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Saas in English: Mother-in-law (सास)
Mother-in-law
Hindi (Devanagari)
सास
Hindi (English letters)
saas
सास (saas) can be expressed as “Mother-in-law” in English. For example: “This is my mother-in-law.”
“saas” kehna ho, to English mein “Mother-in-law” use karein. Neeche poore sentences aur Hindi meanings saath diye hain. Context dekhkar apna sentence chunein.
Intro at a wedding
This is my mother-in-law.
ये मेरी सास हैं।
ye meri saas hain.
How to pronounce “Mother-in-law”
Say it in English
MUH-ther in law
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.
Mother-in-law: Hindi meaning and useful expressions
| English | Hindi meaning | When to use it |
|---|---|---|
| Mother-in-law | सास saas The basic noun form; compare the complete expressions below. | The basic noun form; compare the complete expressions below. |
| This is my mother-in-law. | ये मेरी सास हैं। ye meri saas hain. Intro at a wedding | Intro at a wedding |
| Mother-in-law ji shared the recipe. | सास जी ने नुस्खा बताया। saas ji ne nuskha bataaya. Cooking help | Cooking help |
“Mother-in-law” names a person, place, thing, or idea. Notice the words around it in “This is my mother-in-law.” 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 “Mother-in-law” in English sentences
1. Intro at a wedding
This is my mother-in-law.
ये मेरी सास हैं।
ye meri saas hain.
2. Cooking help
Mother-in-law ji shared the recipe.
सास जी ने नुस्खा बताया।
saas ji ne nuskha bataaya.
3. Weekend visit
We'll stay at mother-in-law's house.
हम सास के घर रुकेंगे।
ham saas ke ghar rukenge.
Common mistakes with “Mother-in-law”
Instead of
This are my mother-in-law.
Say this
This is my mother-in-law.
Keep is with the singular subject in this sentence. Check the complete subject before choosing is or are.
Instead of
This is mine mother-in-law.
Say this
This is my mother-in-law.
Use my before the noun here. Mine stands on its own instead of coming directly before a noun.
Calling before a Sunday lunch visit
Read both roles. Say the English lines out loud before checking the Hindi meaning.
Partner
Will your mother-in-law be at home?
Show Hindi meaning
आपकी सास घर पर होंगी?
aapki saas ghar par hongi?
You
Yes, mother-in-law ji stays home at lunchtime.
Show Hindi meaning
हाँ, सास जी दोपहर को घर ही रहती हैं।
haan, saas ji dopahar ko ghar hi rahti hain.
Partner
Shall we take sweets for mother-in-law?
Show Hindi meaning
मिठाई ले चलें सास के लिए?
mithaai le chalen saas ke liye?
You
Of course — she likes barfi.
Show Hindi meaning
ज़रूर, उन्हें बरफ़ी पसंद है।
zaroor, unhen barfi pasand hai.
Your turn: use “Mother-in-law”
Say this in English: सास जी ने नुस्खा बताया। (saas ji ne nuskha bataaya.)
Reveal sample answer
Mother-in-law ji shared the recipe.
सास जी ने नुस्खा बताया।
saas ji ne nuskha bataaya.
Compare your word order with “Mother-in-law ji shared the recipe.” Then use the same pattern to say something about your own day.
Questions about “Mother-in-law” in English
Saas ko English mein kya kehte hain?
सास (saas) can be expressed as “Mother-in-law” in English. For example: “This is my mother-in-law.”
What does “Mother-in-law” mean in Hindi?
In the sense taught here, “Mother-in-law” means सास (saas). The sentence “This is my mother-in-law.” shows it in context.
How do I use “Mother-in-law” in a sentence?
Mother-in-law ji shared the recipe. Hindi meaning: सास जी ने नुस्खा बताया। (saas ji ne nuskha bataaya.). “Mother-in-law” names a person, place, thing, or idea. Notice the words around it in “This is my mother-in-law.” rather than learning only the Hindi translation.
What should I watch for when using “Mother-in-law”?
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.
