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/ɪɡˈzɑːmpl/noun
उच्चारण इग्ज़ाम्पल
उदाहरण, मिसाल; आदर्श
Basic word
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something such as an object, a fact or a situation that shows, explains or supports what you say; a thing that is typical of or represents a particular group or set; a person or their behaviour that is thought of as something to copy
उदाहरण, मिसाल; आदर्श
- for example
- She is an example to us all.
- set a good example
+ 3 more examples
- Can you give me an example of a noun?
- This old temple is a fine example of local architecture.
- Take your older brother as an example and work hard.
Synonyms instance case illustration model ideal
§Structures (grammar patterns) 5
an example of sth
Use 'of' after 'example' to name the group or idea the example belongs to.
'Example' के बाद 'of' आता है, जो उस समूह या विचार को बताता है जिसका वह उदाहरण है।
- Neem is an example of a medicinal tree.
- This sentence is an example of the passive voice.
for example / for instance / e.g.
'For example' introduces an illustration. It is usually followed by a comma. The abbreviation 'e.g.' is used in writing.
'For example' उदाहरण का परिचय देता है, और इसके बाद प्रायः comma आता है। लिखित रूप में 'e.g.' संक्षेप का प्रयोग होता है।
- Many fruits are rich in vitamin C, for example, oranges and guavas.
- Use linking words (e.g., however, therefore).
set an example / follow sb's example
'Set an example' means to behave in a way others should copy. 'Follow someone's example' is to copy it.
'Set an example' का अर्थ ऐसा आचरण करना जिसकी दूसरे नकल करें। 'Follow sb's example' का अर्थ उसकी नकल करना।
- Teachers should set a good example.
- Radhika followed her sister's example and joined the library.
make an example of sb
To punish someone publicly so that others are afraid to do the same.
किसी को सार्वजनिक दंड देना ताकि दूसरे वही करने से डरें।
- The principal made an example of the boy who cheated.
take sth as an example / give an example
Use 'take sth as an example' to explain a point with one case. Use 'give an example' to provide one.
किसी बात को एक मामले से समझाने के लिए 'take sth as an example'। उदाहरण देने के लिए 'give an example'।
- Take the Ganga as an example.
- Can you give an example of a collective noun?
+Collocations 5
adjective + example
goodperfectclassictypicalshiningclear
- Mahatma Gandhi is a shining example of non-violence.
verb + example
givesetfollowquoteciteprovide
- The teacher cited an example from the newspaper.
example + preposition
offromforin
- This is an example from last year's paper.
example + noun
sentenceproblemcasetext
- Study the example sentence before writing yours.
phrases with example
for exampleby way of examplea case in pointto give an example
- There are many ways to save water; for example, close the tap while brushing.
“More examples 5
- The teacher solved one example on the board before giving us homework.
शिक्षक ने गृहकार्य देने से पहले बोर्ड पर एक उदाहरण हल किया।
- Radhika's hard work is an example for her younger brother.
राधिका की मेहनत उसके छोटे भाई के लिए एक उदाहरण है।
- Choose a famous example, such as the Taj Mahal, to explain your point.
अपनी बात समझाने के लिए ताजमहल जैसा कोई प्रसिद्ध उदाहरण चुनें।
- There are many examples of birds that cannot fly, for example the ostrich.
ऐसे पक्षियों के कई उदाहरण हैं जो उड़ नहीं सकते, जैसे शुतुरमुर्ग।
- The old village school is a fine example of simple, strong design.
पुराना गाँव का स्कूल सरल और मज़बूत डिज़ाइन का एक उत्कृष्ट उदाहरण है।
!Common mistakes 2
✗ He gave me an example about a noun.
✓ He gave me an example of a noun.
Use 'of', not 'about', after 'example'.
'Example' के बाद 'about' नहीं, 'of' आता है।
✗ Teachers should give example to their students.
✓ Teachers should set an example for their students.
To behave as a model, use 'set an example', not 'give example'.
आदर्श आचरण दिखाने के लिए 'set an example' आता है, 'give example' नहीं।
≠Thesaurus: which synonym when
These words all introduce a case that explains a general point, but they differ in tone and use.
ये सभी शब्द किसी सामान्य बात को समझाने वाला मामला जोड़ते हैं, पर tone और प्रयोग भिन्न हैं।
The general word for one case that shows a general point.
सामान्य बात दिखाने वाले एक मामले के लिए सामान्य शब्द।
- Give an example of a mammal.
A particular case or occurrence; slightly formal.
कोई विशेष मामला या घटना; कुछ औपचारिक।
- In this instance, the bank made an error.
An example, picture or story used to make something clearer.
कोई उदाहरण, चित्र या कहानी जो बात को स्पष्ट करे।
- The story is an illustration of kindness.
¶Idioms 4
for example
used to give an example of what you are saying
उदाहरण के लिए, जैसे
- Many fruits, for example mangoes, are rich in vitamins.
- Some words, for example 'colonel', are hard to spell.
make an example of sb
to punish sb as a warning to others
(किसी को) सज़ा देकर दूसरों के लिए मिसाल बनाना
- The teacher made an example of the boy who cheated.
- The court decided to make an example of him.
set an example / set a good example
to behave in a way that others should copy
मिसाल क़ायम करना, उदाहरण पेश करना
- Radhika sets a good example for her younger sister.
- Leaders must set an example.
follow sb's example
to do what sb else has done
(किसी के) नक़्शे-क़दम पर चलना
- Follow your sister's example and study hard.
- Other states followed Kerala's example.
≈Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
?Which word?
Keep the example words: example, instance, case, illustration, specimen (a sample), model, paragon (a perfect example: 'a paragon of virtue').
उदाहरण के शब्द याद रखिए: example, instance, case, illustration, specimen (नमूना), model, paragon (पूर्ण आदर्श: 'a paragon of virtue')।
§Grammar and usage
Grammar and punctuation, asked often: for example (keep commas around it: 'Some fruits, for example mangoes, are seasonal'); such as (used before examples, without 'etcetera' at the end); set an example (behave well so that others copy you); make an example of sb (punish somebody publicly to warn others).
Grammar और विराम-चिह्न अक्सर पूछे जाते हैं: for example (इसके आसपास commas रखें: 'Some fruits, for example mangoes, are seasonal'); such as (उदाहरणों से पहले, अंत में 'etcetera' के बिना); set an example (अच्छा व्यवहार करना ताकि दूसरे अनुसरण करें, मिसाल क़ायम करना); make an example of sb (दूसरों को चेतावनी देने के लिए किसी को सार्वजनिक रूप से दंडित करना)।
“Collocations, idioms and sayings
'Example is better than precept' (showing is better than telling).
कहावत 'Example is better than precept' (कहने से करके दिखाना बेहतर है)।