No. 246 in Urdu
کرے
The Urdu word "کرے" translates to "does" or "should do" in English, depending on the context.
In a sentence
وہ ہر کام خوشی سے کرے۔
He does every task happily.
Here, 'کرے' is used in a subjective form, representing an action desired or expected in a polite or hypothetical manner.
کاش وہ میری مدد کرے۔
I wish he would help me.
'کرے' is used in a subjunctive mood expressing a hope or wish.
اگر وہ کتاب پڑھ لے تو بہتر کرے۔
If he finishes reading the book, it would be better.
In this sentence, 'کرے' is used to suggest or advise an improvement in the situation.
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