No. 457 in Hindi
सन
The Hindi word "सन" (san) means "year" or "era" in English. It can also refer to "hemp" (a plant).
In a sentence
उन्होंने पुराने गाँव के सन मकानों को देखा।
They saw the old village's hemp buildings.
The word 'सन' is used here to mean 'hemp,' a type of plant fiber used in construction and crafting.
सन 1890 में इस पुस्तक का प्रकाशन हुआ था।
This book was published in the year 1890.
Here, 'सन' refers to 'year,' specifically relating to the calendar date of publication.
उनकी बातें सुनकर मैं सन रह गया।
Hearing his words, I was astounded.
In this sentence, 'सन' is used as part of a colloquial expression meaning 'to be shocked or astounded.'
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