Use of 'this' and 'that' in hindi


Key Concepts and Their Translation in Hindi Language

In English, we use 'this' and 'that' to refer to things or people.

- 'This' (यह) is used for something that is close to us.

- 'That' (वह) is used for something that is farther away.


Usage Examples and Translations

1. This is my book.

यह मेरी किताब है।


2. That is your pen.

वह तुम्हारी कलम है।


3. This is a beautiful flower.

यह एक सुंदर फूल है।


4. That was a great movie.

वह एक शानदार फिल्म थी।


Key Mistakes

1. Confusing 'this' and 'that': Remember, use 'this' for things nearby and 'that' for things far away.

2. Using 'this' for plural nouns: For example, saying 'This are my friends' is incorrect. Instead, say 'These are my friends.'

3. Forgetting to match the verb: When using 'this', use a singular verb (is), and for 'that', also use a singular verb (is). For example, 'This are good.' should be 'This is good.'

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