Understanding Hindi Upsarg

What is the definition of Upsarg?

• A prefix in Sanskrit that modifies the meaning of a root word.

• A grammatical rule in Sanskrit that applies to sentence structure.

• A suffix in Sanskrit that enhances the meaning of a root word.

• A standalone word in Sanskrit with no relation to root words.

How does an Upsarg change the meaning of a word?

• An Upsarg only adds a prefix to the word without changing its meaning.

• An Upsarg is a synonym for the word itself.

• An Upsarg is a type of punctuation used in writing.

• An Upsarg changes the meaning of a word by modifying its root meaning or grammatical function.

What are the two main types of Upsarg?

• Sama Upsarg and Vishesha Upsarg

• General Upsarg and Specific Upsarg

• Common Upsarg and Unique Upsarg

• Samanya Upsarg and Vishesh Upsarg

Can you name a type of Upsarg that indicates negation?

• अ- (a-)

• संबंध- (sambandh-)

• प्रति- (prati-)

• उप- (upa-)

What is the role of an Upsarg in Hindi grammar?

• An Upsarg is used to denote tense in sentences.

• The role of an Upsarg in Hindi grammar is to modify the meaning of root words by being added as a prefix.

• An Upsarg is a type of verb in Hindi grammar.

• An Upsarg serves as a suffix to root words.

Give an example of a word with the Upsarg 'अ' (a).

• अभ्यास

• अधिकार

• अवसर

• अभिनव

What does the Upsarg 'प्र' (pra) signify in a word?

• Intensification or proximity.

• Reduction or distance.

• Neutrality or indifference.

• Separation or division.

Which Upsarg is used to indicate 'towards' or 'to'?

• संबंध

• विपरीत

• सामने

• प्रति

Can you provide an example of a word with the Upsarg 'उ' (u)?

• उपदेश

• उपयोग

• उपस्थित

• उपकार

What is the effect of the Upsarg 'अव' (ava) on a root word?

• The effect of 'अव' is to indicate negation or opposition.

• The effect of 'अव' is to change the tense of the root word.

• The effect of 'अव' is to indicate a location or direction.

• The effect of 'अव' is to enhance the root word.