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Can you imagine a car driving over long distances without having all of its crucial components in place? Of course not! In a similar way, you can never expect to master a language unless and until you achieve excellence in all major aspects of that language. Like in all other languages, it’s necessitous to learn about Urdu sentence structure and the word order in Urdu grammar, because it will help you construct and comprehend Urdu sentences. While this may sound like a naïve matter, its significance can’t be undermined. This is the starting point for building simple Urdu sentences, and the topic culminates, over time, in the formulation of complex Urdu sentences. In this article, we’ll elaborate on everything you need to learn about... Show more

It’s a universally acknowledged truth that time and tide wait for none. Yes, if you want to enjoy a good productive stay in an Urdu-speaking country, knowing how to effectively communicate time will be your vantage point. In this article, we’ll teach you everything you need to know about Urdu time so you can be prepared and on time, all the time! P.S.: Once you’ve gotten the hang of telling the time in Urdu, be sure to check out our vocabulary list Talking about Days for more useful words and phrases. Table of Contents Why is it Important to Study How to Tell the Time in Urdu? How to Ask the Time in Urdu The Hours in Urdu Understanding How to Use Minutes in Urdu General Time Reference of the Day Adverbs of Time... Show more

Would you be able to give up the thing you love most? Or surrender your belongings to someone in need? The most important Eid holiday (Eid ul-Azha, sometimes pronounced Eid ul-Adha) is all about sacrifice and selflessness. In this article, you’ll learn about the Eid ul-Azha meaning in Urdu-speaking Pakistan, why it’s celebrated, and what you can expect to find during this major holiday. Let’s get started! 1. What is Eid ul-Azha? Eid ul-Azha, often called "The Feast of the Sacrifice" in English, is one of the most important Muslim holidays worldwide.  It originates from the story of Ibrahim, who was willing to sacrifice his son Ismael. According to the Quran, Ibrahim had asked Allah to give him a son, and Allah... Show more

"If you board the wrong train, it is no use running along the corridor in the other direction."To board the right train and to save the trouble of running in the other direction, you must know how to ask and give directions in Urdu while living or traveling across the Urdu-speaking lands. Nevertheless, the process of learning Urdu directions will require some effort on your part. Here, we’ll introduce you to a few key words, phrases, and sentences to help empower you as you learn Urdu directions. Table of Contents Why is it Important to Study Giving and Asking for Directions? Learning the Four Cardinal Directions in Urdu The Intercardinal Directions in Urdu How to Read a Map in Urdu Indispensable Directional and... Show more

Using nouns in your conversations can prove to be quite handy when it comes to communicating with native Urdu speakers. At times, a single noun in the right context can go a long way toward making your point clear. Therefore, by learning 100 important Urdu nouns, you’ll increase your chances of effective communication with native Urdu speakers. Before we go on to our Urdu nouns list, however, there’s some basic grammar information you should know. Table of Contents The Usage and Significance of the Noun as a Part of Speech in Urdu Food & Restaurants Talking about Time Transportation School Essentials Jobs & Occupations Family Members Body Parts Miscellaneous Nouns in Urdu Conclusion 1. The Usage and Significance of the Noun... Show more

Shakespeare wrote: "One good deed dying tongueless slaughters a thousand waiting upon that." He continues, "Our praises are our wages." The universality of this maxim can’t be undermined as it’s equally applicable to all cultures. Compliments in Urdu are also considered a significant social craft, and they are some of the most influential instruments in acquiring social acceptability. Due to their innate motivation, the rewards are great and immediate. You don’t have to be an adroit Urdu linguist to give a compliment in Urdu, but rather a genuine situation-reader. In Pakistan, giving compliments in different situations is quite customary; therefore, the Urdu language is replete with a variety of beautiful compliments in Urdu to make your... Show more

It’s an established fact that anger, like all other human emotions, is something that everyone experiences. This emotion is well-known for its potential destructiveness, but properly channeling one’s anger can actually be beneficial. Communicating your anger, or other negative emotions, with others can help you feel better—it may also make the other party feel bad about how they hurt you, whether they meant to or not. In this way, anger has the potential to be constructive instead of destructive. This is as true in Pakistani society as it is anywhere else in the world. Pakistani people tend to curse in Urdu if the situation warrants it. And of course, they have their own swear words in the Urdu language to express their angry feelings. ... Show more

What is the most defining moment you will face this year? From memories that you immortalize in a million photographs, to days you never wish to remember, one thing's for certain: big life events change you. The great poet, Bukowski, said, "We are here to laugh at the odds and live our lives so well, that death will tremble to take us." The older I get, the more I agree with him! Talking about significant events in our lives is part of every person's journey, regardless of creed or culture. If you're planning to stay in for more than a quick visit, you're sure to need at least a few 'life events' phrases that you can use. After all, many of these are shared experiences, and it's generally expected that we will show up with good manners... Show more

Allama Iqbal, the Poet of East, is one of the most prominent Pakistani figures of today, commemorated twice a year. In this article, you’ll learn about Dr. Muhammad Iqbal’s Death Anniversary and a little bit about the man himself. Let’s get started. 1. What is the Allama Muhammad Iqbal Death Anniversary? Each year on the date of Dr. Muhammad Iqbal’s death, Muslims mourn the loss of a great poet, commemorate his influential work, and celebrate his life. Doctor Allama Muhammad Iqbal was a prominent literary voice in the Muslim world, most well-known for his advocacy of Muslim rights and for spurring the start of the تحریک پاکستان (Tehreek e Pakistan), or "Pakistan Movement." He has come to be known as the اعر مشرق (Shaer e... Show more

Did you know that every minute of the day, one billion tons of rain falls on the earth? Hard to believe, considering the climate crisis! Of course, all that rain is not equally shared across the planet. So, would you mention this fascinating fact to your new acquaintance? Well, small talk about local weather is actually a great conversation-starter. Everyone cares about the weather and you’re sure to hear a few interesting opinions! Seasons can be quite unpredictable these days and nobody knows the peculiarities of a region better than the locals. UrduPod101 will equip you with all the weather vocabulary you need to plan your next adventure. The weather can even be an important discussion that influences your adventure plans. After... Show more