No. 304 in Hindi
of
The Hindi language does not have a direct equivalent for the English word "of," but its function is often expressed using the postposition "का/की/के" to indicate possession or relationship.
In a sentence
यह किताब मेरे दोस्त की है।
This book is of my friend.
The word 'of' here denotes possession, relating the book to the friend as its owner.
बच्चों के खेलने के लिए यह जगह सुरक्षित है।
This place is safe for the playing of children.
The word 'of' conveys the association between the playing and the children, indicating who is involved in the activity.
समस्या का समाधान मिल गया।
The solution of the problem has been found.
The word 'of' expresses the relationship between the problem and its solution, identifying the entity to which the solution pertains.
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