'Since' means the starting point of a time period that continues to the present. In Hindi, it translates to 'से'.

'From' indicates the beginning of a time period but does not necessarily mean it continues to the present. In Hindi, it translates to 'से' as well, but is used differently.

Usage Examples and Translations

1. I have lived here since 2010.

(मैं यहाँ 2010 से रह रहा हूँ।)

2. I will be on vacation from Monday to Friday.

(मैं सोमवार से शुक्रवार तक छुट्टी पर रहूँगा।)

3. She has been studying English since last year.

(वह पिछले साल से अंग्रेजी पढ़ रही है।)

4. The store is open from 9 AM to 5 PM.

(दुकान सुबह 9 बजे से शाम 5 बजे तक खुली है।)


Key Mistakes

1. Using 'since' for a specific time period that does not continue: "I worked there since 2015." (Incorrect) It should be "I worked there from 2015 to 2018."

2. Confusing 'from' with 'since': "I have known her from 5 years." (Incorrect) It should be "I have known her since 5 years." (Correct)

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