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Zyaada pasand karna in English: To prefer (ज़्यादा पसंद करना)
to prefer
Hindi (Devanagari)
ज़्यादा पसंद करना
Hindi (English letters)
zyaada pasand karna
ज़्यादा पसंद करना (zyaada pasand karna) can be expressed as “to prefer” in English. For example: “I prefer tea.”
“zyaada pasand karna” kehna ho, to English mein “to prefer” use karein. Neeche poore sentences aur Hindi meanings saath diye hain. Context dekhkar apna sentence chunein.
Tea vs coffee
I prefer tea.
मुझे चाय ज़्यादा पसंद है।
mujhe chaai zyaada pasand hai.
How to pronounce “to prefer”
Say it in English
too pruh-FER
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.
to prefer: Hindi meaning and useful expressions
| English | Hindi meaning | When to use it |
|---|---|---|
| to prefer | ज़्यादा पसंद करना zyaada pasand karna The basic verb form; compare the complete expressions below. | The basic verb form; compare the complete expressions below. |
| I prefer tea. | मुझे चाय ज़्यादा पसंद है। mujhe chaai zyaada pasand hai. Tea vs coffee | Tea vs coffee |
| I prefer the window seat. | मैं खिड़की वाली सीट ज़्यादा पसंद करता हूँ। main khidki wali seet zyaada pasand karta hoon. Seat choice | Seat choice |
The dictionary expression is “to prefer”. In a sentence, choose the verb form for the subject and time; the examples show three complete patterns.
To is part of an infinitive such as to go, but it does not appear before every English verb. After can, could, will or should, use the base form directly.
How to use “to prefer” in English sentences
1. Tea vs coffee
I prefer tea.
मुझे चाय ज़्यादा पसंद है।
mujhe chaai zyaada pasand hai.
2. Seat choice
I prefer the window seat.
मैं खिड़की वाली सीट ज़्यादा पसंद करता हूँ।
main khidki wali seet zyaada pasand karta hoon.
3. Movie night
We prefer comedy.
कॉमेडी हमें ज़्यादा पसंद है।
comedy humen zyaada pasand hai.
Common mistakes with “to prefer”
Instead of
Me prefer tea.
Say this
I prefer tea.
Use I for the person doing or experiencing the action. Me cannot replace I as the subject of this sentence.
Instead of
Me prefer the window seat.
Say this
I prefer the window seat.
Use I for the person doing or experiencing the action. Me cannot replace I as the subject of this sentence.
Choosing drinks at a stall
Read both roles. Say the English lines out loud before checking the Hindi meaning.
Partner
Tea or coffee?
Show Hindi meaning
चाय या कॉफ़ी?
chaai ya coffee?
You
I prefer tea.
Show Hindi meaning
मुझे चाय ज़्यादा पसंद है।
mujhe chaai zyaada pasand hai.
Partner
Sweets too?
Show Hindi meaning
मिठाई भी लें?
mithai bhi len?
You
No — I just prefer tea right now.
Show Hindi meaning
नहीं, सिर्फ़ चाय ज़्यादा पसंद है अभी।
nahi, sirf chaai zyaada pasand hai abhi.
Your turn: use “to prefer”
Say this in English: मैं खिड़की वाली सीट ज़्यादा पसंद करता हूँ। (main khidki wali seet zyaada pasand karta hoon.)
Reveal sample answer
I prefer the window seat.
मैं खिड़की वाली सीट ज़्यादा पसंद करता हूँ।
main khidki wali seet zyaada pasand karta hoon.
Compare your word order with “I prefer the window seat.” Then use the same pattern to say something about your own day.
Questions about “to prefer” in English
Zyaada pasand karna ko English mein kya kehte hain?
ज़्यादा पसंद करना (zyaada pasand karna) can be expressed as “to prefer” in English. For example: “I prefer tea.”
What does “to prefer” mean in Hindi?
In the sense taught here, “to prefer” means ज़्यादा पसंद करना (zyaada pasand karna). The sentence “I prefer tea.” shows it in context.
How do I use “to prefer” in a sentence?
I prefer the window seat. Hindi meaning: मैं खिड़की वाली सीट ज़्यादा पसंद करता हूँ। (main khidki wali seet zyaada pasand karta hoon.). The dictionary expression is “to prefer”. In a sentence, choose the verb form for the subject and time; the examples show three complete patterns.
What should I watch for when using “to prefer”?
To is part of an infinitive such as to go, but it does not appear before every English verb. After can, could, will or should, use the base form directly.
