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Peeth in English: Back (पीठ)
Back
Hindi (Devanagari)
पीठ
Hindi (English letters)
peeth
पीठ (peeth) can be expressed as “Back” in English. For example: “I have pain in my back.”
“peeth” kehna ho, to English mein “Back” use karein. Neeche poore sentences aur Hindi meanings saath diye hain. Context dekhkar apna sentence chunein.
At the doctor
I have pain in my back.
मेरी पीठ में दर्द हो रहा है।
meri peeth mein dard ho raha hai.
How to pronounce “Back”
Say it in English
bak
This is a sound guide for English, using a common American pronunciation. CAPITAL letters mark the stronger syllable in a longer word. Say the example sentence at a comfortable pace; Hindi spelling does not map sound for sound to English.
Back: Hindi meaning and useful expressions
| English | Hindi meaning | When to use it |
|---|---|---|
| Back | पीठ peeth The basic noun form; compare the complete expressions below. | The basic noun form; compare the complete expressions below. |
| I have pain in my back. | मेरी पीठ में दर्द हो रहा है। meri peeth mein dard ho raha hai. At the doctor | At the doctor |
| Sit with your back straight for a bit. | थोड़ी देर पीठ सीधी करके बैठो। thodi der peeth seedhi karke baitho. Office stretch | Office stretch |
“Back” names a person, place, thing, or idea. Notice the words around it in “I have pain in my back.” rather than learning only the Hindi translation.
A Hindi noun's gender does not decide an English noun's grammar. Check the article, quantity and verb in the English example before changing it to your own situation.
How to use “Back” in English sentences
1. At the doctor
I have pain in my back.
मेरी पीठ में दर्द हो रहा है।
meri peeth mein dard ho raha hai.
2. Office stretch
Sit with your back straight for a bit.
थोड़ी देर पीठ सीधी करके बैठो।
thodi der peeth seedhi karke baitho.
3. Helping lift a box
Don't bend your back — lift with your knees.
पीठ मत मोड़ना, घुटनों से उठाओ।
peeth mat modna, ghutnon se uthao.
Common mistakes with “Back”
Instead of
I have pain in mine back.
Say this
I have pain in my back.
Use my before the noun here. Mine stands on its own instead of coming directly before a noun.
Instead of
I has pain in my back.
Say this
I have pain in my back.
Use I have. Has goes with he, she, or it in the present simple.
Checking on a coworker after lifting boxes
Read both roles. Say the English lines out loud before checking the Hindi meaning.
Partner
Is your back okay?
Show Hindi meaning
क्या पीठ ठीक है आपके?
kya peeth theek hai aapke?
You
My back pulled a little — I need rest.
Show Hindi meaning
थोड़ी पीठ खिंच गई, आराम चाहिए।
thodi peeth khinch gai, aaraam chahiye.
Partner
Put a hot-water bottle on your back.
Show Hindi meaning
गर्म पानी की बोतल पीठ पर रखिए।
garam paani ki botal peeth par rakhiye.
You
Thanks — my back feels lighter now.
Show Hindi meaning
धन्यवाद, अब पीठ हल्की लग रही है।
dhanyavaad, ab peeth halki lag rahi hai.
Your turn: use “Back”
Say this in English: थोड़ी देर पीठ सीधी करके बैठो। (thodi der peeth seedhi karke baitho.)
Reveal sample answer
Sit with your back straight for a bit.
थोड़ी देर पीठ सीधी करके बैठो।
thodi der peeth seedhi karke baitho.
Compare your word order with “Sit with your back straight for a bit.” Then use the same pattern to say something about your own day.
Questions about “Back” in English
Peeth ko English mein kya kehte hain?
पीठ (peeth) can be expressed as “Back” in English. For example: “I have pain in my back.”
What does “Back” mean in Hindi?
In the sense taught here, “Back” means पीठ (peeth). The sentence “I have pain in my back.” shows it in context.
How do I use “Back” in a sentence?
Sit with your back straight for a bit. Hindi meaning: थोड़ी देर पीठ सीधी करके बैठो। (thodi der peeth seedhi karke baitho.). “Back” names a person, place, thing, or idea. Notice the words around it in “I have pain in my back.” rather than learning only the Hindi translation.
What should I watch for when using “Back”?
A Hindi noun's gender does not decide an English noun's grammar. Check the article, quantity and verb in the English example before changing it to your own situation.
