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Learn new Marathi word, its meaning, and how you can use it in everyday conversations.

Word of the day:

Today's word is Prachand (प्रचंड), which means Huge or Massive in Marathi. Pronounced pra-chan-da, this word is useful for describing something of great size, scale, or intensity. From large objects to overwhelming situations, Prachand helps convey magnitude in everyday conversations.

Word breakdown: 

प्रचंड
Pronunciation: (pra-chan-da)
Meaning: Huge, Massive

Where to use it:

You can use Prachand when talking about anything large or intense—whether it's an object, a situation, or even emotions. It's suitable for both formal and casual settings, making it a versatile word to describe anything big.

5 Usage sentences: 

• माझ्या घरासमोर एक प्रचंड झाड आहे.
  (Majhya gharasamore ek prachand jhaad aahe.) – There is a huge tree in front of my house.

• त्यांनी प्रचंड मेहनत घेतली.
  (Tyanni prachand mehnat ghetli.) – They put in a massive amount of effort.

• या प्रकल्पासाठी प्रचंड पैसा लागेल.
  (Ya prakalpasathi prachand paisa lagel.) – This project will require a huge amount of money.

• शाळेत प्रचंड गर्दी होती.
  (Shaalet prachand gardi hoti.) – There was a huge crowd at the school.

• आकाशात प्रचंड ढग दिसत होते.
  (Aakashat prachand dhag disat hote.) – Huge clouds were visible in the sky.

Did you know?

The word Prachand is often used to describe not only physical size but also emotions or efforts. For example, if someone puts in a lot of work or feels a strong emotion, you can describe it as Prachand to show its intensity.

Tip of the day:

Use Prachand when describing large-scale events, efforts, or objects. It adds a layer of intensity to your conversations, making them more expressive. Whether it's a massive tree or an overwhelming amount of work, Prachand is the go-to word!

In formal or poetic contexts, you can pair Prachand with other descriptive words to emphasize its magnitude. For example:

• प्रचंड यश (Prachand yash) – Massive success
  This phrase is great for professional or motivational talks where you want to highlight significant achievement.

Your practice challenge:

Today, whenever you see something big or hear about a major event, use Prachand to describe it.

Whether it’s a huge task at work or a giant object you notice, make sure to bring Prachand into your daily vocabulary.

With love,
Nikhil